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Politics Politics PoliticsIs The Big Beautiful Bill Just One Big Mess? David Hogg's DNC Debacle (with Bill Scher)The Big Beautiful Bill is finally past the quiet phase. The behind-the-scenes negotiations have spilled into the open, and now we’re in the bloodletting. Speaker Mike Johnson wants this out of the House by Memorial Day, which means committee votes need to happen, and fast. But right now, the Budget Committee is a problem. Hardliners are balking — Ralph Norman, Josh Brecheen, and Chip Roy are all leaning no. They’re not satisfied with the Congressional Budget Office’s timeline for a cost estimate, and they’re worried the Medicaid changes could pressure red states into expanding coverage.Mike Law...2025-05-161h 24
Politics Politics PoliticsTrump's Trade War! How The Internet Collided With Politics (with Bill Scher and Katie Harbath)The United States has officially imposed broad tariffs on two of its largest trading partners, Canada and Mexico, marking one of the most aggressive trade measures in recent history. With potential economic fallout looming, world leaders, economists, and businesses are scrambling to assess the impact of President Donald Trump’s latest move.From Trade Deals to Trade Wars: How We Got HereDuring Trump’s first term, his administration took a mixed approach to tariffs. While he aggressively targeted China with import duties — many of which remain under President Biden — his strategy with Canada and Mexico w...2025-03-051h 48
Politics Politics PoliticsIs Kamala Harris a Favorite for 2028? (with Bill Scher)I don’t think Kamala Harris will ever be president. I don’t think she has a connection with Americans beyond a core Democratic base who can be easily woo’d by another shiny object. I think she would do best in the one-party state she came from and run for governor of California where she might even pass for the centrist she positioned herself as nationally.But I may well be wrong. If I am Bill Scher will have told me otherwise. He believes she enters our four-year cycle to select the next p...2024-12-181h 17
Politics Politics PoliticsTorturing Ourselves with Early Voting Numbers! Kamala's Best Chance. Political Road Trip. (with Bill Scher and Andrew Heaton)Don’t take early numbers too seriously. It’s the first chapter of a book. You might think you know where it goes, but each story is different. Early votes are not linear, they are often jumbled by different start times or counting processes. So don’t take them seriously.Okay? Did you read that? Are you not going to take them seriously?Fine. Let’s torture ourselves with early voting data. * VoteHub* Jon Ralston Early Voting Blog* UMichVoterAlso…The grea...2024-10-252h 00
Politics Politics PoliticsKamalamentum Explained (with Bill Scher)Donald Trump's Twitter Spaces interview with Elon Musk gave us a lot of talking. But one bizarre quote does explain the difference Donald would like to draw between he and Kamala on foreign policy.Bill Scher (Washington Monthly) joins the show to discuss the rollout and rapid rise of Kalama Harris.Chapters00:00 Analyzing the Trump-Musk Twitter Spaces Conversation08:28 Contrasting Trump's Foreign Policy Approach with Kamala Harris'20:38 FBI Investigating Hacking Incident Targeting Trump Campaign23:10 Challenges Faced by Special Counsel Jack Smith2024-08-141h 11
Politics Politics PoliticsBiden Defiant! Why His Biggest Supporter Is Calling For Him To Resign (with Bill Scher)Bill Scher, a former defender of Joe Biden, calls for him to step aside as the Democratic nominee. Justin and Bill discuss Biden's performance in the debate and his ability to win against Donald Trump. They discusses the inconsistencies in state polling and the importance of national polling in understanding momentum shifts. It also explores the possibility of Joe Biden stepping down as the Democratic nominee and the potential for Kamala Harris to take his place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to...2024-07-081h 00
Politics Politics PoliticsDEBATE PREP! What Each Candidate Needs to Achieve. Coaching Biden's Debate Coaches (with Bill Scher)Justin deep dives into the upcoming debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, the importance of debate moments, and the historical significance of televised debates. Plus, Bill Scher stops by to coach Joe Biden's debate coaches. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Mock Debate Prep01:02 The Impact of Debates on Public Opinion02:01 Debate Previews and Historical Moments02:42 The First Televised Debate: JFK vs. Nixon04:49 Debate Formats and Locations05:43 Debating During the Pandemic06:34 Analyzing Biden's Debate Performance07:28 Comparing Biden's Past De...2024-06-251h 14
Politics Politics PoliticsThe Long and Winding Road for Foreign Aid in Congress (with Bill Scher)Justin Robert Young discusses Joe Biden's visit to Florida and the potential impact of an abortion referendum on the upcoming election. He also talks about the long and winding road for foreign aid in Congress with Bill Scher of Washington Monthly. Additionally, the TikTok divestment bill is discussed, with speculation on the reasons for its delay in the Senate and the potential impact on the social media landscape.00:00 Introduction01:28 The Importance of Florida in the Election05:02 The Uphill Climb for Democrats in Florida05:09 Update10:28...2024-04-2459 min
Politics Politics PoliticsDecoding the Border Deal Meltdown (with Bill Scher)Bill Scher (Washington Monthly) joins the show to discuss the blocked bipartisan border deal and the state of the increasingly short primary season. Plus, a return to the mailbag! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe2024-02-0955 min
Politics Politics PoliticsCongressional Chaos, Missing SecDef and the Border Deal No One Likes (with Katy Stech Ferek and Bill Scher)Justin catches up with congress before leaving for the campaign trial.Wall Street Journal reporter Katy Stech-Ferek discusses the challenges Congress is facing in funding the government and passing the 12 individual bills. She highlights the issues with the unpassed House bills and the hesitation among House Republican moderates. Stech-Ferek also discusses the potential for a speaker fight and the slim majority in the House. She touches on the impeachment proceedings against President Biden and Alejandro Mayorkas. Additionally, she explores the impact of the upcoming election year on House races and the difficulty of negotiating immigration reform.2024-01-101h 19
Politics Politics PoliticsImmigration, Who will drop out next? Biden's best hope for 2024 (with Bill Scher)Justin Is back from Europe with some observations from across the pond including immigration, Biden watching and more. Bill Scher joins us to say "This Is Fine!" about Biden 2024. His vulnerability on the Israel-Gaza war, the economy, defining Trump and, of course, his age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe2023-11-291h 12
Politics Politics PoliticsWill Sen. Butler upend CA Senate race? Kevin McCarthy madness!***RECORDED BEFORE FINAL MCCARTHY VOTE***The newest Senator has one big decision to make, will she run for her seat? We make the argument for why and why not.Bill Scher joins us to talk Kevin McCarthy's speakership. Listen while his fate is decided! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe2023-10-031h 00
Politics Politics PoliticsWhy The 2024 GOP Primary Is A Total Bust (with Bill Scher)Journalism runs on narrative. This GOP primary doesn't have any. Justin and the returning Bill Scher discuss the reasons for this including Ron DeSantis, Donald Trump and many many more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe2023-07-261h 10
Politics Politics PoliticsSilent Primary: Will DeSantis Decide AGAINST Running In '24?In this episode of Politics Politics Politics, host Justin Robert Young explores the unfolding 2024 election landscape. As the Silent Primary begins, Republican hopefuls are supported by three key players: Mitch McConnell, Donald Trump, and the Club for Growth. The GOP has a unique opportunity to secure control of the Senate, but it all hinges on crucial primaries in Ohio, West Virginia, and Montana.The show is joined by Bill Scher who examines the pivotal question of whether Ron DeSantis will run, potentially paving the way for Trump's nomination. Hosted on...2023-04-191h 06
Politics Politics PoliticsEpisode 368: State of the Union BreakdownBill Scher (Washington Monthly) joins the show to discuss the state of the State of the Union. What were Biden's best sound-bite moments? Where did he fumble the message? Plus, a pulse on how the 2024 race is shaping up for the GOP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe2023-02-101h 01
Politics Politics PoliticsEpisode 351: Trump Support Craters In GOP Voters?A new USA Today poll is very bad for Trump and very good for DeSantis. Does that matter? An arcane rule the Freedom Caucus wants back and could be McCarthy's only path to Speaker. Bill Scher joins the show to discuss Kyrsten Sinema's decision to leave the Democratic party. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe2022-12-141h 13
Politics Politics PoliticsEpisode 340: Final Midterm Prediction ShowBill Scher joins the show to discuss potential outcomes in the midterm elections next Tuesday. Justin gives his predictions for Election Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe2022-11-041h 01
Politics Politics PoliticsEpisode 321: What can we learn from the FIRST Roe vs. Wade midterm?President Trump's lawyers call for the appointment of a "special master" to review documents from the Mar-a-Lago FBI raid. How will this battle impact the midterms and how will Trump frame it?We look back at 1974 to understand the first time Roe v. Wade impacted an election, and what it might mean for this time around.Bill Scher (Washington Monthly) returns to look at how former presidents' parties were able to buck the trend of losing in the midterms in times of crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2022-09-0247 min
Politics Politics PoliticsEpisode 311: Px3 Special Presentation: When America WorkedGuest host Bill Scher closes the final week of Px3 before Justin's return from Europe with a showcase of his pilot episode of When America Worked. The almost-completely forgotten Secretary of State for FDR and Truman, Edward R. Stettinius, Jr. did more than anyone to create the United Nations. He was derided in his time as an intellectual lightweight who lacked diplomatic experience. But he navigated a thicket of international disputes to maintain consensus between FDR, Churchill, Stalin and a litany of smaller nations to forge the final U.N. Charter. If not for an incredible series...2022-07-301h 33
Politics Politics PoliticsEpisode 309: Px3 Special Presentation: About Safe HarborIn this Px3 Special Presentation, this week's guest host, Tom Merritt, shares an episode from his podcast, Know a Little More. Learn what safe harbor is and isn't and what Section 230 does and does not protect. (Also, why it's a political football that's constantly thrown about.)Next week, Bill Scher's in the hosting chair for Px3's final week of guest hosts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus...2022-07-2223 min
Politics Politics PoliticsEpisode 294: Why Biden's legislative scorecard pales against Obama• Joe Biden's Wall Street Journal editorial fires the starter pistol on his midterm strategy and plans to address inflation.• Bill Scher (Washington Monthly) and Justin scratch their heads at Joe Biden's legislative futility and discuss Bill's recent op-ed, The Deeply Flawed Narrative That Joe Biden Bought. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe2022-06-031h 04
Politics Politics PoliticsEpisode 273: If Putin dies, would it swing the midterms for the Dems?Lifting Title 42: The impact on Biden and fellow Democrats as we approach the midterms.Looking back at Jessica Cutler as Madison Cawthorn tells tales of sexs and drugs in DC.What will work for and against Biden in the midterms? Bill Scher (Washington Monthly) joins the show to talk Ukraine, inflation, COVID, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe2022-03-011h 12