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The Vermont Conversation with David GoodmanRep. Jamie Raskin on 'the fight of our lives' under President Donald TrumpIn 2016, Jamie Raskin was elected to Congress from Maryland just as Donald Trump was first elected president. Raskin, a former constitutional law professor, and Trump, a real estate developer who flouts rules and shatters norms, have been locked in a struggle ever since.When Congress impeached Trump in 2021 for inciting an insurrection, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi tapped Raskin to be lead impeachment manager, essentially Trump’s chief prosecutor. He subsequently served on the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol. Raskin is...
2025-10-2934 min
THE DAILY BLAST with Greg SargentJamie Raskin’s Harsh New Takedown of Trump Exposes MAGA’s Darkest AimIn a shockingly brazen move, President Trump is demanding that the Justice Department pay him $230 million stemming from certain federal actions against him. Representative Jamie Raskin, the ranking Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, sent a scalding letter to the White House demanding all internal communications on this shakedown. What struck us was the letter’s forceful indictment of Trump’s corruption and criminality: It denounced Trump’s “blatantly illegal and unconstitutional effort to steal $230 million from the American people” and his “outrageous and shocking” effort to “shake down” the Treasury, labeling this straight-up “theft.” There’s much more, and it made critical legal poin...
2025-10-2426 min
Real PatriotismJamie Raskin: “Democracy Will Be the End of Fascism”Congressman Jamie Raskin joins Terry Moran for an urgent conversation about the state of American democracy, Trump’s assault on the rule of law, and the path forward. From the courts to Congress, Raskin offers a rare mix of constitutional clarity and personal conviction — and a call to defend democracy before it’s too late.
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00:00 – Introduction: Why We Obey the Law
01:20 – The Constitution, the Courts, and Trump’s Power Grabs
03:30 – The Insurrection Act and the Abuse of “Federal Authority”
05:25 – The Role of the Judiciary...
2025-10-1625 min
The Daily BeansRefried Beans | A Brazen Scheme (feat. Rep. Jamie Raskin) | Jul 26, 2022Tuesday, July 26th, 2022In the Hot Notes: the DoJ has broadened its investigation again by putting Pence’s chief of staff Mark Short and legal counsel Greg Jacob in front of a federal grand jury; the committee releases new evidence about what Trump didn’t want to say during his January 7th address; Fulton County DA Fani Willis is disqualified from investigating one Georgia state senator because of conflicts of interest; Rep. Jamie Raskin answers questions about coordination between the DoJ and the 1/6 committee; and the Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against some of the biggest poul...
2025-07-2741 min
NewsRamp Government & Politics PodcastRep. Jamie Raskin Leads Maryland Congressional Delegation in FundraisingRep. Jamie Raskin has raised over $2.5 million in the first six months of the year, surpassing other Maryland delegation members. With nearly $5.9 million in cash on hand, Raskin's fundraising efforts outshine his counterparts, positioning him as a major fundraiser among House incumbents and challengers nationwide.
2025-07-2202 min
Sane(ish) with Jo CarducciDemocracy on the Clearance Rack: Jamie Raskin on Congress Giving It AwayCongressman Jamie Raskin joins Jo in the middle of a week when American democracy feels like it’s on the clearance rack. From Congress giving away its power with the Recessions Act, to lawmakers cosplaying as fiscal hawks while slashing PBS and NPR before even considering a billionaire tax cut, Jo and Raskin unpack what’s happening beneath the circus.They go deep on the Epstein files detonating what’s left of MAGA credibility, and the staggering hypocrisy of Republicans demanding “transparency” until it lands at their own feet. Raskin connects the dots—from the House’s refusal to rel...
2025-07-2217 min
The Practivist PodHot Democracy Summer with Rep. Jamie RaskinToday, in addition to talking about the latest revelations on the republican budget abomination, we are going to report back from our surprisingly inspiring weekend at the California Democratic Party Convention. And then Steve has a truly great conversation with a truly great legislator and the epitome of resilience and perseverance, Representative Jamie Raskin!Practivist Call in Number: (818) 824-4286Support us on SubstackJess LinktreeSteve Linktreewww.nokings.orgJamie Raskin’s Democracy Summer19 Companies Who Dropped Pride This Yearwww.practivistpod.com
2025-06-0559 min
Mea CulpaThe White House is Not for Sale! + A Conversation with Congressman Jamie RaskinToday on Mea Culpa, I am joined by fearless Congressman Jamie Raskin, a constitutional law professor, lead manager during Trump’s second impeachment trial, and one of the most principled voices in Congress. We break down how Trump’s latest power grabs, from blanket tariffs to mass deportations, are pushing America toward authoritarianism. We explore how Congress is fighting back, including legal challenges to Trump’s misuse of emergency powers, and expose his billion-dollar foreign deals, disregard for the Constitution, and threats to civil service protections. With democracy under siege and disinformation rampant, Raskin explains what’s at stake and why...
2025-05-1658 min
MiddayMaryland congressman Jamie Raskin on the playbook Democrats need to meet the momentCongressman Jamie Raskin (D-8th) represents the majority of Montgomery County and a little of Prince George’s County. He is currently the ranking member on the House Judiciary Committee.
Raskin joins Midday to discuss how Democrats should approach campaigning and the next generation of Democratic leadership.
2025-05-1323 min
Diane Rehm: On My MindRep. Jamie Raskin on countering "MAGA chaos"Maryland Congressman Jamie Raskin was first elected to the House in 2016, just as Donald Trump ascended to the presidency for the first time.Since then, few Democrats have worked as aggressively to hold the president accountable for what he sees as violations of law and constitutional order. Raskin led the second impeachment trial of President Trump for his actions on January 6th and now acts as the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee. When elected to the position in December, Raskin vowed to use what power he had to “advance the legislation, amen...
2025-04-2431 min
The Lincoln ProjectJamie Raskin is a Democrat Who Fights BackMaryland’s All-Star Congressman Jamie Raskin joins Rick on the podcast this week. A constitutional law expert and key leader in the January 6th Investigation, Congressman Raskin shares his insights on how Trump & Elon are dismantling the government, Trump’s clear desire to be a King, and how Democrats need to stick together and get tough if they expect to beat back the crazy.・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・Find Congressman Jamie Raskin on X @RepRaskin and at Raskin.house.govFollow Rick Wilson at @TheRickWilson on X and subscribe to his Substack at therickwilson.s...
2025-03-1834 minThe Lincoln ProjectJamie Raskin is a Democrat Who Fights BackMaryland’s All-Star Congressman Jamie Raskin joins Rick on the podcast this week. A constitutional law expert and key leader in the January 6th Investigation, Congressman Raskin shares his insights on how Trump & Elon are dismantling the government, Trump’s clear desire to be a King, and how Democrats need to stick together and get tough if they expect to beat back the crazy.・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・Find Congressman Jamie Raskin on X @RepRaskin and at Raskin.house.govFollow Rick Wilson at @TheRickWilson on X and subscribe to his Substack at therickwilson.s...
2025-03-1834 minThe Lincoln ProjectJamie Raskin is a Democrat Who Fights BackMaryland’s All-Star Congressman Jamie Raskin joins Rick on the podcast this week. A constitutional law expert and key leader in the January 6th Investigation, Congressman Raskin shares his insights on how Trump & Elon are dismantling the government, Trump’s clear desire to be a King, and how Democrats need to stick together and get tough if they expect to beat back the crazy.
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Find Congressman Jamie Raskin on X @RepRaskin and at Raskin.house.gov
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2025-03-1832 minThe Lincoln ProjectJamie Raskin is a Democrat Who Fights BackMaryland’s All-Star Congressman Jamie Raskin joins Rick on the podcast this week. A constitutional law expert and key leader in the January 6th Investigation, Congressman Raskin shares his insights on how Trump & Elon are dismantling the government, Trump’s clear desire to be a King, and how Democrats need to stick together and get tough if they expect to beat back the crazy.
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Find Congressman Jamie Raskin on X @RepRaskin and at Raskin.house.gov
Follow Rick Wilson at @TheRickWilson on X and subscribe to his Substack at therickwilson.s...
2025-03-1832 min
Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused Progressive Perspectives on Politics, News, and CultureThe People v. DOGE: Jamie Raskin’s Strategy to Combat the Musk & Trump Power GrabMaryland Congressman Jamie Raskin outlines his strategy to hold the executive branch accountable and shares his concerns about Trump and Musk's actions in a candid conversation.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: Amidst a hail of executive orders, lay-offs, and threats, Americans are witnessing both early compliance by some of the most powerful institutions in the country, and early resistance, in the courts, in workplaces and in the streets. So where is Congress? In this extended...
2025-03-0529 min
Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused Progressive Perspectives on Politics, News, and CultureThe People v. DOGE: Jamie Raskin’s Strategy to Combat the Musk & Trump Power Grab (Full Conversation)As Trump and Musk push the limits of power, Rep. Jamie Raskin explains how Congress plans to exert oversight and defend democracy in an exclusive interview.Full Conversation Release: While our weekly shows are edited to time for broadcast on Public TV and community radio, we offer to our members and podcast subscribers the full uncut conversation. These audio exclusives are made possible thanks to our member supporters. Become a supporting member at https://LauraFlanders.org/DonateThis show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate...
2025-02-2847 min
Talking FedsJamie Raskin and the Constitutional Cavalry
Harry talks once again with constitutional patriot and House Oversight Committee member Jamie Raskin about the tight spot we are in after just one month of Trump rule. Harry presses the Congressman for thoughts about communicating to the country the perils to the rule of law and constitutional scheme themselves. Raskin sets out a short range, mid-range, and long-range agenda for clawing the country back and restoring the rule of law. They go over the most promising and the most worrisome of the 60+ lawsuits against the Administration. They focus at length on the mischief and illegality of the Elon Musk...
2025-02-2729 min
The Conversation with Dasha BurnsInside the Resistance 2.0 | Rep. Jamie RaskinWhere is the Democratic “resistance” for Trump’s second term? Chief Playbook Correspondent Eugene Daniels asks Rep. Jamie Raskin, a longtime nemesis of President Trump’s and the current House Judiciary Committee ranking member, why the Democrats have been slow to counter the president’s aggressive governing, and what the plan is going forward to rebuild the party and its message.Eugene Daniels is a Playbook co-author for POLITICO.Rep. Jamie Raskin is the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary CommitteeKara Tabor is a producer for POLITICO audio. Alex Keen...
2025-02-1438 minTHE DAILY BLAST with Greg SargentJamie Raskin’s Brutal Takedown of Elon Musk Shows Dems Are Waking UpAs Elon Musk’s government takeover continues, Representative Jamie Raskin has been sounding a particularly urgent alarm. And during a Twitter fight between the two, Raskin asked Musk a simple question: As someone who supposedly works for the government now, will he submit to basic financial disclosure and conflict-of-interest rules? This got us thinking: Why are we treating the idea that Musk should submit to these rules as a fool’s errand? Let’s demand it! We talked to election law expert Andy Craig, a fellow at the Institute for Humane Studies and author of a new piece for The Unpopu...
2025-02-0524 min
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Jamie Raskin’s Brutal Takedown of Elon Musk Shows Dems Are Waking UpAs Elon Musk’s government takeover continues, Representative Jamie Raskin has been sounding a particularly urgent alarm. And during a Twitter fight between the two, Raskin asked Musk a simple question: As someone who supposedly works for the government now, will he submit to basic financial disclosure and conflict-of-interest rules? This got us thinking: Why are we treating the idea that Musk should submit to these rules as a fool’s errand? Let’s demand it! We talked to election law expert Andy Craig, a fellow at the Institute for Humane Studies and author of a new piece for The Unpopu...
2025-02-0524 min
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Jamie Raskin’s Harsh Takedown of Trump-Alito Phone Call Draws BloodThis week, we learned that Supreme Court justice Samuel Alito spoke privately with Donald Trump to recommend a former clerk for a job. Jamie Raskin just tore into this news, urging Alito to recuse himself from Trump-related matters. This comes as Trump asked the high court to block a New York judge from sentencing him for his hush money conviction. What Raskin got right is to zero in on the corruption embedded in Trump’s relationship with the Supreme Court. After all, between this and Judge Aileen Cannon ordering Special Counsel Jack Smith not to release his report on the evide...
2025-01-1018 minTHE DAILY BLAST with Greg SargentJamie Raskin’s Harsh Takedown of Trump-Alito Phone Call Draws BloodThis week, we learned that Supreme Court justice Samuel Alito spoke privately with Donald Trump to recommend a former clerk for a job. Jamie Raskin just tore into this news, urging Alito to recuse himself from Trump-related matters. This comes as Trump asked the high court to block a New York judge from sentencing him for his hush money conviction. What Raskin got right is to zero in on the corruption embedded in Trump’s relationship with the Supreme Court. After all, between this and Judge Aileen Cannon ordering Special Counsel Jack Smith not to release his report on the evide...
2025-01-1018 min
Highly Conflicted with Hugo LowellCurbing Trump with Rep. Jamie RaskinCongressman Jamie Raskin discusses the implications of the January 6th Committee's findings and the potential for political retribution under a Trump administration. He emphasizes the importance of congressional oversight and the independence of the Department of Justice, particularly in light of Trump's past actions and rhetoric. Raskin defends Liz Cheney against accusations of misconduct and highlights the critical role of the Speech and Debate Clause in protecting legislative functions.
2024-12-2716 min
The Takeout with Major GarrettShutdown Showdown with Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD)
Deal or no deal? Lawmakers are scrambling to salvage a spending agreement that would fund the government beyond December 20th. Otherwise, disaster relief funds won't go communities in the southeast hit hard by Hurricane Helene, TSA agents would go unpaid during a heavy travel period and national parks would likely close. Maryland Democrat Jamie Raskin, the soon-to-be the top Democrat on the Judiciary Committee, explains why he believes a negotiated bipartsan deal fell through. Plus, will Raskin, an outspoken Trump critic, attend the inauguration next month? Join us!
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2024-12-2047 min
What Next | Daily News and AnalysisJamie Raskin: “We Can’t Let The Fear Paralyze Us”Rep. Jamie Raskin led the second impeachment of Donald Trump, the effort to get him off the ballot under the 14th amendment, and campaigned to beat him at the ballot box. With Trump heading back to the White House with even fewer guardrails, Raskin’s still not giving up the fight.Guest: Jamin “Jamie” Raskin is the U.S. representative for Maryland’s 8th congressional districtWant more What Next? Join Slate Plus to unlock full, ad-free access to What Next and all your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscr...
2024-11-1827 min
Slate NewsWhat Next: Jamie Raskin: “We Can’t Let The Fear Paralyze Us”Rep. Jamie Raskin led the second impeachment of Donald Trump, the effort to get him off the ballot under the 14th amendment, and campaigned to beat him at the ballot box. With Trump heading back to the White House with even fewer guardrails, Raskin’s still not giving up the fight.Guest: Jamin “Jamie” Raskin is the U.S. representative for Maryland’s 8th congressional districtWant more What Next? Join Slate Plus to unlock full, ad-free access to What Next and all your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscr...
2024-11-1827 min
Management Matters with James-Christian BlockwoodThe Importance of Public Administration and Liberal Democracy with Rep. Jamie Raskin (Opening Staats Lecture from Academy 2024 Fall Meeting)In this episode of Management Matters, we are sharing remarks from Congressman Jamie Raskin's Elmer Staats Lecture at the Academy's 2024 Fall Meeting. In the lecture, Congressman Raskin speaks on why the field of public administration is more vital than ever.Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_
2024-11-1835 min
SpyTalkJared Kushner's Saudi Gravy Train (with Rep. Jamie Raskin)Rep, Jamie Raskin tells SpyTalk why he wants DOJ to investigate whether Trump's son in law is serving as an unregistered agent of the Saudi government due to the $2 billion he's gotten from the Saudi wealth fund, as well as another newly discovered $87 million in "management fees." The feisty Maryland progressive also discusses his thoughts on the election and whether Trump is even eligible to serve as president under the 14th amendment. Jamie Raskin | TwitterOctober 24, 2024 The Honorable Merrick Garland Attorney General of the United States U.S. Department of Justice 950 Pennsylvania
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2024-11-0137 min
Hope Is A Muscle with Mary Chapin CarpenterJamie Raskin: Hope and DemocracyIn this deeply moving episode, Mary Chapin Carpenter converses with Congressman Jamie Raskin of Maryland about his journey through significant personal and national hardships, including the tragic loss of his son Tommy and the tumultuous January 6th Capitol insurrection. Raskin reflects on his activist roots, inspired by the apartheid divestment movement and his grandfather's public service legacy. The discussion highlights the pivotal role of hope and resilience, differentiating it from innate optimism, and examines the enduring faith in democracy despite political and societal challenges. Emphasizing the importance of collective action, Raskin draws parallels between art and politics in fostering...
2024-10-2137 min
Ask a Pol politicsJamie Raskin says Dems have two 2024 objectives: Win & defend winWho?Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) — former select Jan. 6 committee member LISTEN: Laslo & RaskinAsk a Pol asks:Are you worried about the redux of Bush v. Gore-like constitutional crisis after the 2024 election?Key Raskin: “The Democrats have two main objectives, and one is to go out and win the election and the second is to defend the election,” Rep. Jamie Raskin exclusively tells Ask a Pol. ICYMI — Lawler & other Repubs vow to certify results Caught our ear:“We understand that Donald...
2024-10-0501 minThe Daily BeansRefried Beans | A Brazen Scheme (feat. Rep. Jamie Raskin) | Jul 26, 2022Tuesday, July 26th, 2022In the Hot Notes: the DoJ has broadened its investigation again by putting Pence’s chief of staff Mark Short and legal counsel Greg Jacob in front of a federal grand jury; the committee releases new evidence about what Trump didn’t want to say during his January 7th address; Fulton County DA Fani Willis is disqualified from investigating one Georgia state senator because of conflicts of interest; Rep. Jamie Raskin answers questions about coordination between the DoJ and the 1/6 committee; and the Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against some of the biggest poul...
2024-07-2741 min
Flourish As You AgeELECTION - Jamie Raskin Writes in Praise of President BidenComments? Send me a text message.On July 6, congressman Jamie Raskin send President Biden a letter encouraging him to caucus with Democratic leaders to hear their concerns about his continuing in the campaign. On July 21, Biden decided to withdraw from the campaign and to endorse Vice-President Kamala Harris to take his place on the ticker. Much of Raskin's letter consisted of deep raise for President Biden and his legacy. He praised Biden as "a truly great and magnificent leader." I want to share a partial reading of Raskin's letter to highlight what a brave, selfless an...
2024-07-2310 min
UC San Diego (Audio)A Conversation with Congressman Jamie RaskinCongressman Jamie Raskin has proudly served the people of Maryland's 8th congressional district since 2017 and sits on the powerful House Oversight Committee. Following the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2023, Raskin was the primary author of the articles of impeachment which charged President Trump with inciting an insurrection on the United States Capitol, he was also named as the lead impeachment manager for Trump's second impeachment trial. In a thought-provoking interview and discussion, Congressman Raskin shares his insights into constitutional law and political leadership with political commentator and Talking San Diego host Harry Litman. [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 39661]
2024-04-191h 10
Public Affairs (Audio)A Conversation with Congressman Jamie RaskinCongressman Jamie Raskin has proudly served the people of Maryland's 8th congressional district since 2017 and sits on the powerful House Oversight Committee. Following the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2023, Raskin was the primary author of the articles of impeachment which charged President Trump with inciting an insurrection on the United States Capitol, he was also named as the lead impeachment manager for Trump's second impeachment trial. In a thought-provoking interview and discussion, Congressman Raskin shares his insights into constitutional law and political leadership with political commentator and Talking San Diego host Harry Litman. [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 39661]
2024-04-191h 10Public Affairs (Video)A Conversation with Congressman Jamie RaskinCongressman Jamie Raskin has proudly served the people of Maryland's 8th congressional district since 2017 and sits on the powerful House Oversight Committee. Following the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2023, Raskin was the primary author of the articles of impeachment which charged President Trump with inciting an insurrection on the United States Capitol, he was also named as the lead impeachment manager for Trump's second impeachment trial. In a thought-provoking interview and discussion, Congressman Raskin shares his insights into constitutional law and political leadership with political commentator and Talking San Diego host Harry Litman. [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 39661]
2024-04-191h 10Public Affairs (Audio)A Conversation with Congressman Jamie RaskinCongressman Jamie Raskin has proudly served the people of Maryland's 8th congressional district since 2017 and sits on the powerful House Oversight Committee. Following the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2023, Raskin was the primary author of the articles of impeachment which charged President Trump with inciting an insurrection on the United States Capitol, he was also named as the lead impeachment manager for Trump's second impeachment trial. In a thought-provoking interview and discussion, Congressman Raskin shares his insights into constitutional law and political leadership with political commentator and Talking San Diego host Harry Litman. [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 39661]
2024-04-191h 10UC San Diego (Video)A Conversation with Congressman Jamie RaskinCongressman Jamie Raskin has proudly served the people of Maryland's 8th congressional district since 2017 and sits on the powerful House Oversight Committee. Following the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2023, Raskin was the primary author of the articles of impeachment which charged President Trump with inciting an insurrection on the United States Capitol, he was also named as the lead impeachment manager for Trump's second impeachment trial. In a thought-provoking interview and discussion, Congressman Raskin shares his insights into constitutional law and political leadership with political commentator and Talking San Diego host Harry Litman. [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 39661]
2024-04-191h 10
Defending Democracy with Marc EliasThe Threat of a Second Trump Presidency with Rep. Jamie RaskinDemocracy champion Congressman Jamie Raskin joins the podcast to discuss the threat a second Trump presidency could pose to the U.S. Constitution, democracy and voting rights.
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2024-02-1634 min
The Bill Press PodRep. Jamie Raskin takes on MAGA Extremists.Congressman Jamie Raskin (D) MD is in the forefront of holding the MAGA extremist Republicans in Congress to account. Making his fourth appearance on the Bill Press Pod, they discussed Hunter Biden and the House Oversight Committee. Raskin explained that Hunter Biden had been subpoenaed by the committee and had initially agreed to appear for a committee hearing, but the committee later changed the terms to a closed-door deposition. Raskin argued that Hunter Biden had been willing to participate but wanted the proceedings to be public due to concerns about the committee's handling of closed-room depositions. Raskin also discussed th...
2024-01-1638 min
Revolutionary Optimism PodcastNavigating the Constitutional Crossroads with Congressman Jamie RaskinIn this episode, Dr. Paul Zeitz engages in a heart-to-heart with Congressman Jamie Raskin, a dedicated public servant and prominent figure in American politics. Join them as they discuss the pressing challenges facing American democracy, the looming threat of authoritarianism, and the urgent need for constitutional renewal and transformation.Discover Congressman Raskin's insights on the current state of the Constitution, his perspective on the January 6th events, and the ongoing struggle against forces that seek to undermine democratic values. Gain inspiration from his unwavering commitment to defending and strengthening American democracy, and learn about...
2023-11-1333 min
Great PodversationsJill Lepore and Jamie RaskinThis conversation features best-selling author Jill Lepore and U.S. Congressman Jamie Raskin discussing Lepore’s book, “The Deadline: Essays,” before a live audience at the Kentucky Author Forum. This conversation was recorded on September 11th, 2023 at the Kentucky Center in Louisville. Jill Lepore is a professor of history and of law at Harvard University. She is also a staff writer at The New Yorker. Her many books include the best-selling “These Truths: A History of the United States,” was named one of Time magazine’s top ten non-fiction books of the decade. Lepore’s “The Deadlin...
2023-10-131h 03
Beyond PoliticsJamie Raskin: Here's Why We Didn't Save McCarthyCongressman Jamie Raskin, one of the most capable, incisive, and brilliant members of Congress serving today, joins the show. We wanted to know, now that Kevin McCarthy has been removed as Speaker of the House, what was the real reason Democrats didn't try to save him (1:29)? Is there really a hard-right fringe, or is the fringe actually the real core of the Republican Party today (9:34)? What happened at that infamous impeachment inquiry hearing last week when Raskin tore apart the Republican argument and laid bare the real agenda behind what was happening (12:36)? What did he see on the Jan 6...
2023-10-0432 min
Ask a Pol uapsEXCLUSIVE — Rep. Jamie Raskin says UFO investigation "a far more valuable use of our time then this faux impeachment investigation"When Congress first returned from its August recess, we asked Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) if there was any update, because he left the House Oversight Committee’s UFO investigation in July demanding answers that whistleblower David Grusch testified he could only discuss in a classified setting. “Oh, yeah. I don't know what's happening with that. I'll find out,” Raskin promised Ask a Pol on Sept. 14. “I think that was certainly a far more valuable use of our time then this faux impeachment investigation."Raskin’s the top Democrat on the Oversight Committee, and we promise to circle...
2023-09-2302 min
Jen Rubin's Green RoomThe Case Against Trump with Rep. Jamie RaskinJen is joined by Rep. Jamie Raskin to lay out the case against Trump and examine the legal issues that should keep him out of the presidency. They cover the potential of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment to keep him out of office for his role in the January 6th insurrection, why his incitement against the election is not protected by the Constitution, and how he attacked our voting rights and pressured officials to break their oaths. They also discuss the bottom up legal strategy being used to prosecute him and those he inspired, and emphasize the role our institutions ha...
2023-09-2056 min
The Hake ReportMaui Fire Empathy; Jamie Raskin's Climate | Wed. 8-23-23Anger is madness! Maui wildfire callers: Can't ID victims! Empathy for children! Jamie Raskin: Will GOP address climate crisis? The Hake Report, Wednesday, August 23, 2023 AD TIME STAMPS * 0:00:00 Start / Tentative Topics: Maui, Climate, * 0:02:59 Hey, guys! (loud) The Great Black Hope tee* 0:05:36 DENNY, BULGARIA: Bizarre story of job interview* 0:16:38 Anger, temporary madness: Stoic Seneca (Aeon)* 0:33:46 Maui wildfire remains: Give up DNA samples?* 0:38:38 LATIN A, CA: Mad Maui fire killed kids? Biden, empathy* 0:53:04 CHUCK, NJ: Dresden "Napalm" firebombing, A-bombs, fires* 1:04:39 Fascination Street - Stav...
2023-08-231h 58
State of Belief - Religion and radio done differently.July 29, 2023 – Protecting Democracy with Congressman Jamie Raskin
“You’ve got to view the ban on books and the attempt to stop Critical Race Theory, by which they mean any teaching of the actual history of the country with respect to racism and white supremacy – all of these are efforts basically to condition the children of America, the young people of America, to get ready for being subjects in an authoritarian society.”
Representative Jamie Raskin has established himself as one of our country’s fiercest advocates for Democracy and against the extremists trying to tear it down. He notably served on the Select Committee to Investigate...
2023-07-2955 min
The State Of BeliefProtecting Democracy with Congressman Jamie Raskin
“You’ve got to view the ban on books and the attempt to stop Critical Race Theory, by which they mean any teaching of the actual history of the country with respect to racism and white supremacy - all of these are efforts basically to condition the children of America, the young people of America, to get ready for being subjects in an authoritarian society.”Representative Jamie Raskin has established himself as one of our country's fiercest advocates for Democracy and against the extremists trying to tear it down. He notably served on the Select Committee to Invest...
2023-07-2957 min
Ask a Pol uapsEXCLUSIVE—Jamie Raskin is studying UFOs: “I’m a real newcomer to the field”As the top Democrat on the Oversight Committee, Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) is constantly searching for answers. And for the first time in his storied and studious life, he’s applying his tenacious investigative skills to UFOs, which was on display in yesterday’s public hearing. “There [were] a lot of people getting in touch with me, telling me I had to come and check it out. I did what I could to read up on it,” Raskin exclusively tells Ask a Pol. “Obviously, I’m a real newcomer to the field so I’m gonna be reading more i...
2023-07-2703 min
State of the UnionInterviews with: Rep. Jamie Raskin, Rep. Ken Buck, OMB Director Shalanda YoungFirst, Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) sits down with Dana to react to CNN’s reporting that federal prosecutors have audio of former President Trump discussing a classified document he kept after leaving office. Rep. Raskin also responds to voters’ concerns about President Biden’s age and answers when he’ll make his decision on running whether he’ll run for Senate.
Then, Dana speaks with conservative hard-liner Rep. Ken Buck (R-Colo.) about the House Freedom Caucus’ influence after a majority of Republicans voted in favor of the debt ceiling deal and asks if they will push to remove McCart...
2023-06-0440 minThe Vermont Conversation with David GoodmanBest of the Vermont Conversation: Rep. Jamie RaskinVTDigger is re-releasing some of our favorite interviews of the past decade to mark the 10th anniversary of The Vermont Conversation.This Vermont Conversation with Congressman Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland) was originally published in May 2022.Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin was expecting trouble after the November 2020 presidential election. Raskin and his Democratic colleagues in Congress anticipated that former President Donald Trump would try to subvert the results and try to derail Congress’s normally pro-forma certification of President Joe Biden’s election. But Raskin was blindsided. On De...
2023-03-2236 min
On Brand with Donny DeutschJamie Raskin: Can Democracy Survive?Donny is joined by U.S. representative for Maryland's 8th congressional district, Jamie Raskin. Raskin discusses a variety of topics including his new book "Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy" where he shares the tragedy he and his family went through right before the January 6th storming of the U.S. Capitol, how his daughter and son-in-law were both trapped in an office of the Capitol building during the riots, what he thinks of the current path the country is on, and asks the question, can democracy survive?Warning: This conversation contains discussion of...
2023-01-1931 min
In the Bubble with Andy SlavittThe January 6 Committee Results (with Rep. Jamie Raskin)Congressman Jamie Raskin and the rest of the January 6 Committee are out with their final report. Andy asks Jamie about the chargeable offenses, what a criminal referral to the Justice Department does, and how to stop the Donald Trumps of the future. Raskin also discusses what Democrats can get done in this year’s divided government. Keep up with Andy on Post and Twitter and Post @ASlavitt. Follow Congressman Raskin on Twitter @RepRaskin. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/le...
2023-01-0438 min
Delving In with Stuart Kelter#12. Congressman Jamie Raskin’s Inspiring Response to Two Unthinkable, Juxtaposed Traumas: The Insurrection of January 6th, the Day after Burying His Beloved SonJamie Raskin represents Maryland’s Eighth Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives and in 2021 was the Lead Manager in the second impeachment of Donald Trump, in response to the January 6 insurrection that aimed to block the certification of Joe Biden as resident-elect. Raskin is a member of the House Judiciary Committee, the Rules Committee, the Oversight and Reform Committee, and the Administration Committee. He is also a member of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th attack on the United States Capital. Raskin is considered one of the most progressive members of Congress, co...
2022-12-2455 min
The PoliticsGirl Podcast1/6 Committee: What Comes Next? PG:CC with Congressman Jamie RaskinToday’s podcast is a candid conversation with Congressman Jamie Raskin,Democratic member of the House Select committee on the January 6th attack on the US Capitol, which recently resumed with its 9th, and possibly last, public hearing. Now that we know that a sitting president and his enablers engaged in a multi-strategy, calculated attempt to stay in power against the will of the people, and that this bid at a self coup was supported by people from the lowest of the low, like white supremest militant groups, to the very highest levels of society, including government officials and law enfor...
2022-10-2548 min
Stay Tuned with PreetInvestigating January 6th (with Jamie Raskin)Rep. Jamie Raskin, a Democrat from Maryland, is a key member of the House January 6th Committee. He also served as the lead House manager in the second impeachment of Donald Trump. Preet speaks with Raskin about the strategy behind the January 6th Committee’s investigation, and what we can expect from the final report. Plus, new reporting suggests that Donald Trump instructed his lawyers in early 2022 to tell the National Archives that he had returned all the materials requested by the agency. What does that mean for the case against Trump?For show notes and...
2022-10-061h 00
The New Yorker Radio HourJamie Raskin on the Facts of January 6th, and the Danger AheadJamie Raskin, a Democrat from Maryland, serves on Congress’s Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the Capitol. He spoke with David Remnick about the effort to demonstrate Donald Trump’s culpability in the insurrection in a way that would resonate with voters, and about Trump’s political future. Trump is “guilty as sin, and everybody can see it,” Raskin says, and he is running low on patience for the Department of Justice to act. “As a citizen, I would hope and expect to see action,” Raskin notes, given the committee’s findings. “But I try to be careful not to...
2022-07-2917 min
Joe Madison the Black EagleCongressman Jamie Raskin Describes Trump's Plan To Seize Power on January 6Congressman Jamie Raskin, who serves on the January 6th Committee, describes what he believes Donald Trump's plan was to seize power on January 6, 2021.Buy his book Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/unthinkable-jamie-raskin
2022-07-2214 min
Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused Progressive Perspectives on Politics, News, and CultureFull Uncut Conversation- Congressman Jamie Raskin On January 6th: After a Failed Coup, a Successful One?Season 3, Episode 307: Congressman Jamie Raskin On January 6th: After a Failed Coup, a Successful One?(Full conversation from the episode released May 16th) The January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol, intended to stop the certification of Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States of America, “was as close to fascism as I ever want to see our country come,” says Jamie Raskin, Democratic Congressman from Maryland. And he should know -- Raskin is a Constitutional scholar as well as a long-time law school professor, and in the hours after the assault on the Capitol, he was c...
2022-07-2130 min
The Jim Wallis PodcastRep. Jamie Raskin: The Jan. 6 Investigation will “Blow the Roof Off the House”In conversation with Rev. Jim Wallis recorded before a live audience at Georgetown’s Center on Faith and Justice, Rep. Jamie Raskin, who serves on the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol, made international news when he said the investigation's findings will “blow the roof off the house.”“It is a story of the most heinous and dastardly political offense ever organized by a President and his followers and his entourage,” says Raskin. Raskin also spoke about the trauma surrounding the tragic death of his son and why our democracy is in peril...
2022-06-0838 min
Inside the Hive“He’s a One-Man Crime Wave”: Rep. Jamie Raskin on Donald Trump and the Jan. 6 HearingsCongressman Jamie Raskin of Maryland, a key member of the Jan. 6 Committee investigating the Capitol attack, gives Inside the Hive an exclusive preview of next week’s primetime hearings. After nearly a year of investigating the insurrection, Raskin says the most surprising discovery has been "the role that money played, and the role of a financial motive behind all these events, to keep the money pouring in.” The committee, he promises, will also draw direct and indirect lines between “the top of the Republican hierarchy” and the "violent hooligans and street fascists” who overran the Capitol.
2022-06-0354 minLaura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused Progressive Perspectives on Politics, News, and CultureCongressman Jamie Raskin On January 6th: After a Failed Coup, a Successful One?The January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol, intended to stop the certification of Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States of America, “was as close to fascism as I ever want to see our country come,” says Jamie Raskin, Democratic Congressman from Maryland. And he should know -- Raskin is a Constitutional scholar as well as a long-time law school professor, and in the hours after the assault on the Capitol, he was chosen to head up the second impeachment investigation of Donald Trump. He’s also a member of the House Select Committee currently investigating the Januar...
2022-05-1629 minThe Vermont Conversation with David GoodmanRep. Jamie Raskin on losing his son and saving democracyMaryland Rep. Jamie Raskin was expecting trouble after the November 2020 presidential election. Raskin and his Democratic colleagues in Congress anticipated that former President Donald Trump would try to subvert the results and try to derail Congress’s normally pro-forma certification of President Joe Biden’s election. But Raskin was blindsided. On December 31, 2020, Raskin’s only son, Tommy, a promising young student at Harvard Law School, took his own life after a long struggle with depression. Seven days later — and just a day after burying his son — Raskin returned to Congress to cast his vote to certify Biden’s election. T...
2022-05-1336 min
The FlyJamie Raskin: "It's When Things Look the Worst that You Need to be Out There"For the Season 11 Finale, the flies sit down with Congressman Jamie Raskin for Maryland’s 8th Congressional District. Raskin shares why he is in public service, his experience leading President Trump’s second impeachment, and his views on bipartisanship. Tune in for one of our most impactful interviews from this season.
2022-05-0821 min
The Tony Michaels PodcastJamie Raskin DESTROYS Marge | The Tony Michaels Podcast #129Send us a textJaime Raskin DESTROYS MargeThe Tony Michaels PodcastRep. Jamie Raskin destroys Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene on the house floor when debating aid for Ukraine. Calls her out for standing with Russia and Vladimir Putin. Also digs at her participating in the January 6th Insurrection.The Tony Michaels Podcast Clipshttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD6m5RGGgwZCF4xfSBXv3K271KEYwn_5QThe Tony Michaels Podcast FULL EPISODEShttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD6m5RGGgwZC2DqZRmyinLgoQsr4ZykTzSubscribe to The Tony...
2022-04-292h 03
Commonwealth Club of California PodcastCLIMATE ONE: Climate & Democracy with Jamie Raskin, Heather McGhee and Rebecca WillisCongressman Jamie Raskin (D-MD) took the national spotlight as the lead manager for the second impeachment trial of the former president. As a member of the House Oversight and Reform Committee, he has grilled fossil fuel executives on the industry’s long history of intentionally misleading the public. And as a constitutional law professor, he has offered deep insight into the connections between an informed citizenry and a robust democracy. At a time when many Americans doubt Congress’s ability to get anything done, what are the government’s strongest levers for climate action? And what are the connections between climat...
2022-04-211h 00
Climate OneClimate & Democracy with Jamie Raskin, Heather McGhee and Rebecca WillisCongressman Jamie Raskin (D-MD) took the national spotlight as the lead manager for the second impeachment trial of the former president. As a member of the House Oversight and Reform Committee, he has grilled fossil fuel executives on the industry’s long history of intentionally misleading the public. And as a constitutional law professor, he has offered deep insight into the connections between an informed citizenry and a robust democracy. At a time when many Americans doubt Congress’s ability to get anything done, what are the government’s strongest levers for climate action? And what are the co...
2022-04-211h 00
On The RecordCongressman Jamie Raskin on his memoir, 'Unthinkable'A year ago tomorrow, the U.S. House voted to impeach then-President Trump, alleging he had incited insurrection at the Capitol a week earlier, and Maryland Congressman Jamie Raskin was immersed in organizing and leading the legal arguments for conviction. It was the hardest thing he’d ever done professionally, Raskin writes in his memoir Unthinkable--but gave him a way to pour his radical faith in democracy into mourning his son Tommy, lost to suicide just two weeks before. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 1-800-273-8255. The Crisis Text Line is a texting se...
2022-03-2124 min
Commonwealth Club of California PodcastRep. Jamie Raskin: Trauma, Truth and the Trials of American DemocracyThe January 6 attack on Congress as it met to certify Joe Biden's presidential victory is a day that will live on in infamy, yet for Maryland congressman Jamie Raskin, this was just the next in a sequence of tragic events that changed his life forever. Having lost his son to suicide only days before, and days later leading the ensuing impeachment effort against Trump, Rep. Raskin’s 45-day journey at the start of 2021 is an inspiring epic of strength, tragedy and determination.
In his new memoir, Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy, Raskin recounts that after the tra...
2022-03-161h 09Great PodversationsJamie Raskin and Fiona HillThis conversation features Congressman Jamie Raskin and Russian expert Dr. Fiona Hill discussing both their books before a live audience at The Kentucky Author Forum on January 24th, 2022 at The Kentucky Center in Louisville. Jamie Raskin represents Maryland’s 8th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was renamed Chair of the Oversight Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties for the 117th Congress. Representative Raskin’s moving memoir “Unthinkable,” tells the story of the forty-five days at the start of 2021 that permanently changed Raskin’s life as he confronted the painful loss of hi...
2022-03-1159 min
Political Theater‘I just knew I had to be there’ — Jamie Raskin and the convergence of grief and politicsRep. Jamie Raskin was already embroiled in a political struggle of titanic proportions when tragedy struck in late 2020: the death of his son, Tommy. Madeleine Carter’s documentary “Love and the Constitution” tells that story, one of personal tragedy against the backdrop of the future of the republic. Raskin and Carter discuss the film on the latest Political Theater podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-02-2330 min
CQ Roll Call Policy and PoliticsPolitical Theater: ‘I just knew I had to be there’ — Jamie Raskin and the convergence of grief and politicsRep. Jamie Raskin was already embroiled in a political struggle of titanic proportions when tragedy struck in late 2020: the death of his son, Tommy. Madeleine Carter’s documentary “Love and the Constitution” tells that story, one of personal tragedy against the backdrop of the future of the republic. Raskin and Carter discuss the film on the latest Political Theater podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-02-2330 minThe Bill Press Pod"This Was a Coup." With Rep. Jamie RaskinCongressman Jamie Raskin was inside the Capitol, with family, on January 6th. On January 5th he had buried his 25-year-old beloved son who had killed himself to escape a crippling depression. On January 12th, Raskin was named Lead Impeachment Manager for the second Impeachment Trial of Donald Trump. That eventful January is the subject of his New York Times Bestseller, Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy. In his interview with Bill, he shares his thoughts and emotions about the death of his son, the coup and the inside story of the Impeachment Trial...
2022-02-2228 min
Let's Find Common GroundCongressman Jamie Raskin Talks "Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy"Congressman Jamie Raskin Talks "Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy" CPF Director Bob Shrum joins Congressman Jamie Raskin (D-MD) to discuss the latest in the House select committee hearings investigating the January 6 attack on Capitol Hill, the importance of bipartisan cooperation, and the legacy of his late son and father. Featuring: Bob Shrum - Director, Center for the Political Future; Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics, USC Dornsife Jamie Raskin - U.S. Representative (D-MD); Author, "Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy"
2022-02-1857 minLet's Find Common GroundCongressman Jamie Raskin Talks "Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy"Congressman Jamie Raskin Talks "Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy" CPF Director Bob Shrum joins Congressman Jamie Raskin (D-MD) to discuss the latest in the House select committee hearings investigating the January 6 attack on Capitol Hill, the importance of bipartisan cooperation, and the legacy of his late son and father. Featuring: Bob Shrum - Director, Center for the Political Future; Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics, USC Dornsife Jamie Raskin - U.S. Representative (D-MD); Author, "Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy"
2022-02-1857 min
The InterviewJamie Raskin, Democrat Congressman, House Committe to Investigative January 6th AttackEarly last year American democracy came under attack from within. Supporters of defeated President Donald Trump stormed the US Capitol and provoked deadly violence. Stephen Sackur speaks to the Democrat Congressman Jamie Raskin, a key player in the subsequent impeachment of Trump and the Congressional investigation into the 6 January assault. All this, as Congressman Raskin has faced up to personal tragedy - what happens when the pillars of personal and political life come crashing down all at once.
2022-02-1822 min
Next Question with Katie CouricBonus: Rep. Jamie Raskin on trauma, the insurrection, and the Trump of it allWARNING: This episode contains information about suicide, which may be upsetting for some people. If you or anyone you know needs it, the suicide life line is there to help: 1-800-273-8255.You might remember Rep. Jamie Raskin for the impassioned speech he made during President Trump’s impeachment hearing last year. “They thought they were going to die,” he said of his daughter and son-in-law who were with him on the day of the insurrection, when a violent mob stormed the Capital. That day — Jan. 6, 2021 — also happened to be the day after Rep. Raskin and his family...
2022-02-1750 min
Booklicious PodcastUnthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy | Jamie Raskin | Book Review PodcastUnthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy | Jamie Raskin | Book Review Podcast
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“Unthinkable is not a work of emotional austerity; rather, it is an unburdening, a howl, a devotional. The grief is nightmarish, but the love that suffuses the text is even...
2022-02-1602 min
Booklicious PodcastUnthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy | Jamie Raskin | Book Review PodcastUnthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy | Jamie Raskin | Book Review Podcast
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“[An] extraordinary new memoir of an extraordinary year…It is hard to think of an American political figure for whom the past year brought stranger crosswinds: a tornado collision of chilling loss and rising moral leadership.” -- Vogue
“Unthinkable is not a work of emotional austerity; rather, it is an unburdening, a howl, a devotional. The grief is nightmarish, but the love that suffuses the text is even...
2022-02-1602 min
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2022-02-1600 min
No Lie with Brian Tyler CohenJamie Raskin on finally calling Trump to publicly testifyDemocrats secure some major redistricting wins that could mean the difference between a Republican majority and a Democratic majority in the House. Brian interviews Congressman Jamie Raskin about the January 6 Committee, whether Trump will be called to testify, the dangers of the DOJ and state attorneys general not moving fast enough, and how Rep. Raskin is holding up after his own personal traumatic events. And Texas state representative James Talarico joins to discuss yet another cold snap that’s left tens of thousands of Texans freezing and the reason that Greg Abbott was content to let that happen....
2022-02-0641 min
Chutzpod!1.04 De-emphasizing the Truth (w/ Jamie Raskin & Mary McCormack)With the week’s Torah portion, Mishpatim, as a guide, Rabbi Shira and Josh probe the Jewish take on lying — is it ever acceptable? And we are joined by Congressman Jamie Raskin (D-MD), who discusses his new book “Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy”.
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(25:01) Mary McCormack defines Hebrew & Yiddish terms we mentioned
(28:02) Congressman Jamie Raskin Interview
(46:35) Rabbi Shira’s Guided Meditation
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2022-01-2852 min
Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes PodcastThe Unthinkable with Jamie RaskinCongressman Jamie Raskin’s life was forever changed on Dec. 31, 2020 when his 25-year-old son Tommy died by suicide. Raskin writes about the loss of his beloved middle child in “Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy,” a deeply personal memoir out January 2022. Nearly a week after losing his son, another tragedy occurred: the Jan. 6th insurrection at the Capitol. Shortly after, he writes, Speaker Pelosi “threw [him] a lifeline” when she asked him to lead the second impeachment of former president Donald Trump. Raskin joins to discuss navigating the unimaginable convergence of personal and public trauma, finding the strength t...
2022-01-1143 min
Red, Blue, and Brady166: One Year After an Insurrection — Trauma and Truth With Rep. Jamie RaskinSend us a textThe first month and a half of 2021 was heartbreaking for Jamie Raskin, U.S. Representative for Maryland's 8th congressional district.. On December 31st, 2020, his son Tommy Raskin tragically died by suicide after a long battle with depression. Only seven days later, Tommy's father arrived at the Capitol to play his part in certifying the results of the recent presidential election; with him came his daughter, Tabitha, and her husband, Hank. Instead of witnessing a testament to democratic ideals, however, the Representative and his family watched in horror as insurrectionists raged up Pennsylvania Avenue...
2022-01-0828 minThe Conversation with Dasha BurnsJamie Raskin's plan to hold Trump accountableOne year later, the ripples of the Jan. 6th riot continue to reverberate throughout American politics. For Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.), who led the second impeachment of Donald Trump, bringing the people responsible for the attack to account has become his driving priority. Today, Playbook author Rachael Bade talks to Rep. Raskin and congressional reporter Olivia Beavers about the continued fallout from the Capitol siege.Rachael Bade is a Playbook co-author for POLITICO.Olivia Beavers is a congressional reporter for POLITICO.Rep. Jamie Raskin is Maryland's 8th District in Congress.Kara Tabor is a p...
2022-01-0732 min
The Gray Area with Sean IllingRep. Jamie Raskin on living through the unthinkable, twiceVox's Dylan Matthews talks with Congressman Jamie Raskin about the tragic loss of his son Tommy, who was twenty-five years old when he died at the end of 2020. Rep. Raskin also speaks about the insurrection on January 6th, 2021, and his role as floor manager for Trump's second impeachment trial. They discuss the passions that Tommy cultivated and shared with the world, the experience of being in the Capitol as it was stormed by rioters, and the ongoing work of the House Select Committee on the January 6 Attack. Host: Dylan Matthews (@dylanmatt), Senior Correspondent, VoxGuest...
2022-01-0655 min
Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt1/6 with Rep. Jamie RaskinJames and Al welcome Congressman and member of the House Select Committee investigating the events of last January 6th, Jamie Raskin, for a discussion about handling loss and what truly happened the day our democracy faced an attempted coup. Will justice be served? And what is the Congress doing to get the facts out, hold the responsible to account,, and make sure it never happens again?
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2022-01-061h 03
The Axe Files with David AxelrodEp. 472 — Rep. Jamie RaskinMaryland Congressman Jamie Raskin rose to national prominence when he led the second impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump in January 2021, a proceeding that took place just weeks after two compounding traumas: the death of his son and the January 6th attack on the Capitol. Raskin joined David to talk about losing his son, Tommy, the January 6 insurrection and its aftermath, the cracks in the electoral college, if the country could survive another Trump presidency, and his new book, “Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth and the Trials of American Democracy.”To learn more about how CNN protects listener priv...
2022-01-061h 01
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Title: Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy
Author: Jamie Raskin
Narrator: Jamie Raskin
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 15 hours 8 minutes
Release date: January 4, 2022
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.52 of Total 31
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 9
Genres: Memoirs
Publisher's Summary:
A #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. In this searing memoir, Congressman Jamie Raskin tells the story of the forty-five days at the start of 2021 that permanently changed his life—and his family’s—as he confronted the painful loss of his son to suicide, lived through the violent insurrection in our nation...
2022-01-043h 08
Best-Selling Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsUnthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy by Jamie RaskinPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/547454 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unthinkable: Trauma, Truth, and the Trials of American Democracy Author: Jamie Raskin Narrator: Jamie Raskin Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 15 hours 8 minutes Release date: January 4, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.52 of Total 31 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 9 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: A #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. In this searing memoir, Congressman Jamie Raskin tells the story of the forty-five days at the start of 2021 that permanently changed his life—and his family’s—as he confronted the painful loss of his son to suicide, lived through the violent insurrection in our na...
2022-01-0405 min
Planetary Gig TalkRep. Jamie Raskin, Member of Congress, plays pianoCongressman Jamie Raskin is a Member of Congress representing the 8th District in Maryland, the home of the worldwide headquarters of the Planetary Gigs Society, and also plays piano. So, Jefferson Glassie caught up with him to ask a few questions about music. Raskin says there was always music in his home growing up, because his father was a classical music prodigy on the piano. His father saw the world through music and it was essential to who he was, and he thought society should be organized in a way that connected people just like music does. ...
2021-09-2814 min
The Filibuster by the DC DemsEpisode 005: Talking DC Statehood with Rep. Jamie RaskinOn this episode of The Filibuster, DC Dems Chair Charles Wilson interviews Congressman Jamie Raskin of Maryland. Tune in to hear why Congressman Raskin is a strong supporter of DC Statehood and how he views the path forward to make DC the 51st state.
2021-05-1814 min
The Bill Press PodImpeachment Hero-Rep. Jamie RaskinCongressman Jamie Raskin (D-MD) joined Bill at the Hill Center DC recently to talk about his role as the Lead House Manager in the Impeachment Trial of Donald Trump. He shares his views of the GOP senators he was trying to sway. From Mitch McConnell's' tears to Rand Paul refusing to even look at the video of the insurrection. He also comments on voting rights, gun safety, infrastructure and the personal tragedy of the suicide death of his adult son, Tommy Raskin.Today we are once again asking you to help save our democracy...
2021-03-3051 min
The New Yorker Radio HourCongressman Jamie Raskin on Impeaching Donald Trump—AgainTommy Raskin, a twenty-five-year-old law student, took his own life on New Year’s Eve, after a long battle against depression. His family laid him to rest on January 5th, and, the next day, his father went to the United States Capitol, where he serves in Congress. Representative Jamie Raskin, who represents Maryland’s Eighth District, had an enormous task ahead of him: he was mounting the defense of the Electoral College vote. When a violent mob incited by Donald Trump breached the building, Raskin’s life was in danger, along with the lives of his daughter and son-in-law, who had jo...
2021-02-1918 min
The New Yorker Radio HourCongressman Jamie Raskin on Impeaching Donald Trump—AgainTommy Raskin, a twenty-five-year-old law student, took his own life on New Year’s Eve, after a long battle against depression. His family laid him to rest on January 5th, and, the next day, his father went to the United States Capitol, where he serves in Congress. Representative Jamie Raskin, who represents Maryland’s Eighth District, had an enormous task ahead of him: he was mounting the defense of the Electoral College vote. When a violent mob incited by Donald Trump breached the building, Raskin’s life was in danger, along with the lives of his daughter and son-in-law, who ha...
2021-02-1918 min