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This classic, definitive account of totalitarianism traces the emergence of modern racism as an "ideological weapon for imperialism", beginning with the rise of anti-Semitism in Europe in the 19th century and continuing through the New Imperialism period from 1884 to World War I.

The early 1960s were a time of existential unease across the world. The constant threat of a nuclear bomb - and of mutually assured destruction - led to a palpable sense that nuclear holocaust could occur any day. It was in this Cold War environment that social psychologist Erich Fromm wrote May Man Prevail?

In this eye-opening book, renowned economist Alex Edmans teaches us how to separate fact from fiction. Using colorful examples—from a wellness guru's tragic but fabricated backstory to the blunders that led to the Deepwater Horizon disaster to the diet that ensnared millions yet hastened its founder's death—Edmans highlights the biases that cause us to mistake statements for facts, facts for data, data for evidence, and evidence for proof.

There is no shortage of democracy, at least in name, and yet it is in crisis everywhere we look. From a cabal of plutocrats in the White House to gerrymandering and dark-money campaign contributions, it is clear that the principle of government by and for the people is not living up to its promise. The problems lie deeper than any one election cycle. As Astra Taylor demonstrates, real democracy - fully inclusive and completely egalitarian - has in fact never existed. In a tone that is both philosophical and anecdotal, Taylor invites us to reexamine the term.

A podcast about all the ways the legal system is unjust and rigged to benefit the rich and powerful.

This weekly podcast pierces the political bubbles that create real estate bubbles. Every episode exposes the corruption and incompetence of politicians and unelected officials that lead to higher costs of living. They get elected by promising to fix all the problems ailing your area, only to come in and create more problems. It's time to hold them accountable. Nothing affects your cost of living more than who you vote for. Heather May is a real estate agent based in Ventura County, California.

Lucas & Marie talk about life, truth, politics, science, supernatural and all things in between.

Based on a viral article, 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act is the essential guide to understanding the Canadian legal document and its repercussion on generations of Indigenous peoples, written by a leading cultural sensitivity trainer. The Indian Act, after 141 years, continues to shape, control, and constrain the lives and opportunities of Indigenous peoples, and is at the root of many lasting stereotypes.

I'm a practicing attorney with a lot to share, but also a lot to learn. I enjoy sharing about anything and everything. Enjoy listening to non-sense, rowdy conversation and thoughtful dialogue as well. I am smart enough to know I don't know everything, but probably not smart enough to keep my mouth shut about it.

Bestselling writer Lindy West and democracy policy expert Meagan Hatcher-Mays are two Award-Winning Best Friends From High School (Most Likely To Make You Laugh in their high school senior poll - sorry to intimidate you!). Each week, Lindy and Meagan hilariously digest what’s going on in the news, their lives and their text threads with their singular combination of political smarts, embarrassing sincerity, and a truly concerning level of investment in pop culture. Text Me Back is a podcast about best friendship and making your favorite people laugh, even when this dumpster fire of a world ...

How We Build This is a podcast how we can take action in a time of rising authoritarianism and shrinking rights. Hosted by longtime climate and movement leader, May Boeve, each episode finds May in conversation with with organizers, activists, and changemakers as they try to make sense of how movements are born, and how they grow, and what we can do right now.

Beyond traditional threats from states such as China and Russia and non-state actors employing violent extremism, can America's politics and political system withstand the assaults of the Fifth Horseman and the new MAD, massive attacks of disruption? The COVID-19 pandemic, the January 6 insurrection and takeover of the US Capitol, SolarWinds cyberattacks, the Texas storms that cut power, and the blocking of the Suez Canal are harbingers of the new MAD. And the nation is unaware and unprepared to deal with them.

'This humane, accessible and lucid work will enlighten any voter, and remind any would-be – or currently serving – politician of the pitfalls to avoid' - TLS Barely a week goes by without another government U-turn and with the cost of living crisis and rising mortgage rates we really need...

Grab your pup, snuggle up and join us for some dog-centric discussions. Wunderdog Magazine launched the Dog Manifesto, which combines for the first time various campaigns to protect all dogs and regulate the humans. Central to the manifesto is an education-based dog licence. But we're not just about politics – we're also creating a community of passionate dog lovers who want to make a difference.Join our founder, Nina May, as she chats with campaigners, politicians and dedicated dog rescuers. Together, we'll evolve the Dog Manifesto and explore how we can turn this vision into reality.To ...

Endlessly searching for the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. So Help me God.

YesToHellWith is determined to expose the wrongful conviction and imprisonment of Orlando Carter. We are asking that President Trump review this injustice and exonerate Carter. yestohellwith.substack.com

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There's so much going on in La Pine and South Deschutes County and no one place to get your news. Now you can gain real insights about the community. Join Rich Harp for weekly conversations with key political, business and community leaders. It's fun, conversational and informative. And occasionally, we put leaders to the test, as they answer tough questions from listeners.

President Ronald Reagan, one of the most effective public speakers in presidential history, was known as "The Great Communicator". This is his speech at Moscow State University on May 31, 1988.

A national security and foreign policy podcast from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD).