Mike talks with Jeremy Young, PEN America’s Freedom to Learn program director, about the recently released report, America’s Censored Classrooms, 2024.
Topics Mike & Jeremy Discuss Include:
- how big of a problem educational censorship is
- where it’s happening
- the deviousness of ‘stealth censorship’
- institutional neutrality and viewpoint diversity
- how universities are responding to censorship attempts
- what to expect from the incoming Trump administration
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ABC's Jonathan Karl talks with retiring Maryland Senator Ben Cardin about America’s foreign policy challenges and how Democrats will approach a second Trump term. Then, Jon goes one-on-one with New York Republican Representativ Mike Lawler ahead of Congress’ return in the new year.
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President-elect Donald Trump is seeking a delay from the Supreme Court on a law that may mandate TikTok's sale or shutdown due to its Chinese ownership. This marks a shift in Trump's stance, having previously advocated for a ban on the app amidst national security concerns. Concurrently, approximately 10,000 North Korean soldiers are facing dire conditions in Ukraine, suffering heavy casualties in poorly supported assaults. Lastly, the FDA has announced the end of the shortage of the obesity drug Zepbound, although patients face increased costs as alternatives are phased out.
**The urgency surrounding the TikTok ban underscores broader concerns about data privacy and national security, particularly regarding applications with foreign ownership.**
**Reports of North Korean soldiers engaging in suicide missions underscore the psychological toll of warfare, emphasizing the dire conditions under which these soldiers fight and the sense of hopelessness that can result from being sent into futile combat.**
Most college students are on their winter break gathering with family and friends. But some from outside the United States may return to campus early this holiday season after several universities and colleges are advising them that the incoming Trump administration may make it more difficult for them to return later. Lisa Desjardins explains. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
In this end-of-year episode, Ezra Klein reflects on his liberal beliefs, distinguishing them from democratic socialism and advocating for an approach that balances technology and capitalism with social equity. He discusses the complexities of technology's societal impact and the allure and pitfalls of social media, stressing the importance of maintaining mental well-being. Klein also addresses the challenges surrounding reporting on the Trump administration, defines the nuances of political accountability in relation to the filibuster, and shares insights on parenting and personal growth. He emphasizes the need for better self-care amidst societal pressures, indicating his intent to shift perspectives in 2025.
Ezra Klein's perspective underscores the importance of recognizing individual life experiences within political ideologies, particularly in liberalism, which he argues must evolve to address contemporary challenges.
The normalization of extreme views is a pressing concern in today's media landscape, with implications for democratic discourse and public perception. Klein's approach advocates for robust engagement with diverse opinions without abandoning critical reasoning.
President Biden has commuted the sentences of 37 of the 40 prisoners on federal death row who will stay in prison for life but will not be subject to executions. Biden's move is likely motivated by the incoming Trump administration's expected hard line policy shift on federal executions. Robin Maher, executive director of the Death Penalty Information Center, joins William Brangham to discuss.
PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
The Biden administration just approved a wind farm project off the coast of Massachusetts. It's the eleventh commercial-scale wind project of its kind to get approval and comes at a key moment for the sector, as President-elect Trump, a frequent critic, prepares to take office. Miles O'Brien reports.
PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
The back-and-forth on the stopgap spending bill has created fault lines among House Republicans. Many were unsatisfied with the original text, but some also rejected the revised bill, which included President-elect Trump's demands to suspend the debt limit. One of those members is Rep. David Schweikert of Arizona. He joined Geoff Bennett to discuss more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including yet another chaotic, down-to-the-wire funding battle in Congress, how President-elect Trump will govern during his second term and the political influence of Elon Musk. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
In a thought-provoking discussion at AmericaFest, Charlie Kirk and Glenn Beck explore themes of optimism about America's future, the unconventional suggestion of Elon Musk as House Speaker, and the potential direction of a future Trump administration. They address concerns regarding the radical left's influence and the essential role of grassroots movements in political mobilization, particularly in Georgia's recent election cycle. Sage Steele shares her personal journey of faith amidst challenges, while Chloe Cole recounts her experience as a detransitioner, emphasizing the need for better protection for minors in medical decisions.
The importance of faith and a strong moral foundation is emphasized as a guiding force in the current political landscape.
The idea of Elon Musk as House Speaker reflects a bold reimagining of leadership roles, indicating the significance of influential figures in navigating the current political landscape.
Mike talks with Jeremy Young, PEN America’s Freedom to Learn program director, about the recently released report, America’s Censored Classrooms, 2024.
Topics Mike & Jeremy Discuss Include:
- how big of a problem educational censorship is
- where it’s happening
- the deviousness of ‘stealth censorship’
- institutional neutrality and viewpoint diversity
- how universities are responding to censorship attempts
- what to expect from the incoming Trump administration
PEN America on X
The Politics Guys on Facebook | X
Listener support helps make The Politics Guys possible. You can support us or change your level of support at patreon.com/politicsguys or politicsguys.com/support. On Venmo we’re @PoliticsGuys.
The Politics Guys is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ABC's Jonathan Karl talks with retiring Maryland Senator Ben Cardin about America’s foreign policy challenges and how Democrats will approach a second Trump term. Then, Jon goes one-on-one with New York Republican Representativ Mike Lawler ahead of Congress’ return in the new year.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
President-elect Donald Trump is seeking a delay from the Supreme Court on a law that may mandate TikTok's sale or shutdown due to its Chinese ownership. This marks a shift in Trump's stance, having previously advocated for a ban on the app amidst national security concerns. Concurrently, approximately 10,000 North Korean soldiers are facing dire conditions in Ukraine, suffering heavy casualties in poorly supported assaults. Lastly, the FDA has announced the end of the shortage of the obesity drug Zepbound, although patients face increased costs as alternatives are phased out.
**The urgency surrounding the TikTok ban underscores broader concerns about data privacy and national security, particularly regarding applications with foreign ownership.**
**Reports of North Korean soldiers engaging in suicide missions underscore the psychological toll of warfare, emphasizing the dire conditions under which these soldiers fight and the sense of hopelessness that can result from being sent into futile combat.**
Most college students are on their winter break gathering with family and friends. But some from outside the United States may return to campus early this holiday season after several universities and colleges are advising them that the incoming Trump administration may make it more difficult for them to return later. Lisa Desjardins explains. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
In this end-of-year episode, Ezra Klein reflects on his liberal beliefs, distinguishing them from democratic socialism and advocating for an approach that balances technology and capitalism with social equity. He discusses the complexities of technology's societal impact and the allure and pitfalls of social media, stressing the importance of maintaining mental well-being. Klein also addresses the challenges surrounding reporting on the Trump administration, defines the nuances of political accountability in relation to the filibuster, and shares insights on parenting and personal growth. He emphasizes the need for better self-care amidst societal pressures, indicating his intent to shift perspectives in 2025.
Ezra Klein's perspective underscores the importance of recognizing individual life experiences within political ideologies, particularly in liberalism, which he argues must evolve to address contemporary challenges.
The normalization of extreme views is a pressing concern in today's media landscape, with implications for democratic discourse and public perception. Klein's approach advocates for robust engagement with diverse opinions without abandoning critical reasoning.
President Biden has commuted the sentences of 37 of the 40 prisoners on federal death row who will stay in prison for life but will not be subject to executions. Biden's move is likely motivated by the incoming Trump administration's expected hard line policy shift on federal executions. Robin Maher, executive director of the Death Penalty Information Center, joins William Brangham to discuss.
PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
The Biden administration just approved a wind farm project off the coast of Massachusetts. It's the eleventh commercial-scale wind project of its kind to get approval and comes at a key moment for the sector, as President-elect Trump, a frequent critic, prepares to take office. Miles O'Brien reports.
PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
The back-and-forth on the stopgap spending bill has created fault lines among House Republicans. Many were unsatisfied with the original text, but some also rejected the revised bill, which included President-elect Trump's demands to suspend the debt limit. One of those members is Rep. David Schweikert of Arizona. He joined Geoff Bennett to discuss more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including yet another chaotic, down-to-the-wire funding battle in Congress, how President-elect Trump will govern during his second term and the political influence of Elon Musk. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
In a thought-provoking discussion at AmericaFest, Charlie Kirk and Glenn Beck explore themes of optimism about America's future, the unconventional suggestion of Elon Musk as House Speaker, and the potential direction of a future Trump administration. They address concerns regarding the radical left's influence and the essential role of grassroots movements in political mobilization, particularly in Georgia's recent election cycle. Sage Steele shares her personal journey of faith amidst challenges, while Chloe Cole recounts her experience as a detransitioner, emphasizing the need for better protection for minors in medical decisions.
The importance of faith and a strong moral foundation is emphasized as a guiding force in the current political landscape.
The idea of Elon Musk as House Speaker reflects a bold reimagining of leadership roles, indicating the significance of influential figures in navigating the current political landscape.
01:12:51Update: 01/09/2020
Trump On TikTok Ban, N. Korean Soldiers in Ukraine, Obesity Drug Shortage Ends
