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Elizabeth Warren and Robert Reich Discuss the Progressive Movement

The following educational video is from Inequality Media — Elizabeth Warren and Robert Reich Discuss the Progressive Movement. A variety of issues are discussed including what outcomes and metrics are used to measure social success. This video was first posted to YouTube on 8 May 2018.

51% of Republican Voters Believe the Media is the Enemy of the American People

About Jake Tapper visits The View to discuss the position of journalism in this political climate. (9 May 2018) Quote “It’s a tough time for the media. Some of the wounds are self inflicted. When we get stories wrong, that’s a problem. But you have the most powerful man in the world, President Trump, attacking… Continue reading 51% of Republican Voters Believe the Media is the Enemy of the American People

How Jon Stewart First Popularized the Term “Fake News”

In recent years we’ve been hearing the term “fake news” used to describe mainstream news media stories that are considered biased, misleading, or outright false. This is actually a misuse of the term originally popularized by Jon Stewart who spent 16 years hosting a show that he referred to as “Fake News.” While Jon Stewart popularized… Continue reading How Jon Stewart First Popularized the Term “Fake News”

Haredim Report 2018

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The Haredim are Jewish people who are very religiously observant. The following report offers some positive portrayals of the Haredim community and also criticisms of the community. Because the Haredim make up 30% of the population of Jerusalem, they have a strong and well defined community there. Here are some reasons why the Haredim may… Continue reading Haredim Report 2018

Documentary: Pope Francis – A Man Of His Word – In Theaters 18 May 2018

About “Pope Francis – A Man of His Word,” is intended to be a personal journey with Pope Francis, rather than a biographical documentary about him. The pope’s ideas and his message are central to this documentary, which sets out to present his work of reform and his answers to today’s global questions. From his… Continue reading Documentary: Pope Francis – A Man Of His Word – In Theaters 18 May 2018

Stéphane Hessel – “Time for Outrage” – Documentary by Deutsche Welle (2 May 2018)

About “Stéphane Hessel was a diplomat, ambassador, writer, concentration camp survivor, French Resistance member and BCRA agent. Born German, he became a naturalised French citizen in 1939. He became an observer of the editing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights of 1948. In 2011 he was named by Foreign Policy magazine in its list… Continue reading Stéphane Hessel – “Time for Outrage” – Documentary by Deutsche Welle (2 May 2018)

Robert Patillo – Panel Discussion on Progressive Democrats – 6 May 2018

About Robert Patillo, Wade Smith, and host Leland Vittert talk about the influence of progressive politics in the Democratic Party and how that may influence the 2018 and 2020 elections. Among other topics is the somewhat conservative leaning campaign (video) of Democrat Conor Lamb. Video

Tulsi Gabbard Interview Regarding Korea – 4 May 2018

About the Video “Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard says that no matter how people feel about President Trump, there is an opportunity to end the Korean War and denuclearize North Korea and failure to capitalize could have dire consequences.” ~ From video description on YouTube. Impactful and Effective On this and other issues, Gabbard holds to… Continue reading Tulsi Gabbard Interview Regarding Korea – 4 May 2018

Members of The View Defend Sarah Sanders – 4 May 2018

About Sarah Sanders had been the focus of a lot of media discussion following the 2018 White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Although equal time was given to praise Sanders (as well as the Pres and VP), it was the criticisms of her that became most widely known. Some of the discussion following the WHCD seemed to feed… Continue reading Members of The View Defend Sarah Sanders – 4 May 2018

Anthony Scaramucci Interview with Stephen Colbert – 14 Aug 2017

About As with other people in government or those highly visible in the media, Anthony Scaramucci was the focus of some criticism during his time as White House Communications Director. His first appearance on television after leaving his position at the White House was on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on 14 Aug 2017.… Continue reading Anthony Scaramucci Interview with Stephen Colbert – 14 Aug 2017

Anthony Scaramucci CNN Interview with Chris Cuomo – 4 May 2018

About “Anthony Scaramucci discusses Rudy Giuliani’s public comments about President Donald Trump and attorney Michael Cohen over the last few days as he sits down to talk to CNN’s Chris Cuomo.” ~ Description from YouTube video posted by CNN on 4 May 2018. This video is provided here for educational purposes because it’s an example… Continue reading Anthony Scaramucci CNN Interview with Chris Cuomo – 4 May 2018