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Daily thoughtful conversation about the latest news and politics.

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast WNYC Studios

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    • 4.4 • 21 Ratings

Daily thoughtful conversation about the latest news and politics.

    Biden and Schumer’s Election Year Cannabis Moves

    Biden and Schumer’s Election Year Cannabis Moves

    Politico's Natalie Fertig on the news that the DOJ plans to change the way the federal government classifies cannabis, which will loosen restrictions on weed.

    • 17 min
    Cease-Fire Talks Update As Blinken Tries To Close A Deal

    Cease-Fire Talks Update As Blinken Tries To Close A Deal

    Aaron David Miller on the ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas and the U.S. role in the process.

    • 23 min
    NJ Rep. Mikkie Sherril On Abortion Nationwide, And Campus Protests In Her District

    NJ Rep. Mikkie Sherril On Abortion Nationwide, And Campus Protests In Her District

    With pro-Palestinian protests going on in her district, U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill (D, NJ-11) reacts to the news overnight of police arresting campus protesters, and discusses her priorities related to reproductive rights and the National Defense Reauthorization Act.

    • 22 min
    Should Biden Agree To Debate Trump?

    Should Biden Agree To Debate Trump?

    How would a moderator handle a potential debate matchup between President Biden and former President Trump in order to make the most of the event for voters?

    • 20 min
    Nicholas Kristof On Biden Blind Spots, Double Standards, Campus Protesters

    Nicholas Kristof On Biden Blind Spots, Double Standards, Campus Protesters

    NYT opinion writer Nick Kristof critiques Biden on Gaza

    • 24 min
    Has The Supreme Court “Already Botched” Today’s Trump Immunity Case?

    Has The Supreme Court “Already Botched” Today’s Trump Immunity Case?

    A preview of the oral arguments the Supreme Court will hear on former President Trump's immunity case.

    • 21 min

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4.4 out of 5
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A live journey through history

Brian & his guests (journalists, law experts, & experts in politics, Ukraine/Russia, etc) do a brilliant job of keeping listeners up to date during these historical impeachment proceedings! Highly recommended!

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I Mean … Right?

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