29 min
Inside ALEC: 50 Years of Driving Extreme Policies in America Laura Flanders and Friends
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- Society & Culture
Many people have never heard of the American Legislative Exchange Council, or ALEC – but for 50 years, the group has been the driving force behind some of the most extreme policies in this country. Guests Rep. Ro Khanna & Lisa Graves say ALEC and its wealthy pool of funders are a real threat, but there are ways to take action and progress has already been made.
Guests:
Lisa Graves: President of the Board, Center for Media & Democracy; Executive Director, True North Research
Ro Khanna: Congressman California's 17th District
The Laura Flanders Show is Re-branding as Laura Flanders & Friends:
This change marks a new era for the award-winning host, Laura Flanders. The upcoming season will introduce a collaborative hosting format, featuring a diverse array of co-hosts from different backgrounds and different regions of the country. Expect new faces, unique perspectives, and impactful conversations that will leave viewers feeling inspired starting April 2024.
Many people have never heard of the American Legislative Exchange Council, or ALEC – but for 50 years, the group has been the driving force behind some of the most extreme policies in this country. Guests Rep. Ro Khanna & Lisa Graves say ALEC and its wealthy pool of funders are a real threat, but there are ways to take action and progress has already been made.
Guests:
Lisa Graves: President of the Board, Center for Media & Democracy; Executive Director, True North Research
Ro Khanna: Congressman California's 17th District
The Laura Flanders Show is Re-branding as Laura Flanders & Friends:
This change marks a new era for the award-winning host, Laura Flanders. The upcoming season will introduce a collaborative hosting format, featuring a diverse array of co-hosts from different backgrounds and different regions of the country. Expect new faces, unique perspectives, and impactful conversations that will leave viewers feeling inspired starting April 2024.
29 min