Moderate Party

Moderate Party
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Moderate Party

Moderate Party is a political podcast for Moderates, Centrists, and Independents. Each week, Hillari Lombard will be joined by conservatives, liberals, politicians, journalists, activists, educators, and any one else with a good idea on how to improve our Country. She will take an honest look at the week’s news and have inspiring conversations with top political thinkers — all while trying to add some energy to the Moderate Movement

  1. The Future is Independent (with Adam Brandon)

    APR 28

    The Future is Independent (with Adam Brandon)

    In this episode, Hillari Lombard sits down with Adam Brandon of the Independent Center to explore how independent voters reshaped the 2024 election — and what it means for the future of American politics. They dive into why traditional party strategies are losing ground, how grassroots movements and digital media are fueling real change, and what a future beyond partisan gridlock could look like. Adam Brandon is a longtime grassroots leader and a Senior Advisor at the Independent Center, an organization committed to empowering independent voters with common-sense solutions. If you believe there's a better way forward, this conversation is for you. Episode Links: America's Independent Center for Independent Voters

    47 min
  2. Should America Step Back? Trump, Isolationism, and America's Role in the World.

    MAR 29

    Should America Step Back? Trump, Isolationism, and America's Role in the World.

    Donald Trump’s America First policy has reignited a debate that has shaped U.S. history for centuries: Should America lead on the world stage, or should it pull back and focus on problems at home? In this episode, Hillari Lombard sits down with Charles Kupchan—senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, professor at Georgetown, and author of Isolationism: A History of America’s Efforts to Shield Itself from the World—to unpack the past, present, and future of American isolationism. This episode is a good-faith attempt to understand what America First really means—not just as a campaign slogan, but as a governing philosophy. Whether you support it, fear it, or are just trying to make sense of it, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Resources that informed this episode: Isolationism: A History of America’s Efforts to Shield Itself From the World | Council on Foreign RelationsSupporting Ukraine Is in Trump’s Interest by Michael Froman & Charles A. Kupchan - Project SyndicateTrump Is Right That Pax Americana Is Over - The AtlanticThe Past and Future of American Isolationism | Council on Foreign Relations --- Charles A. Kupchan is Professor of International Affairs in the School of Foreign Service and Government Department at Georgetown University, and Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. From 2014 to 2017, Kupchan served as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for European Affairs on the National Security Council in the Obama White House. He was also Director for European Affairs on the National Security Council during the first Clinton administration. His most recent books are Anchoring the World: International Order in the Twenty-First Century (2021), Isolationism: A History of America’s Efforts to Shield Itself from the World (2020), No One’s World: The West, the Rising Rest, and the Coming Global Turn (2012), and How Enemies Become Friends: The Sources of Stable Peace (2010). His forthcoming book is Bringing Order to Anarchy: Governing the World To Come.

    53 min
  3. Crowning an American King

    FEB 23

    Crowning an American King

    In this episode of Moderate Party, host Hillari Lombard dives deep into the increasing power of the U.S. presidency and how it has changed over time. Triggered by the importance of President’s Day and growing concerns about executive power, Hillari takes listeners on a journey from the ineffective Articles of Confederation to the immense authority wielded by modern presidents. The episode critically examines the policies and actions of Presidents George Bush, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump, and discusses how each administration expanded executive powers. Hillari warns about the dangers of unchecked presidential power and explores how congress has succeeded in creating an American King.

    34 min

  4. FEB 2

    Ok, let's talk about it.

    Moderate Party returns after a hiatus and Hillari Lombard hits the mic to talk about where she's been and where we're going.

    13 min
  5. Kamala Harris's Plan for the Economy

    10/11/2024

    Kamala Harris's Plan for the Economy

    In this episode of Moderate Minis, Hillari Lombard explores Vice President Kamala Harris's sweeping economic policies aimed at tackling affordability and creating new opportunities. Harris targets the high cost of living and corporate greed with proposals to invest in small businesses, enforce price gouging laws, and expand tax credits. Her ambitious agenda includes raising the child tax credit, introducing a $6,000 newborn tax credit, and making the Earned Income Tax Credit more accessible. These measures, while promising to reduce financial stress and child poverty, spark debates over their $1.4 trillion price tag and potential increase in government dependency. Harris's strategy also involves fostering 25 million new small businesses through government contracts and low-interest loans, funded by tax hikes on the wealthy and corporations. Critics worry about the impact on investment and national debt, but supporters argue it's a fair approach to tackling income inequality and providing better social outcomes. The feasibility of passing these through Congress remains a big question mark, coloring Harris's policies as both ambitious and contentious.

    25 min
  6. Donald Trump's Plan for the Economy

    10/02/2024

    Donald Trump's Plan for the Economy

    On this episode of Moderate Party, Hillari Lombard tackles the major economic policies presented by former President Donald Trump, analyzing the impact of his tax cuts and tariffs. The discussion dives deep into the implications of Trump's America First agenda, focusing on corporate tax cuts, deregulation, and proposed tariffs, as well as their potential short-term benefits and long-term consequences. With references to expert analyses, the episode addresses who truly benefits from these policies and what they mean for the average American consumer. The first in the 'Moderate Minis' series, the episode aims to provide a clear, nuanced view of Trump's economic vision. Stay tuned for a detailed comparison with Vice President Kamala Harris's economic plan in our upcoming episode. Chapters: 00:00 Debate Highlights: Trump vs. Harris 01:13 Introducing Moderate Minis 01:35 The Economy: A Voter's Priority 03:41 Trump's Economic Promises 06:34 The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act 10:16 Impact of Corporate Tax Cuts 17:13 Trump's Tariff Plans 26:50 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview Links used to inform this episode: The 2024 Trump Campaign Policy Proposals: Budgetary, Economic and Distributional Effects — Penn Wharton Budget ModelTax Policy and Investment in a Global Economy*The Efficiency-Equity Tradeoff of the Corporate Income Tax: Evidence from the Tax Cuts and Jobs ActMODELING THE DISTRIBUTION OF TAXES ON BUSINESS INCOME | Joint Committee on Taxation

    28 min
  7. What does it mean to love your country?

    07/06/2024

    What does it mean to love your country?

    In our annual 4th of July episode Hillari takes to the mic to work out why Independence Day feels different this year. She reflects on patriotism under strain, American exceptionalism, and the fundamental beliefs that form the American Identity. She comments on a recent controversial U.S. Supreme Court ruling granting former presidents immunity for certain official acts, the shifting balance of powers, and the broader implications for American democracy. Additionally, she addresses concerns about President Biden's mental fitness and the anxiety many feel about the country's future. Finally, Lombard delves into what it truly means to love your country—reflecting on how America's promise of individual value and rights has shaped her life, and emphasizing that real patriotism involves active participation and defense of democratic principles. Shop Moderate Party MerchEmail the Show

    25 min
  8. We need to talk about the debate.

    06/28/2024 · BONUS

    We need to talk about the debate.

    In this bonus episode of Moderate Party, Hillari reacts to the recent debate between President Biden and former President Donald Trump. // Moderate Party returns from summer hiatus this July! Get caught up on episodes you may have missed before we return to your airwaves mid summer. If you haven't already purchased your ModPod Merch, head over to Moderatepartypodcast.com and check out the store while supplies last.

    18 min
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Moderate Party is a political podcast for Moderates, Centrists, and Independents. Each week, Hillari Lombard will be joined by conservatives, liberals, politicians, journalists, activists, educators, and any one else with a good idea on how to improve our Country. She will take an honest look at the week’s news and have inspiring conversations with top political thinkers — all while trying to add some energy to the Moderate Movement

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  • Creator
    Moderate Party
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    54
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    © 2023 Moderate Party
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