The #SistersInLaw convene this week to fill you in on the latest developments from the 1/6 commission and how our government is handling its cases. Then, they explain the role of the Supreme Court’s shadow docket and how it impacts our legal system before looking at the Kraken case. After the ruling in Michigan, the lawyers face sanctions that might prevent frivolous challenges to our elections.
Read MoreOn this special 100th episode of iGen Politics, we welcome Joy Reid, Host of The Reid Out on MSNBC, for a look at how to maximize and use your education, and what it takes to find success as a journalist. Joy then breaks down the news of the day — from Tucker Carlson to Fox News to the state of the Republican Party — and, of course, the issues facing the next generation.
Read MoreHow Jill Wine-Banks took on mobsters and Watergate criminals while shattering gender stereotypes.
Read MoreThe #SistersInLaw meet this week to share their go to negotiation strategies to give you the perfect tools for any situation-- whether you’re going up against an opposing counsel or a representative of the Taliban. Then, they celebrate the anniversary of the 19th Amendment and lay out the work we still need to do, before discussing the laws affecting the refugees seeking asylum in our country.
Read MoreiGen Politics team Jill and Victor are joined by Malcolm Nance counter-terrorism and Middle East expert, spymaster, and veteran to break down the chaos in Afghanistan, what America got wrong over the years, and what its citizens will face under the renewed rule of the Taliban. Did we make a difference there? What led to this week? And is the new generation of leaders in both countries any more likely to keep the peace?
Read MoreThe #SistersInLaw convene this week to talk about the recourse that former Governor Cuomo’s victims have to find justice. They also examine the increasing weaponization of the DOJ and look at the mask and vaccines mandates and prohibitions multiplying across the country. Which ones are likely to be challenged and which ones will continue to impact the pandemic recovery going forward?
Fresh off passing a historic infrastructure bill, Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut joins iGen Politics team Jill and Victor for an in-depth look at how we can make our country better for the coming generations. From strengthening voting rights and the middle class, to reforming the Senate and eliminating the fillibuster, to ending the epidemic of violence gripping the nation, does Senator Murphy have the answers to the problems that face us?
Read MoreThe #SistersInLaw convene this week to look at the issues that Governor Cuomo faces and what defense he might choose to use. Then, they ask if the DOJ has been tough enough on the participants and possible masterminds of the events of 1/6, and discuss what airlines can do in response to unruly passengers who have the potential to cause major chaos in the air.
iGen team Jill and Victor bring on Nicholas Kristof of the New York Times to talk about his time growing up in Oregon, entering journalism, covering the most egregious human rights violations around the world, his love for traveling and languages, his book, "Tightrope," and to look at the challenges facing the world. Will we be able to stem the rising tide of authoritarianism that endangers our national security and is violating the rights of their people?
Read MoreThe #SistersInLaw meet this week to look at the latest developments becoming public about January 6th, and share their top picks for the people who may have been involved and deserve a subpoena. They also explain why the nominations for U.S. Attorney are so important, and examine the latest developments coming out of the Tokyo Olympics.
Read MoreiGen Politics team Jill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi welcome Ben Rhodes, author of the new book, "After the Fall: Being America in the World We Made," former Deputy National Security Advisor to President Obama, and co-host of Pod Save The World, to discuss reinvigorating a vibrant democratic culture at home and around the world. And more importantly, the critical role that youth play in fighting repressive regimes, making a difference, and beginning the process of putting peace and people over profits and power.
Read MoreThe #SistersInLaw convene to discuss how important it is to depoliticize the 1/6 commission, before taking a look at the Tom Barrack indictment and the ways that we can deal with the pernicious influence of malicious foreign actors on our democracy. Then, they look at the ways that President Biden’s Department of Justice is changing the way it handles the press and its communications with the White House.
Read MoreiGen Politics team Jill and Victor welcome back Russia and Vladimir Putin Expert Fiona Hill for a deep dive into US-Russian relations. What has changed during the transition from President Trump to President Biden? Are we destined to keep fighting the Cold War? Or can we get the world focused on peace and cooperation moving forward?
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Read MoreThe #SistersInLaw air the revelations about the FBI and the Larry Nassar case and look at how to change the culture of sexism that seems to be running rampant throughout our institutions. Then, they discuss whether a judge in Michigan will be able to banish the Kraken from our politics, and explore the other legal options we have for strengthening our country’s voting rights.
Read MoreiGen Politics team Jill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi welcome former Congressman Joe Kennedy III to ask about his time in Congress, and what it was like representing our country with his family’s legacy. Was going into office what he expected? And what does he feel our nation and our young people should be doing to build up our United States and make it the hope and home of everyone who wants to join our political experiment?
Read MoreThe #SistersInLaw sit down together to take on Justice Gorsuch’s recent actions and Trump’s lawsuit against the social media companies. Does either one have a true grasp on the First Amendment and how to best protect it? Or should we be looking at the DOJ’s efforts to defend the journalists who risk their safety to cover the most important issues facing our country?
Read MoreiGen team Jill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi welcome Chris Matthews the legendary host of MSNBC’s Hardball and author of “This Country: My Life In Politics & History” to get his take on life, politics, and journalism. From Swaziland to speech writing, he shares the incredible stories of his life, relates the events and experiences that shaped his career, and gives his advice to anyone who wants to chase their dream in government and public service.
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