2Political Podcast http://2political.com 2 old friends talk about politics, the news and other stuff. Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:16:45 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 Copyright © 2Political Podcast 2009-2010 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/ amerinz@ihug.co.nz (Arthur and Jason) amerinz@ihug.co.nz (Arthur and Jason) posts 1440 http://2political.com/wp-content/plugins/podpress/images/2PP_Album_art.png 2Political Podcast http://2political.com 144 144 2 old friends talk about politics, the news and other stuff. We\'ve been talking about politics and current events from a liberal perspective for a very long time. This podcast captures some of those conversations. You can join the discussion, too! Arthur and Jason Arthur and Jason amerinz@ihug.co.nz no yes 2PP037 – 2 September 2010 http://2political.com/?p=78 http://2political.com/?p=78#comments Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:16:45 +0000 admin http://2political.com/?p=78 So the previous episode was delayed. Then it turned out that the 2Political website was messed up after all. And then for THIS episode there were technical problems: Arthur’s Garageband stopped recording a few minutes into the chat. He always records the Skype call as a back-up, so at the point where his recording stopped, this switches to that back-up. There are Skype issues and poorer sound quality. Sorry. Arthur has ideas to fix that for the future, in case this happens again.

Meanwhile, instead of Special Days Jason has another special event. Following that, Jason talks about some of what he’s been into in the beastly heat of Washington, DC (you’ll be glad to know I re-tagged the episodes “explicit”).

The rally last weekend of the “New Messiah”, Saint Beck, is our first big topic. Not surprisingly, we don’t think much of it. From there, we talk about a local race in Washington, DC and the hypocrites involved in it.

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Link for this episode:
Woodrow Wilson House audio
“My name is Glenn Beck, and I need help” – Kathleen Parker, Washington Post
“Sarah Palin the Sound and the Fury” – Michael Joseph Gross, Vanity Fair
Ward 5 Politics – Jason’s blog post on the DC politics he talked about, including the flyer paid for by the hypocrites.
California Proposition 13 (1978)
Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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]]> http://2political.com/?feed=rss2&p=78 0 38:52 So the previous episode was delayed. Then it turned out that the 2Political website was messed up after all. And then for THIS episode there ... So the previous episode was delayed. Then it turned out that the 2Political website was messed up after all. And then for THIS episode there were technical problems: Arthur's Garageband stopped recording a few minutes into the chat. He always records the Skype call as a back-up, so at the point where his recording stopped, this switches to that back-up. There are Skype issues and poorer sound quality. Sorry. Arthur has ideas to fix that for the future, in case this happens again. Meanwhile, instead of Special Days Jason has another special event. Following that, Jason talks about some of what he’s been into in the beastly heat of Washington, DC (you’ll be glad to know I re-tagged the episodes “explicit”). The rally last weekend of the “New Messiah”, Saint Beck, is our first big topic. Not surprisingly, we don’t think much of it. From there, we talk about a local race in Washington, DC and the hypocrites involved in it. Please leave a comment (anyone's welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982. Link for this episode: Woodrow Wilson House audio"My name is Glenn Beck, and I need help" – Kathleen Parker, Washington Post"Sarah Palin the Sound and the Fury" - Michael Joseph Gross, Vanity FairWard 5 Politics – Jason’s blog post on the DC politics he talked about, including the flyer paid for by the hypocrites.California Proposition 13 (1978)Jason’s Blog Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here. Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes Podcast Shownotes, Podcasts Arthur and Jason yes no 2PP036 – 24 August 2010 http://2political.com/?p=76 http://2political.com/?p=76#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:15:47 +0000 admin http://2political.com/?p=76 This episode was delayed by a week due to Arthur having a very busy schedule. However, there will be a new episode in a few days!

Instead of Special Days, today Jason has a special event. Following that, Arthur has some housekeeping about the 2Political site. We begin talking about the Pew Research poll finding a shocking percentage of Americans think President Obama is Muslim (or don’t know). That leads to a discussion of Republican birther antics and what they’re really up to. That leads on to some talk about the “ground zero mosque”, which is not a mosque and not at ground zero. That, in turn, leads on to a discussion of the upcoming elections.

Please leave a comment (anyone’s welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982.

Link for this episode:
Growing Number of Americans Say Obama is a Muslim
Lawmakers and the ‘birther’/Muslim myths
In break with Reid, Durbin backs mosque

Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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]]> http://2political.com/?feed=rss2&p=76 2 45:29 This episode was delayed by a week due to Arthur having a very busy schedule. However, there will be a new episode in a few ... This episode was delayed by a week due to Arthur having a very busy schedule. However, there will be a new episode in a few days! Instead of Special Days, today Jason has a special event. Following that, Arthur has some housekeeping about the 2Political site. We begin talking about the Pew Research poll finding a shocking percentage of Americans think President Obama is Muslim (or don’t know). That leads to a discussion of Republican birther antics and what they’re really up to. That leads on to some talk about the “ground zero mosque”, which is not a mosque and not at ground zero. That, in turn, leads on to a discussion of the upcoming elections. Please leave a comment (anyone's welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982. Link for this episode: Growing Number of Americans Say Obama is a MuslimLawmakers and the 'birther'/Muslim mythsIn break with Reid, Durbin backs mosque Jason’s Blog Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here. Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes Podcast Shownotes, Podcasts Arthur and Jason yes no 2PP035 – 10 August 2010 http://2political.com/?p=69 http://2political.com/?p=69#comments Thu, 12 Aug 2010 11:35:04 +0000 Arthur http://2political.com/?p=69 2pp_album_art_110x1101.jpgWe tried to do a shorter episode today. After Special Days, Jason talks a bit about the passing of Patricia Neal and one of her movies that he highly recommends. He then shares a pet peeve.

We begin today with Right Wing Nut Jobs (RWNJs), in particular, Sharron Angle. Her nutty positions are actually related to the boycott of Target, which we talk about next. After that, it’s the Walker ruling overturning California’s infamous Proposition 8. We talk about that, and especially what the right has been saying and what a “religious exemption” logically means. Arthur suggests the way that marriage ought to be handled by government.

A couple last things: We have a new Supreme Court Justice! Did you miss that news? We even talk a little about iTunes.

Please leave a comment (anyone’s welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982.

Link for this episode:
Milwaukee Irish Fest – August 19-22
The Tim Corrimal Show – Episode 135
Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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]]> http://2political.com/?feed=rss2&p=69 2 34:25 We tried to do a shorter episode today. After Special Days, Jason talks a bit about the passing of Patricia Neal and one of her ... We tried to do a shorter episode today. After Special Days, Jason talks a bit about the passing of Patricia Neal and one of her movies that he highly recommends. He then shares a pet peeve. We begin today with Right Wing Nut Jobs (RWNJs), in particular, Sharron Angle. Her nutty positions are actually related to the boycott of Target, which we talk about next. After that, it's the Walker ruling overturning California's infamous Proposition 8. We talk about that, and especially what the right has been saying and what a "religious exemption" logically means. Arthur suggests the way that marriage ought to be handled by government. A couple last things: We have a new Supreme Court Justice! Did you miss that news? We even talk a little about iTunes. Please leave a comment (anyone's welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982. Link for this episode: Milwaukee Irish Fest - August 19-22 The Tim Corrimal Show – Episode 135 Jason’s Blog Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here. Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes Podcast Shownotes, Podcasts Arthur and Jason yes no 2PP034 – 28 July 2010 http://2political.com/?p=66 http://2political.com/?p=66#comments Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:49:36 +0000 Arthur http://2political.com/?p=66 RoofDown

2pp_album_art_110x1101.jpgSpecial Days are up first—we missed Rat Catcher’s Day on July 22! Jason talks a bit about the massive storm that hit Washington (part of someone’s roof is in the photo above).

We then talk about yet another Republican politician advocating secession. From there it’s a talk about the current right wing meme about who is a “patriot” and a “real American”. Where’s the pushback to their rhetoric? Part of the problem is how far right the Republican Party has moved.

Arthur brings up the controversy over the political spending by the retailer Target. That leads to a wider discussion about the efficacy of boycotts, citizen action, and the need for a longer term, historical view of politics.

Please leave a comment (anyone’s welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982.

Link for this episode:
July 28 – Chincoteague Pony Penning (and also here)
Enough right-wing propaganda -Washington Post
Target Corp. Defends Minn. Political Donation – via ABC News

Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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]]> http://2political.com/?feed=rss2&p=66 1 47:28 Special Days are up first—we missed Rat Catcher's Day on July 22! Jason talks a bit about the massive storm that hit Washington (part of ... Special Days are up first—we missed Rat Catcher's Day on July 22! Jason talks a bit about the massive storm that hit Washington (part of someone’s roof is in the photo above). We then talk about yet another Republican politician advocating secession. From there it’s a talk about the current right wing meme about who is a "patriot" and a "real American". Where’s the pushback to their rhetoric? Part of the problem is how far right the Republican Party has moved. Arthur brings up the controversy over the political spending by the retailer Target. That leads to a wider discussion about the efficacy of boycotts, citizen action, and the need for a longer term, historical view of politics. Please leave a comment (anyone's welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982. Link for this episode: July 28 - Chincoteague Pony Penning (and also here) Enough right-wing propaganda -Washington Post Target Corp. Defends Minn. Political Donation - via ABC News Jason’s Blog Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here. Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes Podcast Shownotes, Podcasts Arthur and Jason yes no 2PP033 – 14 July 2010 http://2political.com/?p=65 http://2political.com/?p=65#comments Thu, 15 Jul 2010 10:41:03 +0000 Arthur http://2political.com/?p=65 2pp_album_art_110x1101.jpgWe tried a different sound set-up today, but we still we had a few issues. After Special Days, we talk about the upcoming elections. The Republicans could take control of the US House, and that would be a disaster. Arthur is sick of the mainstream media allowing the rightwing to get away with their nonsense, and that leads to a wider discussion.

From there, we talk about another lunatic, a Republican panderer from the South. Hypocrisy comes to mind, along with stupidity. These leads us to speculate on what’s wrong with the mainstream newsmedia in the US. We talk about the “fear factors” that the Republicans keep pushing. Arthur says Republicans are actively working to make things worse for ordinary Americans, working only for the rich and corporate elites. He then moves it back to his pet peeve. Jason points out a reason for hope.

Please leave a comment (anyone’s welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982.

Link for this episode:
July 15 – St. Swithin’s Day (and also here)
July 16 – First Atomic explosion, Alamogordo NM, 1945
Confidence in Obama reaches new low, Washington Post-ABC News poll finds
Sharron Angle: Utah Sen. Bob Bennett ‘outlived usefulness’
Republican senator says he backs birther lawsuits
Gingrich says he’s considering presidential run
Billboard linking Obama, Hitler draws complaints
Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes

]]> http://2political.com/?feed=rss2&p=65 1 41:52 We tried a different sound set-up today, but we still we had a few issues. After Special Days, we talk about the upcoming elections. The ... We tried a different sound set-up today, but we still we had a few issues. After Special Days, we talk about the upcoming elections. The Republicans could take control of the US House, and that would be a disaster. Arthur is sick of the mainstream media allowing the rightwing to get away with their nonsense, and that leads to a wider discussion. From there, we talk about another lunatic, a Republican panderer from the South. Hypocrisy comes to mind, along with stupidity. These leads us to speculate on what’s wrong with the mainstream newsmedia in the US. We talk about the “fear factors” that the Republicans keep pushing. Arthur says Republicans are actively working to make things worse for ordinary Americans, working only for the rich and corporate elites. He then moves it back to his pet peeve. Jason points out a reason for hope. Please leave a comment (anyone's welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982. Link for this episode: July 15 - St. Swithin's Day (and also here) July 16 - First Atomic explosion, Alamogordo NM, 1945 Confidence in Obama reaches new low, Washington Post-ABC News poll finds Sharron Angle: Utah Sen. Bob Bennett ‘outlived usefulness’ Republican senator says he backs birther lawsuits Gingrich says he's considering presidential run Billboard linking Obama, Hitler draws complaints Jason’s Blog Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here. Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes Podcast Shownotes, Podcasts Arthur and Jason yes no 2PP032 – 30 June 2010 http://2political.com/?p=63 http://2political.com/?p=63#comments Thu, 01 Jul 2010 07:00:18 +0000 Arthur http://2political.com/?p=63 2pp_album_art_110x1101.jpgWe had some big sound issues today, but we persevered. We’re also trying to do shorter episodes more often. We’ll see how we go.

We start off with Arthur talking a bit about Pride 48, which was this past weekend. Then it’s on to our main topic for today, Elena Kagan, whose nomination process has begun. The Republicans are just being silly. Why shouldn’t a liberal justice be replaced with a liberal justice?

This leads to a discussion of the recent gun ruling by the Supreme Court, and the right’s attempts to re-write the US Constitution. A call from Australia allows us to talk about a lesbian judge, and that leads to a discussion of Iceland and the Internet.

Please leave a comment (anyone’s welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982.

Link for this episode:
A chance to say farewell and thank you – for the podcaster I mentioned
Canada Day
Ommegang Pageant – Brussels
Little Aussie Battler – Scotty’s Podcast
Virginia Bell
Virginia Bell’s journey from barrel girl to the High Court
Saved By The (Virginia) Bell
Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes

]]> http://2political.com/?feed=rss2&p=63 0 35:19 We had some big sound issues today, but we persevered. We’re also trying to do shorter episodes more often. We’ll see how we go. We start ... We had some big sound issues today, but we persevered. We’re also trying to do shorter episodes more often. We’ll see how we go. We start off with Arthur talking a bit about Pride 48, which was this past weekend. Then it’s on to our main topic for today, Elena Kagan, whose nomination process has begun. The Republicans are just being silly. Why shouldn’t a liberal justice be replaced with a liberal justice? This leads to a discussion of the recent gun ruling by the Supreme Court, and the right’s attempts to re-write the US Constitution. A call from Australia allows us to talk about a lesbian judge, and that leads to a discussion of Iceland and the Internet. Please leave a comment (anyone's welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982. Link for this episode: A chance to say farewell and thank you – for the podcaster I mentioned Canada Day Ommegang Pageant – Brussels Little Aussie Battler – Scotty’s Podcast Virginia Bell Virginia Bell's journey from barrel girl to the High Court Saved By The (Virginia) Bell Jason’s Blog Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here. Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes Podcast Shownotes, Podcasts Arthur and Jason yes no 2PP031 – 17 June 2010 http://2political.com/?p=61 http://2political.com/?p=61#comments Sat, 19 Jun 2010 10:13:12 +0000 Arthur http://2political.com/?p=61 2pp_album_art_110x1101.jpgAfter special days, we talk first about the oil spill. What could be done differently? After that, we move on the antics of some teabaggers. Traitors? We present our case to say some are. Neither of us thinks much of the teabaggers.

We also talk about the Arkansas primary, and that leads into a discussion of the antics of the Left of the Democratic Party. Arthur talks a bit about GetEqual as an example of self-defeating behaviour. Neither of us is impressed with the self-righteousness of either end of the spectrum, but with Democrats it could prove disastrous for everything Democrats believe in.

Toward the end, we even consider at a match-up between Senators Durbin and Schumer for Democratic Leader in the US Senate.

Please leave a comment (anyone’s welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982.

Link for this episode:
Watermelon Thump – Luling, TX
Washboard Music Festival – Logan, OH
Juneteenth
Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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]]> http://2political.com/?feed=rss2&p=61 1 51:19 After special days, we talk first about the oil spill. What could be done differently? After that, we move on the antics of some teabaggers. ... After special days, we talk first about the oil spill. What could be done differently? After that, we move on the antics of some teabaggers. Traitors? We present our case to say some are. Neither of us thinks much of the teabaggers. We also talk about the Arkansas primary, and that leads into a discussion of the antics of the Left of the Democratic Party. Arthur talks a bit about GetEqual as an example of self-defeating behaviour. Neither of us is impressed with the self-righteousness of either end of the spectrum, but with Democrats it could prove disastrous for everything Democrats believe in. Toward the end, we even consider at a match-up between Senators Durbin and Schumer for Democratic Leader in the US Senate. Please leave a comment (anyone's welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982. Link for this episode: Watermelon Thump - Luling, TX Washboard Music Festival – Logan, OH Juneteenth Jason’s Blog Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here. Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes Podcast Shownotes, Podcasts Arthur and Jason yes no 2PP030 – 21 May 2010 http://2political.com/?p=59 http://2political.com/?p=59#comments Sat, 22 May 2010 09:37:20 +0000 Arthur http://2political.com/?p=59 2pp_album_art_110x1101.jpgAfter special days, we talk a bit about Pride 48, a podcasting marathon Arthur is the host of this year. 2Political is being played along with other recorded podcasts.

Then we talk about the results from recent primary elections. The teabaggers didn’t get what they thought they would and the media hasn’t understood what they were talking about. The chicken lady is revisited, too. From there, we talk about the latest sex scandal with a “family values” Republican. Arthur has no sympathy for ex-Rep. Souder, and less than none for George Rekers, a hatemonger who fell from grace recently, too.

A major topic is Facebook’s contempt for personal privacy and what companies like that should be doing. Arthur shares some tips for protecting your privacy on Facebook, to the extent you can. Comments round out the episode.

Please leave a comment (anyone’s welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982.

Link for this episode:
Shavuot
 Norwegian Constitution Day
Comic Relief – Arthur blogs schadenfreude for a fallen Republican
Openbook – see what Facebook users are sharing with the world
Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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]]> http://2political.com/?feed=rss2&p=59 1 54:38 After special days, we talk a bit about Pride 48, a podcasting marathon Arthur is the host of this year. 2Political is being played along ... After special days, we talk a bit about Pride 48, a podcasting marathon Arthur is the host of this year. 2Political is being played along with other recorded podcasts. Then we talk about the results from recent primary elections. The teabaggers didn't get what they thought they would and the media hasn't understood what they were talking about. The chicken lady is revisited, too. From there, we talk about the latest sex scandal with a "family values" Republican. Arthur has no sympathy for ex-Rep. Souder, and less than none for George Rekers, a hatemonger who fell from grace recently, too. A major topic is Facebook's contempt for personal privacy and what companies like that should be doing. Arthur shares some tips for protecting your privacy on Facebook, to the extent you can. Comments round out the episode. Please leave a comment (anyone's welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982. Link for this episode: Shavuot Norwegian Constitution Day Comic Relief – Arthur blogs schadenfreude for a fallen Republican Openbook – see what Facebook users are sharing with the world Jason’s Blog Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here. Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes Podcast Shownotes, Podcasts Arthur and Jason yes no 2PP029 – 5 May 2010 http://2political.com/?p=57 http://2political.com/?p=57#comments Sat, 08 May 2010 10:34:29 +0000 Arthur http://2political.com/?p=57 2pp_album_art_110x1101.jpgWe begin with the Arizona law targeting illegal Hispanic immigrants. That leads to a discussion of some of the aspects of illegal immigration that get ignored. That leads on to a wider chat about immigration reform—the way to move beyond the problems Arizona was trying to deal with. A legal immigrant is our next topic: The would-be Times Square bomber. After talking a little about that, we move on to talk about policies dealing with terrorists. Finally, we talk about the oil spill, some of the political reactions to it and some of the ways forward.

It’s a wide-ranging discussion today, all packed into one of our shortest episodes. This episode was recorded May 4/5, but was delayed because Arthur was swamped with work and other projects.

Please leave a comment (anyone’s welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982.

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Jason’s Blog
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]]> http://2political.com/?feed=rss2&p=57 1 36:05 We begin with the Arizona law targeting illegal Hispanic immigrants. That leads to a discussion of some of the aspects of illegal immigration that get ... We begin with the Arizona law targeting illegal Hispanic immigrants. That leads to a discussion of some of the aspects of illegal immigration that get ignored. That leads on to a wider chat about immigration reform—the way to move beyond the problems Arizona was trying to deal with. A legal immigrant is our next topic: The would-be Times Square bomber. After talking a little about that, we move on to talk about policies dealing with terrorists. Finally, we talk about the oil spill, some of the political reactions to it and some of the ways forward. It’s a wide-ranging discussion today, all packed into one of our shortest episodes. This episode was recorded May 4/5, but was delayed because Arthur was swamped with work and other projects. Please leave a comment (anyone's welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982. Link for this episode: Jason’s Blog Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here. Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes Podcast Shownotes, Podcasts Arthur and Jason yes no 2PP028 – 23 April 2010 http://2political.com/?p=55 http://2political.com/?p=55#comments Sat, 24 Apr 2010 04:39:38 +0000 admin http://2political.com/?p=55 2pp_album_art_110x1101.jpgWe had a lot of things come up that kept us from podcasting sooner. It happens. After a basketful of Special Days, we talk about the teabagger and gun-nut rallies in and near Washington, DC. That leads to a general discussion of the intellectual bankruptcy of the teabagger right and the Republican Party in particular, including their “chickens for checkups” candidate. We also talk a bit about presidential appointments, with a Supreme Court nominee to be announced soon. A phone comment and written comment let us expand on topics a bit more.

Please leave a comment (anyone’s welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982.

Link for this episode:
Militia movement will be packing heat at gun rally on the Potomac.
When education is missing – Arthur’s blog post that he mentioned, on the New Left Media video on teabaggers.
Cow Chip Festival.
Jason’s Blog
Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here.

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]]> http://2political.com/?feed=rss2&p=55 2 48:29 We had a lot of things come up that kept us from podcasting sooner. It happens. After a basketful of Special Days, we talk about ... We had a lot of things come up that kept us from podcasting sooner. It happens. After a basketful of Special Days, we talk about the teabagger and gun-nut rallies in and near Washington, DC. That leads to a general discussion of the intellectual bankruptcy of the teabagger right and the Republican Party in particular, including their “chickens for checkups” candidate. We also talk a bit about presidential appointments, with a Supreme Court nominee to be announced soon. A phone comment and written comment let us expand on topics a bit more. Please leave a comment (anyone's welcome—agree or disagree!), or you can ring the 2Political Comment line on 206-350-3982. Link for this episode: Militia movement will be packing heat at gun rally on the Potomac. When education is missing – Arthur’s blog post that he mentioned, on the New Left Media video on teabaggers. Cow Chip Festival. Jason’s Blog Arthur’s blog, podcasts and videos can be accessed here. Get 2Poltical Podcast for free on iTunes Podcast Shownotes, Podcasts Arthur and Jason yes no