#516 : Why it matters to have a Native American cabinet secretary.
Why it matters to have a Native American cabinet secretary. The recurring crises of American democracy and why this time it’s different. Plus, Bill Press on what President Biden can actually do in his first 100 days.
Julian Brave NoiseCat on the significance of Representative Deb Haaland's nomination as Secretary of the Interior. Suzanne Mettler on the unprecedented danger threatening our democracy. Plus, Bill Press talks with two Politico Reporters who have been covering the Biden transition.
Julian Brave NoiseCat
President Biden has nominated Congresswoman Deb Haaland to lead the Department of the Interior. If confirmed, she will become the first Native American cabinet secretary. Julian Brave NoiseCat says it’s a rare opportunity for the Biden Administration to restore trust with Native people and prioritize their concerns.
Suzanne Mettler
In her newest book, co written with Robert C. Lieberman, Suzanne Mettler explores four threats that weaken democracy. And what is alarming about this American moment is that never before have they come together at the same time.
Bill Press
Bill Press with two Politico reporters who have been covering the Biden transition. What should we expect from the President’s first 100 days? If you'd like to hear the entire episode, visit BillPressPods.com.
Jim Hightower
The Plasticization of Planet Earth