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Leans to the Left
by K. Shive
A breakdown of what is going on in the world of American politics, from someone outside of that world. A perspective not from a journalist, pundit, politician, or lobbyist, but rather an everyday American with an observant eye, and life-long interest in political discourse, trying to make sense out of the state of US politics today. The show is called Leans to the Left because I am being honest and open about where my political leanings are, and acknowledging where my bias may lead to blind spots in my analysis.
Episodes
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Whatcha Do Last Week?
DOGE and Elon Musk continue to hassle federal workers, Canada beats the United States in the Four Nations Faceoff, and Trump "jokes" about running for a third term.
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No Advise, Only Consent
So far in this administration, Congressional oversight has been largely absent. The role of advise and consent has turned into just consent and move on. Also, government funding runs out on March 14 and signs are pointing toward a possible shutdown.
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Can We Have a Do-Over? Please?
Lots to talk about this week with the Trump administration continuing to move at a rapid pace. I'll talk about the ongoing efforts to drastically cut the size of the federal workforce, and entertain the notion of an election do-over and whether recent events would change the result.
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Hypocrites Everywhere You Look
Hypocrisy is all over our political world right now. I dive into some of the biggest hypocrisies out there currently. As a warning to my friends on the right, and I say this up front in the podcast, most of the examples I use are from today's GOP, but I very much recognize there is plenty of...
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January 6 Came and Went : Did you notice?
As we approach the start of the next Trump administration, I talk about January 6. The infamous January 6, 2021, and the much quieter January 6, 2025. The 2024 election was certified with no drama, no commotion, and no violence. I talk about the critical need for both major political parties to...
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Is Presidential Impeachment Even Possible?
With politics in America as polarized as it is today, is it even possible for a president to be impeached and removed from office? That is the focus of today's discussion.
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Trump's Cabinet Picks So Far
A breakdown of some of the nominees Trump has already put forth, including a couple of the more inflammatory selections. Also a discussion of the Senate's constitutional responsibility to approve cabinet appointments, and whether we will see numerous recess appointments.
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2024 Election : Why did this loss sting so bad?
I've been really open on this podcast about my feelings toward Donald Trump, and why I have never supported him. Therefore, most people know I voted for Kamala Harris. As somebody who voted for Harris and badly wanted to keep Trump out of the White House, this loss stings. In this episode I have...
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Just a Few Reasons to Not Vote for Trump
We are down to less than a week from Election Day 2024, so lets get right down to it. I share my personal running list of reasons I have never supported Trump and never will. Get out and vote, and we'll see you on the other side.
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Way Too Early 2028 Preview
Lets take a short break from the current election cycle and look ahead to what 2028 could like, depending on which candidate wins this time around.
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Why is this Election Close?
Brief discussion of the VP debate between Vance and Walz before talking about why this 2024 election is still close, given the stakes and who the candidates are.
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Guns, Abortion, and Debate Wrap-Up
In this week's episode I discuss the presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. I also talk about the upcoming ballot initiative on abortion in the state of Missouri, and America's gun problem after yet another tragic school shooting.
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Supreme Court and Electoral College
An analysis of the US Supreme Court and the current state of things after recent controversial decisions. A brief discussion about the Electoral College and how it impacts modern day presidential campaigning.
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DNC 2024 Wrap-Up
A night by night breakdown of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, including the big speakers, main highlights, and what it means going forward in the 2024 presidential campaign.
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DNC Preview and GOP Support for Trump
In this episode I preview the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, break down the acrobatics many elected GOP officials have done to defend supporting Trump after saying incredibly harsh things about him in the past, and talk about Josh Hawley, Lucas Kunce, and Missouri pick-up trucks.
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Missouri Senate and Democratic Momentum
In this introductory episode I talk about a senate race that might be off the radar for many people: the Missouri race between incumbent Senator Josh Hawley and Democratic challenger Lucas Kunce. If nothing else, the race will be entertaining to watch unfold. I wrap up the episode with a brief...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A breakdown of what is going on in the world of American politics, from someone outside of that world. A perspective not from a journalist, pundit, politician, or lobbyist, but rather an everyday American with an observant eye, and life-long interest in political discourse, trying to make sense out of the state of US politics today. The show is called Leans to the Left because I am being honest and open about where my political leanings are, and acknowledging where my bias may lead to blind spots in my analysis.
HOSTED BY
K. Shive
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A breakdown of what is going on in the world of American politics, from someone outside of that world. A perspective not from a journalist, pundit, politician, or lobbyist, but rather an everyday American with an observant eye, and life-long interest in political discourse, trying to make sense out...
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Leans to the Left is created and hosted by K. Shive.
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