Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch

Bruce Klopfleisch dives into the recent Supreme Court decision on Louisiana’s redistricting, explaining why he believes it effectively legalizes racism in American map-making. He breaks down the shift from Section 5 to Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act and the “reverse discrimination” claims that led the court to weaken protections for minority voters. #PoliticsMatters… The post Episode 94 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce details how the GOP is suddenly insisting that taxpayers will help pay for the Trump ballroom, how the DOJ’s latest attempt to charge James Comey is likely to fail, and more attacks on the First Amendment from the Trump administration. The post Episode 93 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce Klopfleisch isn’t holding back today as he breaks down Justice Clarence Thomas’s recent lecture at UT, calling out the partisan hackery and what he sees as a dangerous misrepresentation of our nation’s founding documents. On a brighter note, we’re digging into some “good news” regarding Virginia’s redistricting wins and some surprising new polling out… The post Episode 92 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce Klopfleisch dives into the latest Supreme Court drama, breaking down why he thinks the MAGA-aligned bench is doing Steve Bannon some serious favors while ignoring legal precedents. Bruce lays out a practical roadmap for reforming the court, ranging from age limits to jurisdiction stripping, before pivoting to a much-needed “good news” segment. You’ll hear… The post Episode 91 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This episode originally aired December 1, 2026: This week Bruce is joined by AM950 owner Chad Larson to discuss the history of AM950 and the challenges of running a radio station today. The post Episode 90 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce recaps the No Kings rallies from last weekend, how the State of Minnesota is suing the DOJ for evidence related to the Good and Pretti murders by ICE, and Trump’s likely futile attempt to stop mail-in voting on his own. The post Episode 89 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce Klopfleisch breaks down the powerful community strategies that helped scale back the presence of ICE in Minnesota, ranging from general strikes to neighborhood-level mutual aid. You’ll also hear about the Gophers women’s basketball team’s exciting Sweet 16 run and get a heads-up on Bruce’s upcoming guest hosting gig for Matt McNeil. This conversation hits… The post Episode 88 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce continues his theme of economic concerns, then moves into the SAVE Act and how it’s far less popular than Republicans insist, plus Bruce’s open letter to Chief Justice Roberts. The post Episode 87 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce discusses the DFL convention he attended last weekend (and how you can be involved), and more bad economic news coming from Washington. The post Episode 86 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce highlights how you can help fight back, a few points from the State of the Union, the Supreme Court striking down Trump’s broad tariff agenda, and Dems continuing to succeed in special elections. The post Episode 85 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce touches on the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson, more good news coming out o Virginia, but also some not great poll numbers for Dems, another unforced error by Rep. Jeffries regarding ICE, and the GOP’s fascist SAVE Act. The post Episode 84 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce details more good results for Democrats in special elections, Speaker Mike Johnson takes another loss in the House, and poor economic news including Nebraska rolling back a voter-approved minimum wage law. The post Episode 83 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce has a good news show – the Democrats’ major upset for a Texas house seat, Republicans retreating in MN, and more people than ever showing up to caucus for MN elected officials. The post Episode 82 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce covers the ongoing fallout from the ICE killing of Alex Pretti, plus how our government’s system of checks and balances is faltering. The post Episode 82 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce details the continuing crime and chaos of ICE, how we will have to rely on ourselves to get through these trying times, and the acceleration of wealth and income inequality in America. The post Episode 81 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Thjis week Bruce discusses the continued fallout from the murder of Renee Good, the state’s response, and another upcoming potential federal government shutdown in Washington. The post Episode 80 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce provides a detailed legal analysis regarding the tragic shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. He examines the complexities of state versus federal jurisdiction, the limitations of qualified immunity, and why the state of Minnesota maintains the authority to pursue criminal charges. He also highlights the critical role of bystander video… The post Episode 79 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce Klopfleisch challenges the prevailing narrative of a “booming” economy, presenting a series of sobering statistics that suggest a deepening crisis for the working class as 2026 begins. He examines rising bankruptcy rates and substantial job losses in the federal and industrial sectors, attributing these trends to the combined impact of high interest rates and… The post Episode 78 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce Klopfleisch analyzes the recent controversy surrounding CBS News and 60 Minutes, arguing that corporate interests and political pressure led to the suppression of a report on El Salvador’s prison system. He discusses the broader implications for independent journalism, citing Larry Ellison’s influence at Paramount and a potential TikTok acquisition by American investors as evidence… The post Episode 77 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce details the House rejecting a vote on healthcare subsidies, the lawsuit against the Trump ballroom which has doubled in estimated cost, and more discussion of war crimes by the US government. The post Episode 76 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce covers more bad economic news as manufacturing jobs continue to decline, Democrats continue their string of good election outcomes, and how the Supreme Court is allowing race-based gerrymandering. The post Episode 75 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce discusses the increasing scrutiny surrounding the US boat strikes, the special election in Tennessee where a deep Republican district had its margins shaven by more than half, and how Sec. Kristi Noem may be held in contempt of court. The post Episode 74 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce Klopfleisch analyzes the legal incompetence of the Trump administration following the dismissal of politically motivated charges against James Comey and Letitia James due to procedural failures. He breaks down shattering new poll numbers that reveal deep public dissatisfaction with the current economy and inflation, contradicting the White House’s narrative of success. Finally, the discussion… The post Episode 73 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce Klopfleisch breaks down a week of significant defeats for the administration, beginning with the near-unanimous Congressional passage of the Epstein files release and the Department of Justice’s attempts to resist compliance. He analyzes the court losses in Texas, Indiana, and Kansas that threaten Republican efforts to gerrymander seats before the 2026 midterms. Finally, Bruce… The post Episode 72 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce covers the 8 Democratic senators who caved and ended the shutdown with nothing that they had held out for, plus Utah upholds redistrcting that will add a Democratic House seat. The post Episode 71 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce covers this week’s elections with big wins for Democrats across the board, plus more on US war crimes wantonly attacking boats. The post Episode 70 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce covers the ongoing federal government shutdown, another court just ignoring the law for Trump’s benefit, and that Trump admitted to war crimes with the unprovoked bombings of boats in the Caribbean and Pacific. The post Episode 69 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week, Bruce dissects the ongoing government shutdown, explores the political calculations behind the Republican refusal to negotiate, and shares polling data showing the public is largely blaming Republicans. Bruce also raises the alarm about the Department of Justice’s descent into a political hit squad and covers a Supreme Court ruling that could end conversion… The post Episode 68 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce talks about the Supreme Court poised to further gut the Voting Rights Act, as well as how Republicans are at fault for the ongoing shutdown. The post Episode 67 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce highlights Gavin Newsom’s response to a Trump demand about California colleges, how Republicans in Minnesota can’t stop attacking transgender students and how James Comey could beat his criminal charges. The post Episode 66 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce talks about why Republicans shut down the federal government and how the US Supreme Court gave Donald Trump the power to ignore budget laws passed by Congress. The post Episode 65 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce discusses the suspension and reinstatement of Jimmy Kimmel, how we can fight fascism at home, and wonders why Democrats aren’t fighting back. The post Episode 64 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

In this week’s episode Bruce talks about Trump’s takeover of the media, Trump ordering attacks on Venezuelan boats, and Bruce discusses the possibility of a government shutdown. The post Episode 63 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce talks about the MAGA Supreme Court ignoring its own precedent, plus more bad economic news and asks if a recession is looming. The post Episode 62 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce talks about the MAGA Supreme Court ignoring its own precedent, plys more bad economic news and asks if a recession is looming. The post Episode 62 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce talks about guns and the Republican Party, why you should go to protests and another way fascism is getting worse in America. The post Episode 61 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce continues highlighting America’s fall into fascism and why we need to resist it. Plus news on an upset Democratic victory in an Iowa Sate Senate seat. The post Episode 60 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce highlights some bad economic news under Trump’s economy. Plus more on America’s descent into fascism. The post Episode 59 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce highlights some bad economic news under Trump’s economy. Plus more on America’s descent into fascism. The post Episode 59 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week we talk about how America has already fallen into fascism with 12 examples. Bruce then poses the question, “does this sound like a Democracy to you?” The post Episode 58 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

On this week’s show Bruce discusses Republican gerrymandering, how DOGE is costing us billions of dollars and the terrible July jobs report. The post Episode 57 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

On this week’s show Bruce talks about the double standards the media holds Democrats to, bad polling numbers for Trump and wants to know in one sentence, why are you a Democrat? The post Episode 55 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce talks through the economic impacts from the big horrible bill, and then finishes with a discussion of the cuts to public media. The post Episode 55 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week we talk about the Equal Rights Amendment, which is not an official amendment to the US constitution, how the Supreme Court gave Trump another gift and some bad economic news coming our way. The post Episode 54 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce finishes his discussion of the Constitution with the 27th and currently final amendment, then devotes the rest of the show to the big horrible bill. The post Episode 53 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce finishes his overview of the Constitution with the 27th and currently final amendment, then does an extended dive into the horrors of the big ugly bill. The post Episode 53 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce outlines the 26th Amendment as we near the end of his explanation of the Constitution, then dives deeper into Zohran Mamdani’s win in NYC, and finishes up with the ugly bill passing through Congress. The post Episode 52 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

Bruce talks about the 25th Amendment and dives into the Big Horrible Bill on this week’s show. The post Episode 51 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week Bruce highlights the 24th amendment, which abolished and forbids the federal and state governments from imposing taxes on voters during federal elections. Plus this week in Republican fascism and how the Senate version of the big horrible bill is even worse than the House version. The post Episode 50 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.

This week host Bruce Klopfleisch explains the 23rd Amendment, then dives into what is going on with the fascist Republican takeover of Los Angeles. The post Episode 49 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch first appeared on AM 950.