This interview was great! And a great way to start off 2025! I think I do want to see more conversation surrounding the election that is more than "dems lost because of the economy". I just don't think everything has to do with money 100% of the time. If it was just about money, then we wouldn't be having more conversations from Trumps camp about how they can't fix everything right now (the price of eggs convo). But I understand where Rep. Khanna is coming from when he was talking about making money is in the DNA of America, and that it's not all a bad thing. Got me thinking a lot!
You know what, that’s a good question. I think my reaction was the general sense of meanness in general. But that really isn’t among people who are opposing Trump at this point, I don’t think, at least no one I listen to regularly. Another thing that comes to mind is people who tried to oppose Trump in the beginning, and probably beat up on Bill Clinton earlier. However, quickly abandoned all ideas of morality in favor of this “power” the end justifies the means nonsense.
I wish that any time we as a nation discuss immigration and why people put their lives on the line to come here is because life in their homelands have become untenable. Also, the fact that the US never wants to address the decades of interference in destabilizing Latin America and the Caribbean and then get big mad when these people want to come here for a shot at life knowing they are going to be discriminated and abused for cheap labor. Also, when they blame immigrants for bringing drugs into the US, it’s because we are the primary consumers. So between the illegal drugs and big pharma pushing opioids, going after the undocumented population is low hanging fruit. Because the US has an accountability problem and rather hide our history instead of learning from it.
The Big Thirst is my favorite book from the old PP book club. It is one of the few books that I want to read again and refer back to. Which means it is one of the few books that I can't find in my house. :-( I recommend it to PP listeners. Although it is about water crises, it is actually quite optimistic.
A couple of times I thought “Oh the Dem leadership won’t like that.” But also, maybe that’s a good thing. What I’m really looking for are people who are serious about working hard and finding solutions. That means compromise. I’m ok with that.
I loved that he called out the need for elected officials to get out and speak to their constituents, that citizens need to engage with the process. I’m inspired now to take a tour of my state capitol!
Ive not heard much about Ro Khanna but found this to be a refreshing conversation with much to think about . The lead in about Steve Bannon almost scared me off but I am glad I stayed and listened . Thank you !
No more online meetings!!! I'm with you, Beth;
This interview was great! And a great way to start off 2025! I think I do want to see more conversation surrounding the election that is more than "dems lost because of the economy". I just don't think everything has to do with money 100% of the time. If it was just about money, then we wouldn't be having more conversations from Trumps camp about how they can't fix everything right now (the price of eggs convo). But I understand where Rep. Khanna is coming from when he was talking about making money is in the DNA of America, and that it's not all a bad thing. Got me thinking a lot!
When he said “people oppose [Trump] on policy but mimic him in style.” I sighed audibly with Sarah. It’s such a race to the bottom. 😔
Can you give me an example of this? No one springs to mind for me, really, but I'm probably just being dense.
You know what, that’s a good question. I think my reaction was the general sense of meanness in general. But that really isn’t among people who are opposing Trump at this point, I don’t think, at least no one I listen to regularly. Another thing that comes to mind is people who tried to oppose Trump in the beginning, and probably beat up on Bill Clinton earlier. However, quickly abandoned all ideas of morality in favor of this “power” the end justifies the means nonsense.
I wish that any time we as a nation discuss immigration and why people put their lives on the line to come here is because life in their homelands have become untenable. Also, the fact that the US never wants to address the decades of interference in destabilizing Latin America and the Caribbean and then get big mad when these people want to come here for a shot at life knowing they are going to be discriminated and abused for cheap labor. Also, when they blame immigrants for bringing drugs into the US, it’s because we are the primary consumers. So between the illegal drugs and big pharma pushing opioids, going after the undocumented population is low hanging fruit. Because the US has an accountability problem and rather hide our history instead of learning from it.
The Big Thirst is my favorite book from the old PP book club. It is one of the few books that I want to read again and refer back to. Which means it is one of the few books that I can't find in my house. :-( I recommend it to PP listeners. Although it is about water crises, it is actually quite optimistic.
Yes, love that book! I weirdly end up talking to people about the intersection of girls + school + water in India frequently!
A couple of times I thought “Oh the Dem leadership won’t like that.” But also, maybe that’s a good thing. What I’m really looking for are people who are serious about working hard and finding solutions. That means compromise. I’m ok with that.
I loved that he called out the need for elected officials to get out and speak to their constituents, that citizens need to engage with the process. I’m inspired now to take a tour of my state capitol!
Ive not heard much about Ro Khanna but found this to be a refreshing conversation with much to think about . The lead in about Steve Bannon almost scared me off but I am glad I stayed and listened . Thank you !
Excellent conversation! Feeling more hopeful ☺️