296: The Cavalry Isn’t Coming With Senator Slotkin

296: The Cavalry Isn’t Coming With Senator Slotkin

Author: Politicon February 13, 2025 Duration: 1:04:15
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James and Al break down the latest actions and outrages of Trump, DOGE, and his cabinet appointees before welcoming junior U.S. Senator from Michigan, Elissa Slotkin.  They discuss the electoral risks of identity politics, the importance of focusing on the middle class, and how to strengthen our democracy.  Then, Senator Slotkin draws on her combat experience to deconstruct the dangers of Trump’s plan to take over Gaza and how he’s throwing Ukraine under the bus to stand with Putin and explains why she was able to outperform Kamala in her state.

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