Restoring Social Trust in Democracy

Robby Mook on the 2024 Election

Former presidential campaign manager Robby Mook talks about the latest polling and the candidates' closing arguments in the 2024 election.

5 Ways Donald Trump’s Plans Are Even More Extreme Than Project 2025

Donald Trump and JD Vance are trying to hide their connections to Project 2025 but are not running away from the playbook’s far-right policies. In fact, some of their proposals and statements are even more extreme than those advanced in Project 2025.

Democracy Now—Theocracy Never

Violent Christian nationalism is on the rise, and faith leaders can help stop it.

Simon Rosenberg on the State of the 2024 Race

Political strategist Simon Rosenberg talks about election polls, MAGA extremism, and how candidates are approaching the remaining days of their campaigns.

Laura Rodriguez on Hispanic and Latino Voters

Laura Rodriguez joins the show to talk about the priorities of the Hispanic and Latino community and how the presidential candidates are engaging its voters.

Dr. Gabrielle Goodrick on How Abortion Bans Affect Providers

Dr. Gabrielle Goodrick, a family planning doctor in Arizona, discusses how abortion restrictions affect providers and patients, why lawmakers should champion reproductive rights, and the importance of the Affordable Care Act.

Defining Vice President Kamala Harris’ Record on Emerging Global Technologies

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has shown a strong commitment to boosting domestic investments in key emerging technologies such as semiconductors, quantum computing, and artificial intelligence.

Andrew Miller on the 1-Year Anniversary of October 7

Andrew Miller, a former top State Department official and a current senior fellow at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins "The Tent" to discuss rising tensions in the Middle East.

Jessica Mackler on Abortion and Women Leaders

Jessica Mackler of EMILYs List joins "The Tent" to discuss what abortion as an issue may mean for 2024 elections.

Amanda Becker on the Fight for Abortion Rights

Amanda Becker, Washington correspondent at The 19th, joins the show to discuss her new book.

How Trump and a Project 2025 Lead Author Are Trying To Undermine Checks and Balances Central to U.S. Governance

Republicans have a plan to let the president unilaterally change certain laws and prevent spending for certain programs that the president doesn’t support.

State Rep. James Talarico on Project 2025 and Christian Nationalism

State Rep. James Talarico (D-TX) discusses Christian nationalism and the impact Project 2025 would have on democracy.

Despite Lies Spread by Trump and the NRA, Harris and Walz Do Not Want To Take Everyone’s Guns Away

Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz do not support mandatory gun confiscation and have strong records advocating for constitutional gun safety laws.

Randi Weingarten on Labor Day and Threats to Public Education

Randi Weingarten discusses the significance of Labor Day and how Project 2025 and MAGA extremists are threatening U.S. public schools.

Michael Blake on the Democratic National Convention

Former Democratic National Committee Vice Chair Michael Blake discusses the Democratic National Convention in Chicago and the 2024 presidential race.

Rep. Eric Swalwell on the 2024 Race and MAGA Extremism

U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) talks about the 2024 presidential race, Project 2025, and the dangers of MAGA extremism.

Measuring Political and Policy Conversations on Social Media

These resources provide an overview of the social media landscape across six top social media platforms.

Robert P. Jones on Christian Nationalism and Project 2025

Robert P. Jones joins "The Tent" to discuss the roots of Christian nationalism and Project 2025.

The Racist War On Drugs Has Come For Abortion Care

In an op-ed published in Talking Points Memo, Lindsey McLendon argues that criminalizing abortion medications ban will deepen Louisiana’s existing racial disparities in deadly ways.

From Personnel to Policy: Project 2025 Is President Donald Trump’s Agenda

No matter how many times President Trump says otherwise, Project 2025 is inseparable from his associates and his plan for governance.

Mike Podhorzer on the Election and Project 2025

Mike Podhorzer discusses the presidential race and Project 2025.

CAP Action at the 2024 Democratic National Convention

Jodi Enda on Abortion and the 2024 Election

This week on “The Tent,” journalist Jodi Enda joins for a discussion on abortion rights as the 2024 presidential election nears.

Former Sen. Doug Jones on Turning Down the Political Temperature

Doug Jones discusses the shooting at a rally for former President Donald Trump and lowering the political temperature.

Thomas Zimmer on Project 2025

Historian Thomas Zimmer discusses the radical authoritarian playbook called Project 2025.

Chris Geidner on the Supreme Court

Chris Geidner discusses recent and upcoming Supreme Court decisions and their impact on Americans' freedoms and rights.

Raquel Willis on Juneteenth, Pride, and Collective Liberation

Activist and journalist Raquel Willis discusses intersectional activism and MAGA attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Erin Reed on Pride and the Fight for Transgender Rights

Journalist Erin Reed discusses the importance of Pride Month and the issues motivating LGBTQI+ voters.

Sky Sitney on the Power of Documentary Films

Sky Sitney discusses why documentaries are such an important form of storytelling and what to expect from this year's DC/DOX festival.

COUNTERPOINT: Trump’s Conviction Is an Important Victory for the Rule of Law

Mike Sozan explains the importance of Trump’s recent felony conviction and its potential ramifications for American democracy leading into the 2024 presidential election.

Andy Kroll on MAGA Illiberalism and Project 2025

ProPublica reporter Andy Kroll talks about MAGA extremism in Michigan, Project 2025, and the impact the far right’s agenda could have on U.S. democracy.

Mark Joseph Stern on Trump, the Courts, and Accountability

Mark Joseph Stern discusses former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial, the implications his legal cases have for American democracy, and upcoming U.S. Supreme Court decisions.

Lindsey McLendon on Public Safety in America

Lindsey McLendon, senior fellow for Criminal Justice Reform at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to talk about public safety, including crime trends, drivers, and evidence-based solutions to improve accountability and justice.

Andrea Nix Fine and Sean Fine on ‘The Sixth’ and Remembering the Insurrection

Filmmakers Andrea Nix Fine and Sean Fine join the show to discuss their new documentary, “The Sixth,” and why stories from the January 6, 2021, attack on the nation’s capital must be told.

Deesha Dyer on Undiplomatic and Working in the White House

Deesha Dyer, former White House social secretary, joins the show to discuss her new book and creating opportunities for marginalized Americans.

S. Leo Chiang on ‘Island in Between’ and Taiwan’s Story

Filmmaker S. Leo Chiang joins the show to discuss his Academy Award-nominated short documentary, “Island in Between.”

Imani Gandy on the Fight for Reproductive Rights

Imani Gandy discusses U.S. Supreme Court arguments on medication abortion and attacks on reproductive rights.

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Progressive Leadership

Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan talks about progressive wins in her state and the fight for reproductive rights and gun reforms.

Opinion: Mark Robinson is a threat to public education in North Carolina

Tabitha Arrowood, a single mother of two children, writes about the positive impact of public education on her life, as well as the threats to public education that she perceives from Mark Robinson, the state’s lieutenant governor.

Dan Pfeiffer on the 2024 Election

Dan Pfeiffer discusses the State of the Union address and the upcoming elections.

Karen Finney on the State of the Union

Political consultant Karen Finney joins to discuss Super Tuesday and the State of the Union address.

Devon Gray on Fighting Poverty

Devon Gray, president of End Poverty in California, joins to discuss the fight against poverty.

Max Bergmann on the War in Ukraine

This week on “The Tent,” Max Bergmann joins to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Select Committee Democrats: A Smart and Confident U.S.-China Policy

Please join the Center for American Progress Action Fund for a discussion on how Democratic policymakers are advancing a vision of democracy and stability in the Indo-Pacific that will help the American public.

Rep. Jamie Raskin on Protecting Democracy

U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) joins the show to discuss MAGA extremism, legal accountability for former President Donald Trump, and the need to protect American democracy.

Supreme Court Should Find That Donald Trump Is Disqualified From Holding Future Public Office

In Trump v. Anderson, the U.S. Supreme Court will consider the parameters of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment and determine whether Donald Trump is constitutionally disqualified from holding future public office.

Jennifer Palmieri on the New Hampshire Primaries and 2024

Jennifer Palmieri joins the show to talk about the New Hampshire primaries, the state of the 2024 race, and the issues that will matter on the campaign trail.

Joyce Vance on Accountability for January 6

This week on “The Tent,” Joyce Vance joins to discuss the three-year anniversary of the January 6 insurrection, Donald Trump's legal accountability, and U.S. democracy.

CAP Action’s Mike Sozan on the State of Democracy

This week on “The Tent,” CAP Action’s Mike Sozan joins for a conversation on the need to protect American democracy in 2024 and beyond.

Christina Reynolds of EMILYs List on Abortion and 2024

Christina Reynolds, senior vice president of communications and content at EMILYs List, joins the show to discuss the state of abortion, the U.S. Supreme Court, and the impact that reproductive rights could have in 2024.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett on Fighting Extremism and Inspiring Change

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) joins the show to discuss MAGA extremism, attacks on voting and abortion rights, and the progressive movement.

Megan Shahi on Digital Democracy Threats in 2024

Megan Shahi joins the show to discuss how social media and artificial intelligence could impact the 2024 elections, as well as what tech companies and policymakers can do to combat misinformation.

Rep. Maxwell Frost on Progressive Leadership and Energizing Young Voters

Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-FL) joins the show to discuss MAGA extremism, progressive policymaking, and energizing young voters heading into 2024.

2023 Creator Programming Debrief

Join the Center for American Progress Action Fund for a series of discussions with digital experts from across the progressive movement exploring how political organizations have forged effective partnerships with content creators and how we can adapt to a rapidly changing digital media environment in the years ahead.

CAP Action’s Allison McManus on the Israel-Hamas Conflict

Allison McManus, senior director for National Security and International Policy at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss a new temporary ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.

Rep. Tom Perriello on the 2023 Elections

Former Rep. Tom Perriello (D-VA) joins the show to discuss Tuesday’s elections, what they portend for 2024, and the future of artificial intelligence.

Patrick Gaspard on 20 Years of American Progress

To celebrate American Progress’ 20th anniversary, CAP President and CEO Patrick Gaspard joins the show to discuss the organization's legacy and its lasting impact on all Americans.

Leah Litman on the MAGA Supreme Court

Michigan law professor and “Strict Scrutiny” podcast co-host Leah Litman joins the show to discuss the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court term, the high court’s far-right extremism, and the legal jeopardy former President Donald Trump faces.

Los republicanos sumergen a la Cámara en caos sin fin en vista

En un op-ed en El Tiempo Latino, Gaby Blanco escribe de la amenaza de un cierre del gobierno y cómo los republicanos mas extremistas de la Cámara siguen en su ruta extrema y caótica.

Rep. Andy Levin on the Labor Movement and MAGA Republican Disarray

Former Rep. Andy Levin, a distinguished senior fellow at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss the historic removal of Rep. Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the House, the policy agenda of the far right, and the labor movement.

CAP Action’s Navin Nayak on the Looming Government Shutdown and MAGA Extremism

Navin Nayak, president and executive director of the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss this week’s Republican presidential debates and the threat of a government shutdown.

Point: Biden Impeachment Inquiry Is a Shameless Attempt at Political Retribution

Tom Moore writes about the House impeachment inquiry into President Biden.

House Republicans in the 118th Congress Are Not Working for You

With MAGA Republicans threatening to shut down the government, it’s worth noting what the House has not been doing: legislating.

New Global Progress Action Survey Reveals Support for Environment and Jobs Agenda

A new poll from Global Progress Action and YouGov reaches respondents in more than 10 countries, revealing international support for employment-generating investment in carbon-free and green technology industries.

Barbara McQuade on Justice and Accountability for January 6

This week on “The Tent,” Barbara McQuade joins to discuss Donald Trump's legal jeopardy and U.S. democracy, and Daniella and Erin chat about the latest on Justice Clarence Thomas.

Maya Wiley on the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington

Maya Wiley, president and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, joins the show.

OMB Director Shalanda Young on Making Government Work for Everyday Americans

Shalanda Young, director of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget, joins the show.

The Tent: Kendra Cotton on Reaching New Voters

New Georgia Project's Kendra Davenport Cotton joins Daniella to discuss the organization's work with marginalized voters, accountability and the 2020 elections, and the fight to protect voting rights.

The MAGA Scorecard: How House Republicans Vote With Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene

The House Republicans’ voting record in the 118th Congress aligns closely with that of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, revealing the hold of MAGA Republicanism on the House Republican Conference.

CAP Action’s Mara Rudman on the War in Ukraine

Colin sits down with Mara Rudman, executive vice president of policy at CAP Action, to discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the war's international impact.

Former Education Secretary John B. King Jr. on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Higher Education

Dr. John B. King Jr. joins the podcast to discuss recent rulings from the U.S. Supreme Court and what the future looks like for American students.

Sen. Debbie Stabenow on Making Government Work

Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) joins Colin to discuss how Michigan is investing in workers, families, and voting rights and the Biden administration's economic agenda.