Thanks Adam and Michael! Excellent content. I agreed with most of what was discussed.
I, too, am still sickened by January 6th and especially now that the rioters have been pardoned and even honored.
I do agree with Michael about current events effecting us physically along with mentally. I am in my second cancer battle and I believe stress that I have buried over my long lifetime, is a big cause of the cancers.
So everyone please listen to Adam, when he says be sure to take breaks and have fun!
You are both heroes and I pray you're feeling the prayers by this Substack at 3pmEST daily 🙏🏻!
be well, cindy. my computer won't let me do caps, I think it has a virus, better that than a human having it. we read you and are with you in spirit. kindred.
Thank you Margaret! This means so much to me! I am happy you don't have a virus and will pray your computer gets cured!! It is so helpful knowing there are so many like you in this fight over evil! Take care!
Each generation of Congress did kick the immigration situation down the road. Enter Trump who wants to campaign on immigration while Congress had done something and SpeakerJohnson wouldn't work with his colleagues.😔
Kindred spirit indeed Cindy is! I have had the privilege of getting to know her. Witnessed her pluck going thru recently radiation with good humor - and joining on w her and others for 3 pm “democracy “ prayers for Adam and Sofia and others. Now Michael W.
Btw there is a new resource just out want to commend: “For Such A Time As This: An Emergency Devotional” by Hanna Reichel. It is about “doing justice to reality and each other” in our day - just as Adam and Michael discussed.
Thank you Roger, Margaret, Kelly, Diane and Lourine! I'm doing well thanks to my faith in God and you all! I just want to give back and I felt inspired after reading Professor Mac in another Substack post. A very brave American hero like Adam and Michael!
I’m beyond impressed by Michael Wood. He is authentic, articulate, passionate and wise. He’s grounded in history. He served our country honorably. Thank you Adam for including Michael in an interview. When I read the written contribution Michael made …which Adam recently posted on this substack…Michael’s words hit the mark for me. I cannot understand how my fellow country men/women sold their soul to elect a liar, a felon, heartless self-centered individual. The “power” elected officials perceive to have twisted the service to country intended for elected officials to how can “I” (elected person)be considered self-important. While I won’t generalize to “all,” I think political office draws the wrong people into the quest for power rather than service to elevate freedom democracy law, and constitution. Hopeful for an awakening!
161 years ago Abraham Lincoln spoke of the brave soldiers who fought to preserve the Union: "that these dead shall not have died in vain—that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom—and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth." Many more soldiers and others have fought and died since then for this ideal. We can't let it slip away now. Why aren't more people mad as hell?
I was a small part in the non violent resistance to Nationalist Apartheid South Africa. It takes leadership, grassroots organisation and a manifesto (the basis for a constitution in the case of South Africa). The courts and a free press held the line and the government although corrupt, was not an oligarch construction. The majority of the people could not vote - so the parliament (ie congress) was irrelevant to the struggle. There are elements here that are recognizable to me - but a lot that isn't ....
OK, that was interesting and a lot to take in...I wish I could express my views (which very much align with yours) as well and be better equipped to be a more vocal part of the MAGA opposition. What I am bothered by is one of the last things you and Michael covered and that is the need to send "good people to Congress". I think a lot of people think they are voting for a good person...and they might be, but how are we to be sure? And what about the person who has the best intentions at the start and then lets the power corrupt and change them. All I know is that we need more people like you, like Michael, Liz Cheney, Pete Buttigieg, Al Franken, and while I'm throwing names around...John McCain...on the inside fighting for us. I know that's impossible for the last name I included. But you get my point. Thanks to both of you for your courage and putting your passion into action. I am with you.
Ranked-choice voting could at least ensure that more moderate candidates are sent to congress. It’s NOT complicated, despite what its opponents say. Also, many states do not allow Independents to run in their primaries. That has to change!
I needed this so much. After Trump's hoax comment following the Epstein survivors press conference, I hit a major depression. All I want to is run away and damn Costa Rica looks good. But this podcast is why I am still here. We are all needed to save our nation. And I want my descendants to know I remained on the right side of history.
I hope y'all can find your way to a nearby No Kings rally on October 18th. You'll find like-minded people (or bring some!) and I can just about guarantee it will be an uplifting, energizing and maybe even fun event! I'm going as an outrageously stylish Old Hippie and I hope to take an effigy of Stephen Miller and a fly swatter so that anyone who wants to can spank that tantrumy noxious brat.
I agree, Kat. Yet, unfortunately, too often, during COVID, I heard the claim that one's "freedom" was being denied because, in some areas, there was a requirement to wear a mask. I was left wondering if next the same claim will one's freedom is being denied because one is required to stop at a stop sign.
I understand what you’re saying. I heard that during COVID too. I didn’t fully understand that stance. Because in essence one is protecting oneself and all other Americans from a deadly pathogen. Being an individual and having freedoms doesn’t mean you should put others lives in possible danger, if you can do something to avoid it. Thants my take on that.
In the conversation with Adam today Michael brought up a hypothetical: he said if people were offered a lifetime of free Netflix in exchange for their First Amendment rights he thought most people would take it. I haven't gotten that out of my head! If he is right then there is a gaping hole in the education people are receiving: and things are even more dire than I thought. How do we address or rectify this lack of interest in and lack of regard for our democracy. I am so upset. How many sacrificed so much for our freedoms enshrined in our Bill of Rights and Constitution! We must not take what we have preserved so far for granted; we must think about it, support it, advocate for it everyday. We must help those who "don't get it" to wake up. We have benefited from the kind of freedom and hopefulness that others can only dream about. Thank you both for this video discussion.
I had the same reaction to First Amendment v. Lifetime Netflix. I agree that education is a big part of the problem. Civics should never have been dropped. But we also need to have a broader positive American experience to instill patriotism and pride. Perhaps there should be a National Service Program for those who do not join the military. It would help to broaden perspective, develop empathy, support national purpose, unity and mission.
Yes! I think a National Service Program is a good idea. Like the military, former Peace Corps, it has all different kinds of people working together and getting to know each other which might not happen otherwise. We become a much stronger country and society with exposure to all our humanity.
Olivia, I think Michael’s hypothetical example about offering Netflix in exchange for the First Amendment rights isn’t so far fetched. There is such a disconnect within our society that is getting worse with too much unregulated technology at our fingertips 24/7 . It’s becoming easier to divide and isolate us to where we choose tribes (or entertainment, gaming, etc.) rather than seeking meaningful connections that allow for conversations, debate, exchange of ideas, and understanding even if we don’t always agree. And isn’t it interesting that Trump and his Administration are meeting with all the Gen-X CEOs of the most important high-tech companies that touch our lives on a daily basis?
You left out one very important thing regarding why do these congress people do what they do in order to stay in Congress…greed. They go in as middle class and become millionaires. For a lot of people it’s a plan to do that no matter what. They are not there because they love American and want better for their constituents. They are there for the $$$.
Saw Tammy Duckworth pleading with the public to respect the Guard because they are being deployed against their will. This is after she went to the Naval Base north of Chicago to speak with the Naval officers who were respectful she saw the office building ICE is being staged. They took off and refused to interact. Listening to you both speak, I have tears in my eyes.
I too have not gotten over Jan 6th and doubt I ever will. Yet, I find I'm more upset about it now that I was then. The reason is, when it happened, I naively thought we'll be able to put our differences aside and come together, and with one voice, condemn the attack and the violence. How wrong I was. this frightens me even more that the attack frightened me.
Thanks Adam and Michael! Excellent content. I agreed with most of what was discussed.
I, too, am still sickened by January 6th and especially now that the rioters have been pardoned and even honored.
I do agree with Michael about current events effecting us physically along with mentally. I am in my second cancer battle and I believe stress that I have buried over my long lifetime, is a big cause of the cancers.
So everyone please listen to Adam, when he says be sure to take breaks and have fun!
You are both heroes and I pray you're feeling the prayers by this Substack at 3pmEST daily 🙏🏻!
be well, cindy. my computer won't let me do caps, I think it has a virus, better that than a human having it. we read you and are with you in spirit. kindred.
Thank you Margaret! This means so much to me! I am happy you don't have a virus and will pray your computer gets cured!! It is so helpful knowing there are so many like you in this fight over evil! Take care!
So sorry to hear. Wishing you well!
And I am saying a prayer for you.
Best of luck to you, Cindy
Each generation of Congress did kick the immigration situation down the road. Enter Trump who wants to campaign on immigration while Congress had done something and SpeakerJohnson wouldn't work with his colleagues.😔
Kindred spirit indeed Cindy is! I have had the privilege of getting to know her. Witnessed her pluck going thru recently radiation with good humor - and joining on w her and others for 3 pm “democracy “ prayers for Adam and Sofia and others. Now Michael W.
Btw there is a new resource just out want to commend: “For Such A Time As This: An Emergency Devotional” by Hanna Reichel. It is about “doing justice to reality and each other” in our day - just as Adam and Michael discussed.
Thank you Roger, Margaret, Kelly, Diane and Lourine! I'm doing well thanks to my faith in God and you all! I just want to give back and I felt inspired after reading Professor Mac in another Substack post. A very brave American hero like Adam and Michael!
Trump is clearly and obviously demented.
I’m beyond impressed by Michael Wood. He is authentic, articulate, passionate and wise. He’s grounded in history. He served our country honorably. Thank you Adam for including Michael in an interview. When I read the written contribution Michael made …which Adam recently posted on this substack…Michael’s words hit the mark for me. I cannot understand how my fellow country men/women sold their soul to elect a liar, a felon, heartless self-centered individual. The “power” elected officials perceive to have twisted the service to country intended for elected officials to how can “I” (elected person)be considered self-important. While I won’t generalize to “all,” I think political office draws the wrong people into the quest for power rather than service to elevate freedom democracy law, and constitution. Hopeful for an awakening!
161 years ago Abraham Lincoln spoke of the brave soldiers who fought to preserve the Union: "that these dead shall not have died in vain—that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom—and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth." Many more soldiers and others have fought and died since then for this ideal. We can't let it slip away now. Why aren't more people mad as hell?
Thanks Michael Wood for reminding me/us that it’s a small group who always make a difference.
Trump knows if he gets rid of RFK, he will lose his ant-vaxer and anti-abortion community....
I was a small part in the non violent resistance to Nationalist Apartheid South Africa. It takes leadership, grassroots organisation and a manifesto (the basis for a constitution in the case of South Africa). The courts and a free press held the line and the government although corrupt, was not an oligarch construction. The majority of the people could not vote - so the parliament (ie congress) was irrelevant to the struggle. There are elements here that are recognizable to me - but a lot that isn't ....
OK, that was interesting and a lot to take in...I wish I could express my views (which very much align with yours) as well and be better equipped to be a more vocal part of the MAGA opposition. What I am bothered by is one of the last things you and Michael covered and that is the need to send "good people to Congress". I think a lot of people think they are voting for a good person...and they might be, but how are we to be sure? And what about the person who has the best intentions at the start and then lets the power corrupt and change them. All I know is that we need more people like you, like Michael, Liz Cheney, Pete Buttigieg, Al Franken, and while I'm throwing names around...John McCain...on the inside fighting for us. I know that's impossible for the last name I included. But you get my point. Thanks to both of you for your courage and putting your passion into action. I am with you.
Ranked-choice voting could at least ensure that more moderate candidates are sent to congress. It’s NOT complicated, despite what its opponents say. Also, many states do not allow Independents to run in their primaries. That has to change!
https://time.com/5718941/ranked-choice-voting/
I needed this so much. After Trump's hoax comment following the Epstein survivors press conference, I hit a major depression. All I want to is run away and damn Costa Rica looks good. But this podcast is why I am still here. We are all needed to save our nation. And I want my descendants to know I remained on the right side of history.
Thank you. 🙏
I hope y'all can find your way to a nearby No Kings rally on October 18th. You'll find like-minded people (or bring some!) and I can just about guarantee it will be an uplifting, energizing and maybe even fun event! I'm going as an outrageously stylish Old Hippie and I hope to take an effigy of Stephen Miller and a fly swatter so that anyone who wants to can spank that tantrumy noxious brat.
Get your groove on, baby!
Kristine it is already on my calendar. I have attended all but one protest this year and yes, they are so empowering. Bless you Darlin’
Me too!
That’s what I thought. The mission of America is Freedom.
I agree, Kat. Yet, unfortunately, too often, during COVID, I heard the claim that one's "freedom" was being denied because, in some areas, there was a requirement to wear a mask. I was left wondering if next the same claim will one's freedom is being denied because one is required to stop at a stop sign.
I understand what you’re saying. I heard that during COVID too. I didn’t fully understand that stance. Because in essence one is protecting oneself and all other Americans from a deadly pathogen. Being an individual and having freedoms doesn’t mean you should put others lives in possible danger, if you can do something to avoid it. Thants my take on that.
Exactly!
In the conversation with Adam today Michael brought up a hypothetical: he said if people were offered a lifetime of free Netflix in exchange for their First Amendment rights he thought most people would take it. I haven't gotten that out of my head! If he is right then there is a gaping hole in the education people are receiving: and things are even more dire than I thought. How do we address or rectify this lack of interest in and lack of regard for our democracy. I am so upset. How many sacrificed so much for our freedoms enshrined in our Bill of Rights and Constitution! We must not take what we have preserved so far for granted; we must think about it, support it, advocate for it everyday. We must help those who "don't get it" to wake up. We have benefited from the kind of freedom and hopefulness that others can only dream about. Thank you both for this video discussion.
I had the same reaction to First Amendment v. Lifetime Netflix. I agree that education is a big part of the problem. Civics should never have been dropped. But we also need to have a broader positive American experience to instill patriotism and pride. Perhaps there should be a National Service Program for those who do not join the military. It would help to broaden perspective, develop empathy, support national purpose, unity and mission.
Yes! I think a National Service Program is a good idea. Like the military, former Peace Corps, it has all different kinds of people working together and getting to know each other which might not happen otherwise. We become a much stronger country and society with exposure to all our humanity.
Olivia, I think Michael’s hypothetical example about offering Netflix in exchange for the First Amendment rights isn’t so far fetched. There is such a disconnect within our society that is getting worse with too much unregulated technology at our fingertips 24/7 . It’s becoming easier to divide and isolate us to where we choose tribes (or entertainment, gaming, etc.) rather than seeking meaningful connections that allow for conversations, debate, exchange of ideas, and understanding even if we don’t always agree. And isn’t it interesting that Trump and his Administration are meeting with all the Gen-X CEOs of the most important high-tech companies that touch our lives on a daily basis?
Great interview Adam. I see why you like Micheal Wood. Two of the most Patriot people I’ve heard lately. Thank you so much!
You left out one very important thing regarding why do these congress people do what they do in order to stay in Congress…greed. They go in as middle class and become millionaires. For a lot of people it’s a plan to do that no matter what. They are not there because they love American and want better for their constituents. They are there for the $$$.
Saw Tammy Duckworth pleading with the public to respect the Guard because they are being deployed against their will. This is after she went to the Naval Base north of Chicago to speak with the Naval officers who were respectful she saw the office building ICE is being staged. They took off and refused to interact. Listening to you both speak, I have tears in my eyes.
Michael Wood, than you for articulating what so many of us are feeling right now. (I will NEVER get over January 6.)
I too have not gotten over Jan 6th and doubt I ever will. Yet, I find I'm more upset about it now that I was then. The reason is, when it happened, I naively thought we'll be able to put our differences aside and come together, and with one voice, condemn the attack and the violence. How wrong I was. this frightens me even more that the attack frightened me.
That was the word and thought that came to my mind as well. Freedom, also, I have to add Liberty.