Michael, I of course am delighted that the “Red Wave” failed Fascist loving Republican expectation. As we see in Minnesota now is the time to advance in a logical and direct way to insure that the rights of women to control their own bodies is enshrined in law.
Shifting gears, I along with millions are hoping that the 1/6 Committee recommendations are fully accepted by the DOJ and Garland.
Here too, the calm application of law designed to deal with insurrection and traitors must proceed.
We can not exist as a nation governed by those who hold onto a vision empowered by ginned up resentments, racism, and when that fails the resorting to violent insurrection.
Eliminating gerrymandering is a key objective, for sure. Something else to consider: ranked choice voting. Ranked choice voting allows voters to escape the strict party-line restrictions - both literally in casting ballots in a primary, where a voter MUST vote according his/her party affiliation, and psychologically, where voters can crossover party lines if they find a candidate desirable, who is not in their party, but is appealing without feeling "guilt of party betrayal." This past midterm, here in Alaska, we where able to finally get rid of Sarah Palin - twice - largely as a result of ranked choice voting. When Don Young died, a special election was held to fill his seat and two Republicans ran against a native first nation Democrat (Mary Peltola). Peltola won. And then in the midterm for a 2-year House seat, the same trio ran and Peltola swept the field. The two Republicans, arrogantly refusing to concede to the other, split the GOP vote, confused the state Republicans and attracted the undecided to rank Peltola as their first choice. Voila! - Our first native-born House representative and Palin is (hopefully) politically dead.
Hi Mike! Thank you for today’s episode of Rumble! It was a treat to hear our great state celebrated as one of the midterm election’s triumphs! I’m very proud to live in a state where our top three officials are three powerhouse women (Whitmer, Nessel & Benson)! Keep up the great work, Sir! I’m looking forward to what you have planned for us in 2023!
Love this episode. Inspiring. Love fairness. Honesty. I learned that at home and in school. How did we ever get to the way things are now? Thanks, Michael. Great start to the day.
I may have made a mistake. I just subscribed to Michael Moore's newsletter only to discover that he does not include the full transcript of his newsletter. What a bummer. I do not listen to podcasts. Maybe I am in the wrong crowd.
If you keep extolling the virtues of Canada you are going to get us invaded. This is serious. After the Clintons tried to get health care using Canada as an example the pro privatization forces increased their attack on our, (not perfect), system to a frenzy. Maybe talk about the issues without using us as the nirvana.
What if the pundits and a speculation-based media didn't predict a "red wave?" While there were some local victories for Democrats to be sure, is losing the House to one of the worst political parties in our history a "victory?" Is this just propaganda to make it seem like Democrats are ""winning?" With the loss of so many of our rights, our health care system in crisis, a proxy war with Russia inching towards nuclear confrontation, Biden "funding the police" by promising to add 100,000 to the force, Biden declaring the pandemic is over and removing mask mandates from medical institutions, and his violating the trust of railway workers....who needs Republicans?
I hear your anguish but think it a bit absurd to think that because things aren’t perfect that we cannot celebrate the good that has also manifested as the result of combined hard work.
Let’s move forward determined through everyone’s combined work and vision. to make it better and better.
good podcast. i've been following the michigan reapportionment and was curious how it would turn out. we had a ballot initiative for ranked choice in '24. unfortunately it only allows us to hold another vote in '24 to actually have rank voting and it turns out this initiative was only to see if there was interest in putting it on the ballot. it got, i think close to 60% in favor. to have an initiative. my opinion we should now have ranked choice in '24 but we have to do it again. but of interest also has been ohio trying to ban the initiative so reps. don't have to do what constituents . desire. it is somewhat alarming that you are so right and they (rep party) want to win while being out of bounds.
With the loss of gerrymandering the Republicans last hope to hold on to power is authoritarianism and ironically they need to use the ballot box to achieve that. All hail those that choose to educate the ignorant and convert the superstitious (and call fouls on themselves)--lives well spent in our magnificent journey through time.
Michael, I of course am delighted that the “Red Wave” failed Fascist loving Republican expectation. As we see in Minnesota now is the time to advance in a logical and direct way to insure that the rights of women to control their own bodies is enshrined in law.
Shifting gears, I along with millions are hoping that the 1/6 Committee recommendations are fully accepted by the DOJ and Garland.
Here too, the calm application of law designed to deal with insurrection and traitors must proceed.
We can not exist as a nation governed by those who hold onto a vision empowered by ginned up resentments, racism, and when that fails the resorting to violent insurrection.
As always I thank you for your courageous work!
Eliminating gerrymandering is a key objective, for sure. Something else to consider: ranked choice voting. Ranked choice voting allows voters to escape the strict party-line restrictions - both literally in casting ballots in a primary, where a voter MUST vote according his/her party affiliation, and psychologically, where voters can crossover party lines if they find a candidate desirable, who is not in their party, but is appealing without feeling "guilt of party betrayal." This past midterm, here in Alaska, we where able to finally get rid of Sarah Palin - twice - largely as a result of ranked choice voting. When Don Young died, a special election was held to fill his seat and two Republicans ran against a native first nation Democrat (Mary Peltola). Peltola won. And then in the midterm for a 2-year House seat, the same trio ran and Peltola swept the field. The two Republicans, arrogantly refusing to concede to the other, split the GOP vote, confused the state Republicans and attracted the undecided to rank Peltola as their first choice. Voila! - Our first native-born House representative and Palin is (hopefully) politically dead.
Hi Mike! Thank you for today’s episode of Rumble! It was a treat to hear our great state celebrated as one of the midterm election’s triumphs! I’m very proud to live in a state where our top three officials are three powerhouse women (Whitmer, Nessel & Benson)! Keep up the great work, Sir! I’m looking forward to what you have planned for us in 2023!
Go Big Gretch!!😀
I am so amazed and thankful for the incredible work you all put in to make this happen!
I am left smiling when I see the pictures of the smiling faces of your governor and others and so filled with gratitude to all!
We WILL end Gerrymandering! Christmas blessings and happy, healthy 2023 Michael!
Love this episode. Inspiring. Love fairness. Honesty. I learned that at home and in school. How did we ever get to the way things are now? Thanks, Michael. Great start to the day.
I donated to all 3 women running in Michigan because it was such an important state to win!
It says a lot that Whitmer won, after trump sent his white nationalists to try to kill her & then kidnap her‼️ WE ARE DONE ✅
I may have made a mistake. I just subscribed to Michael Moore's newsletter only to discover that he does not include the full transcript of his newsletter. What a bummer. I do not listen to podcasts. Maybe I am in the wrong crowd.
Great article…love all that you do! Proud to live in TC area with you🥰
If you keep extolling the virtues of Canada you are going to get us invaded. This is serious. After the Clintons tried to get health care using Canada as an example the pro privatization forces increased their attack on our, (not perfect), system to a frenzy. Maybe talk about the issues without using us as the nirvana.
We need to put a state amendment to end gerrymandering in the state of Florida.
DeathSantis had no business gerrymandering our voting districts in favor of the Republicans.
Happy 3rd anniversary Michael! I thoroughly enjoy your podcast and newsletter. We appreciate you! Much love and support❤️!
Congrats on reaching this milestone. You are truly an inspiration and a mensch. Keep on keepin' on, Michael.
What if the pundits and a speculation-based media didn't predict a "red wave?" While there were some local victories for Democrats to be sure, is losing the House to one of the worst political parties in our history a "victory?" Is this just propaganda to make it seem like Democrats are ""winning?" With the loss of so many of our rights, our health care system in crisis, a proxy war with Russia inching towards nuclear confrontation, Biden "funding the police" by promising to add 100,000 to the force, Biden declaring the pandemic is over and removing mask mandates from medical institutions, and his violating the trust of railway workers....who needs Republicans?
I hear your anguish but think it a bit absurd to think that because things aren’t perfect that we cannot celebrate the good that has also manifested as the result of combined hard work.
Let’s move forward determined through everyone’s combined work and vision. to make it better and better.
And we MUST remain involved & encourage younger voters to take the charge--it’s THEIR future!
Thank you Susan!!!
There are no coincidences ☮️❣️
good podcast. i've been following the michigan reapportionment and was curious how it would turn out. we had a ballot initiative for ranked choice in '24. unfortunately it only allows us to hold another vote in '24 to actually have rank voting and it turns out this initiative was only to see if there was interest in putting it on the ballot. it got, i think close to 60% in favor. to have an initiative. my opinion we should now have ranked choice in '24 but we have to do it again. but of interest also has been ohio trying to ban the initiative so reps. don't have to do what constituents . desire. it is somewhat alarming that you are so right and they (rep party) want to win while being out of bounds.
With the loss of gerrymandering the Republicans last hope to hold on to power is authoritarianism and ironically they need to use the ballot box to achieve that. All hail those that choose to educate the ignorant and convert the superstitious (and call fouls on themselves)--lives well spent in our magnificent journey through time.