December 22, 2024

Part One: GM just announced major plant closures in Michigan, Ohio, and Maryland. Thousands of workers will lose their jobs. John Nichols of The Nation speaks with us about his latest piece, “GM’s Plant Closures Confirm The President is a Liar and a Fool.”

Part Two: It’s our weekly visit to the doctor – Doctor Politics, aka Professor Steffen Schmidt of Iowa State U. Topics include: Steffen’s new medal, the panel he moderated, politics in Iowa, the GM closings, US support of the Saudis, human rights, VA breaking their promise to veterans, Pelosi, and more.