The Resistance Report with Robert Reich

Let's talk about how Donald Trump is lowering the bar for any and all social norms to which we expect presidents to adhere, using the administration's recent budget proposal as an example. Then your questions. --- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (https://inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

We discuss obstruction of justice in the current administration, and focus on the dangers of complacency within the resistance to the appointment of Mueller. Plus your questions. --- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (https://inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

We discuss the moral calamity of the House of Representatives' Republicans decision to repeal the Affordable Care Act and replace it with basically nothing, on the basis of no knowledge, no report, no studies, and no Congressional Budget Office assessment. This will financially reward the wealthy and healthy at the expense of hurting poor people and sick people. It is a step backwards morally and politically. I also talk about what we can do about it. There is still time and necessity for action. --- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (https://inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

We begin by examining the results of 100 days of Resistance to Trump, and then consider the upcoming vote on TrumpCare and its potential consequences for its supporters. Finally, we explore what Trump's governing philosophy truly is and how it informs his decision-making. Then, your questions. --- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (https://inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

I talk about chaos the White House and among Republicans in Congress, who are still trying to repeal and sort of replace the Affordable Care Act. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is drumming up support for a government shutdown in September, forgetting that, on top of neglecting the nation, the party that shuts down the government tends to lose popular support. More on Trump’s lack of appreciation for US history, and your questions. --- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (https://inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher. Politics

Today I look at possible silver linings ahead, including why Republicans are refusing to go along with Donald Trump, what the resistance is actually achieving and what it has to look forward to, and why those who enable Trump do not have much of a future in power. --- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (https://inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

I walk through Donald Trump's first 100 days as president and cover both what he has failed to deliver on, and the immense harm he has done not just to everyday Americans, but also the presidency itself. Then, I take your questions. This Sunday on ABC's This Week, I'll be debating Ann Coulter. --- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (https://inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

Today we examine Trump's assault on the middle class through his egregious tax plan, and the latest attempt by the GOP to repeal Obamacare. We then discuss the White House's direct assault on the Judiciary Branch, followed by your questions. --- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (https://inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

Today we cover how Donald Trump continues to trample the rule of law, and how that connects to the news about Michael Flynn and the recent pushback from the judiciary branch on the Administration's attempt to financially punish "sanctuary cities." I also walk through the latest on the impact of Trump's corporate tax proposal, and speculate what the future may hold for Donald Trump's political future. Then, your questions. --- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (https://inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

In tonight's very special edition of the Resistance Report, I talk to the founders of Indivisible, Ezra Levin and Leah Greenberg. We discuss what the resistance looks like, how people can stay involved, and why there actually is a lot to feel optimistic about. Learn more about Indivisible at https://www.indivisibleguide.com --- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (https://inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

We get into Donald Trump's legacy beyond his few accomplishments within his first 100 days. I examine what he is doing in international affairs, the morale of government workers, and what Jeff Sessions has been up to. Then, your questions. --- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

When Trump completes his first 100 days on April 29, he will have accomplished almost nothing of what he has promised. I cover his cratering popularity ratings, the looming deadline of a government shutdown, the surging number of ethics complaints, and who stands to benefit from the record-breaking contributions raised in support of his inauguration. Plus we talk about Jeff Session latest comments, and what's behind the latest Republican push for health-care reform. ---- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

Today we begin by talking about Ann Coulter's cancelled talk at Berkeley Campus, the investigation of Devin Nunes by the House Ethics Committee, the demise of Bill O'Reilly, Jon Ossoff's campaign in Georgia, and end with a little bit of supply-side economics. And of course your questions. Resources mentioned in this episode: https://sisterdistrict.com https://www.runforsomething.net ---- The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

I discuss Donald Trump as a manager, covering new revelations about breakdowns in communication between the White House and the Defense Department over military maneuvers around the Korean peninsula, and between the White House and State Department over how Trump should deal with Erdogan. Then, we look at how Ivanka's company is winning Chinese trademark rights while she sits with the Chinese president for dinner at Mar-a-Lago. I also talk about the Trump administration's tax-reform plans on tax day, and why he refuses to release his taxes. ------ The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.

Let's talk about secrecy. We cover Trump withholding information on his tax returns and meetings with corporate leaders. Then, Steve Bannon's influence being edged out by that of Gary Cohn, former president of Goldman Sachs and Trump's chief economic advisor, and whether Cohn's oligarchy is preferable to Bannon's proto-nationalism. Last, some good news about Jon Ossoff's campaign in Georgia's 6th District. ------ The Resistance Report is a production of Inequality Media (inequalitymedia.org), featuring Robert Reich and produced by Yael Bridge. Co-produced by Sasha Leitmann. Edited by Chris Lucas. Music by Nick Deysher.