StraightForward Politics: Recent Episodes
Matthew Rios, Krishan Patel, and Giulia Gomes
We explain how American politics works and doesn't work, with an emphasis on democracy issues and the history of American electoral institutions. Take a listen if you've had an urge to understand politics but don't know where to start.
Ever been curious why the Electoral College is even a thing? Let us explain it to you, as we go through the history of the Electoral College and some of the efforts to replace it.
Follow along as we go through some of the important details from President Biden's proposed infrastructure plan.
A quick walkthrough of the House of Representative's main flaw–redistricting and gerrymandering.
Curious about what's happened this past week in Washington D.C.? Take a listen as we go through some updates on the news this week.
The American Rescue Plan has finally passed! Tune in this week as we give an update on the provisions in the bill and explain some of the most important details.
A deep-dive into why the Senate's rules have held up COVID relief and how the filibuster helped to break the Senate.