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100+ midterm campaign ads feature guns – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon looks at the wide promotion of gun culture and gun politics in the campaign ads for the 2022 midterm elections.
Why the Marshall Plan still matters – CNN
CNN senior political analyst John Avlon explains the importance of the Marshall Plan 75 years later.
Hear how Matthew McConaughey reframed the debate on guns – CNN
Actor Matthew McConaughey appealed to Congress for more gun control in the wake of the shooting that killed 19 children and 2 teachers in his hometown of Uvalde, Texas. McConaughey reframes the topic of gun responsibility that details how Americans … Continue reading
This Georgia county is one of many Black communities erased by White mob violence – CNN
As talk of reparations crop up across the country, CNN’s John Avlon talks with historian Geoff K. Ward about the number of Black communities wiped out by mob attacks and how a young Senator Abraham Lincoln had warned the nation … Continue reading
Follow the money: Avlon on how election lies lead to profits for Trump – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon reports on the stark contrast coming to light about what Trump’s inner circle was saying publicly and privately days after the 2020 presidential election, and what the motivations were to mislead the public on election results.
Why the Democrats shouldn’t take the Hispanic vote for granted – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon examines the importance of the Hispanic vote and why Democrats need to pay attention after Republican Maya Flores flipped a long-held Democratic House seat in South Texas.
This former Trump aide is one of dozens warning he is “unfit to be president” – CNN
More than 30 former Trump officials and advisors are speaking out against his leadership and character, yet former President Donald Trump’s supporters seem to ignore the warnings. CNN political commentator Alyssa Farah Griffin, who served as White House Communications Director, … Continue reading
These women say they performed thousands of abortions in Chicago before it was legal – CNN
Heather Booth started an underground abortion network called JANE. In the late 60s through early 70s, the group performed thousands of illegal abortions just before Roe v Wade was decided. On this week’s episode of “Reality Check with John Avlon: … Continue reading
The danger of ‘junk history’ and its presence in the Supreme Court – CNN
John Avlon breaks down the meaning “junk history”, its recent presence in the Supreme Court, and why conversations that refer to history must be rooted in shared facts.
Russia’s ‘fire hose of falsehood’ propaganda – CNN
CNN’s John Avlon looks at Vladimir Putin’s recent gaslighting attempts as part of Russia’s propaganda war against Ukraine.
Avlon says opposition to Iran’s nuclear goals unites West and Middle East – CNN
President Joe Biden is doubling down on America’s commitment to deter Iran’s nuclear capability. CNN’s John Avlon explores how the Obama-era Iran nuclear deal was abandoned and what Biden faces as a result.
How the ‘politics of gamesmanship’ chipped away at China bill – CNN
The Senate is gearing up to take action on a bill to pump billions of dollars into American manufacturing and scientific research, but will lawmakers be able to reach a consensus only days before they head home for their August … Continue reading
Could this year be the year of the third party? – CNN
According to a recent poll, there are more self-identified Independents than Republicans or Democrats. CNN’s John Avlon speaks with candidates on why they chose to run as Independents.
How McCarthy is paying back the GOP leaders that voted for him – CNN
To secure the speakership, Kevin McCarthy granted concessions to the House GOP’s most conservative faction. CNN’s John Avlon explains how this is shaping the party’s agenda.
The surprising history of gun laws in America – CNN
Despite recent mass shootings in California, Buffalo, Uvalde, and Tulsa, Americans are pessimistic that new gun safety laws will pass Congress because of partisan polarization. But even in the mythical gun-loving wild west, sheriffs wouldn’t allow guns into town. David … Continue reading
How new anti-LGBTQ laws echo an infamous conservative activist’s campaign from 1977 – CNN
What critics have dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, signed by Florida governor Ron DeSantis, is reminiscent of the opposition to LGBTQ rights seen in the 1970s. Reality Check’s John Avlon speaks with activist and Oscar-winning screenwriter of Milk, Dustin … Continue reading
How Anti-Government Groups Moved from the Left to the Right – CNN
The history of ?movements against the U.S. government has deep roots on both the left and the right. Rachel Kleinfeld of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace has covered the history of anti-government movements around the world. Kleinfeld joins Reality … Continue reading
The Proud Boys, explained: From Rituals to 1/6 – CNN
The Proud Boys started as a right-wing fight club. Now many of its members have been charged in the January 6th attack on the Capitol. CNN’s Elle Reeve, who has covered the Proud Boys from their earliest days, discusses the … Continue reading
Baptist leader speaks out: ‘Christian nationalism is not Christianity’ – CNN
The United States is seeing the rise of Christian nationalism and how it’s deeply impacting today’s political climate, especially with the far-right. Amanda Tyler, the executive director of the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty and the lead organizer of … Continue reading
Michael Flynn’s testimony a ‘shocking moment,’ journalist says – CNN
Michael Flynn, a retired general and former national security adviser to former President Donald Trump, has emerged as a leader for the far-right movement. The Associated Press’ Michelle Smith joins Reality Check’s John Avlon to discuss how Christian nationalism and … Continue reading