Episode 866: Arnie Arnesen Attitude December 4 2025

Part 1:Leonard S. Hyman and Bill Tilles talk to us about rising electricity costs in the US.We discuss why costs are rising, and the effects of increased costs to come: most generating plants are old and must be upgraded. There is certain to be more demand. We discuss how the price of natural gas is the 'price setter' for fuels.Part 2:We talk with Amy LIttlefield. We discuss how the anti-abortion forces have, over time, killed the right to abortion. We note that the first to be attacked on this issue was poor women, and now this right has been abrogated for all American women.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: ""That's how every empire falls." John Pine, 2015

This is a panel discussion. The members of the panel are: Chris Lehmann, David Levinthal, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen PimpareThe topics:- Pete Hegseth's posturing, less safety for Americans- Constitutional safeguards are gone- talk of impeachment for Trump- the chances of a free and fair election in 2026- advice:-- do not vote alone-- do not obey in advance- the actual weakness of the Republican partyWNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: John Pine, "That's how every empire falls," 2015

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Quorum Report in Texas.We discuss the Texas primary elections and the high turnout of voters. We discuss not only the Senate, US House candidates, but also the local candidates in Texas.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Tim Noah, staff writer for The New Republic..We discuss the subpoenas issued to Bondi, Noem, and others. The Labor Secretary's husband, who has been barred from entering the building because of sexual harassment issues was also discussed.We also discuss the likely future of any regime in Iran.  WNHNFM.ORGMusic: John Pine, "That's how every empire falls," 2015

Part 1:We talk with Mikey Weinstein, founder of the Military Religious Freedom Foundation.We discuss how Trump and Hegseth are portraying the Iran war as a kind of "holy war" meant to bring on the coming of Jesus, and thus, the Apocalypse. This infringes on the rights of service members and their religious freedom. The MRFF exists to defend the religious freedoms of ALL service members, despite the efforts of the christo-fascists.see https://www.militaryreligiousfreedom.orgPart 2:We talk with Mike Doyle, long time activist and Chair of the Harris County Democratic Party.We discuss the primary in Texas, with both Democratic and Republican candidates. Voter turnout is heavier than in past year in Harris County. There is some confusion, because of the recent off-year redistricting in Texas. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: John Pine, "That's how every empire falls," 2015

Part 1:We talk with Misagh Parsa, Political Science Professor, (ret) Dartmouth College.We discuss the recent (50 yrs.) history of Iran, and how the western countries, primarily the US and Britain, have acted, and what has played out as a result of Iranians' desire for self-determination and economic justice. We also discuss Israel's role in the developments of Iran.Part 2:We talk with Mark Joseph Stern, writer for Slate.We discuss the latest calls for the impeachment of Trump, given his unconstitutional wars of aggression, and his ignoring court orders. Congress has abdicated its responsibilities.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: John Pine, "That's how every empire falls." 2015

Part 1:We talk with Bill Curry, former Counsel to the President, twice a nominee for Governor, Connecticut.We discuss the attacks on Iran, with many shifting explanations. We also discuss Netanyahu's role and Israel's attacks on other mideastern countries. No plan for the war, no plan for after the war. Congress's war powers appear atrophied. Another likely quagmire for the US.Part 2:We talk with Claire Kelloway, a Food Program Manager for FoodandPower.net.We discuss the problem of food affordability for many in the US. A proposed solution is to expand the the concept of commissaries, as they are operating within the Armed Forces network. Bulk buying can reduce the costs for everyone. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls."  John Pine

This is a panel discussion.The panelists are: Lawrence Hamm, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Jamie RowenTopics:--The brain drain occurring in the US because of Trump policies. This will affect science and tech in the US in future.--The US appears to be preparing for war with Iran, and will likely be using Israel to start the war.--The deafening silence of Congress.--The death of Jesse Jackson, and the lack of respect shown by the administration, in contrast to the orgy of 'mourning' for Charlie Kirk.Part 2:--We discuss what kind of voter mobilization strategy Democrats should be using for 2026 WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: John Pine, "That's how empires fall."

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg ,publisher of the Quorum Report, the oldest political newsletter in TX.We discuss the early primaries in Texas now ongoing. We discuss the status of Republican primary candidates, and the Democratic primary candidates. Texans do no have to declare prior to actual voting which party they participate in. We also discuss the role of the governor, Greg Abbott, in the primaries, even though he is not on the ballot himself. Part 2: We talk with Bill Curry and Harold Meyerson. Bill Curry was a Connecticut state senator, comptroller and two time Democratic nominee for governor who served as Counselor to the President in the Clinton White House. He has written for Salon, the Daily Beast, the Huffington Post and the Hartford Courant and has provided commentary on National Public Radio, MSNBC and many other news outlets. Harold Meyerson is editor at large of The American Prospect.We discuss the State of the Union speech and the poor performance of Democrats who did not take the opportunity to challenge Trump's lies and fabrications. To be so passive in the face of obvious mendacity is a poor showing. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls. "John Pine,   2015

We talk with Naomi Bethune, who writes in The American Prospect.We discuss how the current administration is ensuring that the actions against minorities. and erasing history, in effect erasing the contributions of minorities.Part 2:We talk with Jeet Heer.We discuss the actions and INACTIONS of the Democrats during the State of the Union speech.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "Let the sunshine in."

Part 1:We talk with Andrea Bastiani Archibald and Josh Ackley about the Girl Scouts.The Girl Scout organization years ago decided to be inclusive, and accept all girls who applied. This includes transgender girls. We discuss how the organization, which consists of independent councils across the country, went about this.Part 2:We talk with Ana Santos Putschman, a Professor of Law at Villanova University. We discuss how the MRNA vaccines are being treated by the government, solely on the basis of how RFK Jr.'s opinion, rather than science. This has consequences for us all, since it makes it more difficult to be vaccinated.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: John Pine, "That's how every empire falls,"  2015