Bible Study For Progressives With Rich Procida

Liberalism is under attack. The Right wants to "own the Libs," and the Left wants to disown them. Yet individualism is the basis of human and civil rights. The individual is the primary social unit in Liberal thought. In this era of tribalism, recognizing individual rights may be exactly what we need. We are exposed to a great deal of propaganda designed to divide the nation. A focus on individual rights protected by the Constitution can bring us together again. We must rebuild the Liberal middle so we can win elections in the future. Author, Attorney, and Activist Rich Procida will overview the origins of Western Liberalism and the importance of defending the Constitution and Liberal democracy. He will rely on historian and political philosopher Larry Seidentop's book "Inventing the Individual: The Origins of Western Liberalism." While Marxist scholars, like Angela Davis, describe individualism as "insidious," without the individual, we have no rights. Join our discussion as we ask whether individual rights

In the episode, we hear mostly positive views about CRT. 

In this episode, Toastmaster LeQuesa Agnew tells us what is and is not critical race theory. But first, we hear briefly from Ambassador Maria Yankovich. Near the end, we hear comments from Rich Procida. 

What is the debate over Critical Race Theory really about? In the first eight minutes, Rich Procida critically examines bad propaganda often associated with Anti-racism. Debbie Sue addresses her concerns about Critical Race Theory. A listener then argues for Critical Race Theory and Anti-Racist teachings. 

Do you feel moved to help bring down the temperature of politics in our country? Here’s your chance! Please join us for an introduction to Braver Angels. Braver Angels is about depolarizing American politics with grassroots organizing. The foundation of all of our activities is patriotic empathy: the idea that our love for our country is shown by our concern for our fellow citizens. Our approach is guided by the Braver Angels Approach: As individuals, we try to understand the other side’s point of view, even if we don’t agree with it. In our communities, we engage those we disagree with, looking for common ground and ways to work together. In politics, we support principles that bring us together rather than divide us. Local Braver Angels leaders Mary Thomas-Vallens and Susan Rico will present the BA mission, approach, workshop offerings/events, and how to get involved. Mary will also conduct a brief workshop exercise for those who wish to participate. This will be one example of what you can expect at a Brav

The show addresses threats to democracy locally and in statehouses, nationally, and around the world. It includes the final part of our discussion with Stephanie Vallejo of the Friendly Hills Neighborhood Organization and Whittier Term Limits. 

This is part two of our discussion with local community activist Stephanie Vallejo of the Friendly Hills Neighborhood Organization tells us why she thinks term limits for City Council Members are part of the solution. 

Democracy is under attack in the United States and around the world. In America, the struggle for democracy has moved to the States. Laws making it more difficult to vote and allowing partisan officials to overturn election results have been proposed in statehouses across the nation. These types of voter suppression are not limited to state governments. Local governments also seek to suppress the vote in order to hold onto power. In my hometown of Whittier, California, City Council members chose the time and processes of elections for the city office so that fewer citizens vote. This allows them to control the outcome of the election. Stephanie Vallejo is the leader of the Friendly Hills Neighborhood Organization, a group advocating for term limits for the Whittier City Council. She accuses Council Members of unethical behavior and says that the city government lacks transparency. Stephanie alleges that some city leaders are not following Fair Political Practices Commission regulations regarding political rec

This is part three in a series on lessons Democrats should take from the 2022 midterm elections. After hearing both Dom Jones (Part 1) and Rich Procida (Part 2), meeting guests offer their views. 

Author and attorney Rich Procida offers five lessons Democrats must learn from the 2022 midterm elections. He lays the foundation for his discussion by defining terms like "propaganda" and describes its influence on us. Then he warns us of what he calls the "five propaganda pitfalls" we must avoid. It's a tough presentation that some people may not want to hear because it points out problematic propaganda currently being disseminated to the Left. #Democrat #Propaganda #2022Election

Dom Jones is a minister and the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of DemocraShe, an organization that helps young women run for office. She discusses her lessons for Democrats from the 2022 elections.

We continue our discussion with Dom Jones. 

Dom Jones is a Community Leader, Business Owner, TV Personality, and Co-Founder & CCO (Chief Creative Officer) of DemocraShe. Dom also serves with Planned Parenthood on the Electoral and Advocacy Committees helping young women run for office. As an African American minister who worked with special needs youth, Dom understands the needs of all members of society, especially those in disenfranchised circumstances. She works to bring unity and love for our neighbors to free our nation from division and strife. She will speak about the history of voting rights and the importance of voting in America. Dom Jones is CEO and owner in Huntington Beach, CA of a Premier Indoor Cycling Studio, Propel Cycle Inc. She can be seen on Season 34 of The Amazing Race on CBS.

This is part two of our Halloween Special, "Will Putin Use Nukes in Ukraine? A Tarot Reading.' In part one we asked whether Putin will use a dirty bomb that spreads radioactive material across a large area. In this episode, we ask who will win the war. As I said before, this is a serious issue and I take my tarot readings very seriously. My readings have proven reliable, and I offer commentary and analysis as well. This is definitely NOT for entertainment purposes only.

Will Putin use nuclear weapons in Ukraine? Or is he bluffing? Even more important, what should we do? This is part one of a two-part Halloween Special.   This is a serious and important question. I practice divination, the art of divining the future. Doing this Tarot reading allows me to give commentary while practicing tarot and developing my abilities. The cards can provide us with insight and even hope. My tarot readings and commentary about current events have proven reliable.   In part one, we ask whether Putin will use a dirty bomb in Ukraine. A dirty bomb spreads radiation over a large area. Russia alleged that Ukraine would use a dirty bomb on its territory. This is a veiled threat that Russia could use a dirty bomb. #ukrainesupport #putin #democracy

This is the second half of the discussion we had on The Supreme Court and the Separation of Powers. In this episode, Dom Jones and Rich Procida address the impossibility of separating personal religious beliefs from the values and beliefs we take into the polling booth. The other question is what to do about the current Court. 

Have our public schools failed to teach American history? Are books being banned at schools across the nation? Is Critical Race Theory being taught in public high schools? Teacher, School Board President, and Candidate for Huntington Beach City Council, Gina Clayton-Tarvin answers these questions and more. Gina Clayton-Tarvin has been valiantly dealing with these important issues firsthand as a Trustee on the Ocean View School District Governing Board of Education and as a member of the Executive Board of the ABC Federation of Teachers. She has spent 25 years as a classroom teacher, union leader, and elected school board trustee. She is currently a candidate for the Huntington Beach City Council. This is part two of our series on teaching American History in our public schools.

Thomas Jefferson famously declared, “A properly functioning democracy depends upon an informed electorate.” Franklin D. Roosevelt said, "the real safeguard of democracy is education." Our education system is essential to maintaining democracy. America’s faith in democracy begins at a young age. Elementary school children learn that Americans value individual rights, freedom, and democracy. It should be no surprise that anti-democratic forces are targeting our children, too. How can we protect our school children, and educate them regarding the true realities many Americans have faced historically and continue to undergo? Are Republicans banning books and criminalizing the teaching of American history? Are Liberals indoctrinating our children? These accusations have caused heated conflicts at school board meetings. Gina Clayton-Tarvin has been valiantly dealing with these important issues firsthand as a Trustee on the Ocean View School District Governing Board of Education and as a member of the Executive B

We have a neonatal physician and religious scholar and others talk about abortion and religion. Afterward, we hear Mansur Gidfar, Communications Director at RepresentUS, tell us about corruption in America. 

Rich Procida and his guests examine the sacredness of life and the role of personal religious beliefs and values in politics. Scripture teaches us to treat women and girls with mercy and dignity. In the Bible, the commandment "do not kill" didn't apply to the unborn under the Law. Life is sacred but so is our liberty. The Constitution protects life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Forcing women and children to bear children in all cases may not be the answer. Women will die if their right to decide whether or not to have a child is taken from them. There is and always has been a balance between protecting life and liberty. One cannot have justice, without mercy, without consideration of the circumstances and position of the accused. We must protect the vulnerable among us, including women and girls.