The Briefcase: Grief, Laws, and the Unraveling of Donald Trump

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The Briefcase: Grief, Laws, and the Unraveling of Donald Trump

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In this episode, we discuss the aftermath of the Orlando tragedy, Chris Murphy's filibuster, and efforts to enact stricter gun laws. We also discuss how Donald Trump seems to be sabotaging himself. Show Notes: Our Episode on Guns Sarah's Hopelessness Filibuster Trump Boosted, Clinton Hurt By Coverage

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Jun 17, 2016

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For anyone discouraged by our current political discourse, Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers bring a nuanced and grace-filled perspective to discussions about politics and news.

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