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12.29.10 U.S. Representative from Virginia’s 5th District Tom Perriello joins Coy to discuss what is next. Congressman Perriello recognizes the chance to reflect on his time in office, and he breaks down the various pieces of legislation passed during his term. Today, the conversation zooms in on the needs of veterans, the public education system, and much more. It’s one last chance to talk with Tom Perriello as a Congressman- and you can hear it here.
12.28.10 Former Chair of the Libertarian Party of Virginia Rick Sincere and Author David Swanson join Coy to recap 2010. Two well known voices in Central Virginia, Swanson and Sincere touch on what they view to be the most significant national political stories from the almost finished year- including the financial state of our country, American military involvement abroad, and the growing sense of “Big Brother” in the United States. Be sure to check out David’s newest book War is a Lie.
12.14.10 Journalist and Author from Slate and Newsweek Dahlia Lithwick joins Coy to discuss the latest on the “individual mandate” portion of the health care reform being ruled unconstitutional. Lithwick talks in extensive detail about what the victory means for the Cuccinelli camp, and she also comments on how long the process of clearing up the legal confusion around this ruling will take.
12.14.10 Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli joins Coy to discuss the setback in Obama’s health care reform plan. On Monday, Federal Judge Henry Hudson ruled that the “individual mandate” portion of the President’s Health Care overhaul unconstitutional. Cuccinelli, obviously excited by the victory, explains why the judge ruled as he did and also speaks on what the decision means for the future of the bill. Get uncommon access to one of the biggest names in Virginia politics right here.
12.7.10 Best-selling author and Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Chris Hedges joins Coy to discuss his new book Death of the Liberal Class. Movements expressing rage, anger, and discontent towards established power have taken center stage, argues Hedges, because today’s government is no longer looking out for the working class. From the creation of the middle class out of the labor movement, to the financial ramifications of World War I and the Espionage Act of 1917, one of the most intelligent, informed guests in the history of the program explains exactly to where and under what circumstances this “liberal class” has dissappeared.
12.6.10 Founder and President of Virginia Tomorrow Bob Holsworth joins Coy to continue their weekly discussion of Virginia Politics. Former Democratic State Senator Criegh Deeds announced today that he will run for re-election despite his defeat in the gubernatorial race last November to Bob McDonnell, and Holsworth isn’t quite sure it’s the right move. Also, Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli had kind words for a recent EPA decision, but will the romance last? President Obama issued a 7 year halt on east-coast off-shore drilling last week, but will complaints from Democratic Senators Webb and Warner have any effect? One of the foremost experts in Virginia politics tackles all of that and much more.
12.2.10 Professor Herman Schwartz from the University of Virginia’s Woodrow Wilson Department of Politics joins Coy discuss a variety of current events. Among the issues addressed in the conversation are the extension of the middle class tax cuts, the fundamentals of unemployment insurance, and a whole lot more. Coy calls this guest “one of the smartest men to ever enter the studio,” and today he lived up to the title. Be sure to check out Schwartz’s most recent book Subprime Nation: American Power, Global Finance and the Housing Bubble.
11.30.10 Journalists and authors Paul Fitzgerald and Elizabeth Gould join Coy to discuss recent political occurances in Afghanistan. Their most recent book which addresses the current state of the Middle East in tremendous detail is Invisible History: Afghanistan’s Untold Story. The conversation begins with the recent “Wikileaks” scandal but goes on to cover a wide range of topics from both the perspective of the White House and that of civilians in these war-torn countries. Their next book will be Crossing Zero: The AfPak War at the Turning Point of American Empire, and is set for release in February 2011.
11.29.10 Charlottesville City Council Member Satyendra Huja joins Coy to address a wide range of local issues. Included in the conversation are the Meadowcreek Parkway debate, the latest water supply plan, and the possibility of a Western Bypass around Charlottesville. Mr. Huja has over 30 years of experience in Central Virginia politics, and he gives his valuable insights on the city’s past, present, and future.
11.29.10 Founder and President of Virginia Tomorrow Bob Holsworth joins Coy to discuss all things Virginia Politics. Included among the current events are the future for Tom Perriello, Bob McDonnell’s political identity, and the balancing act between values and smart economics. Get up to speed with state issues, and here the expert opinions here.
11.15.10 Best-selling non-fiction author David Swanson talks with Coy about his upcoming book War is a Lie. The coversation covers a range of topics including the history of war in America, the alleged lies of the Bush Presidency, and what President Obama needs to do to handle today’s ongoing wars. Swanson’s book will be available Monday, November 22nd.