FAST READS with Molly Jong-Fast 03/21/2025
Welcome to FAST READS with Molly Jong-Fast.
Please check out my latest Vanity Fair article: Trump’s Assault Demands a United Front. You can find an archive of my Vanity Fair pieces.
On FASTPOLITICS –
Legendary Democratic campaign manager, James Carville. We're diving deep into his recent op-ed where he suggested that Democrats should "hang back" in their strategy. Spoiler alert: I don't agree! We are beyond thrilled to have Sam Seder, the host of The Majority Report, join us for an in-depth discussion on the policies that could help Democrats regain the support of working families. From the child tax credit to the pitfalls of the Laffer curve, we cover it all. Ben Meiselas from the Midas Touch Network to discuss how Democrats are navigating the chaos surrounding Trump. From the impact of propaganda and social media algorithms to the importance of genuine connection with voters, this conversation dives deep into the current political landscape.
The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson examines the Democrats' handling of the CR and their leadership’s strategies. Comedian Trae Crowder discusses his new comedy special, Trash Daddy, which is out now on YouTube. The Atlantic’s Ron Brownstein examines the odds of Trump’s unpopular policies leading to his midterm demise. Author Jason Stanley details what he sees beneath the veil of Trump’s authoritarian moves. Plus, we have a bonus from our YouTube channel where Molly debates Democratic strategist James Carville on how Democrats should fight against MAGA’s agenda. The Al Franken Show’s Al Franken discusses how changing leadership in the Senate would play out and his role in Netflix’s The Residence, which is out now! Ettingermentum editor Josh Cohen details the Democrats’ future strategy to regain power.
My Recommended Reads For The Week:
Mother Jones - The US Used the Alien Enemies Act to Detain Their Families. Now, They Are Watching History Repeat. By ISABELA DIAS
Freedom.Press - Wired is dropping paywalls for FOIA-based reporting. Others should follow. By FREEDOM OF THE PRESS FOUNDATION
The New York Times - Warned Off Meeting Voters, Republicans Who Do Confront Anger and Unease.By Robert Jimison and Katie Glueck
Politico - The judge who tried to stop the deportation planes is not happy with the Trump administration. By JOSH GERSTEIN
The Daily Beast - A Free White House Press Corps is In Peril. I Demand to Meet Trump. By April Ryan
Liberal Currents - Roadmap to American Reconstruction. By Samantha Hancox-Li
Wall Street Journal - Tesla Recalls Most Cybertrucks. By Becky Peterson and Colin Kellaher
The New York Times- Musk Donates to G.O.P. Members of Congress Who Support Impeaching Judges.By Maggie Haberman, Theodore Schleifer and Annie Karni
Thanks for reading!
Molly