Renato and Patti discuss the division, strife, and distrust caused by Donald Trump and the disinformation spread by Trump and his allies, and how the nation can recover in the wake of Joe Biden's victory.  They were joined by John Mitnick, former General Counsel of the Department of Homeland Security, who was fired by Trump after he reportedly pushed back against some of Trump's illegal proposals and later publicly supported Biden.

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Combating Division and Disinformation: What Can We Do to Heal the Wounds Trump Created? (with John Mitnick)

Renato and Patti discussed Republican attempts to make voting more difficult and their plans to dispute the voting results.  They were joined by former Federal Election Commission Chair Trevor Potter, who is the founder and president of the Campaign Legal Center.

Republicans Prepare to Challenge Results: Could This Be a Repeat of Bush v. Gore? (with Trevor Potter)

Renato discussed the hit Showtime series “The Comey Rule” with Writer/Director Billy Ray and Executive Producer Shane Salerno.  They discussed the Clinton and Russia investigations with special guests Frank Figliuzzi (former FBI Assistant Director for Counterintelligence), Barb McQuade (former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan), Asha Rangappa (former FBI counterintelligence agent) and Mimi Rocah (former federal prosecutor).On Topic WebsiteWatch this episode on YouTube

Special Episode: Re-examining James Comey, Donald Trump, and the Clinton and Russia investigations as depicted in “The Comey Rule” (with Billy Ray, Shane Salerno, Frank Figliuzzi, Barb McQuade, Asha Rangappa, and Mimi Rocah)

Renato and Patti discussed the blockbuster New York Times report discussing Donald Trump's tax returns.  They were joined by MSNBC Legal Analyst Barb McQuade, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan.

Tax Avoidance: What Should We Make Of Trump's Tax Returns? (with Barb McQuade)

Renato and Patti discuss the counterintelligence investigation of Donald Trump, as well as the decisions in the Clinton email investigation that led to Trump's election in 2016.  They were joined by former FBI agent Peter Strzok, who led both investigations.

Investigating Trump: How is Trump Compromised, and What Can We Do About It? (with Peter Strzok)

Renato and Patti discuss the recent whistleblower report alleging that the Trump White House pushed the Department of Homeland Security to downplay Russian election interference in intelligence reports.  They were joined by attorney Brad Moss, who represents the whistleblower.

Whistleblower Retaliation: Will His Report Matter? (with Brad Moss)

Renato and Patti discussed Trump's instructions to his aides to break the law, as well as his fitness to hold office, with Miles Taylor, former Chief of Staff to the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security in the Trump Administration.

Illegal Orders: What Happens When Trump Orders His Administration to Break the Law? (with Miles Taylor)

Renato and Patti discussed the presidential race in the wake of the party conventions. They were joined by former Clinton chief strategist Paul Begala, the author of You’re Fired: The Perfect Guide to Beating Donald Trump.

Post-Convention Horserace: How do we Beat Donald Trump? (with Paul Begala)

Renato and Patti discussed Donald Trump’s stunning admission that he was defunding the U.S. Postal Service to stop mail-in voting.  They were joined by Congressman Mike Quigley (D-IL), chair of the appropriations subcommittee overseeing funding for the U.S. Postal Service.

Defunding the Postal Service: Trump Admits Voter Suppression Scheme (with Congressman Mike Quigley)

Renato and Patti discussed the bizarre behavior of Donald Trump.  They were joined by his niece Mary Trump, author of Too Much and Never Enough: How My Family Created the World’s Most Dangerous Man.

Dissecting Donald: Trump’s Niece Helps Us Explain the Inexplicable (with Mary Trump)

Renato and Patti discussed how state legislative races will control which party redraws Congressional district maps, and which states are being targeted by Democrats this cycle.  They were joined by Jessica Post, President of the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee.

Redrawing the Lines: The Battle Over State Legislatures (with Jessica Post)

Renato and Patti discuss how to get involved during this election season despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.  They were joined by Tori Taylor, Co-Executive Director of SwingLeft, and "Tony the Democrat," founder of #PostcardsToVoters.

Making a Difference: How Can We Get Involved This Election Season? (with Tori Taylor and "Tony the Democrat")

Renato and Patti discuss the first federal executions in 17 years.  They were joined by former U.S. Senator Russ Feingold, the President of the American Constitution Society.On Topic Website

Federal Executions: Is the Death Penalty Constitutional? (with Russ Feingold)

Renato and Patti discuss the recent Supreme Court decisions regarding Trump's tax returns and whether courts can hold Trump accountable.  They were joined by MSNBC Legal Analyst Joyce Vance, former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama.

No Absolute Immunity: Is Trump Above the Law? (with Joyce Vance)

Renato and Patti discuss the politicization of the Justice Department, including recent testimony by a federal prosecutor that he was directed to give Roger Stone favorable treatment.  They were joined by CNN Legal Analyst Jennifer Rodgers, former federal prosecutor in the Southern District of New York.

Politicizing the Justice Department: What Can We Do About It? (with Jennifer Rodgers)

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