Join Seneca Project Co-Founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney to galvanize women and save Democracy with a weekly, common-sense perspective on news and politics. Michelle and Tara discuss what's at stake with guests that include newsmakers, entertainers, and provocateurs.
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"Coalition of the Sane" is an adventurous, thought-provoking podcast that delves into current politics with a focus on commonsense, rationality and critical thinking. Hosted by the intrepid Denver Riggleman, former congressman, former advisor to the J6 committee, former NSA and Air Force intelligence officer and current AI tech CEO, this podcast aims to combat conspiracy theories, dismantle propaganda and preserve democracy by providing well-researched analysis and evidence-based discussions ...
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Lessons in Leadership is Leaders in Lowell's new leadership based podcast. Leaders in Lowell is a youth based nonprofit speaker series based in Lowell Massachusetts with a mission to: Educate, Inspire, and Connect the community. This podcast will featured disucssions around topics of leadership, interviews with leaders, and audio from our past Leaders in Lowell events. To learn more about who we are and what Leaders in Lowell is, visit leadersinlowell.org.
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Trump's First 100 Days, The Kennedy Center, Gretchen Whitmer, and more.
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1:21:52Seneca co-founders and co-hosts of The Stakes Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney talk Trump's First 100 Days, Democrats' capitulation, Gretchen Whitmer, JD Pritzker, and more. Tune in every Thursday at 7:30 pm ET LIVE on X, Facebook, and YouTube. SUPPORT THE SENECA PROJECT: https://www.SenecaProject.Us 📺 Subscribe to The Seneca Project and hit the n…
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Pro-natalist push, Trump’s collapse, RFK’s autism registry, and why Pete Buttigieg still wows us.
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1:11:42This Week on The Stakes: We WON The Webby's! We dove into the pro-natalist movement — the push to “persuade” women to have more children, and how it’s tied to eugenics, tech-world obsession, religious extremism, and Opus Dei’s role in selecting the next Pope. We also break down RFK Jr.’s alarming autism registry proposal, Trump’s collapsing approva…
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Florida State Shooting, Due Process, Chaos, and Cruelty
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1:19:52This week, we’re breaking down the chaos, the cruelty, and the constant drumbeat of authoritarian nonsense — and asking how we fight back without losing our minds (or our rights). No gaslighting. No sugarcoating. Just the truth and what comes next. SUPPORT THE SENECA PROJECT: https://www.SenecaProject.Us 📺 Subscribe to The Seneca Project and hit th…
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Trump Targets Critics, Markets React to Tariffs, Democracy on the Brink
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1:28:50VOTE SENECA PROJECT'S "AMERICAN GIRL" FOR A 2025 WEBBY AWARD! https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVo... This week, the red flags are no longer warnings — they’re sirens: 🚨 Treason? Donald Trump revokes security clearances from two former DHS officials — Chris Krebs and Miles Taylor — and orders DOJ investigations into their work. A chilling authorit…
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Former Congressman Denver Riggleman on SignalGate, Elise Stefanik, and more!
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1:15:31Michelle and Tara are joined by former GOP Congressman Denver Riggleman—a senior advisor to The Seneca Project, author of "The Breach" and technical advisor on the January 6 Committee. He’s breaks down the SignalGate scandal, Elise Stefanik’s failed UN nomination, and the chaotic state of democracy. What’s happening behind the scenes in the GOP—and…
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The Past is Present: A Warning and The Stories They Carry
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1:23:31VOTE FOR THE SENECA PROJECT FOR A 2025 WEBBY AWARD! https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2025/social/features/best-use-of-video 📺 THE STAKES: “The Past is Present: A Warning” A powerful and deeply personal episode about the echoes of history in our present. With democracy under threat and authoritarian rhetoric on the rise, what can we learn …
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America Has Crossed the Red Line— What Happens Next?
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1:22:20America has crossed the red line. The warning signs have been there, but now we are living through a moment that will define the future of our country. What we do next will determine everything. Join Tara Setmayer & Michelle Kinney as they break down the latest authoritarian power grabs, the erosion of democracy, and what this moment demands from a…
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Trump’s Oval Office Rant, Elon’s Meltdowns, and The White House Car Show
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1:06:52This week on The Stakes, we break down Trump’s off-the-rails Oval Office press conference that almost no one saw—because it aired on MTG’s boyfriend’s bizarre far-right YouTube channel. From openly negotiating Ukraine land grabs to bizarre rants about eggs, Greenland, and Canada, we’ve got the wildest clips. Plus: 🔥 The White House Car Show—while t…
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How Trump's treating America's Veterans with Marcus Flowers
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1:12:02Join co-hosts Tara Setmayer & Michelle Kinney, along with special guest Marcus Flowers from Hold The Line PAC, as we expose Trump’s latest betrayal of America’s veterans. 30% of federal workers are veterans, and Trump is gutting the programs they rely on while using them as political props. We’ll also discuss our latest rapid-response video, “Betra…
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Dr. Vin Gupta on Public Health and Policy
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1:30:57NBC News Medical Analyst Dr. Vin Gupta joins The Stakes to break down the state of America’s health—measles outbreak, tuberculosis, bird flu update, vaccine access, and the policies shaping our future. What’s really going on, and what do you need to know? You can watch The Stakes with Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney every Thursday night live on Y…
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Curtis Yarvin: The Most Dangerous Tech Bro You’ve Never Heard Of
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44:11You may not know his name, but you should. Curtis Yarvin—also known as Mencius Moldbug—is the architect behind the ultra-right-wing tech bro ideology fueling MAGA’s latest evolution. His vision? A post-democracy America ruled by a ‘CEO king’ with the bodies of the "underclass" used for biodiesel —and his biggest fan? The far-right elite shaping Was…
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Seneca Project co-founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney take on another harrowing week of chaos, cruelty, and danger under the Trump regime. From RFK's confirmation to Mini Musk's shush-- we’ll break down the alarming developments and what they mean for the future of our democracy. 📺 Follow The Seneca Project and hit the notification bell to s…
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AMERICA IN CRISIS: Elon Musk’s Digital Coup of the United States
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1:26:26Join Seneca Project Co-founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney to break down the crisis happening with Elon Musk, attacks on DEI, "white tears," and so much more. ********************************************************************************** The Seneca Project is one of the few groups unafraid to stand our ground, and we cannot continue thi…
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Meet Candidate Blake Gendebien for NY 21 and Recap Another Dangerous Week
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1:50:24Seneca Project co-founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney take on another harrowing week of chaos, cruelty, and danger under the Trump regime. From authoritarian moves to attacks on freedoms, freezing federal funds, and endangering public health -- we break down the alarming developments and what they mean for the future of our democracy. We als…
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Seneca Project Co-Founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney are back for our first regular episode of The Stakes since Donald Trump’s inauguration. They discuss Trump’s recent executive orders including: 🔹 His attempt to undo birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment 🔹 Escalating immigration raids 🔹 Pardons for January 6 insurrectionists Wha…
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Post Inauguration Special: A New MAGA World
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2:03:24Inauguration Special of The Stakes: A New MAGA World Join co-hosts and Seneca Project co-founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney as they dive into the state of democracy, women’s rights, and the political landscape in America post-inauguration on this very dark day in our country's history. Special guests Julie Roginsky (Democratic Strategist, a…
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As we enter the final days of the Biden administration, America stands at a crossroads. In this critical episode of The Stakes, we examine the chaos looming ahead: Trump’s return, the nightmare confirmation hearings, and the unprecedented challenges to democracy and progress. Watch, share, like, and subscribe. The Seneca Project is one of the few g…
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A new year and the fight continues. As 2025 begins, Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney return to tackle the critical challenges ahead, with Trump’s inauguration looming and democracy hanging by a thread. There’s a lot to cover — and now is not the time to back down. Recorded live on January 8, 2025. Join us as we break down the latest news, highligh…
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We’re channeling Timothy Snyder’s powerful call from On Tyranny: “Do Not Obey in Advance.” 📢 How do we fight back when democracy is on the line? While too many Democrats and media figures still bend the knee, a new resistance is emerging — and we are ready to take on MAGA and its enablers. 💥 The Real Power Behind the Throne—Donald Trump may be the …
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HEGSETH NOMINATION IN TROUBLE; TRUMP TRANSITION CHAOS; ABORTION TRAVEL BAN ENFORCED 👉 NEW: Follow us on BlueSky for updates and more: https://bsky.app/profile/senecaprojectus.bsky.social ******************************************* The Seneca Project is an unapologetic movement—by women, for women—driven by the relentless power of our collective voi…
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Taking our anger, fear, and outrage and focusing on what we can do to fight back against the Trump administration together. Co-founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney discuss Trump's cabinet picks, Celebrity Apprentice meets the Hunger Games, Matt Gaetz, and what's next. Recorded on November 21, 2024. ********************************************…
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Election Countdown Friday Happy Hour
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1:25:36The Stakes Election Countdown Happy Hour: Trump Threats, J.Lo, American Girl, & the Power of Women! Join Michelle Kinney and Tara Setmayer with special guests as they dive into more on our closing ad and anthem, “American Girl,” Trump’s threats against Liz Cheney, J.Lo’s impassioned speech in Vegas, Tuckems attacked by demons, J.D. Vance’s “normal …
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AMERICAN GIRL our powerful new anthem for women, Trump’s Halloween Costume, MAGA hypocrisy, and more. Watch AMERICAN GIRL performed by Laura Bell Bundy, a powerful new anthem for women, Trump’s Little Halloween Costume, MAGA pearl clutching hypocrisy, poll workers put in danger, our love for Connie Chung, and so much more. Join us! Recorded live on…
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Trump’s Hitler fetish confirmed, enemies within, and… spankings?! Recorded LIVE October 24, 2024. THE SENECA PROJECT is a bipartisan superPAC, led by women, dedicated to mobilizing women voters in key swing states in support of Kamala Harris' election. With a focus on safeguarding women’s rights, healthcare access, and the preservation of democracy…
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As the election tightens, Donald Trump's rhetoric is reaching new extremes, especially with his attacks on women. This week, he’s taken his insults to a shocking level while the campaign trail heats up. Meanwhile, major legal decisions are shaking up the race and could play a pivotal role in the coming months. Join us as we dive into the latest dev…
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Melania Trump’s lies about women’s rights, a PR stunt aimed at boosting Donald Trump’s image just five weeks before the election—while he’s down 20 points with women voters. We also dive into more of Vance’s debate lies and how they’re shaping the political landscape. Plus, Jack Smith’s unsealed indictment and the legal consequences Trump could fac…
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JD Vance is a Shapeshifter— VP Debate Recap
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1:13:13Dive into the key moments of the Vice Presidential Debate with special guest and Seneca Project National Press Secretary, Mallory Hagan. Recorded LIVE on October 1, 2024. The Seneca Project is a bipartisan superPAC, led by women, dedicated to mobilizing moderate women voters in key swing states in support of Joe Biden's re-election. With a focus on…
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Eric Adams is indicted, Trump says he's our "protector," and the rise in authoritarianism with guest and historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat. We dive into the critical issues facing our democracy and explore how history's lessons can guide us in protecting women's rights and freedoms today. Recorded on September 26, 2024 --------------- THE SENECA PROJECT is …
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MAGA WAR ON WOMEN CONTINUES, IS TRUMP BLOWING THE ELECTION, AND MORE! WATCH AT 7:30 PM ET WITH SENECA PROJECT CO-FOUNDERS TARA SETMAYER AND MICHELLE KINNEY! Recorded LIVE on September 19, 2024. --------------- THE SENECA PROJECT is a bipartisan superPAC, led by women, dedicated to mobilizing women voters in key swing states in support of Kamala Har…
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Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris, Trump backs out of debate #2, more 2020 election lies, MAGA mean girls, and the wild Springfield dogs & cats conspiracy theory. Recorded LIVE on September 12, 2024 Join Seneca Project co-founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney LIVE on THE STAKES every Thursday at 7:30 pm. THE SENECA PROJECT is a bipartisan su…
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Harris dominated, and Trump unraveled. We have thoughts! Recorded LIVE September 10, 2024 Join Seneca Project Co-Founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney on The Stakes every Thursday at 7:30PM ET. **************************** THE SENECA PROJECT is a bipartisan superPAC, led by women, dedicated to mobilizing women voters in key swing states in sup…
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Trump gaslights women, debate preview, Liz Cheney backs Kamala, and more. Recorded LIVE on September 5, 2024. in Seneca Project Co-Founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney on The Stakes every Thursday at 7:30PM ET. **************************** THE SENECA PROJECT is a bipartisan superPAC, led by women, dedicated to mobilizing women voters in key s…
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DNC Recap and a state of the race discussion ahead of Harris-Walz CNN interview. Recorded LIVE on August 29, 2024 Join Seneca Project Co-Founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney on The Stakes every Thursday at 7:30PM ET. **************************** THE SENECA PROJECT is a bipartisan superPAC, led by women, dedicated to mobilizing women voters in…
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JD Vance, Elon Musk, and the Trump Slur Fest
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45:35Abortion is on the ballot in 8 states, JD Vance keeps finding new lows, and Trump’s bizarre slur-fest with Elon Musk. Get your popcorn ready! Recorded LIVE on August 15, 2024 Join Seneca Project co-founders @TaraSetmayer and @MichelleKinney LIVE at 7PM ET on Youtube and X to discuss what it means for us on The Stakes. CORRECTION: 27:32 "Jordan Webb…
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VP pick Tim Walz, Trump has a meltdown, the rise of WEIRD. Tune in to The Stakes every Thursday at 7PM ET for a live discussion with Seneca Project Co-Founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney. We'll dive into the latest election news and explore what's at stake for women in today's political landscape. Recorded LIVE on August 8, 2024. ***********…
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Donald Trump attends the NABJ Convention, Seneca Advisor Rina Shah, JD Vance Doubles Down on Childless Cat Ladies. Recorded Live on August 1, 2024 The Seneca Project is a bipartisan superPAC, led by women, dedicated to mobilizing moderate women voters in key swing states in support of Joe Biden's re-election. With a focus on safeguarding women’s ri…
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Joe Biden drops out, Kamala Harris is the new nominee, Trumpers are wearing ear patches, and we are tired. Episode recorded on July 25, 2024. The Seneca Project is a bipartisan superPAC, led by women, dedicated to mobilizing moderate women voters in key swing states in support of Joe Biden's re-election. With a focus on safeguarding women’s rights,…
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Donald Trump assassination attempt, the RNC, Joe Biden gets Covid. What else could go wrong?! Recorded July 18, 2024 The Seneca Project is a bipartisan superPAC, led by women, dedicated to mobilizing moderate women voters in key swing states in support of Joe Biden's re-election. With a focus on safeguarding women’s rights, healthcare access, and t…
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Join Seneca Project Co-Founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney live following President Biden's press conference. The Stakes streams LIVE every Thursday at 7 PM ET to discuss the state of politics and what's at stake for women. Weeklt streaming to YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. The Seneca Project is a bipartisan superPAC, led by women, dedicat…
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CotS Take | Denver's Guide To Dolphin Safe Thinking
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9:14Are we becoming unserious? Is BlueAnon a thing? Denver Riggleman wonders aloud if the opposition to Donald Trump isn't being led down rabbit holes of our own making. Also, what are the facts we should be focused on; and what are Kamala Harris' chances of becoming President Of The United States? Subscribe To The Coalition Of The Sane YouTube Channel…
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Funding of Key MAGA Christian Nationalist Networks Finally Gets Exposed (Ft. Jennifer Cohn)
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34:12On this wild episode of Coalition Of The Sane, Denver Riggleman and Bucks County Beacon writer, Jennifer Cohn walk you through the financial spider web of the far right Christian nationalist networks that fund everything from the disruption of local school boards, NAR, Project 2025, and even The United States Supreme Court itself. Where does the mo…
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Denver responds to being included on "the list." Donald Trump's self declared "Secretary Of Retribution" Ivan Raiklin just published a list of 370 names "for imprisonment." Several of Convicted Felon/Disgraced Former President Trump's perceived political enemies are on this list including The Obamas, The Clintons, various FBI Agents, U.S Military G…
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Ex-Republican Tara Setmayer Announces NEW PROJECT to TAKE DOWN Trump
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34:37Former Virginia Congressman and Senior Technical Advisor to the J6 Committee, Denver Riggleman is joined by the one and only Tara Setmayer to discuss her new political action group targeted specifically toward politically moderate women called, The Seneca Project. Then the conversation takes a turn at wondering out loud whether Christian Nationalis…
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CotS Take | Is There A Through Line Between SCOTUS & Project 2025?
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9:12Denver Riggleman is joined by Fair Elections Advocate and Bucks County Beacon/Christian Right Observer Weekly writer Jennifer Cohn to discuss the connections between the Christian far right Project 2025 Mission and the recent rulings by this Trump friendly Supreme Court. #election2024 Subscribe To The Coalition Of The Sane YouTube Channel : https:/…
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On December 10th 2020, Denver Riggleman (R-VA) addressed Congress for the final time. During his farewell speech, Denver accused members of his own Republican Party of spreading disinformation about the 2020 presidential election. It was also the first time QAnon had been mentioned out loud on the floor. Denver Riggleman lost his primary race to Bo…
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Post Debate Breakdown LIVE! | CotS (feat The Seneca Project)
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43:07Immediately after the CNN Debate, Denver Riggleman was joined live by the Seneca Project's Tara Setmayer, Michelle Kinney and Rina Shah. The broadcast went out to over 10,000 viewers moments after the debate ended. Subscribe To The Coalition Of The Sane YouTube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/@CoalitionOfTheSane Check Out Our Merch : http://tee.p…
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CotS Take | How President Biden Should Debate Trump
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7:40Denver is joined by the one and only Tara Setmayer of The Seneca Project to discuss what President Joe Biden needs to do tomorrow during the first 2024 Presidential Debate with convicted felon and disgraced Ex-President, Donald J. Trump. Denver and Tara will also go live tomorrow night immediately after the debate to give you their live reaction an…
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Lincoln Project Co-Founder Reed Galen on Turning Against Trump to Crush Him
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30:25Political strategist and Lincoln Project cofounder Reed Galen joins Denver Riggleman to discuss their long and storied careers in the Republican party, before later becoming pariahs of the MAGA cult - who often dismiss them as being “RINOs.” Reed tells the story of being in Florida during the recount of the 2000 Bush/Gore election and believing wit…
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CotS Take | What's With All The Pedos, MAGA?
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8:18Denver Riggleman talks about Pastor Robert Morris’ recent admission that he had molested a twelve-year-old girl when he was in his twenties. Pastor Morris was of course a “spiritual advisor” to former disgraced President Donald J Trump. Many of Pastor Morris’ Dallas Megachurch follow Donald Trump, despite the adultery, the proven sexual assault, th…
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CotS Take | Denver Responds To More MTG Madness
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10:10Denver Riggleman responds to Marjorie Taylor Greene’s absurd statement in front of a Turning Point Pac event that anyone shaming MAGA over January 6th “can go to hell.” Denver of course famously retrieved the call data for the January 6th Committee. Subscribe To The Coalition Of The Sane YouTube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/@CoalitionOfTheSane…
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