Where Are the Veterans When the Constitution Is Under Attack?
Ken Harbaugh and I announce the Veterans Day Democracy March—and explain why we’re preparing now for Trump to challenge election results that threaten his hold on power.
On Offense with Kris Goldsmith
Investigating extremism, analyzing politics, and offering insights and actions to strengthen democracy and justice.
Subscribe:.rss.atom.json.md.m3u.pls
Live Last read · last published · next check
Latest episodes
Saves to your Listen queue, to pick up on another day or another device.
How Republicans Are Painting Veterans as Communists and Terrorists—and What You Can Do About It
From antiwar veterans to the VFW—how the smear works, and what you can do about it.
How to Find Political Courage in an Age of Cowardice | Reed Galen
Lindsey Graham’s death raises questions about political courage, principle, and political legacy. Kris Goldsmith talks with former Republican strategist Reed Galen about choosing conscience over power, democracy, and what history remembers.
Republicans Seek to Strip VFW of Its Ability to Help Disabled Veterans Over Protest T-Shirt
Days after accusing the Veterans of Foreign Wars of promoting political violence, House Republicans quietly asked the VA to review the organization’s accreditation to represent disabled veterans. I read the letter. Here’s what it says—and why every veteran should pay attention.
Republican Cutting Veterans' Benefits Accuses VFW of Promoting Political Violence
House Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Mike Bost says the VFW’s latest campaign is “dangerous.” The history tells a very different story.
The Young Men We’ve Already Given Up On
When I met fitness coach Colin Davis, I couldn’t stop thinking about my best friend who died at 18—and the question I’ll never be able to answer.
Pete Hegseth Says Women Shouldn’t Serve in Combat. Meet the Hell Cats.
A new series from Meidas Defense follows women veterans who are pushing back against the attacks on their service—and on the next generation of Americans who may choose to wear the uniform.
Why American Resistance Keeps Failing | Tad Stoermer
Historian Tad Stoermer argues that the biggest obstacle to defeating authoritarianism isn’t Donald Trump—it’s the people telling us things will get better.
Our Copa: The World Cup and the Fight Against Authoritarianism
A recording from Kristofer Goldsmith's live video
Where I’ve Been, What I’ve Been Building, and What Comes Next
The work hasn’t slowed down. It’s just changed shape.