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Season 15
The panelists discuss President Trump siding with Russia rather than the United States Intelligence, should White House advisors start to resign? Then a talk about a study that says by
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The panelists discuss President Trump siding with Russia rather than the United States Intelligence, should White House advisors start to resign? Then a talk about a study that says by 2040, 70 percent of Americans will live in 16 states, can anything be done to address the imbalance of governance this will cause; Finally, at what point does it become appropriate to shame officials publicly?
The panelists looks at how the new tariffs are making it tough for New York farmers to remain in the business, Is President Trump's proposed 12 billion in relief a good idea? Next, a
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The panelists looks at how the new tariffs are making it tough for New York farmers to remain in the business, Is President Trump's proposed 12 billion in relief a good idea? Next, a look at a new term that has come into our conversation "existing while black", what cane done to combat people calling police just because the other person is of color; A look a Cuba, and draft of a new Constitution.
The panelists discuss a statement by the attorney general that says we are becoming too secular and less hospitable to people of faith. Then a story from The Wall Street Journal that
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The panelists discuss a statement by the attorney general that says we are becoming too secular and less hospitable to people of faith. Then a story from The Wall Street Journal that said the president's strategy might be to loss the house if he can keep the Senate. They debate whether this will work. Finally, a look at Facebook shutting down 32 accounts for trying to influence voters with ads.
President Trump is coming to Utica on Monday, the panelists look at whether this will help Claudia Tenney or hurt her. Then a talk about 3-D guns made by 3-D printers. A organization
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President Trump is coming to Utica on Monday, the panelists look at whether this will help Claudia Tenney or hurt her. Then a talk about 3-D guns made by 3-D printers. A organization called Defense Distributed wants to publish online the computer code needed to build most of a gun out of plastic, using a 3-D printer. Should be allowed to do so? Finally, a story involving free speech.
The panelists discuss an Onondaga task force report about what can be done to keep kids safe at school. They talk about ideas from resource officers carrying guns and metal detectors.
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The panelists discuss an Onondaga task force report about what can be done to keep kids safe at school. They talk about ideas from resource officers carrying guns and metal detectors. Next, they discuss the fact that we are living in one of the first societies in history where the elderly outnumber the youth. Is this good for Democracy? Finally, a look at some primaries across the country.
The latest on Cohen and Manafort taking a fall, The New York Attorney General Race, and the spotlight again on a sex abuse scandal in the catholic church. Next on this edition of The Ivory Tower.
The latest on Cohen and Manafort taking a fall, The New York Attorney General Race, and the spotlight again on a sex abuse scandal in the catholic church. Next on this edition of The Ivory Tower.
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Cuomo/Nixon Debate; ACLU Supports NRA; Law for prosecutors
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The panelists discuss the Andrew Cuomo, Cynthia Nixon debate, then they discuss the ACLU supports the gun lobby over the actions of Governor Cuomo. Finally a new law for misconduct
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The panelists discuss the Andrew Cuomo, Cynthia Nixon debate, then they discuss the ACLU supports the gun lobby over the actions of Governor Cuomo. Finally a new law for misconduct against prosecutors. Was this law needed and is this a step towards trump reform?
Talks about the Supreme Court nominee Kavanaugh's Senate Judiciary Hearing. Is the fact that thousands of documents being withheld will affect how a decision will be made? Then a look at
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Talks about the Supreme Court nominee Kavanaugh's Senate Judiciary Hearing. Is the fact that thousands of documents being withheld will affect how a decision will be made? Then a look at Nike's new campaign involving Colin Kaepernick. In the end, will Nike or Kaepernick come out on top? Finally, a segment about the anonymous Op-ed that quotes John Kelly calling the Trump White House Crazy-town.
A look the local primary races. What surprises happened, how will it shape the elections in Nov.? What did the results tell us? Next, a discussion involving coddling kids. Are parents
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A look the local primary races. What surprises happened, how will it shape the elections in Nov.? What did the results tell us? Next, a discussion involving coddling kids. Are parents and society setting young people up to fail by being too overprotected. The college professors weigh in on what they see and do in the classrooms; Finally, should NASA sell sponsorships to fund the space program?
The panelist discuss Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and his past allegations concerning his childhood behavior. Should this affect the outcome of the vote? Also, should there be
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The panelist discuss Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and his past allegations concerning his childhood behavior. Should this affect the outcome of the vote? Also, should there be term limits on Supreme Court Judges? Or how about no term limits for Congress or the President? Finally, Syracuse is placed on a top ten list that the city should not be proud of.
The Panel discussed at length the testimony of Brett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford. Has the Supreme Court now become the latest casualty in the partisan warfare that's tearing at
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The Panel discussed at length the testimony of Brett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford. Has the Supreme Court now become the latest casualty in the partisan warfare that's tearing at the nations seams? Next, a look at a memo that surfaced from Claudia Tenney's campaign that called Anthony Brindisi's family "thuggish" and "criminal" Will this help or hurt Tenney's chances in November?
The panelist discuss the race between Dana Balter and Representative John Katko; Balter was endorsed by Barack Obama, however Katko still has a substantial lead. Who has the advantage
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The panelist discuss the race between Dana Balter and Representative John Katko; Balter was endorsed by Barack Obama, however Katko still has a substantial lead. Who has the advantage right now? Next, a talk about Brett Kavanaugh, will his rage trigger electoral change? Will it become a political force? Finally, In Albany some hearings on what the state is calling a broken parole system.
A special report on climate change from the UN came out this week and the panelists discuss the significance of the report. Next, a look at Brexit. England is still looking at a way to
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A special report on climate change from the UN came out this week and the panelists discuss the significance of the report. Next, a look at Brexit. England is still looking at a way to get out of the E-U. Should they examine at the decision that was made and re-vote? Finally a look at Nikki Haley stepping down as ambassador. The panel talks about possible motives for the exit.
The panelist discuss the fight in some states, to cast a vote. Then they discuss the compelling reasons to grant Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico and other territories statehood. Finally,
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The panelist discuss the fight in some states, to cast a vote. Then they discuss the compelling reasons to grant Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico and other territories statehood. Finally, a look at Opioid addiction in the news. What, if anything can congress do to effectively combat this problem.
The panelists discuss the United States relationship with Saudi Arabia, how should President Trump handle the murder of journalist Jamal Khashogee? Next they discuss the withdrawal of
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The panelists discuss the United States relationship with Saudi Arabia, how should President Trump handle the murder of journalist Jamal Khashogee? Next they discuss the withdrawal of the Intermediate Range Nuclear Forces Treaty with Russia. Finally a discuss about Nationalism. What does it mean today? What does it mean to President Trump?
The panel discusses some of the elections they will be interested in local, statewide and national elections; Then they discuss a letter that was sent in by a viewer regarding
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The panel discusses some of the elections they will be interested in local, statewide and national elections; Then they discuss a letter that was sent in by a viewer regarding Multi-party systems and whether it would work in today's political climate; Finally a discussion on the 14th amendment. Does the president have the right with an executive order to abolish part of the 14th amendment.
The panelists sort through the meaning of the results of Election Day. What does is mean for President Donald Trump? They look at National, State and Local races along with some
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The panelists sort through the meaning of the results of Election Day. What does is mean for President Donald Trump? They look at National, State and Local races along with some referendums on the ballots across the country. Watch one panelist get a little confused giving out grades at the end of the show.
The panelists discuss the voting system around the country. With doubts about the validity of elections does the system need to be fixed? They then talk about Amazon's big "hunger games"
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The panelists discuss the voting system around the country. With doubts about the validity of elections does the system need to be fixed? They then talk about Amazon's big "hunger games" announcement regarding where its headquarters will be located. NYC and Arlington, VA seem to be the winners, or are they? Finally they discuss if NY State Legislature deserve the raise, the first one since 1999
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Bloomberg's Gift; Criminal Justice Reform; Attorney General
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The panelist discuss Michael Bloomberg's 1.8 Billion dollar gift to help prospective students at John Hopkins University and why does it cost so much to go to college in the first place.
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The panelist discuss Michael Bloomberg's 1.8 Billion dollar gift to help prospective students at John Hopkins University and why does it cost so much to go to college in the first place. Next they tackle Criminal Justice Reform. Will the "First Step" bill do enough to redress the existing issues with sentencing? Finally, the panel talks about the new acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker.
The panelists discuss how Congress will proceed with Nancy Pelosi as Speaker of the House; Then they turn to the General Motors announcement to close 4 U.S. factories, stock prices
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The panelists discuss how Congress will proceed with Nancy Pelosi as Speaker of the House; Then they turn to the General Motors announcement to close 4 U.S. factories, stock prices jumped, by the move isn't good for the 14,000 workers that got laid off; Finally, will the government shut-down if it doesn't get funded. The president still wants his wall, or does he?
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Campaign finance reform; Midwest Power Grab; Climate problem
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The panelists look at another round of campaign finance reform. Will this new reform bill get any further then past bills? Then they move to the Mid-West where outgoing GOP Governors are
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The panelists look at another round of campaign finance reform. Will this new reform bill get any further then past bills? Then they move to the Mid-West where outgoing GOP Governors are moving to limit power to the incoming Governors. Does this "Lame Duckery" have to stop? Finally, a serious look at Climate change. What can be done?
The panelists discuss now that Albany is in the hands of the Democrats, what can be pushed forward and what should their priorities be? They next discuss the trade - truce with China, is
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The panelists discuss now that Albany is in the hands of the Democrats, what can be pushed forward and what should their priorities be? They next discuss the trade - truce with China, is President Trump doing what needs to be done to keep the U.S. out of a growing troubled relationship? Finally, the disarray over Brexit. Why did it fail and what does it mean for our friends across the pond?
The panel discuss the president changing his mind in a manor of hours regarding the wall. What will the consequences be if the government shuts down. They then discuss the new regulation
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The panel discuss the president changing his mind in a manor of hours regarding the wall. What will the consequences be if the government shuts down. They then discuss the new regulation regarding bump stocks for rifles and the fact that you can no longer buy them for your gun. Then finally, The Ivory Tower panelists discuss the Christmas tune, Baby its Cold outside and the attention it's getting
The panelists look back at the top news stories of 2018. They also let viewers know who they never want to hear from again. Also, a year end A's and F's
The panelists look back at the top news stories of 2018. They also let viewers know who they never want to hear from again. Also, a year end A's and F's
The panel discuss the new Congress but the same division over the wall. Why can't they make a deal? Next, they beginning talking about which democrat could be a challenger to President
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The panel discuss the new Congress but the same division over the wall. Why can't they make a deal? Next, they beginning talking about which democrat could be a challenger to President Trump in 2020; Finally, they turn to Albany and discuss the distance between Cuomo and the democrats in the state senate and assembly. How serious is the divide?
The Panelists discuss the government shutdown and after President Trump's speech, how will this unfold? Can the president with an Executive Order, demand the wall be put up? Then a
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The Panelists discuss the government shutdown and after President Trump's speech, how will this unfold? Can the president with an Executive Order, demand the wall be put up? Then a discussion on whether family paid leave should be a Federal priority. Finally, why is lead poisoning a major problem in the city of Syracuse?
The panelists discuss the man who will most certainly be our next Attorney General. Will he protect the Mueller investigation? Does he believe the Executive Power has more authority then
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The panelists discuss the man who will most certainly be our next Attorney General. Will he protect the Mueller investigation? Does he believe the Executive Power has more authority then the rest of the branches? Then they discuss the problems with the V-A system. Will privatization be the answer? Finally a look at Governor Cuomo's wish list
The panelists discuss moves by Governor Cuomo this week including the Reproductive health act and the state's Dream Act, allowing illegal immigrants to get state aid for college. Next
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The panelists discuss moves by Governor Cuomo this week including the Reproductive health act and the state's Dream Act, allowing illegal immigrants to get state aid for college. Next they discuss the media and news stories that are told that may or may not be accurate, finally a look at taxing the wealthy more than they are currently taxed.
The panelists discuss the gun case the Supreme Court will soon be taking up. It's a NYC law that prohibits transporting guns outside city limits. Will this case clarify the Heller
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The panelists discuss the gun case the Supreme Court will soon be taking up. It's a NYC law that prohibits transporting guns outside city limits. Will this case clarify the Heller decision? Next, a bill called Stop Stupidity Act, that would stop the Government from shutting down. Would it take away the pressure to make a deal? Finally, should the citizen question be on the census in 2020?
The panel discusses the issues in Virginia and what kind of tolerance should we have for officials that appear to be once racist? Then they look at the State of the Union, what if
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The panel discusses the issues in Virginia and what kind of tolerance should we have for officials that appear to be once racist? Then they look at the State of the Union, what if anything significant, came from it, finally a look at the Venezuelan government.
The panel discuss the budget deal the president will sign, and when he does, he will declare a national emergency. Will he succeed in getting the money Congress said "no" to? Next, the
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The panel discuss the budget deal the president will sign, and when he does, he will declare a national emergency. Will he succeed in getting the money Congress said "no" to? Next, the Green New Deal, is it logical or looney? Finally, a look at the latest poll number for Governor Andrew Cuomo. What is going on with the unfavorable numbers?
The panel discusses the evolution of the power of the president. Who began the trend and what is the reason its gotten to where it is today? Next, a look a socialism. What does that word
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The panel discusses the evolution of the power of the president. Who began the trend and what is the reason its gotten to where it is today? Next, a look a socialism. What does that word mean today as opposed to 50 years ago? Does it still have a negative connotation to it, if someone is labeled a socialist; Finally, why has there been a rash of teacher strikes throughout the country?
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A church divided; ISIS bride; Show me the money in College
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The panelists discuss the conference called by Pope Francis to address sex abuse by priests. Was this meeting about damage control or was it to enact real change? Next, the question of
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The panelists discuss the conference called by Pope Francis to address sex abuse by priests. Was this meeting about damage control or was it to enact real change? Next, the question of citizenship. Should a woman who married an ISIS fighter be allowed back into the United States? Finally, is it finally time after the Zion Williamson shoe blowout, to pay athletes in college?
The decision regarding I 81 is likely to be made "sooner rather than later". Will it be a bridge, tunnel or hybrid? The panelists discuss why different options work and don't work. Next,
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The decision regarding I 81 is likely to be made "sooner rather than later". Will it be a bridge, tunnel or hybrid? The panelists discuss why different options work and don't work. Next, a discussion concerning Ilhan Omar and her latest statements. Were they Anti-Semitic or are people just using that term to shut down legitimate policy debate? Finally, are there no longer Democratic moderates?
First, should an elected official should be able to hold a job another job while in office? Next, the current scandal that involves high profile parents paying extra to get their child
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First, should an elected official should be able to hold a job another job while in office? Next, the current scandal that involves high profile parents paying extra to get their child accepted to a University they probably wouldn't get accepted to. They also discuss cheating on standardized test to make the path easier to get in. Finally, how worried should we be about Climate Change?
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Social media; Expanding the Supreme Court; Election Finance
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The panelist discuss regulating social media after live video of the massacre in New Zealand was put out on Facebook Live. next, they discuss the growing liberal idea of expanding the
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The panelist discuss regulating social media after live video of the massacre in New Zealand was put out on Facebook Live. next, they discuss the growing liberal idea of expanding the Supreme Court to include more justices; Finally, they turn to Albany and talk about now that the Democrats are in the majority will election finance reform ever become a reality.
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The Mueller Report; blocking Twitter; Abolishing cash bail
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The panelist discuss whether the public has the right to know what was in the Mueller Report after it was delivered to the Attorney General. Next, they talk about whether tweets on
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The panelist discuss whether the public has the right to know what was in the Mueller Report after it was delivered to the Attorney General. Next, they talk about whether tweets on twitter are public forums or can the president or any public figure can block people from their personal account. Finally, why has it taken New York so long to reform the cash bail system?
The panelists discuss what they liked and what they didn't like about Gov. Cuomo's new budget. Then they talk about the national budget and Betsy DeVos proposing to cut the Special
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The panelists discuss what they liked and what they didn't like about Gov. Cuomo's new budget. Then they talk about the national budget and Betsy DeVos proposing to cut the Special Olympics out. Finally, a discussion on Joe Biden's interpersonal relationship skills. Is it just harmless Joe being Joe, or is sort of licentious male privilege, just assuming the other person is ok with it?
The Ivorians discuss the latest on the Middle East and Trump's declaration of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization. Then they breakdown the impact Democrats could have
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The Ivorians discuss the latest on the Middle East and Trump's declaration of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization. Then they breakdown the impact Democrats could have on Fox News. And, there have been 488 confirmed cases of measles in the state; they question how we balance public health and personal liberty?
On this edition of Ivory Tower the Ivorians discuss the fallout of the Mueller Report. Then they breakdown the latest on Wikileaks founders Julian Assange arrest. And, the Syracuse Post
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On this edition of Ivory Tower the Ivorians discuss the fallout of the Mueller Report. Then they breakdown the latest on Wikileaks founders Julian Assange arrest. And, the Syracuse Post Standard this week reported about the tax breaks given to real estate developers in Syracuse. Should the city be making these deals? We'll find out on this episode of Ivory Tower.
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Community Grid; Farmworker fair labor; Impeachment question
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The panelist weigh in on the states decision to turn I 81 into the Community Grid Plan, they then turn to the Mueller Report and ask the question "Should Impeachment proceedings start?"
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The panelist weigh in on the states decision to turn I 81 into the Community Grid Plan, they then turn to the Mueller Report and ask the question "Should Impeachment proceedings start?" Next, a look at the latest tax hike in New York, this time in Syracuse. Is this a smart choice? Finally hearings have started on the Farmworker fair labor Act, Is this bill a good thing for Central NY Farmers?
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Prisoner voting; White House vs Congress; Religious threats
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The panelists discuss Bernie Sanders idea of letting prisoners vote. Does this take criminal justice too far? Next, the fight between the executive and legislative branches of our
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The panelists discuss Bernie Sanders idea of letting prisoners vote. Does this take criminal justice too far? Next, the fight between the executive and legislative branches of our government. Finally, a look at violence against religious institutions. Is this about religion, revenge or supremacy?
The panelists discuss the U.S. trade war with China. Then they talk about a female athlete that has extra testosterone that is beating all the female competition, does she have an unfair
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The panelists discuss the U.S. trade war with China. Then they talk about a female athlete that has extra testosterone that is beating all the female competition, does she have an unfair advantage? Then a look at student debt. What can be done to help college students not spend a lifetime paying back their student loans?
The panelists discuss the new Alabama heartbeat bill that was passed. Will it challenge Roe v Wade? Will the states get to decide for themselves? Next, with the number of school
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The panelists discuss the new Alabama heartbeat bill that was passed. Will it challenge Roe v Wade? Will the states get to decide for themselves? Next, with the number of school shootings happening more frequently, what is the right approach when it comes to training for such a horrific event? Finally, are Democrats taking a risk by taking So Help Me God out of Congressional Oaths?
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Washington Oversight; Foreign Policy; Vaccination Exemptions
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The panelist discuss the fight between the White House and Congress. Is institutional resistance against the President working? Next, they turn to U.S. foreign policy. Are we stumbling
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The panelist discuss the fight between the White House and Congress. Is institutional resistance against the President working? Next, they turn to U.S. foreign policy. Are we stumbling towards a conflict? Finally, the measles outbreak is getting worse in New York. Should the state of New York limit the number of exemptions?
The panelists discuss the edited video of Nancy Pelosi and the fact that Facebook allowed it to be shared on its platform. Then they discuss the choice of Democratic Presidential
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The panelists discuss the edited video of Nancy Pelosi and the fact that Facebook allowed it to be shared on its platform. Then they discuss the choice of Democratic Presidential Nominees. Should electability be considered or should it be who is most Presidential? Finally they talk about the flooding that residents around Lake Ontario are experiencing? Can anything be done?
The panel discusses the New York City rent control bills that are now in Albany. Is the "good cause" eviction bill a good idea? Next, for the first time in Europe the centrist parties
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The panel discusses the New York City rent control bills that are now in Albany. Is the "good cause" eviction bill a good idea? Next, for the first time in Europe the centrist parties lost, is this similar to 2016 in the U.S.? Finally, a look at the Mexican tariffs, will this idea make the government of Mexico serious on controlling refugees?
The panelists talk about the violent arrest made in Syracuse that was recorded on a camera phone. Was is too excessive? Would police body cams help? Next, a look at a one party
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The panelists talk about the violent arrest made in Syracuse that was recorded on a camera phone. Was is too excessive? Would police body cams help? Next, a look at a one party government. How can we bridge the divide? Finally, a look at Prisoners at Guantanamo Bay. Prisoners who have been there without a trial for over 17 years. Is this legal and how can the legal process move forward?
The panelists discuss the voting record of John Katko and if he is more willing these days to vote across the aisle. Why would he be interested in working with the Democrats? Next, a
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The panelists discuss the voting record of John Katko and if he is more willing these days to vote across the aisle. Why would he be interested in working with the Democrats? Next, a discussion on affordable housing and what kind of issue will be for the national election; Finally a look at the tensions between the U.S.A. and Iran. Would the U.S. look weak not retaliating against Iran?
On this week's edition of Ivory Tower: The Ivorians discuss the split decisions at the Supreme Court, does the president have the authority to attack Iran? And then they flesh out the
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On this week's edition of Ivory Tower: The Ivorians discuss the split decisions at the Supreme Court, does the president have the authority to attack Iran? And then they flesh out the latest at Harvard as it removes a dean after students object to one his legal clients.
On this edition of Ivory Tower: The panel questions if the president crossed a line when he stepped over into North Korea? Then they discuss the legislative wrap up. And, they break down the latest events surrounding Marshae Jones and the law.
On this edition of Ivory Tower: The panel questions if the president crossed a line when he stepped over into North Korea? Then they discuss the legislative wrap up. And, they break down the latest events surrounding Marshae Jones and the law.
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