Showing results for "the centre" in Political Science

Even in his heyday in wrestling, Jacobs was inspired to pursue politics by popular libertarian figures such as former Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul, Republican Senator Rand Paul, Fox News' Judge Andrew Napolitano and others, and that led him to fulfill his own political ambitions. The wrestler-turned-politician hasn't hung up his wrestling boots yet. Politics is a contact sport and Jacobs is using his wrestling skills in that arena. Jacobs supports President Trump and his agenda, and is implementing conservative policies in Tennessee.

Investigative journalist Lee Smith's The Plot Against the President tells the story of how Congressman Devin Nunes uncovered the operation to bring down the commander-in-chief. While popular opinion holds that Russia subverted democratic processes during the 2016 elections, the real damage was done not by Moscow or any other foreign actor. Rather, this was a slow-moving coup engineered by a coterie of the American elite, the "deep state," targeting not only the president, but also the rest of the country.

In The Center Holds: Obama and His Enemies, Jonathan Alter uses his unmatched access and deep knowledge of politics and history to produce the first full account of America at the crossroads. He pierces the bubble of the White House and of the presidential campaigns with exclusive reporting and rare historical insight. More than a campaign book, this is the epic story of an embattled president facing a historic moment he considered more pivotal than 2008.

Centre for Cities is the leading think tank dedicated to improving the economies of the UK’s largest cities and towns. In these podcasts, Chief Executive Andrew Carter interviews leading thinkers in the urban policy field, as well as experts from Centre for Cities about their research and ideas on improving the economies of cities and large towns.

Drawing on over 300 years of British Army leadership experience, ’The Centre for Army Leadership Podcast’ looks to establish what is required of our leaders and our leadership, to meet the challenges of both today and tomorrow. For the British Army, leadership underpins everything that we do. It not only ensures we do right by our people, it underpins our operational success. This podcast series seeks to harness diversity of thought and experience from military leaders as well as leaders from the worlds of sport, academia and business, stimulating debate, awareness and critical thinking. ...

Centre Think Tank in Conversation is hosted by Torrin Wilkins and Centre Think Tank. It includes interviews with a wide variety of politicians, academics, and activists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We work with local, national and international partners to build a fairer society in which everyone can contribute to and benefit from economic growthAs inequality worsens and the capacity of communities around the world to shake off economic challenges is depleted, the case for switching to a new ‘inclusive growth’ model is intensifying. For the last decade stagnant real wages have squeezed living standards, wealth has become increasingly concentrated and having a job has been no guarantee of stable, secure or sufficient income. The economy is no longer producing the quality of jobs ...

A weekly discussion bringing America's politics back together - and find compromises between both political parties to allow change to occur and pave the way for a better tomorrow.

Making sense of the post-Trump political landscape… Both the Republican and Democratic parties are struggling to defend the political center against illiberal extremes. America must put forward policies that can reverse our political and governmental dysfunction, advance the social welfare of all citizens, combat climate change, and confront the other forces that threaten our common interests. The podcast focuses on current politics seen in the context of our nation’s history and the personal biographies of the participants. It will highlight the policy initiatives of non-partisan think ...

Kathleen Petty sits down with politicians, pundits, and other thoughtful westerners for conversations about the priorities, preoccupations and politics of Albertans and others who are West of Centre.

In the Taub Center’s podcast we zoom in from Israel’s bigger socioeconomic trends to real stories. Who are the people – the millions of data points – who stand behind the numbers? How do their individual journeys embody or complicate the trends we see at the macro level?

Ever wondered what life actually means? Ever sat alone and thought what the hell the point to life actually is? Why should I even continue my life? These thoughts, what at first may seem irrational, may not be as insane as you might think! This book is a fast-paced journey that is jam packed with details about our very beginnings up to our present day thinking. This information is to understand the true reality of existence and a real way of not only surviving, but living the life you want to live.

A view of current events and politics, both local and global, from a moderate conservative point of view. This podcast explores ideas and events with a goal of addressing them both respectfully and honestly.

In Recapturing the Oval Office, leading historians and social scientists forge an agenda for returning the study of the presidency to the mainstream practice of history, and they chart how the study of the presidency can be integrated into historical narratives that combine rich analyses of political, social, and cultural history. The authors demonstrate how "bringing the presidency back in" can deepen understanding of crucial questions regarding race relations, religion, and political economy.

Welcome to Justice Speaks: Controversial Conversations on Crime, hosted by the Greenburger Center for Justice.Here, we dive deep into the pressing issues and reform efforts that are reshaping our criminal justice and mental health systems. Each episode tackles difficult topics offering fact based and unfiltered discussions on the challenges and changes needed to create a more equitable and effective system.Our podcast features insightful interviews with experts, advocates, and those directly impacted by the justice system. We aim to shed light on overlooked issues and foster informed dialogue ...

The Weston Select Board gathers biweekly to discuss and decide on important town matters. After each meeting, Town Manager Leon Gaumond distills the key points into a concise report, giving you the essential updates without the need to attend or watch lengthy sessions. Join us as we unpack these reports, bringing you the latest news and decisions shaping Weston's future, all in a digestible format.

The kind of people we are has much to do with the kind of politics we will have. The Center for Christianity and Public Life's new podcast, hosted by Michael Wear and Phebe Meyer, features hopeful, constructive sessions from our inaugural summit that you won’t hear anywhere else. Every episode, you’ll learn from respected and influential leaders about some of the most pressing issues facing our society today, and consider what Christian resources might have to offer in light of those challenges, for the good of the public. Look for a new episode every Wednesday this Summer!

Nous connaissons les politiciens et politiciennes tels qu’ils se présentent à nous dans l’exercice de leurs fonctions. Mais ce n’est que lorsque leur mandat touche à sa fin qu’ils et elles peuvent réellement s’exprimer sur leur expérience. Animé par Chloë Hill, Les Personnages de la Chambre est un nouveau balado qui présente six anciens et anciennes député.e.s de la Chambre des communes du Canada qui décrivent, dans leur propre voix, la réalité de cette profession. Ce balado présente des témoignages de : Stephen Blaney, Conservateur, Bellechasse—Les ...

GovMaker advances open government theory and practice, public sector and social innovation in New Brunswick and beyond. Join our co-hosts for season 2, Nick Scott and Jason Pearman, as they engage with leaders who have received significant mandates to reform and transform public services. Each episode is filled with inspiring stories and insights to help transform public services in a meaningful way. Follow the Pond-Deshpande Centre on social media to join the conversation. Mark your calendar and register today for GovMaker 2024 in Fredericton on November 27-29 at govmaker2024.eventbrite.ca!

You know what a politician sounds like on the job. But once they leave office, that’s when they can share what’s truly on their minds. Join host Sabreena Delhon as she speaks with former Members of Parliament, to hear, in their own words, what this job is really like. Their stories are woven together in a six-part series that explores a MP's path to politics, why they left, and what it cost them to serve their communities.Tune in to Humans of the House, a podcast from the Samara Centre for Democracy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.