Wow. The first 2020 Presidential debate was anything but presidential. It was a schoolyard shouting match between a petulant bully, Biden, and Chris Wallace, the moderator. In this episode I explore at some highlights, low points, and hard truths.
Month: September 2020
Ep10: Illegal Search & Seizure
Portland police, now some of which are Federal Deputies, didn't even wait for the protest to begin last night before accosting BLM protesters. Without cause or warrant, they searched citizens and seized their property. This after a weekend where police protected and safely escorted an armed paramilitary group called the Proud Boys.
Ep9: Proud Boys Back in PDX
This weekend, the Proud Boys and other alt-right militia groups descend once again on Portland to seek revenge for the murder of Aaron "Jay" Davidson, even though Davidson's alleged killer was shot dead by police three weeks ago. Leaked messages from a group known as Patriot Coalition show members eager for and planning deadly violence.
Ep8: Trump’s Planned Election Coup
Trump and his supporters are staging a coup. Sounds dramatic, but it is not hyperbole. Listen to how Trump plans to bypass the election results—and how he's already interfering with the election. It's going to be a long 4 months.
Ep7: Glorifying Murder
Kyle Rittenhouse was trending on Twitter again today along with Trayvon Martin. The difference to public response is astounding.
Ep6: Third Term Threat
Trump's first term is almost over, but he’s talking about how he might not accept the results of the election and how he’s going to negotiate for a third term.
Ep5: Cultural View of Police & Police Brutality Bonds
Exploring the cultural view of police and "Police Brutality Bonds." How much has entertainment shaped our cultural view of police, since the reality of police behavior, corruption, and unprovoked brutality paint a very different picture of our officers in blue.
Ep4: Mass Sterilizations at ICE
Several news sources reported a Whistleblower's revelation that an ICE facility in Georgia are giving women hysterectomies without their consent. A doctor known now as the "uterus collector" is performing mass sterilizations, which have drawn comparisons across the internet to Nazi Germany's Eugenics program.
Ep3: Armed Militia Checkpoints
A local armed militia set up checkpoints to find "Antifa" just 20 miles outside of Portland. A deputy coaches these vigilantes on how to get away with murder.
Ep2: Murder in the Streets
Today's episode looks at two murderers: Kyle Rittenhouse and Michael Reinoehl. Both killed people. Both claim self defense. Listen to how the rhetoric of the police, the public, and the president are polar opposites for two people committing the same crime.
Ep1: Public Opinion on Portland Protests
Welcome to The Daily Rose, a political and social commentary podcast. During these uncertain times, it’s especially important to speak out against injustice and misinformation. After 103 consecutive days, the Portland Black Lives Matter Protests, which have received national attention, have stopped—or at least paused. Last night, September 10, 2020, would’ve been day 104, but the streets were quiet.
