Closing the Door on Democracy: Political Canvassing in the Age of Ring Doorbells

Closing the Door on Democracy: Political Canvassing in the Age of Ring Doorbells

Fresh off speaking at the largest gathering of state legislators in Boston yesterday, Michael talks about the surprising role of Ring video doorbells and how they are shutting the door on political canvassers. With stories of incivility, political violence, and societal disconnect, Michael explores what it means to engage (or not engage) with politics today, starting at your own front door! Listen here, then vote on today's Smerconish.com poll question, which asks: Do you open your door to a political canvasser? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Military Action Against Iran: Who Decides?

Military Action Against Iran: Who Decides?

Should Congressional approval be mandatory before the U.S. takes any military action against Iran? Michael answers Yes. In this episode Michael shares his perspective on the Israel-Iran conflict and w...

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War with Iran: Will Congress Truly Be Left Out?

War with Iran: Will Congress Truly Be Left Out?

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com asks: Should Congressional approval be mandatory before the U.S. takes any military action against Iran? Cast YOUR ballot at Smerconish.com, and please leave a ...

20 Juni 202516min

Should States Ban Trans Care for Minors? SCOTUS Just Weighed In

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On this Juneteenth, Michael Smerconish explores a provocative mix of headlines: the deeper meaning of the holiday, the Supreme Court's major decision upholding Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care...

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Polarization and Easy Access to Personal Information: Politically Motivated Violence Is Rising

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Michael speaks with retired Secret Service agent and ABC News contributor Don Mihalek about the alarming rise in politically motivated violence following the targeted killings of Minnesota lawmakers. ...

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Is Trump About to Bomb Iran? Mark Halperin Says 75% Likelihood Yes

Is Trump About to Bomb Iran? Mark Halperin Says 75% Likelihood Yes

Political analyst Mark Halperin joins Michael to break down an explosive New York Times piece on Trump, Netanyahu, and a possible U.S. airstrike on Iran’s nuclear facilities. With Halperin putting the...

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Should We Bomb Iran? Smerconish Digs In

Should We Bomb Iran? Smerconish Digs In

Michael Smerconish tackles today's high-stakes poll question at Smerconish.com: Should the U.S. use a B-2 bomber to drop a bunker buster bomb on Iran’s Fordo nuclear facility? With historical context,...

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The Escalator Ride That Changed America: 10 Years of Trump Dominance

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Michael marks 10 years since Donald Trump's infamous Trump Tower escalator ride launched his political career. From media circus to political dominance, how did it happen—and would any of it have happ...

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The Left’s Missing Leader: Is It Time for Obama to Return?

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This week marks the 10th anniversary of Donald Trump’s infamous escalator ride that began his run for the presidency and command of the headlines over the past ten years. Michael asks you this provoca...

17 Juni 202515min

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