Robert Reich

The Robert Reich Substack centers on dissecting the dynamics of power and its misuse in the political and corporate spheres, focusing on critiques of the Trump administration, the Republican Party's strategies, media integrity, and the influence of corporations and billionaires on democracy and public policy.

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Sunday caption contest: this way!

9237 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
  1. Participate in the Sunday caption contest by submitting your caption in the Comments section by Monday at 9 pm PT.
  2. Last week's winner of the caption contest was Lorraine Evanoff with the caption "They're too busy eating their own to see that blue wave coming."
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Sunday caption contest: pray

5817 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality
  1. The post is about a Sunday caption contest where people submit captions.
  2. Last week's winner was Rita Fuller with the caption 'Too many good people did nothing.'
  3. Paid subscribers get exclusive content and support the work being done.

Office Hours: Will the Supreme Court drag its robes?

9807 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
  1. Timing is crucial in Trump's criminal trial for seeking to overturn the 2020 election.
  2. The Supreme Court's decision timeline may impact Trump's potential conviction before the 2024 election.
  3. A Trump conviction before Election Day could significantly influence the 2024 race.

Office Hours: What will you do if Trump steals the 2024 election?

6898 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
  1. 41% of pro-Trump Americans may resort to violence if things continue as they are.
  2. Hypothetically, what if Trump steals the 2024 election?
  3. Consider the scenario where Trump wins in a close race through voter intimidation and rigging.
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Office Hours: Can Trump’s nomination be stopped?

6761 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
  1. The post discusses whether Trump's nomination can be stopped.
  2. Written by Robert Reich and published on Jan 17, 2024.
  3. There is an option for a 7-day free trial to access full post archives.

Sunday caption contest: the currents

7193 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
  1. Sunday caption contest on Robert Reich's Substack
  2. Submit captions by Monday for a chance to win
  3. Last week's winning captions were about school shootings

Sunday caption contest: the currents

6879 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
  1. There is a Sunday caption contest happening
  2. Captions need to be submitted by Monday at a specific time
  3. Winners of the contest will be announced the following Sunday

The freeze

35928 implied HN points • 27 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Public Figures Health Events
  1. Mitch McConnell froze during a news conference, highlighting the fragility of the human mind.
  2. Robert Reich shared a personal experience of freezing due to a petit mal seizure while giving a speech 35 years ago.
  3. The fear of losing control of one's mind can be a terrifying experience, emphasizing the vulnerability of all humans.

Will Trump go to jail before his trial even begins?

30287 implied HN points • 07 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Trial Trump Court Justice
  1. Trump violated a key condition of his release pending trial by making statements that could be seen as attempts to influence jurors or intimidate witnesses.
  2. Prosecutors requested a protective order to stop Trump from sharing information about the upcoming trial after he made threatening posts on social media.
  3. The court must assert the rule of law and be prepared to take action, potentially including revoking Trump's release pending trial or putting him in jail, to ensure he is treated like any other criminal defendant.

Let the final battle begin

26612 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Democracy Trump Election Rule of Law Authoritarianism
  1. Donald Trump is gearing up for a final battle against democracy and the rule of law.
  2. A potential indictment against Trump will shift focus to him in the 2024 election, making it a referendum on him rather than Biden.
  3. Defending democracy and the rule of law is crucial in the face of authoritarian impulses and the threat posed by Trump and his supporters.

Why Bidenomics will get Joe another term and give the Democrats control over Congress

24391 implied HN points • 31 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economic Policy Legislation Political parties Labor Unions
  1. Bidenomics is proving to be successful in boosting the economy and lowering inflation.
  2. The Biden administration is focused on restructuring the economy to benefit the bottom 90 percent.
  3. Bidenomics could lead to shared prosperity, potentially securing another term for Biden and control of Congress for Democrats.

The demise of CNN

29167 implied HN points • 06 Jun 23
📰 News Media Politics Journalism Television
  1. CNN underwent significant changes under Chris Licht's leadership.
  2. There was a shift towards aligning CNN more with Trump and right-wing views.
  3. Despite the changes, CNN's viewership declined rather than attracting new audiences.

George Takei posed 5 important questions to me. Here are my answers

26297 implied HN points • 13 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Wealth Inequality
  1. The system of wealth allocation and generation is broken but can be fixed by learning from history and creating new political alliances.
  2. Creating a social safety net to eliminate poverty is possible through policies like universal basic income and wealth tax on the super-rich.
  3. America is experiencing parallels to the Gilded Age with the billionaire class amassing wealth and power, but potential for change lies in building the political will for progress.

Why did CNN do it?

30051 implied HN points • 12 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Republicans Democracy Journalism
  1. CNN's decision to give Donald Trump an hour of prime-time television was criticized for promoting lies and insults.
  2. The shift in CNN's news coverage towards more conservative guests and avoiding certain terms was linked to corporate interests and right-wing billionaire influence.
  3. Criticism of CNN's decisions highlights the importance of maintaining journalistic integrity and not giving a platform to misinformation and demagoguery.

Please stop congratulating me on my retirement

27103 implied HN points • 24 May 23
🎭️ Culture Retirement
  1. Retirement doesn't mean the end of productivity, just a shift in focus.
  2. Expressing praise for someone's accomplishments while they are still alive can be more impactful.
  3. Retirement can bring a sense of urgency to accomplish more rather than having extra time.

Biden should IGNORE the debt ceiling: Don't declare an X-date. Keep paying the bills. Don't default.

27025 implied HN points • 22 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Debt Ceiling Biden administration Legal Challenges Economic Impact
  1. Debt ceiling standoffs have a long history and often involve high national debts from tax cuts.
  2. Treasury secretaries resort to extreme measures to keep paying bills during debt ceiling conflicts.
  3. Biden should continue paying bills, avoid declaring an 'X-date' or defaulting, despite escalating demands.

The danger is now

25000 implied HN points • 15 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Media Democracy Accountability
  1. Trump's recent actions and statements are alarming, signaling a dangerous shift toward authoritarianism.
  2. There is concern about the lack of accountability for Trump's actions, particularly related to the Capitol riot and ongoing lies.
  3. Calls for action include holding Trump accountable, condemning media complicity, and mobilizing to protect democracy and equal rights.

Warning (if you needed it): Trump is nuts, and he’ll do anything — anything — to win

24430 implied HN points • 24 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Constitution Insurrection Republican party
  1. Trump's actions since the 2020 election show he will do anything to win, despite legal and constitutional limits.
  2. The Constitution's disqualification clause exists because those who engage in insurrection cannot be trusted to use proper methods to regain power.
  3. Concerns arise over the possibility of Trump using various tactics to win the 2024 election, especially with loyalists in key positions.