A Common America

Senator Tom Daschle is an American politician who represented South Dakota in the US Senate from 1987 - 2005. He has served as both Minority and Majority Leader, twice. He was a co-founder of the Bipartisan Policy Center, and he remains incredibly active as Founder and Chairman of The Daschle Group, where he provides strategic advice on key national issues including health care, energy, transporta...

Pete Gosar is the seventh of ten children. He grew up in Pinedale, Wyoming and is the younger brother of Paul Gosar, a Republican U.S. Representative from Arizona. Pete is currently Executive Director of the Downtown Clinic in Laramie, WY, and since 2018 has been a Albany County Commissioner where he presently serves as Chairman. We had the pleasure of speaking with Pete and learning about his leg...

This week we were honored to host Charlie Wheelan - professor, author and political reformist. We spoke with Charlie about the role statistics play in media & politics, the organization “Unite America” and his experience co-hosting Dartmouth Dialogues. An insightful and hopeful conversation on the past, present and future of America’s political landscape. 05:07 Factors Contributing to the Divi...

In this episode we discuss the recently passed foreign aid bill, speculate on the difficulties Johnson faced in moving this bill forward and repercussions he may face as a result. Due to the support of this bill, Johnson faces the wrath of Marjorie Taylor Greene who motioned to oust him. Marjorie Taylor Greene also directs her contempt towards Hakeem Jeffries, who would take over speakership if he...

Joe Lieberman, a stalwart figure in American politics, leaves a lasting mark on the landscape of public service in America. Throughout his distinguished career, Lieberman epitomized the virtues of bipartisanship, integrity, and unwavering dedication to his constituents. Thank you for your service, Joe Lieberman. Website: ⁠www.acommonamerica.org⁠ Facebook: ⁠A Common America ⁠ Instagram: ⁠ @acommona...

In this episode we discuss media fragmentation, political polarization, gerrymandering campaign financing and other factors contributing to the lack of bipartisanship in DC. Despite these issues, we did see the passing of, what some consider, a landmark bipartisan spending bill that was passed earlier this month – hoping this signals a strong year for bipartisanship legislature. This episode also...

On countless occasions, gun violence has marred and devastated America through fatal shootings in schools, places of worship, grocery stores, concerts and the list goes on. The recent Superbowl parade in Missouri became no exception when shots were fired during the celebratory event. Lisa Galvan-Lopez lost her life and over 20 adults and children were injured. This episode explores gun violence in...

Episode 1: Introduction to A Common America. www.acommonamerica.org The polarization of politics has our country more divided than ever—but if we can get back to the basics, we will realize that we agree on more than we disagree. At A Common America, we’re working to strengthen moderate candidates who will fight for all of us who are "in the middle", so that we can come together and ensu...