Attitude with Arnie Arnesen

Part 1: We talk with Asma T. Uddin, Professor of Constitutional Law. We discuss how religious liberties must be defended against what is happening now. The administration and its adherents are attempting to reclassify the Muslim faith as NOT a religion, but a political movement. ALL faiths must be protected under the Constitution. Part 2: We talk with Bill Curry and Jamie Rowan. We discuss how Tru...

Part 1: We talk with Robin Kaiser-Schatzlein, freelance journalist and book author. We discuss the problem of worker shortage. This 'shortage' can be attributed to the managers, who choose to reduce their operating costs by not hiring enough workers to perform the needed tasks. Consumers' expectations are being managed by corporations to believe that they should perform many self-service tasks ver...

Part 1: We talk with Kristian Coates-Ulrichsen, Ph. D., Fellow for Middle East at the Baker Institute. We discuss the effects on the energy markets as a result of the US attacks on Iran. This conflict has spead to the whole Middle East, as as Iran attacks other oil and gas producing countries in the region. The world economy is affected as a whole. Israel wants to extend the war as long as possibl...

Part 1: We talk with Myke Cole, historian, novelist, essayist. We discuss the implications of immoral actions, especially in times of strife and other upheavals. We discuss the moral injury that occurs to a person who either commits or observes actions that harm others. Part 2: We talk with Bob Lord, Senior Advisor, Tax Policy, to The Patriotic Millionaires. We discuss the proposal now being broug...

This is a panel discussion. The participants on the panel are: Ryan Cooper, Laura Jedeed, Aaron Rosenthal. The Topics we covered are: - Tax policy in most states in the US is designed to protect the very rich, at the cost of those at the bottom of the income rates. - Iran is being destroyed, and rebuilding is going to take time and money - Iran currently controls the Strait of Hormuz, with no real...

Part 1: We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Quorum Report in Texas. We discuss the upcoming election for US Senator in Texas, and the fact that neither Republican candidate has chosen to withdraw, as directed by Trump. There may be a blue wave in Texas. Part 2: We talk with Bill Curry and Harold Meyerson. We discuss the war in Iran, and the economic consequences for the world. The "Amer...

Part 1: We talk with Jen Fifield, reporter for ProPublica. We discuss the seizure of copies of Maricopa Co. (AZ) ballots by Republicans, apparently attempting to show that Trump won that county in 2020. We examine the pretexts, and and also examine the history of those ballots. This may be a prelude to 2026 and 2028 election interference by Trump. Part 2: We talk with Mechelle Dickerson, Prof. of...

Part 1: We talk with Sasha Abramsky, writer, reporter. We discuss the movement of the US to a christian nationalistic theocracy, led by people who are not Christians, but are using the rhetoric to control their followers. They revel in war atrocities, control aspects of religious lives, and create economic anxiety. Experts in governance have been eliminated, and we are now reaping the results of t...

Part 1: We talk with Anders Croy, Communications Director for DeSantis Watch in Florida. We discuss the problem of lawmakers in Florida, who have NOT fulfilled their constitutional responsibility to produce a balanced budget for Florida. The top priority now is affordability. We discuss the role of property taxes, insurance premiums and income taxes in Florida. Part 2: We talk with Zachary Levenso...

This is a panel discussion. The panelists are: Ryan Cooper, Laura Jedeed, Stephen Pimpare, Jamie Rowen The topics are: -- increasing antisemitism, especially among young men in the US -- Trump consolidating propaganda network by taking over more and more news outlets -- Hegseth's rhetoric -- disruption in the oil price, due to the war, and Iran's determination to NOT give up what is an existential...

Part 1: We talk with Egberto Willies of Texas. We discuss the primary elections just held, and the election of a new Democratic Party Chair in Houston. Part 2: We talk with Bil Curry and Robert Hockett. We discuss the Iran war, and the results in the Middle East. The "video game" war prosecuted by Hegseth is dangerous for the US and the Middle East. Is this a war to restore 'lost empires"?  WNHNFM...

Part 1: We talk with Arthur Allen, of KFF Health News. Mr. Allen describes the informal health care networks that have developed in the face of ICE actions, which caused many people to be afraid to leave their homes for health care, school, food shopping, or other tasks. This was especially true in Minneapolis. Should this be replicated in other cities when under this kind of siege? Part 2: We tal...

Part 1: We talk with Adrienne Mahsa Varkiani, Deputy Editor, Breaking News, The New Republic. We discuss the situation in Iran, with no plans in sight for either the continuation of the war, and no plans for outcome, only Trump's 'feelings' and whims. What are Netanyahu's desires for Iran? It appears that continued chaos and instability are what Israel is pursuing in the Middle East. Part 2: We ta...

Part 1: Leonard S. Hyman and Bill Tilles talk to us about rising electricity costs in the US. We discuss why costs are rising, and the effects of increased costs to come: most generating plants are old and must be upgraded. There is certain to be more demand. We discuss how the price of natural gas is the 'price setter' for fuels. Part 2: We talk with Amy LIttlefield. We discuss how the anti-abort...

This is a panel discussion. The members of the panel are: Chris Lehmann, David Levinthal, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare The topics: - Pete Hegseth's posturing, less safety for Americans - Constitutional safeguards are gone - talk of impeachment for Trump - the chances of a free and fair election in 2026 - advice: -- do not vote alone -- do not obey in advance - the actual weakness of the Repub...

Part 1: We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Quorum Report in Texas. We discuss the Texas primary elections and the high turnout of voters. We discuss not only the Senate, US House candidates, but also the local candidates in Texas. Part 2: We talk with Bill Curry and Tim Noah, staff writer for The New Republic.. We discuss the subpoenas issued to Bondi, Noem, and others. The Labor Secre...

Part 1: We talk with Mikey Weinstein, founder of the Military Religious Freedom Foundation. We discuss how Trump and Hegseth are portraying the Iran war as a kind of "holy war" meant to bring on the coming of Jesus, and thus, the Apocalypse. This infringes on the rights of service members and their religious freedom. The MRFF exists to defend the religious freedoms of ALL service members, despite...

Part 1: We talk with Misagh Parsa, Political Science Professor, (ret) Dartmouth College. We discuss the recent (50 yrs.) history of Iran, and how the western countries, primarily the US and Britain, have acted, and what has played out as a result of Iranians' desire for self-determination and economic justice. We also discuss Israel's role in the developments of Iran. Part 2: We talk with Mark Jos...

Part 1: We talk with Bill Curry, former Counsel to the President, twice a nominee for Governor, Connecticut. We discuss the attacks on Iran, with many shifting explanations. We also discuss Netanyahu's role and Israel's attacks on other mideastern countries. No plan for the war, no plan for after the war. Congress's war powers appear atrophied. Another likely quagmire for the US. Part 2: We talk w...

This is a panel discussion. The panelists are: Lawrence Hamm, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Jamie Rowen Topics: --The brain drain occurring in the US because of Trump policies. This will affect science and tech in the US in future. --The US appears to be preparing for war with Iran, and will likely be using Israel to start the war. --The deafening silence of Congress. --The death of Jesse Jac...

Part 1: We talk with Harvey Kronberg ,publisher of the Quorum Report, the oldest political newsletter in TX. We discuss the early primaries in Texas now ongoing. We discuss the status of Republican primary candidates, and the Democratic primary candidates. Texans do no have to declare prior to actual voting which party they participate in.  We also discuss the role of the governor, Greg Abbott, in...

We talk with Naomi Bethune, who writes in The American Prospect. We discuss how the current administration is ensuring that the actions against minorities. and erasing history, in effect erasing the contributions of minorities. Part 2: We talk with Jeet Heer. We discuss the actions and INACTIONS of the Democrats during the State of the Union speech.   WNHNFM.ORG  production Music: "Let the sunshin...

Part 1: We talk with Andrea Bastiani Archibald and Josh Ackley about the Girl Scouts. The Girl Scout organization years ago decided to be inclusive, and accept all girls who applied. This includes transgender girls. We discuss how the organization, which consists of independent councils across the country, went about this. Part 2: We talk with Ana Santos Putschman, a Professor of Law at Villanova...

Part 1: We talk with Michael Beckel, of the Corruption Chronicles. We discuss the various levels of corruption in the administration, and how this affects us all. IssueOne.org is an organization that is building consensus to reduce the influence of money in politics. Part 2: We talk with Ivan Oransky, a physician, medical researcher, and journalist, founder of Retraction Watch. We discuss how retr...

Susan Milligan, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Aaron Rosenthal This is a panel discussion. Part 1: We discuss the declaration made by ICE that the "Metro Surge " in Minneapolis was a complete success. We note the killings of two American citizens, and the the kidnapping of more than 4000 residents of Minneapolis without warrants or explanations. This has cost the city and state millions in los...