Episode

11/12 Irin Carmon: The Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

November 12, 2015

MSNBC reporter and co-author of Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg explains where the Notorious RBG meme came from. Why Justice Ginsburg has always been a trailblazer. Overcoming sexism and anti-semitism in the law. How Justice Ginsburg’s progressive politics were developed in Sweden in the 1960s. The law and redefining gender norms. Justice Ginsburg’s low key approach and hidden radicalism. Where does Justice Ginsburg stand on economic issues. The reasoning behind Roe v. Wade and Ginsburg’s future role on the Court.

On the Fun Half: Bill O’Reilly says fascism is creeping across college campuses because of anti racism activism. Bush senior attacks Dick Cheney. Why Republicans want lower wages. Sam’s complete guide to superdelegates and your calls and IMs.

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