337. TNE TALKS: A Leftist Perspective on American Politics

The New Evangelicals Podcast

Tim Whitaker

News, Religion & Spirituality, Politics, Christianity

4.6 • 936 Ratings

🗓️ 2 December 2024

⏱️ 61 minutes

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In this TALKS Episode, Tim engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Jon Cooper from Counterpoint Politics. They explore the dynamics of leftist politics, the role of government in public health, and the challenges of messaging in a polarized political landscape. Jon shares insights on the importance of building coalitions and addressing economic inequality, while Tim reflects on the need for a more inclusive and effective Democratic messaging strategy. Together, they discuss the potential for finding common ground across political divides and the future of leftist politics in America. In this conversation, Tim discusses the evolving landscape of political campaigning, emphasizing the need for parties to connect with their bases rather than solely appealing to the center. Jon on TikTok | @Counterpointpolitics Jon's Linktree | Counterpointpolitics Jon's YouTube Channel | The Left Wing Chapters 06:14 Understanding Leftism vs. Democratic Politics 11:56 Navigating Economic Inequality and Corporate Responsibility 17:57 Finding Common Ground Across Political Divides 23:55 The Future of Leftist Politics and Media 35:53 The Role of Messaging in Political Success 39:10 The Impact of Media on Public Perception 49:55 Embracing Populism and Inclusivity in Politics _______________________________ If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here! Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals The New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired of how evangelical church has been done before and want to see an authentic faith lived out with Jesus at the center. We are committed to building a caring community that emulates the ways of Jesus by reclaiming the evangelical tradition and embracing values that build a better way forward. If you’ve been marginalized by your faith, you are welcome here. We’ve built an empathetic and inclusive space that encourages authentic conversations, connections and faith. Whether you consider yourself a Christian, an exvangelical, someone who's questioning your faith, or someone who's left the faith entirely, you are welcome here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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2:12.7	You're listening to the New Evangelicals Talks. I'm Tim, the host of this segment. Join us every Monday as we talk to all different kinds of people at the intersection of theology, politics, and culture, helping you navigate a better path forward in your faith. Hello, friends. How are you? You're going to like this conversation because I interviewed the one and only John Cooper. Not that John Cooper, not the guy from Skillett, although I've tried. He hasn't reached out to me. This is a different John Cooper. John Cooper, who runs the account counterpoint politics. John Cooper is not a Christian. He is a leftist. And we talk a lot about what do we do in the face of a right wing media empire that helped completely swing the pendulum in favor of Trump this last election. And we talk a lot about things that maybe some Democrats out there
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