In this bonus episode, we chat with Mike Vick about the American Solidarity Party. We explore the party's foundations, which are influenced by Christian democratic values and Catholic Social Teaching. Their thorough set of ethical platforms grounded in human dignity, the common good, and solidarity (in a way that neither Democratic nor Republican parties are offering!!) would really be a breath of fresh air in American politics!

Mike Vick is the founder of the Liberation Caucus in the American Solidarity Party. The episode delves into Mike's personal and political journey, his stance on social and economic issues, and the challenges within the party, particularly concerning LGBT topics. Come join us as we think about the role of civic pluralism in US politics.

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★ Timestamps

(00:00) Welcome Mike Vick from the American Solidarity Party

(01:50) LGBTQ Topics and Side B Perspective

(04:10) Mike Vick's Background and Political Journey

(15:51) Solidarity Party's Principles and Inclusivity

(19:15) Distributism and Economic Democracy

(26:33) Pro-Life Stance and Social Issues

(28:32) Platforms and Opinions on LGBTQ+ Issues

(32:29) Three Camps within the Party

(36:07) Party Challenges and Tensions

(42:43) Liberation Caucus and Party Dynamics

(49:23) Political Theology and Civic Pluralism

(52:14) How to Get Active

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★ Links and References in This Episode

* ASP Liberation Caucus: www.liberationasp.org

* Mike’s Linktree: linktr.ee/votevickusa

* American Solidarity Party

* www.solidarity-party.org/platform

* linktr.ee/liberationasp

* The Servile State by Hilaire Belloc (1912)

* Toward a Truly Free Market: A Distributist Perspective on the Role of Government,

Taxes, Health Care, Deficits, and More by John Medaille (2011)

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