In an intense week, the federal government prepares to enter shutdown, the situation in Chicago escalates, and the Trump administration attempts to redefine terrorism. Also - two men are sentenced to prison in a high profile case in Zambia.

Discussion of state violence is included, please be advised.

In the week after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the shooting in Evergreen, CO, and a successful campaign to keep the National Guard out of Chicago, David and Hazel are joined by Progressive Party leader Sydney Satalino and Wisconsin organizer Ajak Johnson in a conversation about what comes next in this difficult chapter of America's story.

Discussion of gun violence and state violence is included, please be advised.

This week,Mamdani went to the White House to a warmer reception from Trump than expected. Meanwhile, the shooting in DC makes things worse for immigrants and raises tension. Trump esculates the situation in venezuela.

This week,the Democratic Party wins victories in elections, but caves on the shutdown putting millions of people's healthcare in jeopardy. The epstein files are set to release by vote in congress.

This week, the election for mayor of New York City as well as goveners of Virgina and New Jeresy happen on November 4th. Hazel and David give their predictions and reflect on the race and what it means for politics going forward. meanwhile, millions of Americans now live without very crucial food benefits.

This week, No Kings shows up in pure numbers with rising frustration with the administration. Congress continues to keep the government shutdown. Gaza's ceasefire remains shakey amdist remaining tensions.