The episode kicks off with weather updates and a listener shoutout, then dives into the complex world of gerrymandering with Mike McCabe, who critiques both parties for playing the power game at voters' expense. Economic woes take center stage with a massive job revision, revealing 911,000 fewer jobs, signaling economic turbulence. The conversation shifts to the Supreme Court as Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Brett Kavanaugh are criticized for their stances on key issues like abortion and immigration. Ezra Klein suggests a government shutdown as a tactical move against Trump's policies. The show closes with a discussion on the need for hope and fresh leadership in politics.

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