Middle East

Andrew Miller on the 1-Year Anniversary of October 7

Andrew Miller, a former top State Department official and a current senior fellow at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins "The Tent" to discuss rising tensions in the Middle East.

State Rep. James Talarico on Project 2025 and Christian Nationalism

State Rep. James Talarico (D-TX) discusses Christian nationalism and the impact Project 2025 would have on democracy.

Preston Mitchum on Advocacy, Representation, and Black History Month

This week on “The Tent,” Preston Mitchum discusses Black History Month and the need for intersectional advocacy; CAP Action’s Allison McManus also joins for a conversation on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Rep. Tom Perriello on the 2023 Elections

Former Rep. Tom Perriello (D-VA) joins the show to discuss Tuesday’s elections, what they portend for 2024, and the future of artificial intelligence.

Patrick Gaspard on 20 Years of American Progress

To celebrate American Progress’ 20th anniversary, CAP President and CEO Patrick Gaspard joins the show to discuss the organization's legacy and its lasting impact on all Americans.

Ret. Capt. Dan Berschinski on the Legacy of 9/11

Dan Berschinski, a retired Army combat veteran, joins the podcast to share his thoughts on the 20th anniversary of 9/11, the withdrawal from Afghanistan, and American foreign policy over the past two decades.

Mother Jones’ Ari Berman and the Struggle To Protect Voting Rights

This week on "The Tent," Daniella and Jesse discuss the ongoing violence in Israel and Palestine and Republican opposition to a commission on the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol. They also speak with Ari Berman, senior reporter at Mother Jones, about ongoing voter suppression efforts in the states.

The Trump National Security Crisis