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PODCAST: Can moderates fix political divide? | Across the Aisle (opens the original)
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On “Across the Aisle,” host Bobby Zirkin and former Maryland state Sen. James Brochin examine how political polarization has pushed moderates to the margins of both major parties. Brochin criticizes recent Maryland policies involving taxes, immigration and criminal justice, arguing that lawmakers too often ignore the practical consequences of their decisions. Both men say elected officials should be able to challenge their own party without being labeled disloyal. The conversation expands to the
WATCH: Boyd Rutherford’s fight to open Maryland’s primaries on ‘Across the Aisle’ (opens the original)
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In this episode of “Across the Aisle,” former Maryland state Sen. Bobby Zirkin speaks with former Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford about political independence, election reform and the growing influence of the two major parties. Rutherford reflects on his unexpected entry into electoral politics as Larry Hogan’s running mate and their underdog victory in the 2014 governor’s race. He and Zirkin discuss the importance of campaigning beyond party lines, listening to voters with different political views an
WATCH: Johnny Olszewski talks bipartisanship, election reform on ‘Across the Aisle’ (opens the original)
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In this episode of the “Across the Aisle” podcast, former Maryland state Sen. Bobby Zirkin speaks with U.S. Rep. Johnny Olszewski Jr. about bipartisanship, election reform, political extremism and the rising cost of living. Olszewski discusses the challenges of working in a deeply divided Congress and his efforts to build relationships between Democratic and Republican lawmakers. He supports open primaries, ranked-choice voting and national redistricting standards designed to encourage broader r
WATCH: Bobby Zirkin debuts ‘The Riff’ with a call for political common ground | Across the Aisle (opens the original)
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In the debut of “The Riff,” a new solo edition of “Across the Aisle,” former Maryland state Sen. Bobby Zirkin reflects on earlier guests and offers his views on the growing political divide. Zirkin advocates for open primaries and ranked-choice voting, arguing that independent and unaffiliated voters should have a greater voice in elections. He also criticizes mid-decade redistricting as a partisan “race to the bottom” and calls for stronger safeguards against political gerrymandering. Turning t
WATCH: A discussion of antisemitism, Israel and civil discourse | Across the Aisle (opens the original)
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In a new episode of “Across the Aisle,” former Maryland state Sen. Bobby Zirkin speaks with Howard Libit, executive director of the Baltimore Jewish Council, about public policy, antisemitism, Israel and the importance of civil discourse. They discuss how the Jewish community reaches consensus on issues including security funding for religious institutions, juvenile justice and physician-assisted suicide. Much of the conversation focuses on Iran, the war in Gaza, threats facing Israel and growin
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