American Angst
American Angst is a podcast where political scientist Dr. Michael Bailey unpacks the founding ideals and present tensions of American democracy with clarity, depth, and concern. Hosted and produced by his longtime friend Dale McConkey, the show blends serious civic reflection with honest, good-humored conversation for anyone trying to make sense of this American moment.
American Angst
Wokeness, Patriotism, and Religion: Dems in the Hot Seat, Part 1
In this episode of American Angst, political philosopher Michael Bailey analyzes the first three of six major criticisms often leveled against the Democratic Party by conservatives and MAGA supporters: that Democrats are (1) “woke” and obsessed with identity politics; (2) unpatriotic and ashamed of America; and (3) hostile toward religion. With insight and nuance, Bailey explores where these charges come from, why they resonate with many Americans, and how Democrats might better respond. Host Dale McConkey keeps the conversation moving with humor and curiosity, setting up what promises to be a multi-episode deep dive into the challenges facing the Democratic Party.
The views expressed on American Angst are solely those of the participants and do not represent any organization.