DeProgram with Ted Rall and Jamarl Thomas DeProgram with Ted Rall and Jamarl Thomas

Michigan is Ground Zero in the Democratic Civil War | DeProgram with Ted Rall and Jamarl Thomas

Jul 20, 2026 · 1h 3m

Summary

Ted Rall and Jamal Thomas discuss the heated Michigan Democratic primary between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens, highlighting AIPAC’s record $30 million spending to counter El-Sayed’s progressive, anti-Zionist platform. The hosts analyze how this race reflects broader Democratic Party fractures and the potential backlash against Israel’s actions in Gaza. They also touch on Middle East tensions, the Tate brothers’ deportation, and viewer comments on immigration and culture.

Topics discussed

Intro and sponsor ads for Just Food for Dogs and California Closets Housekeeping, show schedule, and Pickaxe social media promotion Michigan Democratic primary: Abdul El-Sayed vs. Haley Stevens Sponsor ads for Just Food for Dogs and LifeLock AIPAC's influence, DNC strategy, and voter sentiment in Michigan Viewer comments on masculinity, Israeli honeypots, and Pete Hegseth Sponsor ads for Just Food for Dogs and LifeLock Discussion on Pete Hegseth's appearance and historical nepotism Immigration from war zones, demographics, and the 'cat' analogy Sponsor ads for Just Food for Dogs and LifeLock Viewer comments on politicians, John Hinckley, and Trump Iran-US conflict, missile defenses, and oil price impacts Outro and final sponsor ads for Just Food for Dogs and California Closets
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