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By Michael Ruiz

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The Manufactured Opioid Crisis

The MicJul 29, 2020

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Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes

Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes

Season Finale
Nov 18, 202030:51
The Reality of Cancel Culture: How to Avoid Cancellation Charges

The Reality of Cancel Culture: How to Avoid Cancellation Charges

Here the terribly reactionary culture of ‘canceling’ anyone that disagrees with you is discussed and debunked.
Nov 09, 202013:51
What would a real opposition party in Congress look like?

What would a real opposition party in Congress look like?

In this episode, we discuss some strategies that members of Congress could use to form a real opposition party within the Democratic Party.
Nov 04, 202014:33
Conversation about Big Tech and Censorship with Kate Tomasello Candidate for US Senate

Conversation about Big Tech and Censorship with Kate Tomasello Candidate for US Senate

This conversation is with Kate Tomasello a candidate for the United States Senate in the great state of New York. We discuss the societal problems of censorship and the massive wealth and power of big tech.
Oct 23, 202048:55
The Future of Transportation in Massachusetts

The Future of Transportation in Massachusetts

In this episode, we go over some recent news that Massachusetts will face transportation service cuts due to a budget shortfall and highlight some solutions to meet the moment
Oct 09, 202012:41
Discussion with Christine Olivo Candidate for US Congress

Discussion with Christine Olivo Candidate for US Congress

Policy discussion with Christine Olivo, Candidate for US Congress FL-24
Sep 18, 202057:28
10 Questions with the Candidate: Michael Ruiz

10 Questions with the Candidate: Michael Ruiz

10 question lightning round with the candidate

Aug 30, 202017:16
The Manufactured Opioid Crisis

The Manufactured Opioid Crisis

In this episode I go over, at a high-level, the policies and failures of the federal government which have led us to an opioid crisis.
Jul 29, 202015:22
Christine for Congress - A Conversation with Christine Olivo & Michael Ruiz

Christine for Congress - A Conversation with Christine Olivo & Michael Ruiz

Join us for a conversation with congressional candidate Christine Olivo who is running in Florida’s 24 congressional district. Christine for Congress !!! Vote.
Jul 24, 202055:29
Transportation Policy Deep Dive

Transportation Policy Deep Dive

Deep dive into the history of transportation policy and how it affects our communities.
Jul 16, 202012:55
Infrastructure Deep Dive: Transportation

Infrastructure Deep Dive: Transportation

This episode is a deep dive into the transportation infrastructure of the Commonwealth and more specifically the area in which I live.
Jul 09, 202010:38
An Overview of Transportation: Infrastructure, Policy and Funding

An Overview of Transportation: Infrastructure, Policy and Funding

In this episode I go over at a high level the issues facing Transportation in our State and how the Federal Government has impacted those issues
Jul 02, 202013:39
Unemployment and the Case for a Federal Jobs Guarantee

Unemployment and the Case for a Federal Jobs Guarantee

Brief episode to discuss the case for a federal jobs guarantee and current rising fears of mass killings unemployment.
Jun 29, 202010:28
Albert Lee

Albert Lee

Discussion with Albert Lee. Former Congressional Candidate for OR-3. ✊🏽
Jun 22, 202051:58
Defund the Police ?

Defund the Police ?

Open Discussion with my Sister about defunding the police. My sister is a social justice advocate in California
Jun 13, 202011:52
ANNOUNCEMENT

ANNOUNCEMENT

Interview Announcement
Jun 09, 202001:10
Voter Suppression

Voter Suppression

In this episode, I briefly go over current tactics that are used to suppress voters. I voice my support for policies put forth by the Center for American Progress for pro voter registration policies, a national voting holiday, and a voter’s bill of rights
Jun 08, 202004:50
Gut Check

Gut Check

Quick Gut Check Episode.
Jun 08, 202005:31
Getting on the Ballot and Staying out of Jail

Getting on the Ballot and Staying out of Jail

In this episode, I will discuss what minimum requirements need to be met in order to get access to the ballot at the federal level and at the state level and how you can find information regarding FEC regulations and ballot requirements
Jun 05, 202018:36
Who the hell do you think you are?

Who the hell do you think you are?

This is the inaugural episode where I introduce myself, my history, what led to this moment, where I’m coming from and what is motivating me to run for federal office .
Jun 04, 202041:49
June 2, 2020

June 2, 2020

Jun 02, 202000:60