Sen. Chris Murphy believes a political realignment is coming — it’s just a matter of which party will be willing to embrace it first. In his second book, “Crisis of the Common Good: The Fight for Meaning and Connection in a Broken America,” Murphy explores the societal and economic forces that he believes have shaped modern-day American politics, bred division and led to a country that has put a premium on individualism over collectivism.
Talk Shows and Podcasts
-
This hour, The Nose looks at the new talking animals cozy murder mystery comedy, ‘The Sheep Detectives,’ and the Netflix Martin Short documentary, ‘Marty, Life Is Short.’
-
Jill Lepore and Jon Meacham discuss what, if anything, the past can teach us about our political moment. They talk about Independence Day and myths from U.S. history.
Sponsor
Recent News
- New York back in NBA Finals for first time since 1999 after beating Cleveland
- See which CT beaches have the cleanest (and dirtiest) waters to swim in
- Exercise helps slow tumor growth in mice, with possible implications for humans, Yale study finds
- CT delegation backs amended bill to boost housing supply
- US Forest Service considers closing 2 invasive insect labs in CT as part of national reorganization
Proud Livestream Sponsor
In Case You Missed It
Featured Video Episodes
Connecticut News
Featured Shows
SUBSCRIBE TO YOUR START
Receive daily news and talk from Connecticut Public Radio directly to your inbox!
NPR: Top Stories
NENC - New England News Collaborative