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No One Asked, But… Politics LIVE: Congressman Jared Huffman
A first for No One Asked, But… Politics: my first interview with a sitting member of Congress. I sat down with Rep. Jared Huffman to discuss his NYT bestselling book, No Prophets: The Fight to Save Democracy from Christian Nationalism, and the growing influence of Christian nationalism in American politics. We also get into Mike Johnson, January 6th, Liz Cheney, Christian Zionism, Israel and Iran, Pete Hegseth, and the dysfunction in Congress.
God's Politicians: Christian Nationalism
Watch entire conversation here. [Transcript edited for clarity, flow and length] Mary Trump: Representative Jared Huffman, it is so fantastic to be here with you. Meeting you and members of the Free Thought Caucus taught me a lot about what’s going on in Congress right now—both the troubling challenges we face and the good work being done to address them. Rep. Jared Huffman: Mary, it’s great to be on your platform. We founded the Congressional Free Thought Caucus in 2018 with Jamie Raskin.
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Rep. Jared Huffman on the Christian Nationalist Plot | The Weekly Assignment
Donald Trump’s use of Christian nationalism in his campaigns and political rhetoric has contributed to a blurring of the lines between political and religious identity. This gray area is what Congressman Jared Huffman explores in his book, No Prophets: The Fight to Save Democracy from Christian Nationalism. Huffman argues that the separation of church and state is vital to protecting the values of American democracy and remains a central part of his work in Congress.
On the Rise of White Christian Nationalism in the US
UC Santa Barbara in the 1980s felt like the counterculture’s afterparty: sun-drenched, restless, and still echoing defiance. Palm trees swayed over a serene campus where students surfed at Campus Point between (or in lieu of) classes. On the surface, it was idyllic. But beneath the serenity, you could still feel the cultural quakes of the 1960s and ’70s. A decade earlier, UCSB had been a frontline campus in what some called America’s great unraveling.
About Rep. Jared Huffman
Thank you James Utt, Corinne Hayden, and many others for tuning into my live video with Rep. Jared Huffman! If you missed us live yesterday, here’s the recording of my wide-ranging conversation with Rep. Jared Huffman . I hope everyone can join me for the next RD Author Salon right here on Substack+Live. Rep. Jared Huffman joined me yesterday to talk about his new book, No Prophets: The Fight to Save Democracy from Christian Nationalism, just published this week.
Civil Discourse with Joyce Vance
This is a conversation you won’t want to miss—and fortunately, you don’t have to. If you weren’t able to join us live, click the link above and watch now. California Congressman Jared Huffman understood Project 2025 early, before it was being widely discussed, and helped us learn about it here at Civil Discourse. Now, he’s written a book on Christian Nationalism.
NO PROPHETS | Kirkus Reviews
A fiery denunciation of the theocrats who seek to impose their views—and policies—on this constitutional republic. A Democratic member of Congress and self-described humanist takes on the Bible-thumping right wing. Huffman, representing California’s north coastal Second District, gets down to cases straightaway: Whatever else Jan.
Two governments, one shared lesson: protecting the ocean is an investment
A whale pod swims in the marine protected area off of the Azores. Nuno Sá/Handout via REUTERS Purchase Licensing Rights, opens new tab May 19 - It is not every day that the president of a remote Atlantic archipelago and a U.S. congressman from the California coast are brought together. We share no border, no language, no common government. What we share is rarer: we both chose to protect our ocean.
It’s Not Just Free Speech. The Trump Administration Is Coming for Religious Freedoms Original
President Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission could meet in any government building in Washington. Instead, they’ve twice chosen a venue that screams Christian nationalism with the subtlety of a crucifix-shaped bullhorn: the Museum of the Bible, bankrolled by the billionaire evangelical crusaders behind Hobby Lobby.
Huffman: Democrats Given a Hobson’s Choice on Kirk Resolution
Today, at a critical moment when Americans should stand united against political violence, and when every member of Congress was prepared to put our differences aside and condemn the heinous murder of Charlie Kirk and express our heartfelt condolences for his family, House Republicans unfortunately chose to play political games with H. Res. 719, a measure deliberately drafted as a partisan trap.
Congressman says vulture capitalism threatens public land
As Republicans muscle their “Big Ugly Bill” through Congress, many Americans are rightfully worried about its immediate impacts. Like potentially crashing our health care system by stripping health insurance coverage from 16 million people, triggering deep Medicare cuts, ending food assistance for millions and driving up electricity costs.
Close to Home: Vulture capitalism threatens public land
The American people understand that our majestic public lands are not corporate assets to be stripped, collateralized or liquidated. As Republicans muscle their “Big Ugly Bill” through Congress, many Americans are rightfully worried about its immediate impacts. Like potentially crashing our health care system by stripping health insurance coverage from 16 million people, triggering deep Medicare cuts, ending food assistance for millions and driving up electricity costs.
Remarks from Rep. Jamie Raskin and Rep. Jared Huffman
Rep. Jamie Raskin and Rep. Jared Huffman received the Religious Liberty Award at the American Humanist Association’s 83rd Annual Conference, held virtually in September 2024. The award honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to religious freedom, tolerance and diverse beliefs, celebrating those who courageously defend the rights to practice any faith or no faith at all, and who foster understanding and respect and peaceful coexistence among diverse belief systems.
I Want to Thank Samuel Alito for Flying His Flags Original
As the only open non-believer in Congress, I want to thank Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito. Not for repeatedly revealing himself as an unethical political partisan who poisons the credibility of the court-I'm disgusted with that, and agree with those who are demanding his recusal in cases involving former President Donald Trump.
Rep. Jared Huffman: I Want to Thank Samuel Alito for Flying His Flags
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Let California lead the way out of our global plastic pollution crisis
California’s 840 miles of coastline are a gateway to stunning underwater scenery that only a few ever see. Kelp forests, deep sea mountains and swirling ocean currents shelter diverse plant and animal species, from playful sea otters and turtles to migrating tuna and gray, humpback, minke and other whale species that call the expansive Pacific their home.
Church and State Separation Is Breaking Down Before Our Eyes
Opinion Church and State Separation Is Breaking Down Before Our Eyes One of us, a non-believing member of Congress, went to the recent National Prayer Breakfast. Christian nationalists moved it to the Capitol for the first time. Published Feb. 8 2024 6:09PM EST opinion Photo Illustration by Luis G. Rendon/The Daily Beast/Getty Got a tip? Send it to The Daily Beast here.
Church and State Separation Is Breaking Down Before Our Eyes
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Church and State Separation Is Breaking Down Before Our Eyes Original
Washington, D.C. is home to hundreds of churches; any would have been a more fitting location for a Christian church service like last week's National Prayer Breakfast than the U.S. Capitol. In the prestigious National Cathedral, for instance, 4,000 worshippers could have enjoyed Andrea Bocelli's melodious tenor and the Christian speakers, sermons, and prayers.
Speaker Mike Johnson’s Unprecedented Ties to Christian Nationalism
Since Mike Johnson was elected as Speaker, much has been written about his deep religious faith. We respect, celebrate, and treasure his right — and the right of every American — to freely practice his faith as guaranteed by the First Amendment. Although new information continues to surface virtually every day about Speaker Johnson’s record on religious freedom and church-state separation, what we already know is troubling and alarming.
Marin Voice: Congressman pushes for justice along seafood supply chain
As your congressman, I work on a wide range of issues that are important and well publicized. But some of the most impactful work I did in 2023 involves something that is unknown and unseen by most people, yet vitally important.
Close to Home: Investing in sustainable water sources
Looking around the West, it’s impossible to ignore the signs of water scarcity. Our changing climate, growing population and massive demands from irrigated agriculture are colliding with critically dewatered streams and estuaries and the collapse of iconic salmon fisheries. California is wringing dry our diminishing water resources. On the Colorado River, plunging reservoir levels have forced water supply cuts once unthinkable.
Guest Column: We finally have a speaker
The good news is that after an unprecedented 22 days without a Speaker of the House, Congress is open again. House Republicans finally resolved their internal chaos and dysfunction and selected Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana to be the new Speaker. It is shameful and inexcusable that more than three weeks of Congress’ time was wasted on this intra-party drama, but at least it’s over.
'A Slippery Slope to Theocracy'
The good news is that after an unprecedented 22 days without a Speaker of the House, Congress is open again. House Republicans finally resolved their internal chaos and dysfunction and selected Representative Mike Johnson of Louisiana to be the new speaker Oct. 25. It is shameful and inexcusable that more than three weeks of Congress' time was wasted on this intra-party drama, but at least it's over.
Guest Column: We must fund the government
Funding the government is one of the most basic responsibilities we have in Congress. However, as we approach the September 30th deadline for passing a government funding package, the most extreme faction of the House Republican Majority is sowing chaos. There is real, pressing work to do to make life better and more affordable for people in America, but instead, the majority is wasting time with political stunts and partisan games.
To extend the authority to collect Shasta-Trinity Marina fees through fiscal year 2029. (H.R. 3324)
Add a note about this bill. Your note is for you and will not be shared with anyone. Because you are a member of panel, your positions on legislation and notes below will be shared with the panel administrators. (More Info) Sponsor and status Sponsor. Representative for California's 2nd congressional district. Democrat.
Marin Voice: Huffman’s trip reveals positive signs, continuing obstructions as climate fight continues
Not long ago, it felt like dire warnings were necessary to get people to even think about climate change. Today, it’s a different challenge. Worst-case scenarios climate scientists have warned about for decades – including crippling droughts, extreme heat waves, catastrophic wildfires and rising sea levels – are unfolding. At the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Egypt, I saw how the reality of our worsening climate crisis is changing the conversation.
How climate change altered a longstanding Central Valley water reform
By Jared Huffman and George Miller Thirty years ago, President George H.W. Bush signed an ambitious California water reform known as the Central Valley Project Improvement Act, or the CVPIA. The bill responded to a drought, crashing salmon runs, threats to Central Valley wetlands and antiquated water policies. California is again suffering from drought and low fish counts. The CVPIA’s successes and failures provide lessons to help ensure a healthy environment and more reliable water supplies.
Rep. Huffman Introduces Bill to Protect Consumers from Dangerous Health Care Sharing Ministry...
Today, Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), co-founder and co-chair of the Congressional Freethought Caucus (CFC), introduced the Health Share Transparency Act, which would protect people from deceptive practices by Health Care Sharing Ministries (HCSMs) by providing information directly to consumers before they enroll in coverage. The bill would also hold these same health shares accountable should they fail to make accurate and timely disclosures. Reps. Jamie Raskin (MD-08) and Ann M.
Rep. Huffman Letter Calling on DOI to Save Vaquita
Dear Secretary Haaland and Director Williams: We write to urge you to take swift action to prevent the extinction of the vaquita porpoise. The vaquita is endemic to the upper Gulf of California, Mexico. With fewer than ten vaquita estimated remaining in the world, the vaquita is the most endangered marine mammal on the planet and faces imminent extinction unless we take immediate, drastic, and robust action.
Rep. Huffman Secures $11.5M for Community Projects in CA-02
This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2471, the omnibus appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2022, which includes $11.5 million in Community Project Funding for northwest California. The Community Project Funding process allowed local partners to give recommendations on what the federal budget should prioritize.
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 120 4th Street in Petaluma, California, as the “Lynn C. Woolsey Post Office Building”. (H.R. 2842)
History Apr 26, 2021 Introduced Bills and resolutions are referred to committees which debate the bill before possibly sending it on to the whole chamber. Read Text » Jul 20, 2021 Ordered Reported A committee has voted to issue a report to the full chamber recommending that the bill be considered further. Only about 1 in 4 bills are reported out of committee. Jan 28, 2022 On House Schedule The House indicated that this bill would be considered in the week ahead.
It’s Time to Act on Climate: How I’m Pushing for Climate Solutions in the Build Back Better Act
We are in the middle of a climate crisis, and we’re running out of time to change course, decarbonize our economy, and preserve a livable planet. I believe the opportunity to pass a transformative reconciliation package with strong, climate-focused investments is one of our last, best chances to meet the moral, economic, environmental, and existential imperative of this crisis.
Rep. Huffman Praises EPA Steps to Protect Bristol Bay; Urges Permanent Protections for Salmon Against Pebble Mine
By Jared Huffman on Sep 10, 2021 San Rafael, CA – Thursday, Representative Jared Huffman (D- San Rafael) issued the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency’s announcement that they will restart a Clean Water Act review process that would protect Bristol Bay, Alaska from the proposed Pebble Mine project. “I’m pleased to see the EPA take responsibility to restart a science-based protection process that was tossed out under the Trump administration.
In this Game, Bangalore’s Lakes are at Stake
An interactive theatre game aims to inspire people to save lakes in India’s tech capital. by Shailaja Tripathi Sarakki Lake, in Bangalore, India (Photo by Nitin Vyas) Long before Bangalore was known as India’s tech capital, it was known for its 200 lakes. But the title City of Lakes no longer holds true. In the face of rapid urbanisation and pollution, many have disappeared or turned into dead zones.
‘Mind Your Business!’ Two Congressmen Clash Outside House Floor Over Mask Mandate, Then Take Their Fight to Twitter
By Josh FeldmanJul 28th, 2021, 3:10 pm Brendan Hoffman/Getty Images After the CDC announced revised guidelines on masks, Congress’ Attending Physician said that House members are once again required to mask up in the Capitol. Some Republicans have railed against the guidance, and per multiple reports Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (R- CO) threw a mask back at a staffer who offered one. “Rep. Boebert refuses to comply with Speaker Pelosi’s anti-science, totalitarian mask mandate.
Sustaining America’s Fisheries for the Future Act of 2021 (H.R. 4690)
Add a note about this bill. Your note is for you and will not be shared with anyone. Because you are a member of panel, your positions on legislation and notes below will be shared with the panel administrators. (More Info) To reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, and for other purposes. The bill’s titles are written by its sponsor. Sponsor and status Jared Huffman Sponsor. Representative for California's 2nd congressional district. Democrat.
Huffman, Graves Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Combat IUU Fishing, Human Rights Abuses
Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Jared Huffman (D-CA), Chair of the Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife, and Representative Garret Graves (R-LA) introduced the Illegal Fishing and Forced Labor Prevention Act to combat illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing and human rights abuses in the seafood supply chain. This legislation would link IUU fishing to forced labor in the seafood supply chain and make seafood import monitoring more effective.
Close to Home: For inciting a riot, Trump must go
MIKE THOMPSON AND JARED HUFFMAN MIKE THOMPSON AND JARED HUFFMAN ARE MEMBERS OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. January 7, 2021, 10:08AM Updated 8 hours ago Wednesday was a heartbreaking day to serve in Congress. We were elected to represent our constituents and this week, as we began to certify the free and fair election of President-elect Joe Biden, we witnessed a violent insurrection in the halls of the Capitol. The United States has been a beacon of democracy for almost 250 years.
Warren Buffett can undam the Klamath
This year, Americans have reckoned with historic inequalities, and urgent demands for change have been raised from coast to coast. The necessary work of fixing systemic racism and economic inequality is difficult and often complicated: we need to address laws and policies at every level of government and industry. It’s a rare situation indeed where one man can make a single decision to reverse years of injustice.
Warren Buffett can undam the Klamath
October 06, 2020 This year, Americans have reckoned with historic inequalities, and urgent demands for change have been raised from coast to coast. The necessary work of fixing systemic racism and economic inequality is difficult and often complicated: we need to address laws and policies at every level of government and industry. It’s a rare situation indeed where one man can make a single decision to reverse years of injustice.
The Urgent Need to Protect the Post Office and U.S. Elections
The Postal Service is a pillar of our communities, enshrined in the Constitution and essential for providing critical services that we all rely on, including delivering prescriptions, Social Security benefits, paychecks, tax returns, and absentee ballots to millions of Americans, including in rural communities that are often underserved.
Huffman Joins Letter to Postmaster General on Delivery Operations
Photograph: Mike Blake/Reuters Today, Representative Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) joined Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney, the Chairwoman of the Committee on Oversight and Reform, Rep. Peter King, and over 80 Members of Congress in sending a letter to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy expressing deep concerns about operational changes at the U.S. Postal Service that could have negative impacts on service standards and cause significant delays in mail delivery.
California would benefit from a climate-crisis action plan
Opinion // Open Forum Across California, members of our communities are no strangers to the catastrophic impacts of the climate crisis, particularly the devastation wrought by wildfires. In 2018, when over 1.8 million acres in the state burned, the Camp Fire in Northern California officially became the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in our state’s history, breaking a record set only a year before with the Tubbs Fire in Napa and Sonoma counties.
Huffman Leads Committee Members in Letter to Administration Opposing Rushed Oil and Gas Development in Arctic Refuge
Insufficient Biological Opinion Ignores Science, Threatens Endangered Polar Bears Photo credit: Steven Kazlowski Today, Representative Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael), Chair of the Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife, led fellow senior House Natural Resources Committee members in sending a letter to U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary David Bernhardt.
Marin Voice: Congressman lays out House climate committee’s proposal
We are being tested this year. A mass pandemic, historic unemployment and economic collapse, as well as an unprecedented public outcry for police reform and racial justice. Meanwhile, the climate crisis is accelerating. All-time temperature records continue to fall, while air pollution and environmental injustices have acted as a threat multiplier for the country’s most vulnerable populations.
'The Anti-Lincoln'
This week, thoughtful leaders in my district and around the country are doing their best to de-escalate violence and channel our national outrage into peaceful demands for change. This moment should be about confronting our country's original sin — racism — and ending the systemic police abuse that has fueled it for decades. Unfortunately, President Donald Trump sees it differently. Instead of calming and unifying our nation through empathy and conciliation, he did the opposite.
Marin Voice: Congressman identifies ‘would-be Fuehrer’ following Trump’s protest reaction
Congressman Jared Huffman (Frankie Frost/Marin Independent Journal) This week, thoughtful leaders in my district and around the country are doing their best to de-escalate violence and channel our national outrage into peaceful demands for change. This moment should be about confronting our country’s original sin — racism — and ending the systemic police abuse that has fueled it for decades. Unfortunately, President Donald Trump sees it differently.
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