# Alan Grayson on The No Agenda Show Alan Grayson comes up in 7 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2009 to October 2011. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** January 2009 – October 2011 - **Related topics:** [Federal Reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [Audit The Fed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audit-the-fed.md), [Barney Frank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barney-frank.md), [Ben Bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [Excise Tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excise-tax.md), [Florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [Holocaust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holocaust.md), [Internal Revenue Code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internal-revenue-code.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### Alan Grayson's Rhetoric and NATO's Libya Extension - **Episode:** [351: Home for the Holidays](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/351-home-for-the-holidays.md) - **Published:** 2011-10-27 - **Time:** 1:15:31–1:19:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/351-home-for-the-holidays/chapter/alan-grayson-s-rhetoric-and-nato-s-libya-extension.md Former Congressman Alan Grayson accused Republicans of being "killers" and using racist tactics against President Obama. Meanwhile, NATO has decided to extend its mission in Libya despite the death of Muammar Gaddafi, citing requests from transitional leaders. Although the US claims no "boots on the ground," video evidence suggests NATO troops are active in the region. Keywords: [alan grayson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-grayson.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [paul ryan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-ryan.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md) ### Alan Grayson, Corporate Political Contribution Tax Bill - **Episode:** [169: Shysters Show Up](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/169-shysters-show-up.md) - **Published:** 2010-01-28 - **Time:** 22:33–24:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/169-shysters-show-up/chapter/alan-grayson-corporate-political-contribution-tax-bill.md Representative Alan Grayson of Florida proposed HR 4431, a bill seeking to impose a 500% excise tax on corporate contributions to political committees. The hosts discuss the lack of media coverage for the bill, attributing it to the media's financial interest in political advertising. Keywords: [alan grayson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-grayson.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), hr 4431, [internal revenue code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internal-revenue-code.md), [excise tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excise-tax.md) ### Alan Grayson, Federal Reserve Market Manipulation Hearing - **Episode:** [142: Obamaland](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/142-obamaland.md) - **Published:** 2009-10-25 - **Time:** 40:48–43:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/142-obamaland/chapter/alan-grayson-federal-reserve-market-manipulation-hearing.md Florida Congressman Alan Grayson is seen grilling the head counsel for the Federal Reserve regarding the audit of gold reserves and potential stock market manipulation. During the hearing, the attorney admits that JP Morgan Chase executes trades for the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The hosts praise Grayson's aggressive questioning style, noting that even his fellow Democrats seem to dislike his approach. Keywords: [alan grayson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-grayson.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [jp morgan chase](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jp-morgan-chase.md), [stock market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stock-market.md), gold audit, [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md) ### Alan Grayson, Nattering Nabobs of Negativism - **Episode:** [135: Google Wave Invite](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/135-google-wave-invite.md) - **Published:** 2009-10-01 - **Time:** 34:19–40:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/135-google-wave-invite/chapter/alan-grayson-nattering-nabobs-of-negativism.md Florida Congressman Alan Grayson appeared on Rachel Maddow's show to discuss his use of the word "Holocaust" to describe the healthcare crisis. Grayson criticized Republicans for blocking legislation despite the Democratic majority. The segment highlights Grayson's use of the phrase "nattering nabobs of negativism," originally coined by Spiro Agnew. Keywords: [alan grayson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-grayson.md), [rachel maddow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-maddow.md), [spiro agnew](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spiro-agnew.md), [holocaust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holocaust.md), [republicans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republicans.md) ### Alan Grayson, Ben Bernanke, Foreign Central Bank Currency Swaps - **Episode:** [116: German Soldiers On American Soil This Week](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/116-german-soldiers-on-american-soil-this-week.md) - **Published:** 2009-07-27 - **Time:** 30:11–35:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/116-german-soldiers-on-american-soil-this-week/chapter/alan-grayson-ben-bernanke-foreign-central-bank-currency-swaps.md During a C-SPAN broadcast of a House Financial Services Committee hearing, Congressman Alan Grayson questioned Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke regarding $553 billion in central bank liquidity swaps. Bernanke admitted he did not know specifically which foreign financial institutions received the funds after they were transferred to foreign central banks. Grayson highlighted a $9 billion swap with New Zealand as an example of credit extended abroad rather than to Americans. Keywords: [alan grayson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-grayson.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), currency swaps, [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md) ### Audit the Fed Bill, Alan Grayson, Inspector General - **Episode:** [96: Water Weed And Weasels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/96-water-weed-and-weasels.md) - **Published:** 2009-05-10 - **Time:** 57:36–1:01:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/96-water-weed-and-weasels/chapter/audit-the-fed-bill-alan-grayson-inspector-general.md Ron Paul's "Audit the Fed" bill (HR 1207) has gained 148 co-sponsors, moving closer to the 218 required for a vote. A viral clip features Congressman Alan Grayson questioning Federal Reserve Inspector General Elizabeth Coleman about $9 trillion in off-balance sheet obligations. Coleman's inability to explain where the money went or who received it highlights a lack of transparency within the central bank. Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [audit the fed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audit-the-fed.md), [alan grayson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-grayson.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), elizabeth coleman ### Alan Grayson, Federal Reserve Transparency Hearing - **Episode:** [66: Throwin' The "Oh"](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/66-throwin-the-oh.md) - **Published:** 2009-01-17 - **Time:** 1:03:24–1:09:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/66-throwin-the-oh/chapter/alan-grayson-federal-reserve-transparency-hearing.md Congressman Alan Grayson is praised for his aggressive questioning of Federal Reserve Vice Chairman Donald Kohn regarding the $1.2 trillion lent to financial institutions. The Fed's refusal to name specific banks that received taxpayer funds is a central point of contention. Barney Frank's role as chairman during the hearing is also criticized. Keywords: [alan grayson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-grayson.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), donald kohn, [barney frank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barney-frank.md), [transparency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transparency.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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