# State Senate on The No Agenda Show State Senate comes up in 11 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2008 to December 2020. - **Chapters:** 11 - **Episodes:** 11 - **Discussed:** November 2008 – December 2020 - **Related topics:** [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Secretary Of State](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secretary-of-state.md), [Senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [John Kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [State Department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [Assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Cbs News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [Climate Legislation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-legislation.md) ## Chapters 1–11 of 11 ### Mo Brooks and the Electoral College Timeline - **Episode:** [1301: BINO](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1301-bino.md) - **Published:** 2020-12-06 - **Time:** 2:13:46–2:18:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1301-bino/chapter/mo-brooks-and-the-electoral-college-timeline.md Representative Mo Brooks of Alabama outlines the constitutional process for challenging electoral college results on January 6th. If a House member and Senator object, it triggers a vote that could lead to the House of Representatives choosing the President via state delegations. Republicans currently control the majority of these delegations, providing a potential path for a Trump victory. Keywords: [mo brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mo-brooks.md), [electoral college](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electoral-college.md), [january 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6.md), [house of representatives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-representatives.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md), state delegations ### Oregon Senate Quorum, Climate Legislation, Republican Walkout - **Episode:** [1149: Couple of Reds](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1149-couple-of-reds.md) - **Published:** 2019-06-27 - **Time:** 2:42:16–2:43:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1149-couple-of-reds/chapter/oregon-senate-quorum-climate-legislation-republican-walkout.md Eleven Republican state senators in Oregon left the state to prevent a quorum and block the passage of dramatic climate change legislation. The Republicans are demanding a public referendum on the measure rather than a legislative vote. This tactic has effectively stalled the Democratic majority's agenda regarding greenhouse gas emissions. Keywords: [oregon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oregon.md), [state senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-senate.md), [quorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quorum.md), [climate legislation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-legislation.md), republican walkout ### Senate Intelligence Committee Hearing on Russian Hacking - **Episode:** [940: Dealio](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/940-dealio.md) - **Published:** 2017-06-22 - **Time:** 1:45:15–1:49:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/940-dealio/chapter/senate-intelligence-committee-hearing-on-russian-hacking.md DHS and FBI officials testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee regarding Russian attempts to target election systems in 21 states. While officials confirm that no vote tallies were altered, the scope of the "probing" is described as staggering. The hosts criticize CBS News for framing the hearing as a "Trump hit piece" by linking it to the Access Hollywood tape. Keywords: [russian hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-hacking.md), 21 states, [voter registration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voter-registration.md), [dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [senate intelligence committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate-intelligence-committee.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md) ### Barack Obama on Hillary Clinton's Governing Experience - **Episode:** [795: Trump Head](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/795-trump-head.md) - **Published:** 2016-01-31 - **Time:** 2:34:36–2:37:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/795-trump-head/chapter/barack-obama-on-hillary-clinton-s-governing-experience.md In an interview with Politico, President Barack Obama claimed that Hillary Clinton is more experienced than any non-Vice President who has ever sought the office. The hosts challenge this assertion, questioning what Clinton has actually "governed," noting that being a Senator or Secretary of State are legislative and administrative roles rather than executive governing positions. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [politico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/politico.md), [secretary of state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secretary-of-state.md), senator, governing, [vice president](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-president.md) ### Clementa Pinckney Assassination Theory, Political Corruption - **Episode:** [732: Psych!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/732-psych.md) - **Published:** 2015-06-21 - **Time:** 2:01:57–2:04:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/732-psych/chapter/clementa-pinckney-assassination-theory-political-corruption.md The hosts propose a theory that the Charleston shooting was a targeted political hit on State Senator Clementa Pinckney. They cite Pinckney's involvement in local corruption scandals and gerrymandering efforts in Colleton County as potential motives. They suggest Dylann Roof may have been a "Manchurian candidate" style patsy used to mask a political assassination. Keywords: clementa pinckney, [assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination.md), [south carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-carolina.md), [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md), [gerrymandering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gerrymandering.md), state senator ### Austin Club Meeting with Stuart Bowen and Local Elites - **Episode:** [593: Abundance of Caution](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/593-abundance-of-caution.md) - **Published:** 2014-02-24 - **Time:** 1:53–6:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/593-abundance-of-caution/chapter/austin-club-meeting-with-stuart-bowen-and-local-elites.md Adam Curry describes attending a private meeting at the Austin Club, a historic venue in Texas, at the invitation of his constitutional lawyer friend, Eric. The guest speaker was Stuart Bowen, the former Inspector General for the Coalition Provisional Authority in Iraq and a Bush-Cheney transition team insider. Curry details conversations with lobbyists and the head of the Texas Teachers Retirement Fund, noting that a state senate seat in Texas reportedly costs $500,000 to secure. Keywords: austin club, stuart bowen, [eric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric.md), texas teachers retirement fund, [lobbyists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobbyists.md), [state senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-senate.md) ### Bureau of Intelligence and Research and Show Outro - **Episode:** [525: SnowJob](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/525-snowjob.md) - **Published:** 2013-06-27 - **Time:** 2:55:41–2:59:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/525-snowjob/chapter/bureau-of-intelligence-and-research-and-show-outro.md The hosts conclude the show by teasing a future investigation into the State Department's Bureau of Intelligence and Research (INR). They also mention upcoming coverage of Texas Senate Bill 5 regarding abortion legislation. The program ends with a final reminder of the "protect their freedoms" remix and a call for listener support to keep the show independent. Keywords: inr, [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), phillip goldberg, [texas senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-senate.md), [drone star state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drone-star-state.md) ### John Kerry Appointment, Secretary of State Nomination - **Episode:** [472: Conheads in Mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/472-conheads-in-mexico.md) - **Published:** 2012-12-23 - **Time:** 49:09–51:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/472-conheads-in-mexico/chapter/john-kerry-appointment-secretary-of-state-nomination.md President Obama officially nominated Senator John Kerry to succeed Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State. The President praised Kerry's service in Vietnam and his long tenure on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. The hosts revisit the "Swift Boat" controversy and Kerry's past performance in high-profile Senate hearings. Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [secretary of state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secretary-of-state.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md) ### Hillary Clinton and John Kerry Senate Foreign Relations Hearing - **Episode:** [283: Farsi Farce](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/283-farsi-farce.md) - **Published:** 2011-03-03 - **Time:** 4:48–11:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/283-farsi-farce/chapter/hillary-clinton-and-john-kerry-senate-foreign-relations-hearing.md Secretary of State Hillary Clinton appeared before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, chaired by John Kerry, to discuss the State Department's $57 billion budget. Kerry's opening remarks set a tone for intervention in Libya, emphasizing that Muammar Gaddafi has lost legitimacy. The discussion highlights the lack of verifiable video evidence for reported "slaughter of innocents" and suggests the narrative is part of an information war. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), senate foreign relations committee, [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md) ### George Clooney Political Ambitions, California Elections - **Episode:** [243: Big Soda](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/243-big-soda.md) - **Published:** 2010-10-14 - **Time:** 45:02–46:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/243-big-soda/chapter/george-clooney-political-ambitions-california-elections.md Speculation arises regarding George Clooney's potential transition from acting to a high-level political career, such as a U.S. Senator or Secretary of State. His public image and proximity to President Obama are viewed as foundational steps for a future run for office. Keywords: [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/politics.md), [secretary of state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secretary-of-state.md) ### Obama Presidential Transition and Election Trivia - **Episode:** [56: 100 Billion Dollars!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/56-100-billion-dollars.md) - **Published:** 2008-11-08 - **Time:** 0:01–1:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/56-100-billion-dollars/chapter/obama-presidential-transition-and-election-trivia.md Barack Obama held his first press conference as President-elect, which appeared highly scripted and controlled by campaign advisor David Axelrod. In local election news, a candidate named Bacon defeated a candidate named Fries in Denver's State Senate District 14. 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