S4E15: Standing Against Corporate Power with Congressman Dennis Kucinich

<div class="text-lg pt-4 text-left prose-lg"> <p>In this podcast episode of the Work From Home Show, former Ohio congressman Dennis Kucinich is interviewed about his experiences fighting against a utility monopoly and corporate interests in Cleveland. He discusses his book "The Division of Light and Power" and the importance of protecting public ownership and assets from corporate interests. The conversation then shifts to Kucinich's role as the chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus and his experiences working with Republicans during his time in Congress. </p> <p><em>Dennis Kucinich's background and book [00:01:22]</em> Congressman Dennis Kucinich talks about his book "The Division of Light and Power" and his experiences fighting against a utility monopoly and corporate interests in Cleveland.</p> <p><em>How citizens can fight back against privatization efforts [00:09:14]</em> A third person asks how citizens can fight back against privatization efforts and Kucinich discusses the importance of asking questions and making issues out of undervalued public assets.</p> <p><em>The Cost of Privatization [00:10:24]</em> Congressman Kucinich discusses the negative impact of privatization on taxpayers and rate payers in Cleveland.</p> <p><em>Corporate Interests and Political Corruption [00:13:15]</em> Congressman Kucinich talks about the attempts of corporations to buy off politicians through campaign contributions and his personal experience with a bank's offer.</p> <p><em>Combatting Income Inequality [00:18:51]</em> Congressman Kucinich suggests creating a jobs program to combat income inequality and ensure every able-bodied person has an opportunity to make a living.</p> <p><em>Full Employment Economy [00:20:03]</em> Congressman Kucinich discusses the challenges of finding meaningful work with benefits, especially during COVID-19, and advocates for a full employment economy.</p> <p><em>Working Across the Aisle [00:21:17]</em> Kucinich shares his experience of working with Republicans in Congress, including Tom