🎙️ EP#324 | GUEST | Disrupting the War Machine: CODEPINK’s Stand Against MilitarismIn this no-holds-barred episode, Ray is joined by Danaka Katovich, a fierce anti-war activist and national organizer with CODEPINK, the women-led grassroots movement challenging U.S. militarism head-on. Broadcasting straight from the heart of activism, Danaka breaks down how CODEPINK confronts power in the halls of Congress, calls out bipartisan war hypocrisy, and dismantles political propaganda—one viral clip at a time.They dive deep into the movement’s unapologetic stance on both Gaza and Ukraine, revealing how “no weapons, no war” is not a partisan slogan—but a moral compass. From confronting far-right Israeli officials in D.C. to calling out Democrats who’ve voted to arm Israel, Danaka exposes the systemic failures of elected officials to represent the will of the people. And yes, she addresses the China-funding accusations—with facts, receipts, and a sharp sense of humor.Whether you’re new to the CODEPINK movement or already following their powerful content online, this episode unpacks the inner workings of grassroots activism, nonprofit organizing, and what it truly means to stand for peace in an age of disinformation. Plus, Ray challenges the political gaslighting of protest voices and explores how CODEPINK empowers everyday Americans to find—and use—their voices.🔥 Top 5 Key Points:CODEPINK’s nonpartisan anti-war mission explainedThe viral moment confronting Israel’s Ben Gvir in CongressWhy confronting Democrats like Cory Booker matters tooDebunking China-funding lies and defending CODEPINK’s integrityHow ordinary citizens can start or join local peace chapters🔑 Keywords & Themes:anti-war, CODEPINK, Gaza, Ukraine, ceasefire, grassroots activism, Danaka Katovich, Medea Benjamin, U.S. Congress, military industrial complex, bipartisan critique, defense budget, peace movement, women-led activism, Pentagon audit, political accountability, U.S. imperialism, humanitarian crisis, free speech, misinformation, media narrative, student protests, Tom Cotton, Josh Hawley, political organizing, nonprofit integrity⏳ Chapters & Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: CODEPINK in the House (Literally)02:00 – Medea Benjamin vs. Ben Gvir: Confronting War Crimes05:30 – Capitol Police & Activist Intimidation08:00 – Bird-Dogging Cory Booker: Empty Speeches Exposed10:30 – How CODEPINK Chooses Its Targets13:00 – The Anti-War Mission and Feminist Roots15:00 – Propaganda & False Accusations (China-Funded?)18:00 – Social Media, Bots & The Fight for Narrative21:00 – Comparing Trump vs. Biden Eras for Protest Culture24:30 – No Allies in Congress? CODEPINK’s Loneliness in D.C.27:30 – Back-to-Back: Gaza vs. Ukraine Policy Positions30:00 – The Real “America First”: Invest at Home, Not in War32:00 – CODEPINK Summer School & Getting Involved35:00 – Final Thoughts: Consistency Is Credibility📢 Follow CODEPINK & Join the Movement:🌐 Website: https://www.codepink.org👥 Chapters: https://www.codepink.org/peacemaker📅 Events: https://www.codepink.org/events📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codepinkalert🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/codepink📌 Deep Shallow Dive Socials:📌 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deepshallowdive📌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepshallowdive/📌 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@deepshallowdive📌 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepshallowdive📌 Twitter: https://twitter.com/deepshallowdive📌 Threads: https://threads.net/@deepshallowdive🎯 Top 7 Key Points🚨 Confronting War in Congress🕊️ No Weapons to Gaza or Ukraine🧠 Misinformation as Control💰 Pentagon Audit Failures🌎 Grassroots Chapters Nationwide🗳️ Exposing Bipartisan Hypocrisy👩‍💻 Social Media as the New Frontline

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