Andra Watkins

1 week ago | andrawatkins.substack.com | Andra Watkins

What gave me HOPE this week:Despite the Republican chaos and misery created by global tariff/taxes on practically everyone, followed by flip-flops and almost certain insider trading by the Republican regime and billionaire class…My husband and I sold our former US home. Of all the homes I’ve lived in, it was my favorite. I hope we can replicate this vibe wherever we are. For Such a Time as This is a reader-supported publication.

2 weeks ago | andrawatkins.substack.com | Andra Watkins |Tammy Davis

Today (Wednesday) 9 April 2025. Noon ET. Substack LIVE. I’ll be talking all things economy withMichael Zeitgeist of The Pulse. He’s written some sobering predictions for the US economic trajectory that will be supercharged because of Republican tariff/taxes. We’re going to chat about what could happen and what we can do to protect ourselves. This Substack LIVE is for PAID SUBSCRIBERS. These events are added benefits to thank them for helping me keep my daily newsletters free for everyone.

2 weeks ago | andrawatkins.substack.com | Andra Watkins

A while ago, I joined BlueSky. (Here’s a link in case anyone wants to connect there.) For months, I didn’t post because 1. I’m not the greatest with short takes; and 2. I wasn’t sure I wanted to have yet another social media account that could be taken over by fascists and rendered useless. For background, Alexa+ is an AI-driven version of Alexa. Amazon plans to charge for this “enhanced” Alexa+ service.

2 weeks ago | andrawatkins.substack.com | Andra Watkins

Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade. This Wednesday, 9 April 2025 at Noon ET, I’ll be chatting all things economy with of The Pulse. He’s written some sobering predictions for the US economic trajectory that will be supercharged because of Republican tariff/taxes. We’re going to chat about what could happen and what we can do to protect ourselves. This Substack LIVE is for PAID SUBSCRIBERS. These events are added benefits to thank them for their financial support.

2 weeks ago | andrawatkins.substack.com | Andra Watkins

Because she was delightful. And we talked about Women’s History Month (March). I’m sharing Monday’s Democracy Reading Group recording featuring USA Today bestselling author Pamela Crane with all subscribers. Please buy and read Pam’s books. She’s got something for everyone. GO HERE for a complete list and links to purchase. Yesterday, Jane Matenaer hosted me for a recurring interview at her Civic Media Radio Show Matenaer On Air.