Pod Save America “The Media’s Afghanistan Amnesia.”
Aug 24, 2021
This week, Sam Sanders, host of NPR's "It's Been a Minute," joins Jon Favreau and Tommy Vietor for a thought-provoking discussion. They dive into the implications of 'Afghanistan Amnesia' and the chaotic withdrawal from U.S. forces, spotlighting the costly errors made. The trio also tackles growing political polarization and the radical shifts within the Republican Party. With a side of humor, they navigate the absurdities of California's recall elections and underscore the Democrats' need for strategic voter engagement ahead of the midterms.
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Bezos and Afghanistan
- Sam Sanders juxtaposes Jeff Bezos' space trip with the Afghanistan withdrawal.
- He questions America's direction and purpose, highlighting a sense of rudderlessness.
Media Coverage of Afghanistan
- Media coverage of Afghanistan focuses on chaos, not 20-year conflict lessons.
- Protecting human rights globally beyond military intervention is a complex question.
Afghan Casualties
- The cost of the war in Afghanistan was high for both the U.S. and Afghan people.
- 69,000 Afghan soldiers and police died, often overlooked in withdrawal discussions.
