The MeidasTouch Podcast Goodbye #CanCruz with Miles Taylor
Feb 19, 2021
Miles Taylor, former Chief of Staff at the Department of Homeland Security and co-founder of RePAIR, shares insights on political accountability and the failures of leadership during Texas's winter storm crisis. They discuss Ted Cruz's controversial vacation and the absurdity of blaming the Green New Deal for systemic issues. Taylor delves into disinformation in politics, the need for reform within the GOP, and advocates for a centrist movement to reclaim core values. He also emphasizes the urgency of raising the minimum wage and protecting voting rights.
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Cruz's Cancun Trip
- Brett Meiselas recounts the initial uncertainty surrounding Ted Cruz's Cancun trip.
- Photos emerged of a Cruz look-alike, sparking debate and hashtags like #FledCruz.
Dunk vs. Jam
- Ben Meiselas recalls Brett's childhood misunderstanding of basketball terminology.
- Brett believed "dunk" and "jam" were distinct actions based on one or two hands.
Exposing Politicians
- Use humor and persuasive messaging to expose political figures like Ted Cruz.
- The Meiselas brothers created a satirical ad about Cruz's Cancun trip during the Texas crisis.
