Economist Podcasts Menace to democracy: The January 6th hearings
Jun 17, 2022
Idris Kaloun, The Economist's Washington correspondent, sheds light on the insurrection hearings and the pressure on Mike Pence during the January 6th events, hinting at a lingering threat to democracy. Tim Cross, the technology editor, dives into the fascinating debate about AI sentience and what it truly means. He questions the implications of large language models reflecting human fears and critiques internet shutdowns as ineffective responses to exam cheating, highlighting their costly impact on daily life.
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Trump's Pressure on Pence
- The January 6th committee detailed the pressure on Mike Pence to overturn the election.
- This pressure, orchestrated by Trump, posed a significant threat to American democracy.
Heated Conversation
- Trump's conversation with Pence was heated as he pressured him to overturn the election.
- Pence's refusal to comply was a key moment in the events of January 6th.
Eastman's Theory
- John Eastman's legal theory, advocating for Pence to overturn the election, was a recipe for autocracy.
- Eastman later requested a pardon, suggesting awareness of his actions' illegality.
