Pod Save America "Fine, we’ll talk about Joe Rogan.”
Feb 8, 2022
Sam Sanders, host of NPR's 'It's Been a Minute,' dives into the tumultuous waters of media controversies and political rhetoric. He tackles the Republican Party's troubling resolution on January 6th, exploring how party loyalty clashes with personal integrity. Sanders also critically examines the contentious impact of Joe Rogan's platform on public trust in media, questioning the responsibilities of streaming services like Spotify. The conversation reveals the challenging dynamics of accountability and misinformation in today's media landscape.
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Pence's Rebuttal
- Mike Pence refuted Donald Trump's claim about having the power to overturn the election.
- Despite this, Pence stopped short of fully rejecting the "big lie" or admitting Trump's loss.
RNC Censure
- The Republican National Committee (RNC) censured Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger for participating in the January 6th investigation.
- This action was taken due to pressure from a small, vocal minority within the party, prioritizing primary election concerns.
Shifting Stance
- The RNC's initial response to the January 6th attack was condemnation.
- However, throughout the meeting, their stance shifted towards downplaying and denying the severity of the event.