RFK Jr. and Dean Phillips' campaigns, Bowman's misdemeanor, pharmacy closures, populist revolt, Biden's over-valued home, and driverless cars are discussed in this episode.
Joe Biden's sale of a house to an MBNA donor for a significantly higher price than its value raises ethical questions and highlights the need for transparency in political financing.
Cruise's self-driving car project, known as Robotaxi, faced setbacks after a crash during testing, questioning the safety, reliability of self-driving technology, and concerns about privacy and government control.
Deep dives
Biden's house sale raises ethical concerns
Joe Biden's sale of a house to an MBNA donor for a significantly higher price than its value raises ethical questions. The deal, which took place in 1996, allowed Biden to collect money directly from a major donor. The recent news about the transaction has brought attention to the potential conflict of interest and the need for transparency in political financing.
Cruise Robotaxi faces setback
Cruise's self-driving car project, known as Robotaxi, experienced a setback after a crash during testing. The incident has raised questions about the safety and reliability of self-driving technology. Critics of the project argue that the risks and potential dangers outweigh the benefits, particularly in terms of privacy and government control.
Concerns about self-driving cars
The idea of self-driving cars has raised concerns regarding privacy, government control, and the reliability of the technology. Some worry that self-driving cars would force human drivers off the road and lead to increased surveillance and monitoring. Additionally, the recent accidents involving self-driving cars highlight the need for thorough testing and safeguards before widespread implementation.
Biden's corruption and declining approval
Recent revelations about Joe Biden's alleged corrupt practices, such as the questionable house sale and his brother's financial dealings, have affected his approval ratings. With only a 40.7% approval rating and a majority disapproval rating, Biden's presidency is facing significant challenges. These revelations, coupled with concerns about his cognitive abilities, have led to calls for his replacement as the Democratic candidate.
In this episode, Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Jack Fowler examine the campaigns of RFK Jr. and Dean Phillips, Bowman's misdemeanor sentence, pharmacies closing, populist revolt, Biden sold over-valued home, and driverless cars.