Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 2/28/24: 100k Michigan Uncommitted Votes, Trump Skyrockets With Youth And Hispanics, Starbucks Caves To Union, Dems Force IVF Vote, Biden Ceasefire Collapses, Students Troll Lockheed Exec, Jon Stewart Torches Biden Russia Israel Hypocrisy, Schumer Demands Ukraine Border Protection, Assange Brother Reveals Dire Stakes
Feb 28, 2024
Gabriel Shipton, a filmmaker and brother of Julian Assange, joins the discussion to shed light on the ongoing legal battle for Assange’s release and what it means for press freedom. The conversation dives into the urgent implications of recent developments in his case and the political pressures surrounding it. Additionally, they explore Trump's rising appeal among young and Hispanic voters and the contentious dynamics of abortion rights legislation, highlighting significant challenges facing Democrats ahead of the 2024 election.
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Starbucks Union Agreement
- Starbucks workers protested the war in Gaza, prompting a lawsuit from Starbucks over logo use.
- This led to negotiations and an agreement on a fair unionization process.
Michigan Primary
- Over 100,000 Michigan Democrats voted "uncommitted" in the primary, rejecting Biden.
- This signals low enthusiasm and potential trouble for Biden in the general election.
Centering the Pain
- Nina Turner emphasized centering the pain of those affected by the Gaza conflict.
- CNN's Anderson Cooper tried to steer the conversation back to electoral politics.