Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 9/25/23: Democrats Freak Over Trump Plus 10 Poll, WGA Strike Reach Agreement, Biden Picket with UAW, Nazi Honored In Canadian Parliament, Shutdown Politics, Menendez Pulls Race Card, Bachelor For Olds, Legalized Bribery, Anti Racist Grifter
Sep 25, 2023
A tentative deal brings the Writers Guild strike to a close after 150 days, highlighting wins for writers and union strength. President Biden makes waves by joining the UAW picket line, signaling a shift in political allegiance towards labor. A shocking honor for a former Nazi figure raises eyebrows about historical narratives and contemporary politics. Meanwhile, Senator Menendez faces serious allegations that stir discord within the Democratic Party. Lastly, the commodification of anti-racism prompts a critique of those profiting from social justice movements.
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Poll Panic
- Democrats are concerned about a poll showing Trump 10 points ahead of Biden.
- Krystal and Saagar discuss the poll's implications and Biden's low approval ratings.
WGA Strike Ends
- The Writers Guild of America (WGA) reached a tentative agreement after a 146-day strike.
- The agreement includes higher streaming compensation, staffing minimums, and AI protections.
Outlier Poll?
- A recent poll shows Trump leading Biden by 10 points, but it's considered an outlier.
- Other polls show a closer race, raising questions about the outlier's methodology.
