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The Daily Show: Ears Edition

House Impeaches Secretary Mayorkas | Joshua Green & Lashana Lynch

Feb 15, 2024
Jordan Klepper tackles the impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas and the special election win. Joshua Green discusses his book on economic populists and progressive economic policies. Lashana Lynch talks about portraying Rita Marley and the importance of getting her story right.
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Lashana Lynch
Joshua Green

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Quick takeaways

  • The rise of left-wing populism in the Democratic Party was catalyzed by the financial crisis of 2008 and has seen success in implementing progressive economic policies in Biden's presidency.
  • The biopic 'Bob Marley: One Love' highlights the crucial role and peaceful presence of Rita Marley, portraying her accurately and bringing attention to her contributions to Jamaican culture and the African continent.

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Overview of the Podcast Episode

In this podcast episode, the guest discusses the rise of left-wing populism in the Democratic Party, focusing on figures such as Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The guest presents the financial crisis of 2008 as a catalyst for the movement, with dissatisfaction over the government's response leading to the emergence of progressive voices. The guest highlights how Joe Biden's presidency has managed to unite the populist and moderate wings of the party through implementing policies advocated by Warren and Sanders. They also discuss the challenges faced by the Democratic Party in dealing with the Israel-Palestine conflict, as progressive voices within the party challenge Biden's initial pro-Netanyahu stance.

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