The NPR Politics Podcast Weekly Roundup: Friday October 29th
Oct 29, 2021
President Biden's infrastructure framework takes center stage, slashing its budget from $3.5 trillion to $1.75 trillion. Tensions rise as Democrats grapple with internal divisions over key provisions like universal pre-K. The conversation shifts to abortion rights, where advocates are embracing personal narratives to challenge stigma. Meanwhile, a quirky TikTok trend offers some humor, with a pug's stance deciding between seizing the day or self-care. Lighthearted banter about children's antics and a victorious softball game rounds out the discussions.
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Hometown Politics
- A listener, Matt from West Virginia, describes the political atmosphere in Senator Joe Manchin's hometown.
- Billboards everywhere try to sway the senator's decisions on various issues.
Infrastructure Negotiations
- President Biden's infrastructure negotiations are compared to the unpredictable nature of reality TV.
- Ayesha Roscoe uses the phrase "one day you're in, and the next day you're out," referencing Project Runway.
Infrastructure Bill Compromise
- Democrats compromised on the infrastructure bill, reducing it from $3.5 trillion to $1.75 trillion.
- The bill includes universal pre-K, child care support, elder care, climate initiatives, and Affordable Care Act extensions.