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TARABUSTER with Tara Devlin

Tarabuster Weekday: Republicans Just Can't Quit The Grift

Sep 1, 2023
02:09:49

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Quick takeaways

  • Vivek Rama Swami's deceptive tactics and denial of climate change reflect the Republican party's strategy to maintain power through divisive narratives.
  • Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas's close ties to wealthy donors raise ethical concerns about his impartiality and integrity.

Deep dives

Criticism of Vivek Rama Swami and his grifter persona

Vivek Rama Swami, a Republican figure, has been criticized for his fast-talking and deceptive ways. He has been accused of being a grifter and a sociopath, with his disingenuous smile and empty promises. Rama Swami's claim that climate disaster death rates have declined due to fossil fuels and technology has been debunked by experts who cite better disaster warning systems as the primary reason. He is seen as part of the Republican party's strategy to deny climate change and push divisive and fear-based narratives to maintain their own power. His lack of experience in politics combined with his close ties to controversial figures like Martin Shkreli raises questions about his qualifications and integrity.

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