Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 8/9/21: Infrastructure Latest, Chris Cuomo's Vacation, Student Debt Outlook, Obama's Birthday Bash, Bill Gates, Andrew Cuomo Fallout, Right Wing Cancel Culture, Miner Strike, and More!
Aug 9, 2021
Kim Kelly, an independent journalist known for her labor reporting and author of 'Fight Like Hell,' dives into the ongoing Warrior Met coal miner strike, highlighting the resilience of workers and their fight for rights. She discusses the complexities of student loan debt, particularly its disproportionate impact on marginalized communities. The conversation also critiques the disconnect among elites in politics and media, examining the implications of cancel culture and solidarity in labor movements, demonstrating the importance of activism in today's socio-political landscape.
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Infrastructure Bill Breakdown
- The bill includes substantial funding for traditional infrastructure like roads, bridges, and public transit.
- It also addresses broadband internet access, electric vehicle infrastructure, clean energy, and environmental protection.
Trump's Political Motivation
- Trump's opposition seems to stem from a belief that the bill's popularity will benefit Democrats, revealing a party-over-country stance.
- His claim that the bill is a "gift to Democrats" implies he acknowledges its potential popularity.
Trump's Opposition to Infrastructure Bill
- Trump called Biden's infrastructure bill a disgrace and threatened to withhold endorsements from Republicans who vote for it.
- He claims the bill has little to do with infrastructure and is a form of gas tax, which is a misleading argument.
