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11/18/21: Biden Fitness, Opioid Deaths, Inflation Profiteering, The View, Peng Shuai Missing, Buttigieg Doc, Fauci Insanity, Unvaccinated Working Class, and More!

Nov 18, 2021
Chris Arnade, author of "Dignity" and Substack writer, dives into pressing societal issues. He discusses the alarming rise in opioid deaths, connecting it to economic disparities and addiction's impact on the working class. Arnade highlights the debate around vaccinations and personal freedoms amidst misinformation, as well as the concerning situation of Peng Shuai, blending sports with human rights. They also critique Biden's public image and explore the disconnect between elite narratives and everyday struggles, emphasizing the need for genuine community.
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Biden's Declining Approval

  • Joe Biden's approval has declined on personal metrics like empathy and leadership.
  • Voters doubt his health and fitness, and this is reflected in recent polls.
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Opioid Crisis Milestone

  • The opioid epidemic reached a record high of 100,000 overdose deaths last year.
  • Fentanyl is now the leading cause, surpassing all drug overdose deaths in 2016 combined.
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Inflation Profiteering

  • Corporations are exploiting inflation by raising prices beyond increased costs.
  • Two-thirds of top companies report higher profit margins than pre-pandemic.
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