The Adam Friedland Show Podcast RO KHANNA | Elon Musk, Bernie Sanders, Can We Fix This?
Jun 4, 2025
Ro Khanna, a California Congressman and progressive leader, dives into the absurdities of Congress, blending humor with political commentary. He reflects on the impact of past campaigns, particularly Bernie Sanders' grassroots movement, and the role of wealth in politics. The conversation touches on the disconnect between Silicon Valley elites and social needs, the importance of maintaining social services, and the challenges facing the Democratic Party. Khanna emphasizes the need for community engagement and the potential for grassroots mobilization to drive political change.
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2020 Primary Collusion Experience
- Ro Khanna recounts the 2020 Democratic primary betrayal when establishment forced Bernie-supporting candidates to drop out.
- He felt it was a collusion that robbed the progressive movement of a fair chance.
Economic Aristocracy vs Government
- Economic aristocracy controls wealth and power, demanding effective government as a counterbalance.
- Majority of Americans distrust government, causing the central problem of transforming opportunity through governance.
Bernie’s Campaign Intersectionality Challenge
- Bernie Sanders tried incorporating intersectionality and multiracial aspects into his 2020 campaign.
- This focus may have confused and distracted his original political message.