The NPR Politics Podcast Weekly Roundup: Friday, December 13
Dec 13, 2019
Lawmakers navigated tensions of impeachment while managing to strike deals on Space Force and family leave. The Democratic primary heats up as Elizabeth Warren struggles to gain traction against Joe Biden amidst health care critiques. A social media incident involving Greta Thunberg showcases the clash between politics and youth activism. The hosts lighten the mood with humorous political anecdotes and banter about holiday films, blending pop culture with political commentary for a fun listening experience.
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Impeachment Vote Delay
- Democrats were surprised by Chairman Nadler's decision to postpone the impeachment vote.
- Republicans called it a "Bush league play" aimed at manipulating media coverage.
Impeachment "Light"
- President Trump considers the impeachment inquiry "light" compared to past impeachments.
- Domenico Montanaro compared the articles against Nixon, Clinton, and Trump, highlighting the core issue of Trump's alleged election interference.
Number of Articles
- Republicans point to the fewer number of articles against Trump compared to Clinton and Nixon.
- Democrats emphasize the substance of the articles over their quantity.