Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar Mini Show #56: Dark Money, Herschel Walker, Lincoln Project, Adam Neumann, & More!
Sep 25, 2022
David Sirota, a journalist focusing on economic and political issues, and James Lee, host of 5149, dive into the murky waters of dark money in politics. They discuss its influence on campaigns, particularly in the Georgia Senate race featuring Herschel Walker. The conversation critiques the Lincoln Project's tactics, examines the return of the Clintons to philanthropy, and hilariously recounts a chaotic Southwest Airlines flight where passengers were given ukuleles. Finally, they tackle pressing housing issues and the misleading narratives surrounding them.
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Disclose Act and Dark Money
- The Disclose Act aims to increase transparency in campaign finance by revealing dark money donors.
- This transparency could deter corruption and empower voters.
Democrats and Dark Money
- Democrats support the Disclose Act but won't abolish the filibuster to pass it.
- Dark money helps establishment Democrats maintain their power, raising questions about their commitment.
Dark Money in Democratic Primaries
- Dark money has played a significant role in establishment Democrats winning primaries against progressive challengers.
- Millions were spent in recent primaries through dark money groups to influence nominee selection.