Pod Save America "Too Cruel for School."
Mar 8, 2022
Mehdi Hasan, a sharp MSNBC host specializing in international affairs, joins to dissect the alarming array of anti-LGBTQ and abortion laws sweeping through red states. He highlights the misaligned priorities of lawmakers and the emotional toll on vulnerable communities. The conversation also dives into the complexities of U.S. involvement in Ukraine, urging constructive dialogue on global crises. With a touch of humor, they explore the absurdities of social media in politics, making it clear that amidst serious discussions, a little levity goes a long way.
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Fighting Anti-Abortion Laws
- Focus on state and local politics to fight anti-abortion laws.
- Run for office and be vocal about the importance of abortion access.
History of Anti-Abortion Movement
- The modern anti-choice movement is relatively recent, not a long-standing tradition.
- Two-thirds of Americans oppose overturning Roe v. Wade, demonstrating public support for abortion rights.
War is Hell
- Mehdi Hasan's journalistic work is driven by the belief that "war is hell".
- He criticizes those who trivialize war or see it as a political tool.