Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 8/31/21: Afghanistan War Ends, Covid Hysteria, Mask Wars, Mass Evictions, The View Shakeup, Rachel Maddow's Future, China's Semiconductor Heist, Pentagon Power with Matt Taibbi, and More!
Aug 31, 2021
Matt Taibbi, an independent journalist known for his sharp analyses of politics and media, dives into the complex aftermath of the Afghanistan withdrawal, examining the war's tragic toll and media narratives. The conversation explores contentious mask mandates in schools amidst the pandemic and the eviction crisis spurred by the Supreme Court's decision. Taibbi critiques Rachel Maddow's evolving role at MSNBC and the implications for the future of cable news, all while unpacking the influence of the military-industrial complex on U.S. politics.
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War in Afghanistan Ends
- The last American troops left Afghanistan, marking the first time in 20 years without U.S. presence.
- The withdrawal, while chaotic, airlifted 114,000 people, including 5,400 Americans, since August 14th.
Tragic End to the War
- The war in Afghanistan ended with a tragic drone strike, killing 10 civilians, including 7 children.
- The incident reflects the war's pattern: young Americans and Afghans paying the price for the conflict.
The Cowardice of Forever Wars
- Cowardice is politically rewarded in Washington, incentivizing continued low-grade conflicts like Afghanistan.
- The US military industrial complex preferred this hellish status quo to a true withdrawal.