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Not Even Mad
EP 13 | Trump’s Overreach & the Democrats’ Lack of Reach
Feb 6, 2025
Katie Herzog, co-host of 'Blocked and Reported,' brings her sharp political commentary and insights on sobriety, while Jonah Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Dispatch, delivers his expert analysis on current issues. They dive into Trump’s controversial remarks linking a tragic plane crash to DEI policies, questioning the political ramifications. The duo also critiques the Democrats’ branding struggles, explores challenges in urban governance like homelessness, and discusses the impact of halting aid programs on communities, all with spirited debate and humor.
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- Trump's politicization of the military plane crash by blaming DEI initiatives reflects a trend of exploiting tragedies for ideological gain.
- Elon Musk's suspension of USAID programs raises concerns about the potential destabilization of humanitarian efforts and global governance structures.
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Trump's Controversial Remarks on DEI
Donald Trump controversially attributed a recent plane crash that killed 67 people to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. In his remarks, he suggested that the FAA's hiring practices allowed for a range of disabilities among air traffic controllers, implying that this posed a danger. Some analysis indicated that Trump's comments might have been politically motivated, as one of the helicopter pilots had ties to the Biden administration, which he could leverage to stir up controversy. Critics noted that while there are existing DEI programs within the FAA, linking them directly to the incident without evidence reflects a broader trend of politicizing tragic events for ideological purposes.
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