Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar

7/25/23: Biden's Aides Desperate To Hide Aging, Ohio Overwhelmingly Backs Pro-Choice, Americans Reject Biden Cluster Bombs, Dorsey Trashes Worldcoin Surveillance, Pinkydoll Tik Tok Phenomenon, Disney Fires DEI, Affirmative Action For The Rich

Jul 25, 2023
The podcast dives into strategic maneuvers by Biden's aides to mask concerns about his age. Ohio's strong support for a pro-choice amendment signals shifting political tides. A critical look at Americans' rejection of cluster bombs for Ukraine reveals growing anti-war sentiment. Jack Dorsey criticizes the dystopian aspects of the WorldCoin initiative. The PinkyDoll TikTok phenomenon highlights the rise of internet celebrity culture. Discussions also revolve around Disney's layoffs of DEI staff and the implications of wealth in elite college admissions.
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ANECDOTE

Biden's Age-Compensating Measures

  • Joe Biden's aides are taking measures to compensate for his age, such as using shorter stairs for Air Force One.
  • He now uses the shorter stairs 84% of the time, compared to 37% previously.
INSIGHT

Impact of Presidential Gaffes

  • Presidential age and gaffes can become significant cultural touchstones, impacting close elections.
  • Chevy Chase's SNL mockery of Gerald Ford's stumbles may have influenced the 1976 election.
ANECDOTE

Trump's Legal Troubles

  • Trump faces new indictment watch for January 6th related charges.
  • The trial for the classified documents case is set for May 2024, amidst the presidential race.
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