Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar

Mini Show #55: Queen Elizabeth, Union Busting, Insider Trading, Credit Cards, & More!

Sep 18, 2022
Matt Stoller, an antitrust expert, and Congressman Ro Khanna, a Silicon Valley representative, dive into the implications of youth voter dynamics and the legacy of Queen Elizabeth II. They explore how these factors play into modern American politics and elections. The discussion critiques corporate union-busting tactics at Starbucks and dives into the inequities of the U.S. credit card system. They also advocate for reforms like the FedNow initiative, aiming to modernize the payment landscape and tackle monopolistic practices.
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INSIGHT

Youth Voter Surge

  • Young people and women are registering to vote in larger numbers after the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
  • This shift is particularly noticeable in states where abortion access is directly on the ballot.
ANECDOTE

Censorship of Royal Criticism

  • Twitter censored a tweet criticizing Queen Elizabeth, citing potential harassment.
  • This action sparked debate about censorship and free speech, especially given the Queen's status as a public figure.
ANECDOTE

Fleischer's Saudi Connection

  • Ari Fleischer stopped his annual 9/11 live-tweeting after taking a job with the Saudi-backed LIV Golf.
  • Critics see this as a conflict of interest, given the alleged Saudi involvement in 9/11.
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