

Krystal Ball and Ryan Grim On The Squad
Dec 1, 2023
Krystal Ball, former MSNBC host, interviews Ryan Grim, author of 'The Squad: AOC and the Hope of a Political Revolution.' They discuss the Squad's relationship to Democratic leadership, criticism of their stance against party bosses, and the pro-Israel super PACS' efforts to oust them. The podcast highlights the challenges faced by progressive politicians, the influence of money in politics, and the impact of the Squad on the progressive movement.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Early Experiences and Opposition to Amazon
04:19 • 22min
The Decline of Major Mass Organizations and the Rise of Twitter
26:25 • 3min
Challenging the Israel-Palestine Narrative
29:29 • 25min
Exploring the Influence of Money in Politics and the Contradictions Faced by Progressive Democrats
54:25 • 3min
The State of the Progressive Movement and the Squad's Impact
57:02 • 2min
Wrapping Up and Holiday Offerings at Bakers
59:29 • 2min