Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 2/17/22: Ukraine vs Western Media, Freedom Convoy, Woke Recalls, CNN Drama, Obama's Legacy, Vladimir Putin, US-China Relations, & More!
Feb 17, 2022
Robert Kuttner, co-founder of The American Prospect and a political economy expert, joins the discussion on pressing issues. They dissect Ukraine's media portrayal and NATO's role, questioning mainstream narratives. The conversation touches on Canada's crackdown on the Freedom Convoy and the dangerous implications for civil liberties. Kuttner also critiques the Democratic Party’s disconnect with the working class, emphasizing the need for centrism. Finally, they explore the risks of dependency on China for supply chains and its effects on U.S. trade policy.
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Grandma's Nazi Trainers
- NBC News aired a heartwarming story about a 79-year-old Ukrainian grandmother training to resist Russians.
- The group training her turned out to be neo-Nazis, raising concerns about media portrayal and US alliances.
Zero Hedge Censorship
- US intelligence accused Zero Hedge of spreading Russian propaganda without evidence, leading Twitter to flag their links.
- This highlights dangerous censorship through government and tech collaboration, threatening free speech.
Canadian Financial Warfare
- Under the Emergencies Act, Canadian banks are freezing accounts of protest supporters, even small donors.
- This includes canceling credit cards and mortgages, raising concerns about financial warfare and civil liberties.
