Pod Save America “Trump’s Medicare For None plan.”
Mar 11, 2019
Kara Swisher, a New York Times contributing writer and host of Recode Decode, joins the conversation to tackle some pressing issues. They dissect Trump's budget proposal, revealing its devastating cuts to Medicare and Medicaid aimed at financing tax breaks for the wealthy. Swisher and Jon Favreau also discuss Elizabeth Warren's bold plan to regulate tech giants like Amazon and Facebook. The duo critiques the evolving dynamics within the Democratic Party and explores the necessity for progressive reforms amidst rising political tensions.
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Running with Beto Premiere
- Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor discuss the premiere of "Running with Beto".
- The documentary follows Beto O'Rourke's campaign and the dedication of his volunteers, even in loss.
Trump's Budget Proposal
- Trump's budget proposal cuts domestic programs to fund his wall and military spending.
- The proposed cuts to Medicare and Medicaid are substantial and politically damaging for Trump.
Unsound Strategy
- Trump's budget seems strategically unsound, prioritizing border funding over domestic programs.
- This reflects the Republican strategy of tax cuts for the wealthy followed by spending cuts for essential programs.