The Majority Report with Sam Seder 2512 - AOC Endorses Zohran; Neocons Disrupt Trump's Iran Talks w/ Trita Parsi
Jun 5, 2025
Trita Parsi, the executive vice president of the Quincy Institute and author focused on U.S. foreign policy, joins to discuss significant developments in U.S.-Iran relations and the ongoing negotiations surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict. He highlights the implications of the U.S. withdrawal from the nuclear deal and critiques the evolving foreign policy agendas. The conversation touches on internal conflicts within the U.S. administration and the risks of interventionism versus diplomacy. It's an enlightening look into the complexities of Middle Eastern politics.
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Cuomo Ignores DoorDash Donation Ethics
- In the NYC mayoral debate, Andrew Cuomo dismissed concerns about receiving $1 million from DoorDash.
- DoorDash was previously found stealing tips from its workers, highlighting potential conflicts of interest.
Cuomo Dodges Accountability Questions
- Cuomo faced questions about undercounting COVID nursing home deaths and sexual harassment allegations.
- He refused to admit personal regrets, blaming political attacks and blaming the Democratic Party instead.
The Poison Pill Iran Strategy
- Trump's 'maximum pressure' strategy on Iran, influenced by Bolton and Pompeo, was designed to fail and lead to war.
- This approach destroyed the JCPOA and escalated tensions, contrary to effective diplomacy.
