Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 8/12/21: Cuomo Resigns, Infrastructure Passes, Media's Covid Hysteria, Rand Paul Censored, Ron DeSantis Roasted, Climate Disaster, Media Fails, Obama, and More!
Aug 12, 2021
David Sirota, a prominent journalist and writer for The Daily Poster, dives into the whirlwind of political drama surrounding Andrew Cuomo's resignation and the implications of leadership accountability. The conversation critiques media misinformation on COVID-19 and how this sensationalism fuels vaccine hesitancy. Sirota also emphasizes the urgent need for a new economic model to address climate change and inequality, while questioning media ethics and the political focus on cultural issues over crucial labor concerns.
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Cuomo's Resignation
- Andrew Cuomo resigned as New York Governor, avoiding impeachment after losing support from everyone, including Joe Biden.
- His top aide, Melissa DeRosa, resigned, and he faces potential criminal charges from several women.
Cuomo's Strategy
- Cuomo's resignation aims to shorten the news cycle and potentially allow for a political comeback.
- He oscillates between denying accusations and apologizing, blaming cancel culture.
Biden's Praise, Cuomo's Failures
- Biden praised Cuomo's work as governor, despite scandals like the Tappan Zee Bridge bolt failure and cover-up.
- Cuomo's performative leadership overshadowed his failures, potentially aiding comeback hopes.