Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 12/10/22 - Mini Show: Tom Cotton vs. Kroger, Senate Investigations, Rail Strike Updates, Military Vaccine Battles & MORE!
Dec 10, 2022
Matthew Cunningham-Cook, a journalist focused on labor and rail issues, and Matt Stoller, an antitrust analyst and newsletter author, discuss the clash between Tom Cotton and Kroger over corporate responsibility. They delve into the ongoing rail strike debates and the government's handling of sick leave. The conversation also highlights military vaccine mandates and the implications of CVS's questionable charity initiatives. Finally, they explore the complexities of national park management, questioning corporate influence over public access and the growing homelessness crisis.
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Tom Cotton vs. Kroger
- Senator Tom Cotton challenged Kroger in the Senate over its treatment of Christian employees.
- Two employees sued after being fired for refusing to wear rainbow aprons, receiving a $180,000 settlement.
Performative Politics vs. Real Action
- Republicans verbally criticize Kroger's actions in the Senate, which is performative.
- Actual change requires supporting FTC appointments to effectively block mergers and address viewpoint consolidation.
Expanded Subpoena Power
- Senator Schumer warned corporations about increased subpoena power with Democrats' 51-seat majority.
- This power enables investigations into corporate corruption and inequities without Republican support.