Stay Free with Russell Brand Control Slipping: Germany’s Vote, Ukraine, Apple, and Joy Reid – SF543
Feb 25, 2025
Germany's elections reveal a shifting political landscape as voters turn away from mainstream parties. Meanwhile, Ukraine's conflict sees increased Western support, with the UK pledging long-term commitment. Censorship and privacy issues emerge as Apple gives in to government demands. The recent changes in media, including Joy Reid's exit from MSNBC, spark discussions on narratives and free speech. The episode dives into the intricate dynamics of nationalism vs. globalism, examining their impacts on democracy and the future of political discourse.
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Modern Democracy
- Russell Brand argues that modern democracy prioritizes preserving power structures, not public will.
- He claims institutions manipulate power to avoid public scrutiny.
Globalism as a Threat
- Brand argues globalism, not nationalism, is the biggest threat to freedom.
- He claims globalist bureaucracies control finance, war, and increasingly, individual lives.
Limited Choice
- Brand points out that opposing political parties often share the same policies, limiting voter choice.
- He uses Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer's identical stances on COVID and the Ukraine war as examples.
