Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 11/4/21: Election Day Takeaways, Media Meltdown, SALT Tax, Barstool Conservatism, Worker Demands, and More!
Nov 4, 2021
Marshall Kosloff, a political analyst, fills in to discuss the recent election outcomes, focusing on Virginia’s GOP shift and voter dissatisfaction. Oren Cass, from American Compass, sheds light on evolving worker attitudes toward unions amid the Great Resignation. They explore the impact of economic issues on voting behavior and the media's fixation on cultural narratives. The duo analyzes the implications of the SALT tax for wealthier individuals and the Biden administration's need for a strategic reset to address worker concerns more effectively.
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Virginia's Political Shift
- Every Virginia county shifted Republican since 2020.
- This broad shift suggests widespread dissatisfaction, not isolated demographics.
Voter Dissatisfaction
- Dissatisfaction with the economy and lack of normalcy fueled the shift.
- Ten-year spending bills won't address immediate voter concerns.
Rejection of Status Quo
- American voters consistently reject the status quo in election cycles.
- This pattern reveals a desire for change that isn't being met.