The Young Turks What The Shell - May 16, 2025
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May 17, 2025 Political rhetoric takes center stage as hosts unpack a former FBI director's controversial social media post and its implications for violence. Amid heated discussions about accountability, they spotlight the hypocrisy in responses from both sides of the aisle. The challenges of addressing complex issues like Medicaid cuts and tax policies reveal deep divides within the Republican party. A student's graduation speech ignites controversy, raising questions about free speech amidst the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict and the urgent need for humanitarian accountability.
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Misinterpretation of Comey's '86 47' Post
- The "86 47" shells post by James Comey is easily misinterpreted but likely meant as a nonviolent political statement.
- Critics who claim it's a call for assassination reveal more about their own mindset than his intent.
Right Wing Hypocrisy on Violence
- Trump's history of endorsing violence contradicts his supporters' outrage over Comey's post.
- The right wing uses double standards to justify violent rhetoric when it aligns with their politics.
Republican Split on Tax Cut Debt
- Republicans are contradicting their usual stance by opposing a $5 trillion debt ceiling increase for tax cuts.
- This shift reveals internal party conflict but the underlying intent to benefit the rich remains unchanged.