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I want you! (to fight the culture war)
Jul 24, 2023
Jonathan Blitzer, a political analyst at The New Yorker, and Lee Zoe, a politics reporter at Fox News, dive into the intense culture war over the defense bill. They discuss how far-right amendments are reshaping military funding and aligning it with social issues like abortion and transgender rights. McCarthy’s struggle to balance party divisions adds tension, along with the impact of restrictive abortion laws on military recruitment. The conversation rounds off with insights on representation in media, sparked by the story of a black superhero toy.
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- The Defense Bill amendments shift focus to cultural issues like DEI initiatives and transgender rights.
- Introducing these amendments reveals Republican divisions and challenges House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's leadership.
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The Controversial Amendments in the Defense Bill
The recent Defense Bill involving an enormous budget for U.S. military and national defense has stirred controversy due to additions by the Freedom Caucus. These amendments have shifted the focus from traditional defense matters towards cultural issues like DEI initiatives, abortion, and transgender rights. The conflict arises as these amendments run counter to the bipartisan nature of the bill, marking a departure from past years.
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