Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 7/7/22: Biden Incompetence, Highland Park, Airline Dysfunction, Natural Gas Chaos, GOP Fringe, Oil Market Volatility, & More!
Jul 7, 2022
This discussion features Rory Johnston, an energy analyst and writer for Commodity Context, who dives into the turbulent world of oil markets. He shares insights on the factors driving current oil price volatility, including geopolitical tensions and post-pandemic dynamics. The conversation also touches on Biden's leadership challenges, the implications of recent tragedies, and the chaotic state of the airline industry. Johnston's expertise sheds light on how these issues intertwine and impact everyday consumers.
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Messing's Discontent
- Actress Debra Messing expressed frustration with the Biden administration's response to Roe v Wade being overturned.
- She questioned the point of voting after a disorganized call with White House aides.
Biden's Competence Crisis
- Democrats' disillusionment with Biden goes beyond policy differences, reflecting concerns about his managerial competence.
- This poses a significant challenge to Biden's central promise of restoring competence to the White House.
Democratic Inaction on Abortion
- Democratic staffers are frustrated by the party's inaction on abortion rights, particularly the failure to secure votes on less controversial aspects like rape and incest exceptions.
- The lack of a prepared response to the Roe v Wade decision highlights a broader lack of competence in the Biden administration.