Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 9/29/21: Pelosi Betrayal, Generals Under Fire, Federal Reserve Corruption, Harvard Mania, R Kelly, Mint the Coin, Ken Griffin, Rhode Island Politics, and More!
Sep 29, 2021
This conversation features Bernie Sanders, the progressive U.S. Senator from Vermont. He discusses the fallout from Nancy Pelosi's controversial decision regarding infrastructure bills, sparking unrest among progressives. The podcast dives into federal reserve corruption, highlighting questionable actions by its leaders, and examines political accountability post-Afghanistan withdrawal. Sanders also shares insights on innovative proposals like minting a trillion-dollar coin to address the debt ceiling crisis and reflects on grassroots movements challenging political inequities.
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Pelosi's Broken Promise
- Nancy Pelosi broke her promise to progressives by decoupling the infrastructure and reconciliation bills.
- This has caused outrage and jeopardizes both bills' passage.
Biden's Leadership Failure
- Biden's passive approach to the infrastructure and reconciliation bills is a major leadership failure.
- He relied on Congress, didn't use the White House's influence, and now faces a potential debt ceiling default.
Sinema's Obstruction
- Kyrsten Sinema refuses to specify what she wants from the bill, only what she opposes.
- Meanwhile, she fundraises from groups opposing the bill, suggesting her focus is on personal gain.