Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 1/18/23 Counter Points: Davos Summit/GOP Dreams Social Security Cuts/Republican Candidate Arrested for Hiring Assassins/Joe Rogan on Biden Docs/MTG vs Lauren Boebert/Alexander Hamilton on Debt Ceiling/American Pessimism/Clinton Email Hacker Interview
Jan 18, 2023
Sam Biddle, a journalist from The Intercept known for his insights on hacking, joins the conversation about the recent Davos Summit and its unraveling influence. They explore the bizarre disconnect between elite discussions and public sentiment on important issues like retirement and political violence, including the shocking arrest of a GOP candidate. Biddle delves into the journey of a former hacker, Guccifer, who disrupted political narratives and reflects on the implications of digital intrusion in global politics. Expect humor, rivalry in Congress, and a critical look at American pessimism.
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Davos's Focus
- The World Economic Forum (Davos) is seen as a gathering of elites clinging to power.
- Their vision of globalization focuses on capital and elites, not broader access.
Internet Regulation Debate
- EU internet regulation offers better data privacy but raises free speech concerns.
- American journalists at Davos seem receptive to EU-style censorship.
Conflicting GOP Messaging on Work
- Congressman Rick Allen claimed people ask him to raise the retirement age, which seems false.
- Republicans send mixed messages, claiming both that no one wants to work and that people want to work more.