The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Sen. Raphael Warnock | Holy Smokes
Apr 18, 2025
Sen. Raphael Warnock, a former pastor and Georgia's U.S. Senator, shares his insights on social justice and economic equality. He highlights the emotional weariness many Americans feel, especially post-pandemic. Warnock critiques a budget plan he believes favors billionaires over struggling citizens. The conversation touches on national spiritual crises and the consequences of political decisions on the most vulnerable. With humor and depth, he emphasizes the need for hope and unity in addressing societal challenges.
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America's Soul-Weary State
- Many Americans feel soul-weary due to the pandemic, war, and social division.
- This collective angst represents a deep, low-grade emotional fever affecting the nation.
The Power of Hope
- Hope is essential because losing it means giving up the fight.
- Those in power try to weaponize despair to discourage resistance, but people must prove them wrong.
Tariffs Hurt Ordinary People
- Tariffs being used indiscriminately raise costs as a hidden sales tax on ordinary people.
- Meanwhile, tax cuts are aimed at billionaires, which is deeply problematic and unfair.