Political Gabfest Only 100 Days
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May 1, 2025 
Dan Diamond, a seasoned White House reporter for The Washington Post specializing in health policy, joins the discussion on the chaotic first 100 days of the Trump administration. He shares insights on how health policies have shifted, revealing the consequences of funding cuts that impact public health and vaccination rates. The conversation also dives into the implications of a proposed religious charter school in Oklahoma, raising questions about taxpayer funding and the separation of church and state.
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Retribution and Efficiency in Governance
- The Trump administration's first 100 days show a pattern of targeted vengeance against opponents across firms, universities, and media.
- The administration is highly efficient in executing its retribution and policy agenda in this chaotic period.
Tariffs' Toll on Small Businesses
- Small businesses importing goods suffer greatly due to tariffs, with some facing existential threats.
- The pain is personal and acute, impacting livelihoods as owners struggle to afford inventory and maintain their businesses.
Risks of Gutting Research Capacity
- Cutting research and surveillance programs will degrade the quality of hurricane forecasting, disease tracking, and environmental safety.
- This undermines America’s scientific leadership and harms public health incrementally but profoundly over time.