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“Democracy or the Filibuster.” (with Alyssa Mastromonaco!)

Mar 18, 2021
Jason Concepcion, co-host of the sports podcast Take Line, dives deep into the rise of anti-Asian racism following the Atlanta shooting, advocating for greater societal awareness and challenging systemic biases. The conversation shifts to President Biden's stance on filibuster reform and its implications for democracy. The hosts also critique Republican politics regarding immigrant children at the border, unraveling the complexities of immigration reform and the urgent need for compassionate policies amidst shifting public opinions.
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ANECDOTE

Jeremy Lin Interview

  • Jason Concepcion and Rene Montgomery interviewed Jeremy Lin on their podcast "Take Line".
  • They discussed Lin's NBA journey and experiences with anti-Asian racism.
INSIGHT

Shooter's "Bad Day"

  • The sheriff's official's comment about the Atlanta shooter having a "bad day" reflects a troubling pattern.
  • It reveals an instinct to empathize with the white perpetrator over the Asian victims.
INSIGHT

Unconscious Racism

  • Racism can exist without conscious awareness of motivations.
  • Accepting the shooter's explanation less than 24 hours after the attack was irresponsible.
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