Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 1/27/22: SCOTUS, Ukraine, Good News, Amazon Propaganda, Neil Young, School Masking, Vaccine Distribution, Stolen Focus, & More!
Jan 27, 2022
Johann Hari, a best-selling author, discusses the alarming decline of attention spans in our society, attributing it to systemic forces like technology and capitalism. He shares insights from his book 'Stolen Focus,' emphasizing the need for an 'attention movement' to reclaim mental autonomy. The conversation also delves into the implications of COVID-19 restrictions on child development and critiques corporate interests overshadowing public health. Additionally, they touch on the media's role in shaping narratives around important issues, urging for open dialogue.
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Supreme Court Politics
- Justice Breyer's retirement creates an opportunity for Biden to fulfill his promise of nominating a black woman to the Supreme Court.
- This isn't an existential fight like Gorsuch or Kavanaugh because it's not a swing seat.
Ukraine War Politics
- Bipartisan support for war in Ukraine is escalating the situation despite Ukrainians not wanting intervention.
- The U.S. and U.K.'s hawkish stance contradicts European leaders and Ukrainian officials, revealing a disconnect.
Reshoring Manufacturing
- GM is investing $7 billion in Michigan, creating 4,000 jobs and building a new battery factory.
- Intel is investing $20 billion in Ohio for a chip-making facility, generating $100 billion over the next decade.
