Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar Mini Show #26: SCOTUS, Defense Stocks, Corporate Feminism, Nuclear Power, & More!
Mar 12, 2022
Michael Schellenberger, author of "Apocalypse Never," discusses the geopolitical dangers of Europe’s energy reliance on Russia and critiques its phase-out of nuclear power. James Lee, a citizen journalist, analyzes the influence of MBA programs on corporate behavior and the disconnect between rising profits and worker struggles. They explore corporate feminism, emphasizing its failure to address real issues faced by working-class women, and highlight the ethical dilemmas of lawmakers profiting from defense stocks amidst global tensions.
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Pro-Corporate Influence on the Supreme Court
- The Supreme Court's pro-corporate ideology is shaped by the law and economics movement.
- This movement, funded by corporate interests, influences judges with all-expenses-paid trips and promotes right-wing rulings.
War Profiteering and Hypocrisy
- Defense stocks profit during wartime, contradicting Marjorie Taylor Greene's stance against war profiteering.
- She invested in defense stocks before denouncing such actions.
MLB Lockout and Corporate Greed
- The MLB lockout stems from billionaire owners seeking more profits, despite paying lower taxes than players.
- This reflects a broader national trend where the wealthy prioritize profit over worker well-being.
