The NPR Politics Podcast Weekly Roundup: Friday, November 1
Nov 1, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth Warren unveils a plan for single-payer health care, sparking intense debate over funding and taxes. Tim Morrison's testimony sheds light on Trump's interactions with Ukraine, revealing political maneuvering without legal concern. Excitement builds around the Liberty and Justice Celebration in Iowa as major candidates gear up for the race. The urgency of the impeachment inquiry grows, with a focus on party loyalty and the historical context. Meanwhile, the Nationals' World Series win becomes a symbol of unity amid political divides.
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Warren's Medicare for All Plan
- Elizabeth Warren released a detailed plan to fund Medicare for All, surprising some who expected her to moderate her stance.
- This plan aims to redirect current healthcare spending to the government, not increase overall costs.
Warren vs. Sanders on Medicare for All Funding
- Warren's detailed funding plan distinguishes her from Bernie Sanders, who hasn't provided specifics.
- Sanders has offered options for funding but stated he doesn't need a concrete plan yet.
Morrison's Testimony
- Tim Morrison, a top NSC staffer, testified that he didn't find the Trump-Ukraine call illegal, but he had concerns.
- Morrison confirmed others' accounts that military aid release was linked to a Biden investigation.