Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 10/4/21: Manchin's Deal, Dem Corruption, Fauci Madness, Pandora Papers, Donziger Jailed, Sinema Tongue Bath, Ozy Media's Collapse, and More!
Oct 4, 2021
The hosts tackle the complexities of Joe Manchin's $1.5 trillion spending bill and the internal strife within the Democratic Party. Amid discussions of the Pandora Papers and corporate lobbying, they scrutinize the media's role in political transparency. Dr. Fauci's statements on COVID lead to a debate about the virus's endemic status. The scandal surrounding Ozy Media reveals startling media integrity issues, while the focus on Steven Donziger highlights judicial challenges. This episode uncovers the intersection of media, politics, and public trust.
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Manchin's Deal Could Fail Reconciliation
- Joe Manchin's proposed cuts to the reconciliation bill could lead to its failure.
- Even within his $1.5 trillion top line, there are irreconcilable differences, especially regarding means-testing.
CNN Defends Lobbyist Heitkamp
- CNN host defends Heidi Heitkamp after Faiz Shakir calls out her lobbying.
- Heitkamp, paid by lobbyists, opposes taxing the wealthy, impacting the reconciliation bill.
Fauci's Christmas Comments
- Dr. Fauci's suggestion that Christmas gatherings might be unsafe is premature.
- This reflects a de facto COVID-zero policy, which is unrealistic for an endemic disease.