Pivot Rudy Giuliani's on Cameo, Marjorie Taylor Greene's off Twitter (for now), and Baratunde Thurston's on Pivot to discuss it alll
Aug 13, 2021
Baratunde Thurston, an insightful author and commentator, joins the discussion to dissect the latest political absurdities. He humorously imagines the price tag for a Rudy Giuliani Cameo, while Kara critiques the politicization of vaccines. They dive into new census data and its impact on voting demographics. Baratunde predicts a shift in the auto industry toward electric vehicles, and Kara reveals what she'd do with Jeff Bezos' wealth, blending satire with serious societal commentary.
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Giuliani on Cameo
- Baratunde Thurston jokes about Rudy Giuliani joining Cameo and OnlyFans, referencing his Borat appearance.
- Kara Swisher expresses disgust at Giuliani, calling him a "sad, drunken, broke man."
CDC Vaccine Advice
- Pregnant people should get the COVID vaccine, according to new CDC recommendations.
- The CDC's confusing messaging creates an opening for anti-vax rhetoric.
Accountability on Social Media
- Marjorie Taylor Greene's social media suspensions highlight the increasing accountability for online misinformation.
- Her actions, along with Rand Paul's, are deemed harmful and indecent, especially concerning the pandemic.
