Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar Mini Show #50: WaPo Fact Checker, GOP Candidates, Biden Polling, Big Tech, & More!
Aug 13, 2022
In this captivating discussion, Andrew Perez, a dedicated investigative reporter for The Lever, joins the conversation. He dives into the Washington Post's fact-checking credibility and critiques of GOP senate candidates like Herschel Walker. The group analyzes Biden's polling trends and the ramifications of Big Tech's privacy invasions. They also spotlight labor movements, including Starbucks workers' demands for fair treatment. Expect thought-provoking discussions on media accountability and the complexities of modern electoral dynamics.
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Insufficient Reporting
- Kessler's reporting process seemed insufficient compared to the original reporting.
- He contacted a few agencies asking if they'd heard of the case, which doesn't necessarily disprove the story.
Fact-Checking the Fact-Checker
- The Washington Post's Glenn Kessler questioned the story of a 10-year-old rape victim needing an abortion.
- Andrew Perez from The Lever found inaccuracies in Kessler's reporting, revealing he misrepresented information from officials.
Scott Won't Defend GOP Candidates
- Senator Rick Scott, NRSC chair, refused to defend Republican Senate candidates.
- When pressed about their controversial statements, he pivoted to blaming Biden and inflation.