Overtime – Episode #638: Andrew Cuomo, Scott Galloway, Melissa DeRosa
Oct 28, 2023
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Scott Galloway, and Melissa DeRosa discuss Trump's popularity, AI misinformation, controversy of counting COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes, and the handling of the migrant crisis.
A lack of trust in the justice system due to perceived political influence can pose a threat to societal order.
The rise of online aggression in politics, driven by personal vendettas and attacking individuals, distracts from discussing important issues.
Deep dives
Public Perception of Politically Motivated Cases Against Trump
A poll conducted after Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg brought the first case against Donald Trump showed that 76% of Americans believed the cases were politically influenced. This high percentage reflects a lack of trust in the justice system, which can lead to larger problems for the country. The public perception that politics influence the justice system suggests a potential threat to societal order.
Politics and Personal Vendettas
Discussing the nature of politics, it is argued that some people are more interested in personal vendettas and attacking individuals rather than focusing on policy. The rise of social media and the influence of the younger generation, raised in a culture of online aggression and passive aggressiveness, has led to politics becoming a sport where taking down opponents is more important than policy or governance. This trend can distract from discussing the facts and issues at hand, hindering progress.
China's Potential AI Misinformation Campaign
The podcast raises concerns about China's potential use of artificial intelligence (AI) to disseminate misinformation and manipulate elections. It is predicted that in the first two quarters of the upcoming year, a significant wave of AI-driven misinformation campaign will occur, possibly orchestrated by the Russian government. The aim is to disrupt elections and sow chaos, exploiting social media platforms that lack fidelity to the public good.