Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar

CounterPoints #2: Putin Escalation, Big Tech Fight, Israel-Palestine, Surveillance Capitalism, Railway Workers, & More!

Sep 23, 2022

Max Alvarez, Editor-in-chief of The Real News Network and host of Working People, joins the discussion on critical issues facing society today. They delve into Putin's military mobilization and its global implications. The conversation shifts to Big Tech, exploring a ruling against monopolies and the challenges of surveillance capitalism. Alvarez also highlights labor issues, including the struggles of railway workers amidst ongoing negotiations. Additionally, tensions surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict and its impact on U.S. politics are examined.

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Quick takeaways

The investigation into the killing of Palestinian American journalist, Shireen Abu Akleh, highlights the importance of protecting journalists' safety in conflict zones and raises concerns about the Israeli government's actions.

The launch of Walmart's virtual try-on feature raises concerns about consumer privacy in the age of surveillance capitalism, emphasizing the need for better safeguards for personal data.

The controversy surrounding Representative Rashida Tlaib's comments on Israel's apartheid government exposes the ongoing debate about supporting Israel while advocating for human rights and equal treatment.

Deep dives

Investigation reveals details of journalist's killing

A thorough investigation by London-based forensic architecture and Palestinian Human Rights Organization, Al-Haq, provided detailed evidence regarding the killing of Palestinian American journalist, Shireen Abu Akle. The investigation reconstructed the scene using drone footage and combined it with eyewitness testimonies. The evidence showed that the shooter intentionally targeted Shireen and other journalists using a high-powered rifle. The investigation also raised concerns about the Israeli government's actions and highlighted the importance of protecting journalists' safety in conflict zones.

Intro

2min

Current Affairs and Ongoing Negotiations: A Breakdown

2min

Tensions in Funding and Global Conflicts

29min

Tlaib and the Israeli Debate

9min

Navigating Virtual Try-Ons and Data Privacy

10min

Navigating Antitrust and Labor Challenges

29min

Labor Union Dynamics and Potential Rail Shutdown

5min

Ryan Grim and Emily Jashinsky discuss Putin's military mobilization, a ruling against big tech, Shireen Abu Akleh, Dem fight on Israel, surveillance capitalism, FTC hearing, & railway workers!

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