Intentions for 2024 with Sam Sanders (Exclusive Clip)
Dec 26, 2023
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Sam Sanders, host of the weekly podcast Vibe Check, joins the show to discuss topics like the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, America's global position, the power of collective action, the importance of abortion as a political issue, and the unifying theme of control for the Democratic machine.
The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict reflects a shift in America's position on the world stage, highlighting the US being left behind in terms of global leadership.
Protests across different industries and sectors in 2023 demonstrate the power of collective action and the need for change.
Deep dives
Israel-Palestine conflict and America's changing place in the world
The podcast discusses the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, which has resulted in significant loss of life and the displacement of people. The hosts highlight how this conflict reflects a shift in America's position on the world stage, as a majority of countries are now calling for a ceasefire while the US and Israel remain outliers. The hosts express concern about the disproportionate response and the Biden administration's reluctance to acknowledge the realities of the conflict. They argue that this marks a significant moment in which the US is being left behind in terms of global leadership.
Protests as an inflection point for collective action
The podcast explores how 2023 has been a year of significant protests across various industries and sectors. The hosts discuss how people are recognizing the power of collective action and the importance of coming together to address common issues, such as corporate power and exploitation of lower-wage workers. They emphasize that protests are not taken lightly and are often borne out of real, urgent concerns. The hosts find inspiration in seeing people from different sectors and industries recognizing the need for collective action and demanding change.
Abortion as the defining issue for the 2024 election
The podcast highlights how abortion has emerged as a significant political issue with far-reaching implications. The hosts discuss how voters in different states have consistently chosen to preserve the right to legal and safe abortion. They argue that this issue goes beyond just abortion, revealing a larger desire for control from one party. The hosts connect this issue to broader attempts to control various aspects of people's lives, such as pronouns, books, and the right to organize. They urge Democrats to seize the opportunity to frame the upcoming election as a choice between control and progressive policies.
We're taking a much needed break to gear up for 2024, but we're excited to share an exclusive clip from Friend Of The Pod Sam Sanders' weekly podcast Vibe Check. Each week on Vibe Check, Sam, Saeed Jones, and Zach Stafford make sense of what’s going on in news and culture – and how it all feels.
For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast.
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