The Briefing with Albert Mohler Thursday, January 16, 2025
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Jan 16, 2025 The podcast dives into President Biden's farewell address, highlighting his warning about the tech-industrial complex and a growing oligarchy. It discusses the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, emphasizing international negotiations involving the U.S. Meanwhile, Cuba's status on the state-sponsored terrorism list comes under scrutiny. Finally, the shift in Starbucks' community role sparks a conversation about the importance of social spaces in today's society.
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Biden's Warning
- President Biden warned against the growing power of a tech-industrial complex and oligarchy.
- He highlighted the threat to democracy posed by concentrated wealth and influence in the tech industry.
Political Shift in Tech
- The tech oligarchy was largely aligned with the Democratic Party until recently.
- Now figures like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are shifting towards the Republican Party.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire
- Israel and Hamas reached a tentative ceasefire agreement, facilitated by Qatar and the US.
- The agreement mirrors a previous proposal but was driven by changing circumstances.
