Best of the Program | Guests: Rep. Andy Biggs & Eddie Scarry | 11/1/23
Nov 1, 2023
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Rep. Andy Biggs discusses government oversight and the importance of not sending blank checks to Israel. Eddie Scarry talks about the media's excuse-making for President Biden. The podcast also delves into the significance of not overlooking acts of anti-Semitism and the danger of ignoring true intentions.
Current challenges like inflation and high gas prices can be directly attributed to policies and actions taken by the Biden administration, emphasizing the need to acknowledge his responsibility.
The lack of accountability and transparency in funding decisions, such as aid to Ukraine, raises concerns about potential misuse of funds and support for groups hostile to the US and its allies.
Deep dives
Biden's Responsibility for Current Problems
Many news reports and op-eds tend to portray President Joe Biden as a victim of circumstance, facing challenges and issues that he supposedly inherited. However, it is important to acknowledge that many of the problems we are currently facing, such as inflation, high gas prices, and childcare cost increases, can be directly attributed to policies and actions taken by the Biden administration. For example, Biden's massive spending plans and pumping money into the economy have contributed to the rise in inflation and gas prices. Furthermore, his allocation of funds to daycare centers and preschools without proper oversight has led to a surge in childcare costs. It is crucial to recognize that these problems are not external factors, but rather results of decisions made by the current administration.
Lack of Accountability in Ukraine Aid
The issue of aid to Ukraine also highlights the lack of accountability and transparency when it comes to funding decisions. Despite claims of supporting democracy and helping a supposed ally, the reality is that Ukraine has its own internal issues with media censorship, suspending elections, and political opposition suppression. Yet, the US continues to provide billions of dollars in aid without properly assessing how the funds are being used. This lack of scrutiny allows for the potential misuse of aid money, ultimately undermining the intended objectives and potentially supporting groups hostile to the US and its allies.
The Need for Oversight and Media Misrepresentation
There exists a concerning pattern of media misrepresentation, which often fails to hold the Biden administration accountable for the consequences of its actions. Instead of accurately attributing current challenges to Biden's policies, news outlets often portray him as a victim or imply that he is merely responding to external circumstances. This not only distorts the public's understanding of the situation, but also undermines the importance of oversight and accountability. It is crucial for both the media and the public to recognize that many problems we are currently facing are a direct result of the decisions made by the Biden administration, and that accountability and transparency are necessary to address these issues effectively.
People in Paris are going around marking Jewish businesses and houses. We cannot miss the signs that are right in front of our eyes. Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.) joins to discuss how our government cannot send blank checks to Israel without oversight even though we are allies. The Federalist columnist Eddie Scarry joins to discuss the media’s constant excuse-making for President Biden.