

8/4/23: Exclusive Interview with Disney Heiress Abigail Disney On Hollywood Strikes, Labor Congressman Screams At Teens In Capitol, Malls Death Spiral In Value,
Aug 4, 2023
In this engaging discussion, Abigail Disney, a filmmaker and labor activist, shares her thoughts on the Hollywood strikes and the urgent need for corporate responsibility. She dives into the moral obligations of wealth and critiques the impact of corporate greed on workers. The conversation also touches on the decline of traditional malls and the shifting landscape of consumer culture, all while emphasizing the environmental accountability required from the privileged. It's a thought-provoking exchange balancing nostalgia, labor rights, and equity.
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Congressman Berates Pages
- Congressman Van Orden yelled at Senate Pages in the Capitol Rotunda.
- He called them "little shits" for taking pictures, sparking controversy and Senate rebuke.
Malls' Death Spiral
- Malls are declining in value, some by over 70% since 2016.
- Department store closures and rising mortgage rates contribute to this "death spiral."
Abigail Disney's Awakening
- Abigail Disney, Disney heiress, discusses her realization of privilege.
- This awareness motivates her activism against wealth inequality.