Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar Mini Show #52: Political Labels, Dark Money, Stock Buybacks, Airline Dysfunction, UPS Workers, & More!
Aug 27, 2022
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Dan Marans
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David Sirota
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Matt Stoller
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Bill McGee
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Maximillian Alvarez
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James Lee
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Derek Robertson
In this engaging conversation, Dan Marans and David Sirota tackle Kamala Harris' unpopularity and the fading significance of political labels. Matt Stoller exposes the shocking $1.6 billion dark money donation influencing the judiciary. Bill McGee shares insights on chaos within the airline industry, revealing critical service breakdowns. Maximilian Alvarez and the group discuss labor struggles, especially the urgent plight of UPS workers facing extreme conditions. The panel further critiques corporate stock buybacks and examines the evolving landscape of political communication through podcasts.
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Kamala's unpopularity in California
- Kamala Harris trails Gavin Newsom and Bernie Sanders in California's 2024 presidential primary polls.
- This suggests she is a weak candidate, even in her home state.
Decline in Liberal Identification
- A Morning Consult study reveals a decrease in liberal identification across all racial groups over five years.
- This shift is most prominent among minority groups, suggesting a potential change in political alignment.
Liberal Label vs. Leftward Shift
- While people avoid the "liberal" label, their views on social issues like same-sex marriage and abortion have shifted left.
- This disconnect suggests the term's negative connotation outweighs people's actual beliefs.
