Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 9/12/23: BP EXCLUSIVE Focus Group: NH Voters On Age Limits, Trump Indictments, Ukraine Funding, WH Praises Saudis On 9/11, Covid Impacts Rural America, Kids Shift From TV To YouTube , IRS Targets Rich Tax Cheats, Media Freaks On Elon's StarLink, And MORE!
Sep 12, 2023
Ro Khanna, a U.S. Representative known for his anti-corruption efforts, joins to discuss pressing national issues. He tackles the contentious debate on age limits for politicians and the complex legal woes surrounding Trump. The talk shifts to how the pandemic reshaped rural America and the rise of YouTube among kids over traditional TV. Khanna also presents a comprehensive anti-corruption reform plan for Congress, seeking to enhance governmental integrity amidst economic struggles and ongoing military support debates regarding Ukraine.
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Age Limits for Politicians
- Many are concerned about the age of elected officials, sparking debate about age limits and cognitive tests.
- Implementing limits restricts democratic choices, but ensuring voter evaluation is crucial.
Public Opinion on Age Limits
- A CBS News poll revealed 75% of Americans support age limits for elected officials.
- There's bipartisan concern, but disagreement exists on where the age limit should be.
Incumbency's Impact
- The focus group highlighted a core issue of incumbency, giving established politicians an advantage.
- Disrupting incumbency and promoting fresh perspectives in the system is crucial.