Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 8/3/21: Eviction Moratorium Chaos, DC Media Fails, Vaccination Uptick, Congressional Covid Roadblock, Obama's Birthday Bash, Covid Censorship, Financial Free fall, Rep. Ro Khanna, and more!
Aug 3, 2021
Congressman Ro Khanna, a progressive voice from California's 17th district, dives into the critical eviction moratorium crisis and the urgent need for legislative action to aid millions at risk of homelessness. The discussion also tackles the media's role in shaping public perception around vaccination efforts amid the Delta variant. Khanna critiques the political inaction surrounding relief measures, while emphasizing the importance of accountability in journalism and the complexities of navigating misinformation in the pandemic era.
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Bowser's Maskless Wedding
- DC Mayor Muriel Bowser was seen maskless at a wedding reception, violating her own mask mandate.
- The Washingtonian criticized the reporter who published the photos for not being invited to the wedding.
Shifting Press Dynamics
- The White House press corps has become less adversarial.
- An AP reporter suggested the press secretary limit questions, highlighting a shift towards access journalism.
Vaccine Uptake Drivers
- Vaccine uptake increased significantly, especially in states hit hardest by the Delta variant.
- Personal concerns about family and community health drove increased vaccinations, not government mandates.