Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 12/2/21: Omicron Spreads, Trump Covid, CNN Cuomo, China/Wall St, Maxwell Trial, Metaverse, Twitter CEO, Class Politics, and More!
Dec 2, 2021
In this discussion, Amory Gethin, a researcher at Harvard focusing on political cleavages and inequality, dives into pressing topics. He critiques the new Omicron travel restrictions and tackles the ethical failures during Trump's COVID-19 debacle. The conversation touches on the Ghislaine Maxwell trial and the societal implications of the metaverse. Gethin also highlights the dangers of political polarization and evolving class dynamics in voting, suggesting that elite influences are reshaping American politics.
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Trump's COVID-19 Positive Test Before Debate
- Trump tested positive for COVID-19 before his debate with Biden, according to Mark Meadows' new book.
- Despite this, Trump proceeded with the debate and other events, potentially exposing others to the virus.
First US Omicron Case and Market Reaction
- The first Omicron case in the US was a vaccinated traveler returning from South Africa.
- Markets reacted negatively, but the White House is only modestly changing travel restrictions, promoting vaccines and boosters.
Trump Blames Gold Star Families for COVID-19
- Trump tested positive for COVID-19 before the debate, but went ahead anyway.
- He later blamed Gold Star families for infecting him, even though he exposed them to the virus.
