Federalist Radio Hour 'You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 127: Did The GOP Get The Mandate Memo?
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Dec 11, 2024 The discussion kicks off with the controversial Daniel Penny verdict, probing self-defense and urban safety. The hosts critique how prosecutors influence public opinion on governance and crime. They also get candid about FBI accountability and political courage in the Senate. Additionally, there's a light-hearted exploration of Yacht Rock's cultural significance and nostalgic reflections on musical tastes. The episode wraps up with a humorous look at media portrayals of mob life and its impact on societal perceptions.
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The Daniel Penny Case
- Daniel Penny intervened when Jordan Neely threatened subway riders.
- Penny was charged with manslaughter, but a jury found him not guilty.
Discouraging Good Samaritans
- Mollie Hemingway expresses her discontent with the prosecution of Daniel Penny.
- She argues that charging good Samaritans discourages others from helping.
Chilling Effect of Prosecution
- Harsanyi believes the prosecution aimed to deter people from intervening in similar situations.
- He draws parallels to Bragg's prosecution of a bodega worker and the Columbia student riots.