Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 11/26/23: Ryan Reveals Secrets Of 'The Squad', Trump Winning Swing Voters, Australian Unions For Palestine, Dark Side Of McKinsey Consulting, UAW Wrap Up
Nov 26, 2023
Ryan Grim, author of "The Squad: AOC and the Hope of a Political Revolution," dives into the dynamics of progressive politics, revealing the challenges faced by influential Congress members. Focus group moderator James Johnson discusses swing voters leaning toward Trump, highlighting dissatisfaction with both major parties. Max Alvarez sheds light on Australian unions advocating for Palestine, while UAW activists Nick Livick and Marcy Pedraza celebrate the victories of recent labor strikes, reflecting on solidarity and the future of worker rights.
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Third Party and Media
- Double disapprovers in Georgia consider third-party votes but see them as wasted due to the state's swing status.
- Distrust in media drives them to prioritize viral clips and direct candidate messaging.
Lack of Enthusiasm
- Georgian voters show little enthusiasm for alternative candidates like Dean Phillips or Joe Manchin.
- Even disengaged Democrats prefer avoiding a primary challenge to Biden, fearing further division.
Personal Connections
- Seb, an early age educator, became involved with Trade Unionists for Palestine through interactions with Palestinian families.
- April, a union organizer, connects the Palestinian struggle to worker exploitation in Australia.
