Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 5/17/22: PA Primaries, Elon's Twitter Threats, Legalized Bribery, UFO Hearings, WH Press Briefings, NATO Expansion, & More!
May 17, 2022
Dr. Trita Parsi, co-founder of the Quincy Institute, dives into U.S. foreign policy and its implications on global dynamics. The discussion highlights the tensions surrounding NATO expansion with Sweden and Finland, assessing public sentiment and risks of escalation with Russia. Parsi also critiques U.S. military support in Ukraine amidst the energy crisis and explores the socio-economic impacts of the solar industry. Additionally, they address the roots of extremism linked to demographic changes and social media's role in amplifying violent ideologies.
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Gubernatorial Race Surprise
- Doug Mastriano, a Republican gubernatorial candidate with fringe views, leads in Pennsylvania.
- Trump endorsed him after seeing his surge, hedging his bets after Oz's shaky Senate race.
Fringe Views as Liability
- Mastriano and Barnett, both holding fringe views, could be liabilities for Republicans in the general election.
- Their extreme positions may alienate mainstream Pennsylvania voters.
Summer Lee's Race
- Summer Lee, a progressive state representative, faces similar attacks as Nina Turner in her congressional race.
- Pro-Israel PACs are spending millions to support her centrist opponent.
