Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 6/23/22: War Sanctions, GOP Primaries, Uvalde Coverup, Fed Policy, Neoliberal Order Collapse, Gas Tax Proposal, & More!
Jun 23, 2022
Skanda Amarnath, Executive Director of Employ America, delves into the intricacies of the current economic landscape. He discusses the impact of West's sanctions and critiques the gas tax proposals as ineffective solutions to rising prices. The conversation highlights the challenges of inflation amid changing political tides and the declining neoliberal order. Amarnath emphasizes the disconnect between policymakers and struggling families while exploring the implications of the Federal Reserve's actions on economic stability.
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Re-evaluate Sanctions Strategy
- The current sanctions policy is ineffective, causing a gas crisis, a food crisis, and enriching Russia while Ukraine suffers.
- A diplomatic solution is needed, but the West lacks the appetite for a broader strategic view.
German Official's Suggestion
- A German official suggested considering long-term relations with Russia, sparking backlash.
- This shows the West's reluctance to discuss a more nuanced approach to the conflict.
Trump's Endorsement Power
- Trump's endorsement impact varies by state, suggesting local conditions matter more.
- Candidates hostile to Trump are punished, but those who simply disagree with him can survive.
