Fighting The Squad - August 28th, Hour 2
Digest
The podcast begins by introducing Benjamin Franklin as a complex figure beyond his scientific achievements, highlighting his roles as a businessman, printer, scientist, and founding father. It then delves into the Mafia's dominance in New York City, discussing the murder of Carmichael Aunty as a turning point that led to the dismantling of the powerful crime organization. The podcast also features advertisements for other podcasts, including "Jimmy's Three Things" and "What's Your Problem." Moving on to current events, the podcast criticizes Kamala Harris for her changing stances on issues like EV mandates, fracking, and healthcare. It also discusses a lawsuit filed against Columbia University and members of "The Squad" for their support of anti-Jewish protests on campus. The lawsuit aims to compensate students and expose the funding and orchestration behind these protests. The podcast concludes by encouraging listeners to donate to the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews to support Israelis displaced by attacks. It also discusses Special Counsel Gak Smith's continued charges against Donald Trump and promotes the movie "Reagan" starring Dennis Quaid, which has faced media censorship due to its political stance.
Outlines
Benjamin Franklin: Beyond the Kite
The podcast introduces Benjamin Franklin as a multifaceted figure beyond the common perception of him as a kite-flying scientist. He is highlighted as a successful businessman, printer, scientist, and founding father.
The Mafia's Fall from Grace
The podcast discusses the Mafia's dominance in New York City and the seemingly powerless law enforcement. The murder of Carmichael Aunty is presented as a turning point, leading to the dismantling of the powerful crime organization.
Political Commentary and Controversies
The podcast discusses Bill O'Reilly's new book "Confronting the Presidents" and criticizes Kamala Harris for her changing stances on various issues, including EV mandates, fracking, and healthcare. It also discusses a lawsuit filed against Columbia University and members of "The Squad" for their support of anti-Jewish protests on campus. The lawsuit aims to compensate students and expose the funding and orchestration behind these protests.
Supporting Israel and Promoting "Reagan"
The podcast encourages listeners to donate to the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews to support Israelis displaced by attacks and provide them with essential aid. It also discusses Special Counsel Gak Smith's continued charges against Donald Trump and promotes the movie "Reagan" starring Dennis Quaid, which has faced media censorship due to its political stance.
Keywords
EV Mandate
A government regulation requiring a certain percentage of new vehicles sold to be electric vehicles. This is often implemented to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote cleaner transportation.
Fracking
A method of extracting natural gas from shale rock by injecting high-pressure fluids. It has been a controversial practice due to concerns about environmental impacts, such as water contamination and seismic activity.
Medicare for All
A healthcare system proposal that would provide universal health insurance coverage to all citizens, eliminating private health insurance. It is a key policy objective for many progressive politicians.
Anti-Jewish Encampments
Protests or demonstrations on college campuses that target Jewish students and institutions, often expressing support for Palestinian rights and criticizing Israel's policies.
The Squad
A group of progressive Democratic congresswomen, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan Omar, Ayanna Pressley, and Rashida Tlaib, known for their outspoken views on social justice and economic equality.
Woke
A term used to describe individuals or institutions that are highly aware of and sensitive to social justice issues, particularly those related to race, gender, and inequality. It can also be used critically to suggest excessive sensitivity or political correctness.
Proxy War
A conflict in which opposing powers use third parties as substitutes for fighting each other directly. This often involves providing support, such as weapons or funding, to proxy forces in a conflict zone.
Hamas
A Palestinian Islamist political organization and militant group that controls the Gaza Strip. It has been involved in numerous conflicts with Israel and is considered a terrorist organization by many countries.
Q&A
What are some of the key issues that Kamala Harris has changed her stance on?
Kamala Harris has been criticized for changing her positions on issues such as EV mandates, fracking, healthcare, gun control, and defunding the police. Her campaign has denied these claims, but critics point to her past statements and actions.
What is the lawsuit against Columbia University and "The Squad" about?
The lawsuit alleges that Columbia University and members of "The Squad" have created a hostile environment for Jewish students on campus by supporting anti-Jewish protests. The lawsuit seeks to compensate students and expose the funding and orchestration behind these protests.
Why is it important to support the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews?
The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews provides essential aid to Israelis displaced by attacks, including food, water, housing, medicine, and security equipment. They are on the ground addressing the urgent needs of those affected by the conflict.
What is the significance of Special Counsel Gak Smith's continued charges against Donald Trump?
Special Counsel Gak Smith's charges against Donald Trump are seen by some as politically motivated, particularly given their timing close to an election. Critics argue that the charges are an attempt to influence the election outcome.
Show Notes
Patrick Hughs, Partner, Hughes and Suhr, and Daniel Suhr, Partner, Hughes and Suhr, have filed a lawsuit, representing Columbia students suing the anti-Jewsish encampments on Columbia's campus as well as the 'Squad' for their support and encouragement of the encampments.
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