The Occupy Democrats Podcast EP #19
Update: 2025-06-20
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On the Occupy Democrats show, hosts Mark Bland and Jason Kull discuss a tumultuous weekend marked by political violence and protests. They highlight the shocking assassination of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, killed by Vance Boelter, a 57-year-old Republican and evangelical pastor who also injured State Senator John Hoffman and his wife. Boelter, who impersonated a police officer, was captured using drones, reinforcing the hosts’ critique of untrained "gravy seals" inspired by Trump’s rhetoric. They argue Trump’s inflammatory language fosters fanaticism, likening it to a “purge” mentality, and criticize his failure to condemn the violence or contact Governor Tim Walz, whom Trump dismissed as incompetent.
The hosts also cover the No Kings Protest, a massive demonstration across all 50 states against Trump’s leadership, drawing 11 million participants. They contrast this with Trump’s poorly attended military parade in Washington, D.C., coinciding with his 79th birthday and the Army’s 250th anniversary. The $45 million event, marked by low turnout and disorganization, was criticized as a narcissistic display, with Trump reportedly furious over its failure.
Internationally, Trump’s abrupt exit from the G7 summit amid escalating Israel-Iran tensions, where he tweeted recklessly about evacuating Tehran, drew ire for undermining diplomatic efforts. The hosts mock Trump’s lack of self-control and empathy, citing his evangelical ally Mike Huckabee’s claim that God supports Israel’s actions. They argue Trump’s actions exacerbate global conflicts and domestic unrest, pointing to his tariff policies harming businesses and his refusal to engage constructively with opponents. The episode concludes with a call for tolerance and constitutional values, urging listeners to follow their social media and join future discussions on these pressing issues.
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