Topic: Barbara Boxer

Former Senator Barbara Boxer's commentary on Kavanaugh's "belligerent anger" is criticized as hypocritical given past anecdotes of her own allegedly aggressive behavior toward men. Boxer argues that Kavanaugh's personality transformation during the hearings proves he lacks the temperament for the Supreme Court. Observations are also made regarding Boxer's "beast mode" appearance and unusual eye makeup during her television appearances.

Former Senator Barbara Boxer appeared on MSNBC to vouch for the credibility of Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, citing the support of Representative Anna Eshoo. The hosts dismiss these endorsements as partisan maneuvers. The discussion highlights the role of California politicians in amplifying the accusations against Kavanaugh.

John C. Dvorak recounts a rumor from his time in California politics regarding Senator Barbara Boxer. He claims that staff were warned not to give her rides home after meetings because she would allegedly make unwanted sexual advances. Dvorak clarifies that he never experienced this personally and cannot verify the truth of the story.

Former Senator Barbara Boxer launched a podcast titled "Fight Back," featuring an interview with psychologist Dr. John Gartner. Gartner has collected thousands of signatures from mental health professionals claiming Donald Trump is psychologically unfit for office under the 25th Amendment. The podcast production quality and the hosts' personal banter are critiqued.

A listener's note recalls a past prediction where one of the hosts claimed Barack Obama was "unelectable" prior to his 2008 victory. The segment also includes a brief anecdote about former Senator Barbara Boxer and the "5150" police code for mental health holds.

John C. Dvorak shares personal anecdotes from his time on a regional air pollution board with Barbara Boxer and Dianne Feinstein. He claims Boxer would frequently solicit rides from air pollution inspectors to make romantic advances, causing staff to flee after meetings. He contrasts this with Feinstein, whom he describes as prudish but less intelligent.

The hosts exchange personal anecdotes about workplace behavior, discussing the line between compliments and harassment. They recall stories from a California air pollution district involving former Senator Barbara Boxer allegedly making inappropriate advances toward male staff. The conversation highlights perceived double standards in how male and female workplace misconduct is reported.

Comedian Chelsea Handler and Senator Barbara Boxer discussed their distress over the election results on Handler's Netflix show. The hosts mock Handler's desire to move to Spain, noting the irony of celebrities wanting to emigrate while often ignoring the strict immigration laws of European Union nations.

Senator Barbara Boxer criticized Donald Trump for not releasing his tax returns and for his past rhetoric, suggesting such behavior should disqualify a candidate. The segment ends with the hosts mocking Boxer's dramatic language about "the darkness" by playing a clip from the movie Poltergeist.

Senator Barbara Boxer attempts to spin Bill Clinton's criticism of Obamacare by blaming Republicans for blocking "risk corridor" payments. These payments were intended to subsidize insurance companies that lost money by taking on high-risk patients. The hosts deconstruct the legislative battle involving Marco Rubio that limited these government payouts to major insurers.

A listener request prompts a discussion on Senator Barbara Boxer's appearance on Bill Maher's show, where she claimed marijuana legalization leads to increased automobile fatalities. The hosts suggest Boxer is using commissioned reports to support her long-standing opposition to drug legalization despite a shifting political landscape.

Senator Barbara Boxer appears on Bill Maher's program, where she expresses a "leaning" support for marijuana legalization while raising concerns about driving safety. The hosts critique her appearance and debate the effects of cannabis on driving ability, with one host sharing a personal anecdote about flying a helicopter under the influence as a test.

Senator Barbara Boxer attempted to lead a State Department witness into criticizing Donald Trump's rhetoric regarding Mexico during a Foreign Relations Committee hearing. The witness maintained that bilateral cooperation on the Merida Initiative remains functional despite public comments from former President Vicente Fox.

Senator Barbara Boxer is criticized for her interpretation of the OIG report during a media interview. Boxer claims the report proves Clinton's actions were "systemic" and identical to predecessors like Colin Powell. The hosts point out that the rules changed significantly in 2005, making comparisons to Powell's era legally and technically inaccurate.

Democratic leaders including Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Barbara Boxer criticize the Sanders campaign for "fanning the flames" of discontent. A commentary on a Democracy Now segment notes the use of "vocal fry" by a guest discussing the history of the Democratic primary process. The segment argues that the party's selection process was never intended to be purely democratic, tracing back to the McGovern-Fraser Commission reforms.

John C. Dvorak shares a historical anecdote from the 1970s regarding Senator Barbara Boxer's time on the board of a California air pollution district. He claims Boxer frequently propositioned staff members for rides home, which was a well-known joke among inspectors at the time. The hosts discuss the double standards of sexual harassment in political environments.

During a Senate Environment and Public Works Committee hearing, Barbara Boxer clashed with Father Robert Sirico of the Acton Institute. Boxer criticized the inclusion of a "philosopher" in a scientific discussion and used Pope Francis's comments on inequality to challenge the witnesses' free-market views. Sirico responded by accusing the committee of cherry-picking the Pope's non-magisterial statements.

Democratic senators are increasingly framing gun violence as a "public health crisis" and using the term "gun disease" to describe the issue. This rhetorical shift aims to treat firearm deaths with the same urgency as medical epidemics like Ebola or the flu.

Senator Barbara Boxer is criticized for her rhetoric regarding gun control and her oath of office. Boxer claimed that if any other cause killed 30,000 Americans annually, the Senate would take immediate action. The hosts point out that automobile accidents kill approximately 33,000 people a year, yet there is no comparable legislative urgency to ban cars.

The hosts critique California Senators Dianne Feinstein and Barbara Boxer, focusing on their age and public statements regarding gun control. They highlight Feinstein's use of the phrase "buying into the Kool-Aid" and Boxer's claim that her oath of office is to "protect the American people." The hosts argue that the actual oath is to defend the Constitution, suggesting the senators are misrepresenting their duties.