6 chapters across the catalog
Bobby Jindal on Obama's "Arrogance" Toward Governors
Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal recounted a private meeting where President Obama dismissed governors' suggestions for reducing student debt and improving healthcare. According to Jindal, Obama argued that without federal oversight, "people would be dying in the streets." The hosts use this to illustrate the federal government's perceived arrogance toward state-level leadership.
Republican Undercard Debate, Lindsey Graham, and Bobby Jindal
The Republican undercard debate featured Senator Lindsey Graham and Governor Bobby Jindal, with Graham advocating for increased ground forces in Iraq to "bomb" ISIS. Critics noted Graham's lack of familiarity with libraries and his aggressive military stance. Bobby Jindal's performance was compared to the voice of Kermit the Frog, as he attacked Donald Trump's conservative credentials and highlighted the national debt.
Republican Primary Attacks, Carly Fiorina and Bobby Jindal
Republican candidates like Bobby Jindal and Rick Perry have resorted to personal attacks against Donald Trump, calling him a "moron" and a "demagogue." Trump has faced criticism for his comments on Carly Fiorina's appearance, though the hosts argue her "Botox head" makes her unable to communicate emotion. They conclude that the infighting makes the entire Republican party look like "douchebags."
New Orleans National Guard Deployment and Posse Comitatus
Officials in New Orleans are calling for the National Guard to patrol city streets to combat violent crime, describing the situation as a "war." The hosts argue this is a dangerous step toward the militarization of domestic policing and a violation of the spirit of the Posse Comitatus Act. They express concern that the public is being conditioned to feel "comfortable" with troops on the street.
Rush Limbaugh Private Lunch with George W. Bush
Rush Limbaugh attended a private birthday lunch with George W. Bush at the White House, opting for the meeting over a dinner invitation from the Obama administration for conservative media figures. Limbaugh's role as a Republican apologist is discussed, particularly his defense of Bobby Jindal's widely panned televised address.
Bobby Jindal Republican Response and Political Performance
Governor Bobby Jindal's Republican response to the presidential address is heavily criticized for its poor delivery and lack of relevance to the actual speech. Jindal is described as sounding like "The Beaver" from Leave It to Beaver, failing to effectively represent the future of the GOP. The response is characterized as a "complete humiliation" for the party.
