Topic: Crack Cocaine

The Heritage Foundation's Mike Howell analyzes the federal guilty verdict against Hunter Biden on gun charges. Howell argues the case was a "lowest level" distraction from the Biden family's alleged international influence-peddling schemes and suggests the conviction sets the stage for a sympathetic presidential pardon that could cover all of Hunter's legal liabilities.

The federal gun trial of Hunter Biden continued in Delaware with testimony from his ex-wife and former girlfriend regarding his crack cocaine addiction in 2018. The defense argues Biden did not "knowingly" lie on Form 4473. The hosts clarify the specific wording of the federal firearm background check form and criticize the media's reporting on the case.

Larry Sinclair describes meeting Barack Obama in a limousine in Chicago, alleging they used cocaine and engaged in sexual acts. Sinclair details being dropped off at a Comfort Inn in Gurney, Illinois. The hosts express skepticism regarding Sinclair's credibility and the timing of the interview's release.

Hunter Biden faces potential prosecution for lying about his drug use on a federal firearm purchase form in 2018. Ironically, his legal team may use recent conservative Supreme Court rulings expanding Second Amendment rights to challenge the constitutionality of the 1968 law that prohibits drug users from owning guns.

A compilation of Joe Biden's frequent use of the phrase "Come on, man" was highlighted as a signature of his rhetorical style. Additionally, a clip from the campaign trail featured Biden making a confusing reference to "crack powder or cocaine." These instances were presented as evidence of Biden's declining verbal clarity as he continues his pursuit of the Democratic nomination.

Bill Clinton's heated exchange with Black Lives Matter protesters is discussed, specifically his defense of the 1994 crime bill and comments on "gang leaders." The segment transitions into rumors regarding Hillary Clinton's health, citing reports of a blood clot. The hosts examine her physical appearance in recent interviews, noting her pupils and coughing fits.

Hillary Clinton delivered a speech in Atlanta, pledging to eliminate the sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine. The hosts mock her delivery and attempt to use urban slang, such as saying the mayor was "having my back." They characterize the speech as a transparent attempt to pander to African-American voters ahead of the primary.

Sentencing guidelines for crack cocaine were adjusted in 2010 to reduce the disparity relative to powder cocaine from 100-to-1 down to 18-to-1. However, the Obama administration and the Department of Justice under Eric Holder have opposed applying these changes retroactively to those already in prison. The Black Agenda Report highlights this as a failure of civil rights leadership and the "prison industrial complex."

President Obama commuted the sentences of eight drug offenders to address the disparity between crack and powder cocaine sentencing. However, it is noted that many of his recent pardons were granted to individuals who had already completed their sentences, leading to criticism that the move was largely symbolic.

Toronto Mayor Rob Ford admitted to smoking crack cocaine, citing a state of heavy intoxication as his excuse. Despite the public scandal and videos of erratic behavior, Ford's approval ratings reportedly climbed five points among Ontario voters. There is currently no clear impeachment process in place to remove him from office, leading to a political stalemate in the city.

The Liberace biopic *Behind the Candelabra*, starring Michael Douglas and Matt Damon, debuted on HBO because no American theatrical distributor would pick it up. Meanwhile, Toronto Mayor Rob Ford denied allegations of using crack cocaine after reports surfaced of a video showing him with drug dealers. The hosts mock Ford's specific denial that he is an "addict" as a classic non-denial of the actual act.

The Fair Sentencing Act of 2010 reduced the disparity between crack and powder cocaine sentences. While the threshold for a five-year mandatory minimum for crack was raised from 5 grams to 28 grams, the hosts argue the policy still heavily favors powder cocaine users and maintains a massive law enforcement budget.

The hosts discuss the historical involvement of the CIA in the crack cocaine epidemic, referencing the work of journalist Gary Webb. Webb's "Dark Alliance" series for the San Jose Mercury News documented how government-linked groups sold drugs to fund foreign conflicts. They criticize modern media for ignoring these connections while continuing to promote the federal drug war.

Singer George Michael was recently arrested for drug possession, including crack cocaine, in a public bathroom. His past political statements, including a music video depicting Tony Blair as George Bush's lapdog, are credited with damaging his mainstream career. Confusion arises regarding Michael's musical history, mistakenly associating him with the band Queen instead of Wham!