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Donald Trump labeled the Koch brothers a "total joke" after Charles Koch criticized the administration's trade policies during a donor summit. The Koch network, which plans to spend up to $400 million on the midterms, suggested they might support Democrats who align with their free-trade values. The feud complicates traditional left-wing narratives regarding the influence of the Koch brothers on the Republican party.
Larry David, Revelatory Thinking and the Koch Brothers
The hosts compare their show's longevity to Larry David's "Curb Your Enthusiasm," noting that mass media provides endless material for neurosis and mockery. They discuss the "revelatory" nature of the show, which they believe makes listeners feel like better citizens. A discussion on the Koch Brothers reveals Charles Koch's history as a libertarian who supported the anti-Vietnam War movement, contrary to his "evil" media portrayal.
Billionaire David Koch resigned from the board of WNET after the station aired a documentary critical of his influence. The hosts argue that while media outlets claim moral superiority for airing the "hit piece," they rarely target liberal-leaning corporate sponsors. They characterize public television as having a consistent anti-right bias.
David Koch, a major donor to public television, resigned from the board of WNET after the network aired a documentary critical of his business interests. The hosts argue that while PBS claims this demonstrates editorial independence, the network rarely targets its liberal-leaning corporate sponsors like Monsanto or Chevron. They view the incident as a targeted move against a right-wing donor rather than a principled stand for journalism.
Reverend Manning on the Tea Party and Racial Politics
Reverend Manning continues his critique, arguing that the Tea Party and Fox News have failed to address the "criminality" of the Obama administration. He uses provocative language to describe the President and accuses the Koch brothers of benefiting from current policies. Manning asserts that the American public is "blind" and has given a pass to media outlets that claim to be opposition but are actually "sellouts."
