Topic: Eric Schneiderman

New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman resigned following a report by Ronan Farrow in The New Yorker detailing allegations of physical abuse from four women. The allegations include non-consensual choking and hitting, which Schneiderman characterized as consensual role-playing. The report highlights the hypocrisy of Schneiderman’s public stance as a women's rights advocate while privately engaging in misogynistic abuse.

A new poll shows that for the first time in 20 years, a majority of Americans oppose a ban on assault weapons, citing a lack of confidence in the government's ability to stop attacks. Meanwhile, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman cracks down on the sale of realistic toy guns. In Iraq, Defense Secretary Ash Carter tells troops their fight is for "civilization against evil," which the hosts criticize as an empty insult to the complexity of the conflict.

The Pearson Charitable Foundation agreed to a $7.7 million settlement with the New York Attorney General for using its non-profit status to develop commercial Common Core products. Additionally, parents have expressed outrage over prominent brand names like Nike and iPod appearing in standardized tests. A listener provides evidence of Pearson's "barcoded scrap paper" that must be returned to the company after testing.

New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced that nearly $238 million in donations intended for Superstorm Sandy victims is still being held by non-profit organizations. While the Robin Hood Foundation and the Red Cross raised hundreds of millions through high-profile concerts and campaigns, many victims in areas like Breezy Point have yet to receive assistance. Some charities reportedly intend to save the "Sandy" funds for future, unrelated disasters.

A $26 billion mortgage settlement with major banks is analyzed. While media reports suggest homeowners will see principal reductions of $20,000, the hosts argue the deal primarily involves loan extensions that benefit banks in the long term.