Topic: Jan Brewer

3 chapters across the catalog

Episode 397 52:31 - 59:01

397: Wiggin' Out

Arizona House Bill 2549, Digital Harassment Legislation

Arizona House Bill 2549 seeks to amend stalking and harassment laws to include any "electronic or digital device." The legislation criminalizes using profane language with the intent to "annoy or offend," which the hosts argue could make most internet commentary illegal in the state. The bill classifies certain digital stalking as a Class 1 misdemeanor or a felony.

Pooper & Blitzer
Episode 378 2:33:24 - 2:37:07

378: Pooper & Blitzer

Al Sharpton and the Jan Brewer Finger-Pointing Incident

Al Sharpton's reaction to Arizona Governor Jan Brewer pointing her finger at President Obama is analyzed. The hosts criticize Sharpton and his guests for immediately framing the incident as a matter of racial disrespect and delegitimization, arguing that the "race card" is being used to shut down political disagreement.

Cleanest Dirty Shirt
Episode 377 45:38 - 47:10

377: Cleanest Dirty Shirt

Jan Brewer Confrontation with Obama in Phoenix

Arizona Governor Jan Brewer was photographed pointing her finger at President Obama during a heated exchange on the tarmac at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The disagreement centered on Brewer's portrayal of the President in her book, "Scorpions for Breakfast." The hosts speculate on the underlying political tensions regarding Arizona's immigration laws and the Giffords resignation.