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Mother Jones published a highly critical article by Kevin Drum labeling Ron Paul a "crank" and attacking his past newsletters. The hosts defend Paul, noting that Drum is a "cat blogger" who supported the Iraq War. They criticize the mainstream media's refusal to engage with Paul's actual policy positions, such as his opposition to the NDAA.
Mother Jones, Bill Moyers, and Financial Corruption
Journalists David Corn and Kevin Drum appear on Bill Moyers Journal to discuss the Mother Jones cover story "Too Big to Jail." The investigation reveals how members of finance committees received millions in donations from banks while weakening regulations on derivatives. The hosts highlight the bipartisan nature of this corruption, noting that top Democrats held closed-door meetings with the same bankers who funded their campaigns.
