Topic: Me Too Movement

Millennials are facing a housing crisis as rents in major cities increase by up to 30%, forcing many to relocate. In a separate discussion on the Depp-Heard trial, the ACLU's role in the "Me Too" movement is scrutinized, specifically their involvement in drafting Amber Heard's op-ed. The segment questions the organization's shift from civil liberties to partisan public relations.

The question of why Tara Reade did not come forward in 2008 when Biden was picked for Vice President is addressed. The hosts suggest that the pre-"Me Too" era of 1993 was a very different environment for reporting harassment by powerful senators. Furthermore, the intense loyalty within the Democratic Party often discourages staffers from speaking out against "next man up" candidates.

The hosts play a detailed account from Tara Reade, a former Senate staffer who alleges Joe Biden sexually assaulted her in 1993. They discuss the specific details of her claim and criticize the mainstream media for its relative silence on the allegation compared to past accusations against Republican figures.

Joe Biden appears on The View and addresses allegations regarding his physical interactions with women. He offers what are described as "non-apologies," stating he is sorry if people "took it a different way" rather than apologizing for the actions themselves. The hosts analyze his catchphrase "look, here's the deal" and his refusal to provide the direct apology requested by figures like Nancy Pelosi.

Joe Biden releases a video on Twitter addressing allegations of inappropriate touching, claiming he was attempting to make "human connections." He acknowledges that social norms regarding personal space have shifted and promises to be more mindful in the future. The hosts discuss the "unequal treatment" Biden receives compared to other figures targeted by the Me Too movement and analyze his "Uncle Joe" persona.

Chuck Todd and others suggest that attorney Michael Avenatti's involvement "cheapened" the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh by introducing uncorroborated claims of gang rape. This is seen as a turning point that may have damaged the broader Me Too movement. Observations are made about women in Texas coming to the defense of men against unproven accusations.

The Miss America organization is facing internal turmoil as reigning queen Cara Mund accused leadership, specifically Gretchen Carlson, of bullying and silencing her. The hosts discuss the political shift of the pageant and the allegations that Carlson is using the platform to promote her own involvement in the Me Too movement.

Netflix and producer Shonda Rhimes have acquired the rights to Ellen Pao's memoir, which details her 2012 gender discrimination lawsuit against venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins. The hosts mock the project, suggesting it will be a "laugh riot" and questioning the pronunciation of "venture capital" in local news reports.

Donald Trump's mockery of Senator Elizabeth Warren's Native American heritage claims is discussed, specifically his offer of a $1 million donation for a DNA test. The media is criticized for reporting that Trump mocked the "Me Too movement" when he actually used the phrase "Me Too generation." The hosts argue that the media's selective editing of the "Pocahontas" bit removes the humor intended for the audience.

Bill Clinton faced criticism for a "tone-deaf" interview on the Today Show where he became defensive about the Monica Lewinsky scandal in the context of the Me Too movement. Clinton claimed he did not owe Lewinsky a personal apology because he had apologized publicly twenty years prior. The hosts analyze his performance as an "epic fail" and discuss the potential political motivations behind NBC's aggressive questioning.

Former President George W. Bush's recent public comments on foreign policy are briefly discussed, noting a shift in public sentiment toward him. In a separate story, Town & Country magazine apologized to Monica Lewinsky after she was disinvited from a charity event because Bill Clinton was attending. The incident is framed as a failure of the "Me Too" movement to support victims over aggressors.

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.

The 90th Academy Awards, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, recorded the lowest television ratings in the history of the broadcast with approximately 26 to 29 million viewers. Critics suggest the decline is due to the "Me Too" movement's preachy tone, political jokes targeting Donald Trump, and a lack of blockbuster films among the nominees. Discussion also highlights a shift in millennial viewing habits, with younger audiences expressing a lack of interest in the traditional movie-going experience.

California Assemblywoman Christina Garcia, a prominent leader in the "Me Too" movement, faces allegations of sexual misconduct from a former staffer, Daniel Fierro. Fierro claims a visibly intoxicated Garcia inappropriately touched him after a legislative softball game in 2014. Garcia has denied the allegations but stated she will cooperate with an investigation into her conduct.

Documentarian Morgan Spurlock publicly admitted to past misconduct, including workplace harassment and a prior rape allegation. Simultaneously, actress Salma Hayek published an account in the New York Times detailing years of harassment and threats from Harvey Weinstein during the production of the movie Frida. The segment highlights the expanding scope of the Me Too movement within the entertainment industry.

Congresswoman Jackie Speier and Senator Claire McCaskill share personal accounts of sexual harassment within the federal government. Statistics indicate that 40% of female congressional staffers view harassment as a major problem, prompting calls for mandatory training and reform of the complaint process.