Topic: Paul Alexander

2 chapters across the catalog

Ten Days of Darkness
Episode 1304 31:54 - 35:24

1304: Ten Days of Darkness

Trump Administration Herd Immunity Strategy, Politico Emails, and Chris Hayes

Emails obtained by Politico suggest that a top Trump appointee advocated for an intentional strategy to allow the virus to spread to achieve herd immunity. MSNBC's Chris Hayes reported on the documents, framing the strategy as a "smoking gun" for the administration's pandemic management.

Smokin' Hot
Episode 1242 22:21 - 25:36

1242: Smokin' Hot

Senate Committee Hearing and the Definition of a Viral Surge

Dr. Fauci and Dr. Robert Redfield testified remotely to the Senate Health Committee while in quarantine following White House exposure. The hearing highlighted a partisan split in mask-wearing among senators, with Rand Paul notably appearing without one. The media's use of the word "surge" is questioned, specifically regarding its application to small increases in case numbers.