Topic: Robert Scheer

2 chapters across the catalog

Sellout Politics
Episode 817 2:22 - 8:07

817: Sellout Politics

Democratic Primary Debate, Hillary Clinton, and Bernie Sanders

The hosts analyze the recent Democratic primary debate, focusing on the mannerisms of Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders. They critique Sanders' comments regarding the disproportionate nature of Israeli attacks in Gaza and Clinton's defense of her diplomatic record. The discussion highlights a claim by Robert Scheer that Clinton's citation of ousted Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi is duplicitous given her role in his removal.

Sellout Politics
Episode 817 27:26 - 33:45

817: Sellout Politics

Robert Scheer and the Democratic Establishment Conflict

Robert Scheer engages in a heated debate on Democracy Now! with a representative of the Democratic establishment. Scheer argues that "sell-out politics" have failed young people and criticizes the establishment's tolerance of systemic issues in Los Angeles. The hosts find the static nature of the progressive infighting humorous, noting the visual contrast between the speakers.