#1295 - Tulsi Gabbard

Episode Timestamps

• 00:00:00

  Conversation with Presidential Candidate on his Mission

  • Presidential candidate discusses his mission to end wasteful foreign policies.
  • Focus on ending regime change wars, new Cold War, and nuclear arms race.
  • Plans to reinvest trillions of dollars into healthcare, education, infrastructure, and environment.
• 00:01:21

  Analysis of Regime Change Wars and Financial Interests

  • Discussion on the huge financial cost of regime change wars since 9-11.
  • Exploration of motivations behind regime change wars, including control over oil-rich countries.
  • Criticism of U.S. intervention in Venezuela and advocacy for peaceful resolution and diplomacy.
• 00:12:22

  Challenges Against Supporting Assad and Stop Arming Terrorists Act

  • Discussions about the accusations of supporting Assad and rebuttals against them
  • Efforts to highlight the impact of wasteful regime change wars on policies
  • Introduction of the Stop Arming Terrorists Act calling for an end to indirect support to Al-Qaeda
• 00:13:33

  Meeting Assad and Opposition to Regime Change Wars

  • Details of meeting Assad and broadening perspectives in Syria
  • Staunch opposition to regime change wars and the smear campaign faced
  • Highlighting the importance of engaging with different leaders despite criticism
• 00:25:34

  Eisenhower's Warning on Military Industrial Complex

  • Dennis Miller references politicians wearing patches like NASCAR drivers.
  • Eisenhower's speech on the dangers of the military industrial complex.
  • Connection between military industrial complex and conspiracy fears.
• 00:32:05

  Corruption in Military Contracts and Revolving Doors

  • Illustration of politicians and defense contractors' relationships.
  • Importance of campaign finance reform and transparency.
  • Impact of foreign funding on policies and the need for change.
• 00:38:43

  Privacy Concerns and Data Monetization by Facebook and Google

  • Companies like Facebook and Google collecting vast amounts of user information without consent
  • User data being monetized and shared with third parties without user knowledge
  • Lack of awareness among users regarding the value and usage of their personal data
• 00:42:19

  Call for Regulation and Concerns of Censorship in Social Media

  • Chris Hughes, co-founder of Facebook, calls for breaking up Facebook due to excessive power
  • Concerns about censorship and de-platforming individuals leading to one-party dominance
  • Advocacy for regulations treating social media platforms as public utilities to ensure fair competition and prevent monopolies
• 00:50:28

  The Path to Extreme Partisanship and Divisiveness

  • The speaker discusses the dangers of extreme divisiveness and hyper partisanship in society.
  • Emphasizes the importance of having civil conversations and disagreements without being disagreeable.
  • Criticizes the prioritization of political party wins over serving the people by both Democrats and Republicans.
• 00:54:12

  Disruption of Political System and Rise of People-Powered Campaigns

  • Focuses on the disruption caused by people-powered campaigns to the traditional political system.
  • Highlights the fear among entrenched politicians towards newcomers who reject big PAC and lobbyist funding.
  • Discusses the vulnerability of the political system and the power of grassroots movements.
• 01:02:18

  Infrastructure Challenges in Iowa communities

  • Healthcare and crumbling infrastructure are major challenges
  • Flood devastation in Iowa communities highlighted lack of quick infrastructure fixes
  • Lack of resources for rebuilding homes due to slow infrastructure investment
• 01:04:34

  Persistent Issues in Impoverished Communities like Baltimore

  • Decades-long crime and poverty issues in Baltimore discussed
  • Former Baltimore police officer, Michael Wood, shared stagnation of problems
  • Call for investments in education, community centers, and better policing
• 01:14:37

  Public Beaches and National Parks: Uniting People

  • Discussion on the importance of public spaces like beaches and national parks that are open to everyone
  • Advocacy against charging fees for access to public beaches and promoting a donation model for upkeep
  • Reflection on the value of public land in America and the contrast with other countries where access is limited
• 01:17:04

  Lessons in Aloha Spirit and Respectful Discourse

  • Experience of living in Hawaii and embracing the aloha spirit of respect, kindness, and accountability
  • Anecdotes about Senator Akaka and the cultural emphasis on respect and familial connections in Hawaii
  • Influence of respectful discourse and open-mindedness highlighted through a listener's feedback and reflection on personal growth
• 01:27:03

  Building Bridges in Congress with Aloha Spirit and Toffee

  • Introduction to the challenge of inter-party mingling in Congress
  • Initiative of offering macadamia nut toffee to all members and staff of Congress
  • Building relationships through small gestures and mutual interest conversations
• 01:30:16

  Leading with Respect and Aloha Spirit for Effective Governance

  • Embracing the aloha spirit to transcend political, religious, racial, and ethnic divides
  • Emphasis on treating people with respect and kindness despite disagreements
  • Importance of fostering meaningful relationships to achieve legislative success
• 01:36:57

  Trump's Campaign against Hillary Clinton

  • Trump portrayed Hillary Clinton as deeply entrenched in bureaucracy
  • He labeled her as 'crooked Hillary' and highlighted her lies and actions
  • Trump's success stemmed from his image as a non-politician
• 01:37:57

  Honesty and Authenticity in Politics

  • Discussing the challenge of remaining authentic while communicating with a large audience
  • Emphasizing the importance of being a 'real person' in politics
  • Bridging the gap between being a politician and being a genuine individual
• 01:50:08

  Issues with FISA Court and Surveillance Programs

  • FISA court is being misused for approving surveillance on both foreign targets and Americans.
  • Lack of advocate for people and one-sided conversation in the court.
  • Concerns about the need for oversight and reform in the surveillance process.
• 01:51:27

  Challenges with Legal Cases of Julian Assange and Edward Snowden

  • Discussion on legal actions against Julian Assange and Edward Snowden.
  • Edward Snowden's current status in Russia and legal troubles.
  • The need to address the lack of channels for whistleblowers to expose abuses.
• 02:04:24

  Jeff Bezos and Exploitation in Amazon

  • Ruthless competition in companies leads to human exploitation and dissatisfaction.
  • Jeff Bezos and Amazon benefit from tax loopholes and significant tax credits.
  • Automation in companies like Amazon results in low wages and job instability.
• 02:05:33

  Tax Code Complexity and Corporate Influence

  • Complex tax codes allow corporations like Amazon to evade taxes.
  • Influence of corporate lobbyists in shaping tax laws benefits the ultra-rich.
  • Need for simplifying tax codes and holding corporations accountable for fair contributions.
• 02:15:41

  Dangers of Weaponized Artificial Intelligence

  • Discussion on the risks of technology being weaponized
  • Reference to the show Black Mirror and concerns about autonomous weapons
  • Call for a global approach to regulate artificial intelligence for the safety of humanity
• 02:19:18

  Challenges in Global Technology Competition

  • Concerns about Chinese technology companies like Huawei being linked to the government
  • Issues with data security and competition in the global marketplace
  • Need for regulated approach to technology development on a national level
• 02:28:36

  Hawaii Missile Alert Scare

  • Hawaii faced a terrifying missile alert in January last year, causing panic among residents.
  • The message of a missile inbound towards Hawaii led to a scramble for immediate shelter, exposing the lack of nuclear bunkers.
  • Politicians are criticized for not investing in nuclear bunkers to protect citizens in the event of escalating tensions.
• 02:29:33

  Opioid Crisis and Accountability

  • The opioid crisis continues to devastate the country, with a need for more government action.
  • Ending the federal prohibition on marijuana is suggested to help combat opioid addiction.
  • Legislation like the Opioid Accountability Act aims to hold companies like Purdue Pharma criminally accountable for the crisis.