#1373 - Kyle Kulinski
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Kyle Kulinski is a political activist, progressive talk radio host, social democratic political commentator, and the co-founder of Justice Democrats. He also hosts the show “Secular Talk”.
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Chelsea Manning and Julianne Assange: Uncovering Truths and Facing Persecution
- Chelsea Manning is facing imprisonment and fines for refusing to provide incriminating information about Julianne Assange.
- Julianne Assange exposed US war crimes by releasing a video showing civilian casualties and double tap actions by military.
- Democrats have turned against Julianne Assange for revealing DNC actions against Bernie Sanders, while Trump also sees him as a threat for exposing US war crimes.
US Drone Strikes and Military Presence: The Double Standards of War
- US drone strikes under Trump have skyrocketed, carrying on from Obama's policies.
- Lack of bipartisan criticism for civilian casualties in drone strikes highlights partisan divide on military actions.
- Expansion of US military presence in Africa in response to China's economic strategy, reflecting evolving empire tactics.
US Infrastructure and Superpower Influence
- Discussion on rebuilding US infrastructure graded D plus.
- Analysis of US military operations in Africa and the Middle East.
- Exploration of the rationale behind power and control dynamics of being a superpower.
Trump's Intentions & US Foreign Policy
- Trump's shifting stance on military presence in Syria and Iraq.
- Focus on securing oil resources in the Middle East.
- Critique of Trump's communication and actions regarding military interventions.
US Election: Anti-Establishment Persona vs Pro-Establishment Actions
- President with dual personas: anti-establishment candidate but deeply pro-establishment in actions
- Discussion on campaign tactics and strategic political moves
- Reflections on the dynamics of the USA political landscape and public perception
US Politics: Strategy and Scandals
- Tactic of deflecting scandals and shifting the conversation
- Analysis of Ukraine scandal involving Trump and Biden
- Comparison of democratic weakness in strategizing against Trump's tactics
Trump and Family Business Connections: Jared, Ivanka, and Saudi Arabia
- - During the campaign, Donald Trump registered eight new businesses in Saudi Arabia, raising concerns about conflict of interest.
- - Trump's argument of transferring business to his kids does not eliminate the conflict, as his family continues to profit.
- - Jared and Ivanka made around 82-83 million dollars in one year through their businesses, further intensifying the conflict of interest.
Foreign Influence and Bias in U.S. Politics
- - Criticism against taking money from foreign governments and corporations due to potential bias.
- - Lack of accountability for actions like the Jamal Khashoggi murder due to business relations.
- - Contrasting treatment by the U.S. based on alliance status, highlighting bias in foreign policy decisions.
Market Deregulation and Economic Crises
- History shows market deregulation leads to boom-bust cycles and economic crises
- Examples include the Great Depression, subprime mortgage crisis, and Great Recession
- Arguments in favor of regulations likened to having referees in a soccer game
Drug Cartel Influence and Legalization Impact
- Discussion on drug cartel influence in Mexico and challenges for law enforcement
- Advocacy for legalizing, taxing, and regulating drugs to combat cartels
- Insights on cartel involvement in illegal marijuana production in the United States
Talking Trump: Twitter, Apprentice & Clinton
- Reflecting on amusing Trump tweets and his behavior on Twitter.
- Discussing the evolution of political personas from polished to unfiltered.
- Analyzing Clinton's complex public and private stances, focusing on an instance involving Tulsi Gabbard.
Russian Trolls & Disinformation Campaigns
- Exploring Russian disinformation tactics using fake accounts and memes.
- Highlighting the impact of manipulation on social media platforms for political agendas.
- Raising awareness on the need to differentiate between real issues and distractions caused by disinformation.
U.S. secretly created Cuban Twitter for Subversive Uprising
- U.S. secretly created Cuban Twitter to stir unrest and undermine Cuban government
- Politics dominated by dumbed-down conversations instead of policy discussions
- Bipartisan consensus on deregulating Wall Street led by Democrats and Republicans
Proposal for National Direct Ballot Initiative Law
- Advocating for a law where people directly vote on top three national issues
- Suggestion to circumvent corruption in Washington, D.C.
- Call for popularization of national direct ballot initiative law by politicians for positive impact
Campaign Corruption and Special Interests in Politics
- Corruption in the government where money is funneled for campaigns.
- The root of political problems: corporations and billionaires funding politicians.
- Advocacy for clean elections to run on ideas, not special interests.
Kamala Harris Exposed and Policy Stances
- Tulsi Gabbard's critique on Kamala Harris' record.
- Kamala's controversial truancy threat and wrongful imprisonment case.
- Failure to prosecute financial wrongdoings like in the Steve Mnuchin case.
Joe Rogan and the Private Jet Dilemma
- Discussing the dilemma of a celebrity like Joe Rogan getting a private jet and being further insulated from regular folks.
- Exploring how owning a private jet can separate famous individuals from everyday problems and people.
- Highlighting the cool factor of private jets and the environmental concerns associated with them.
Ocean Cleanup Technology and Environmental Responsibility
- Diving into the issue of ocean plastic pollution and innovative cleanup technologies like Boyan Slat's Interceptor.
- Emphasizing the need for technological solutions to address environmental challenges.
- Reflecting on the urgency of relying on technology to mitigate climate change impacts and the role of smart individuals in finding solutions.
Reagan's Arming of Mujahideen and U.S. Foreign Policy
- Reagan's administration armed jihadists like Mujahideen to fight against the Soviet Union in Afghanistan.
- This support eventually led to the rise of Taliban and al-Qaeda.
- The scenario showcases a dark secret in U.S. foreign policy of using jihadists for political gains.
Trump's Photo Staging and Impeachment Debate
- Trump's controversial response and staged photo after Baghdadi's capture raised eyebrows.
- Republicans' struggle to match Trump's relentless defense tactics.
- Discussion on the unlikeliness of Trump's impeachment and removal from office.
Analyzing Dave Chappelle's Cultural Impact
- Critique of woke culture and echo chambers
- Backlash against negative reviews of Dave Chappelle's special
- Emphasis on Chappelle's history of pushing boundaries and political incorrectness
Impacts of Climate Change and Green New Deal
- Discussion about the impact of climate change on Middle East and immigration
- Promoting the Green New Deal as a job creation opportunity
- Encouraging investment in green technologies and alternatives to fossil fuels
Immigrant Communities and Hardship: European Immigrants in America and Their Impact
- - Discussion on the hardworking nature and challenges faced by European immigrants like those from Italy and Ireland
- - Immigrant communities living in close proximity and sharing resources for survival
- - Comparison between European immigrants in America and their more relaxed counterparts in Europe
Healthcare and Economic Structure: Bernie Sanders' Progressive Policies
- - Bernie Sanders' health scare and subsequent rise in popularity
- - Discussion on Bernie Sanders' socialist proposals like Medicare for All and student debt relief
- - Explaining the financial benefits and ethical reasons behind adopting a single-payer healthcare system
Health Insurance and Public Utility Comparison By Joe Rogan
- Joe Rogan explains the analogy between health insurance and picking firefighters or roadways.
- Discusses the idea that in certain areas, the concept of choice in healthcare is fundamentally absurd.
- Mentions the prohibitive costs of the current US healthcare system and the number of Americans dying due to lack of access.
Medicare for All and Elimination of Insurers: Bernie's Comprehensive Plan
- Details the potential coverage under a Medicare for All system, including exclusions like homeopathy and plastic surgery.
- Explains the ban on duplicative care to prevent exploitation and highlights the positive impact on eliminating health insurance companies.
- Compares the US healthcare system with other countries' single-payer systems and emphasizes the need for a change.
Discussion on Economic Systems & Political Ideologies
- Debate on socialist vs capitalist aspects in systems of former Soviet Union, Venezuela, and Cuba
- Importance of differentiating social democracy from extreme leftist ideologies
- Challenges posed by the right-left division in American politics
Prospects of Direct Democracy in American Politics
- Advocacy for a direct democracy approach to voting on specific policy issues
- Proposed reforms to address corruption and influence of money in politics
- Discussion on the potential benefits of direct democracy over the current bipartisan system
Money, Politics, and Bribery: Legalized Corruption
- Money being equated to free speech has legalized bribery in politics.
- Quid pro quo is a common practice, but often disguised to bypass direct bribery laws.
- The Ukraine scandal with Trump exemplifies the manipulation of money in politics.
Politics, Populism, and Systemic Reform
- Discussion about running for office and the challenges of existing in political circles.
- Observations about populist versus elitist dynamics in politics.
- Advocacy for systemic reform to combat corruption and avoid normal people becoming corrupt.