Ep 1332. Thu, Aug 22, 2019
- TV14
- August 22, 2019
The Young Turks Season 1 Episode 1332, titled "Thu, Aug 22, 2019" covers a variety of news and political topics. The episode begins with a discussion around the controversy surrounding President Donald Trump's decision to revoke former CIA Director John Brennan's security clearance, and the potentially political motivations behind the move. The hosts, including Cenk Uygur and Ana Kasparian, take a critical look at the situation and provide their perspectives on why this decision is problematic.
The episode then moves on to discuss a range of other topics, including the ongoing impeachment proceedings against Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, the rise of far-right extremism in Germany, and the increasing use of facial recognition technology. The hosts provide a nuanced and informed analysis of each topic, offering their insights and opinions as well as sharing relevant news articles and data.
Later in the episode, the focus shifts to domestic issues in the United States, including a discussion on Senator Bernie Sanders' plan to cancel all student debt in the country. The hosts debate the merits of the plan and discuss the potential implications for both students and the economy as a whole.
The episode also features several interviews with experts and activists, including a conversation with political commentator and author Tariq Ali about the state of politics in the UK following the Brexit referendum. Ali shares his insights on the current political climate and offers his opinions on what the future holds for the country.
Throughout the episode, the hosts engage in lively debates and discussions, tackling complex and often controversial topics with a critical and informed perspective. The Young Turks Season 1 Episode 1332 represents the show's commitment to providing informed and insightful political commentary to its viewers, and demonstrates the breadth and depth of its coverage of global and domestic issues alike.