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Democrats Divided, Market Roller Coaster, and Southwest Airlines

2025/3/18
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Kara and Scott discuss the visible cracks in the Democratic Party following the shutdown vote, where Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer crossed party lines. Prominent Democrats like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez pushed for a government shutdown as a protest against Trump's spending cuts but ultimately faced strategic failures.
  • Chuck Schumer crossed party lines, causing stir in the Democratic Party.
  • There are rumors of AOC being urged to primary Schumer.
  • Democrats missed an opportunity to hold Republicans accountable for the shutdown.

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Kara and Scott discuss cracks in the Democratic Party after the shutdown showdown, and the Dems' missed messaging opportunity on the economy. Then, President Trump puts Voice of America and another agencies on the chopping block, and gives an hour long speech to The Justice Department. Plus, Southwest Airlines says no more free bags. Is the long-term brand cost worth the short-term gain?

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