Topic: 2020 Election

39 chapters across the catalog

84: More or Less
• 33:11 - 38:03

84: More or Less

The Death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and 2020 Election Timing

The viral reactions to Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death are revisited, including clips from Chris Hayes and Rachel Maddow. The hosts question why Ginsburg did not step down during the Obama administration, attributing her decision to hubris. They discuss the "uncharted territory" of confirming a justice 45 days before a presidential election and the political maneuvering of Mitch McConnell.

84: More or Less
• 48:00 - 54:24

84: More or Less

Racial Slurs Against Clarence Thomas and the "Kraken" Theory

The segment explores the intense vitriol directed at Clarence Thomas on social media, including the use of racial slurs by liberal critics. The hosts discuss how Thomas and other black conservatives like Ben Carson and Larry Elder are treated as "open targets." They speculate that Thomas held back his "political power" during the 2020 election disputes to focus on the long-term goal of restoring states' rights.

83: Sources and Methods
• 29:03 - 32:34

83: Sources and Methods

2018 Florida Election as a 2020 Primer

Reporter Jacob Engels claims that the 2018 Florida gubernatorial recount in Broward County served as a "primer" for the events of the 2020 presidential election. Engels asserts that he reported on Andrew Gillum's private life and ties to lobbyists long before the federal indictment. The discussion considers whether Gillum's legal troubles are an "inside job" intended to silence someone with knowledge of election irregularities.

64: We Are People 2
• 2:15:23 - 2:26:25

64: We Are People 2

Marianne Williamson and the Dark Psychic Force of Reparations

The hosts revisit Marianne Williamson's 2020 presidential campaign, specifically her call for reparations and her focus on the "dark psychic force" of racial injustice. They analyze a clip where Williamson leads an apology from white Americans to Black Americans. Mo Facts warns that "dabbling" in such deep generational pain without proper understanding can be dangerous, likening the emotional outburst in the clip to an uncontrolled spiritual event.

62: Pink Elephant
• 32:26 - 35:55

62: Pink Elephant

Summer of Love and the 2020 Election Context

The discussion covers the escalation of protests in Minneapolis, including the burning of the Third Police Precinct and the activation of the National Guard by Governor Tim Walz. Mo suggests the "Summer of Love" riots were strategically utilized to maintain pressure on the Trump administration during the pandemic, as economic factors alone were insufficient to ensure a change in leadership.

59: Restoring Justice
• 1:08:19 - 1:13:06

59: Restoring Justice

Fox News Debate and the Dehumanization of Black Conservatives

A heated exchange on Fox News between Horace Cooper and Scotty Smart is analyzed, where Smart refers to Cooper as a "token." The hosts criticize this as a dehumanizing tactic used to nullify Black individuals who do not adhere to liberal narratives. They argue that the 2020 election saw a significant number of Black men seeking to speak for themselves, only to be silenced or dismissed by the mainstream media.

56: Fishing Polls
• 40:21 - 43:59

56: Fishing Polls

DJ Vlad and the Political Timing of the Tyson Interview

DJ Vlad and Boosie Badazz discuss the nine-month delay between the recording and release of the Mike Tyson interview. The hosts suggest the October 2020 release was politically motivated to coincide with the "Blame Black Men" hashtag and the backlash against Ice Cube. They argue the media used the interview to bring Black men back into political formation just before the presidential election.

56: Fishing Polls
• 1:31:31 - 1:35:03

56: Fishing Polls

Karen Hunter on White Male Fragility and the Kanye Vote

Journalist Karen Hunter discusses the "Kanye vote" and the appeal of Donald Trump to Black men. She attributes this to "white male fragility" resonating with Black men who feel disempowered by modern social shifts. The hosts criticize Hunter for failing to use the term "Black male fragility," suggesting she self-censored to avoid being canceled by her own community.

56: Fishing Polls
• 2:21:16 - 2:24:44

56: Fishing Polls

Fear Tactics and Scaring Black Voters to the Polls

The hosts analyze Diddy's claim that "if people in America want a race war, they'll not vote." They interpret this as a fear tactic specifically aimed at Black voters, suggesting that a failure to vote for Biden will result in being "hanged by the KKK." They criticize Charlamagne the God for not pressing Diddy on his lack of actual political leverage.

56: Fishing Polls
• 2:48:27 - 2:50:33

56: Fishing Polls

State Farm Arena and Georgia Election Claims

LeBron James's "More Than a Vote" group helped convert sports arenas into polling places, including State Farm Arena in Fulton County, Georgia. The hosts link this to the controversial surveillance footage of vote counting in Georgia that fueled fraud claims. They argue that the NBA's "social justice" push was a cover for establishing these specific polling sites.

54: Lemonhead Delight
• 0:10 - 3:02

54: Lemonhead Delight

Election 2020 Analysis and Media Narratives

Adam Curry and Mo introduce episode 54 of Mo Facts, titled "An Election Like No Other." They discuss the delay in production caused by the complex aftermath of the November 2020 United States presidential election. The hosts emphasize that their analysis will focus on perspectives ignored by the mainstream media, specifically regarding voter turnout and the fabled "black vote."

53: 2020 Vision
• 3:24:34 - 3:28:59

53: 2020 Vision

Closing Thoughts on Strategic Non-Voting and Truth

The hosts conclude the episode by emphasizing the importance of local politics and "strategic" engagement, whether that involves voting or withholding a vote. They reiterate the value-for-value model and express their commitment to revealing the truth behind political narratives as the 2020 election unfolds.

50: Class Action
• 2:39:42 - 2:46:03

50: Class Action

Voter Turnout Strategy, Malcolm X and Political Maturity

The hosts discuss a strategy of withholding votes in the presidential election to signal political dissatisfaction, citing Malcolm X's "Ballot or the Bullet" philosophy. They argue that driving down voter turnout is a powerful metric that forces political parties to offer tangible benefits rather than relying on fear. The segment concludes with a final round of producer thank-yous and a call for "political maturity" among Black men.

42: GBG
• 20:21 - 23:08

42: GBG

Democratic Party Conflict Over Gun Control

The Democratic Party is described as being in a difficult position, balancing its traditional gun control platform with a voting base that is increasingly interested in firearm ownership for self-defense. The hosts note that historical civil rights figures, including Martin Luther King Jr., sought armed protection despite the non-violent narrative.

42: GBG
• 1:39:15 - 1:42:40

42: GBG

Political Maturation and Pro-2A Black Voters

The potential for NAGA to form a Political Action Committee (PAC) is discussed as a sign of the "political maturation" of black Americans. The hosts suggest that black voters may increasingly support pro-Second Amendment candidates, which typically aligns them with the Republican Party rather than the Democratic platform.

41: Third Wave
• 1:18:43 - 1:23:45

41: Third Wave

Political Calculations and the Looting/Shooting Comment

The hosts analyze Donald Trump's "when the looting starts, the shooting starts" comment as a political calculation to satisfy his base during an election year. They compare the media's harsh reaction to Trump's rhetoric with the relative silence regarding Obama's similar language in 2015.

39: Hard Pass
• 47:10 - 51:23

39: Hard Pass

Political Opportunism in Election Year Protests

The 2020 protests are described as being co-opted by political interests and non-black agitators. Observations suggest that while the movement began with black outrage, the resulting riots and looting often involve young white participants. This shift is viewed as a strategic move by the Democratic Party to consolidate the black vote during an election year.

38: You Ain't Binary
• 0:02 - 4:11

38: You Ain't Binary

Joe Biden, Breakfast Club Interview Controversy

The hosts introduce the episode by discussing the immediate fallout from Joe Biden's interview with Charlamagne tha God on The Breakfast Club. They analyze Biden's demeanor during the 18-minute segment, noting the intervention of his handlers and his attempt to "keep it real" with the black community. The discussion suggests Biden may have been waiting for a specific moment to deliver his controversial "you ain't black" line.

38: You Ain't Binary
• 12:49 - 16:58

38: You Ain't Binary

Kanye West, Free Thinking and Political Independence

Kanye West's past comments on political independence are revisited in the context of Biden's "you ain't black" remark. West argues that his parents fought for the right to have an opinion, not the right to vote for whoever white liberals dictate. The hosts discuss the concept of the "free-thinking" black man and how Biden's comments serve as a catalyst for people to question traditional party loyalty.