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Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams is criticized for her comments on MSNBC linking abortion access to economic relief from inflation. Abrams argued that carrying an unwanted pregnancy is a primary driver of poverty. The hosts find this argument "inhumane," comparing it to Janet Yellen's economic defense of reproductive rights and suggesting it devalues human life for financial stability.
The hosts discuss the "rising star" narrative surrounding Stacey Abrams and how independent media has challenged her political trajectory. Adam Curry suggests that Kanye West's next logical step for independence should be adopting Bitcoin to bypass the banking system. They warn against West creating his own "Yay Coin," which they believe would be a failure of ego.
The discussion critiques Professor Brittany Cooper and her work on "Race Women" like Ida B. Wells and Mary Church Terrell. The hosts argue that Cooper's attempt to humanize these figures by discussing their "shopping habits" or "shade" is a way to validate modern irresponsible behaviors. They view Cooper as a representative of the academic-industrial complex that fosters division between Black men and women.
The Black Lives Matter movement received a 2021 Nobel Peace Prize nomination from a Norwegian parliament member, alongside a nomination for Jared Kushner for his work on the Abraham Accords. Despite reports that 93% of BLM protests were peaceful, critics point to 14,000 arrests and widespread property damage as disqualifying factors. The movement also recently won Sweden's Olof Palme Human Rights Prize, which included a $100,000 award, raising questions about its "decentralized" leadership.
Boosie Badazz recounts his off-camera interaction with Mike Tyson's daughter, identified as Ramsey Tyson. He describes a clash of priorities where she focused on LGBTQ suicide rates while he focused on Black men being shot and the prevalence of single mothers. The hosts argue that Ramsey Tyson attempted to elevate her community at the expense of a Black man's reputation, similar to how Stacey Abrams appeared during the Gucci Mane and Jeezy "Verzuz" battle.
Adam Curry and Mo Facts explain the "Value for Value" funding model, thanking producers who contribute time, talent, or treasure to keep the show independent of corporate influence. They read donation notes from executive producers, discussing topics ranging from skin tone terminology ("high yellow") to the political investigation of Stacey Abrams in Georgia. The segment reinforces the show's mission of honest, unscripted dialogue between a white man and a black man.
Stacey Abrams' surprise appearance during the Jeezy and Gucci Mane "Versuz" battle is analyzed as a calculated move to gain "street cred" and mobilize young voters for the Georgia runoff elections. The hosts suggest that Jeezy is being groomed as a new "trap representative" for the Democratic Party, replacing T.I. following the latter's various public missteps. They critique the performative nature of politicians "popping into" strip club-adjacent events to secure the black vote.
Stacey Abrams appears on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, where she is credited with transforming Georgia's electorate. The hosts scrutinize the claim that Abrams registered 800,000 new voters in just two years, noting that this would represent one-fifth of the state's total voting population. They question the validity of these numbers given her relatively small social media following.
The hosts propose a theory that Stacey Abrams is being set up as a "fall guy" by the Democratic establishment. They compare her situation to Loretta Lynch and the Clinton tarmac meeting, suggesting that if widespread fraud is discovered in Georgia, the blame will be placed on Abrams's independent infrastructure. They note that the DNC and Wall Street donors originally preferred Kamala Harris over Abrams.
Whoopi Goldberg enthusiastically welcomes Stacey Abrams to The View, repeating a meme that Republicans regret not "making" her governor because she has now "lost them the state." The hosts point out that Goldberg stole this line from Stephen Colbert. They critique the "giddy" media reception of Abrams as part of a coordinated propping-up effort.
A throwback clip explores Stacey Abrams's ties to Michael Bloomberg, who provided $5 million to her nonprofit. The hosts discuss why the DNC chose Kamala Harris as Vice President despite Abrams's ability to deliver Georgia. They suggest Abrams is viewed as an outsider by the "DNC tree" and is being used for her "optics" and Bloomberg funding without being part of the inner circle.
A retrospective on the 2018 Georgia election highlights Stacey Abrams's refusal to concede to Brian Kemp, citing voter suppression. The segment notes the high-profile support she received from Oprah Winfrey and Barack Obama. The hosts contrast Abrams's 2018 "count every vote" stance with the 2020 "stop the count" rhetoric used when Biden held a slim lead.
The hosts play a "vile" and "racist" robocall from the 2018 election that featured a man impersonating Oprah Winfrey. They compare the absurdity of the call to the "Benghazi video" narrative, suggesting it was a fake provocation. The segment concludes with a discussion on the aesthetic appeal of "new money" and the value for value model.
NPR's Audi Cornish and Maya King discuss Stacey Abrams's 2018 loss and her subsequent voter registration efforts. The report claims Abrams registered 200,000 voters for her own race and 800,000 more for 2020. The hosts reiterate that registering one million people in four years in a state with five million voters is "horse crap" and mathematically unbelievable.
The hosts discuss the power of YouTube as a political battleground and critique the choice of Kamala Harris as Vice President. They argue that Stacey Abrams would have been a more effective choice for mobilizing the base due to her "look" and perceived connection to the ADOS community, despite her ties to the Council on Foreign Relations.
Atlanta rapper Killer Mike faced significant social media backlash after meeting with Georgia Governor Brian Kemp to discuss black-owned business contracts and human trafficking. Critics accused him of being a "sellout" for not supporting Stacey Abrams. Killer Mike defended his actions as a taxpayer checking on his dollars and seeking policy changes for his community, highlighting the "lynching" of black men who deviate from Democratic orthodoxy.
The discussion focuses on why Kamala Harris may struggle to connect with the ADOS community, citing her background and perceived lack of "wokeness." The hosts touch on sensitive topics like colorism and hair texture, suggesting that Harris's appearance and lineage may alienate some Black voters who preferred Stacey Abrams. They also note that Barack Obama's influence may be waning as a political commodity.
Stacey Abrams is identified as a top contender for Joe Biden's vice presidential pick. The discussion highlights her unusually public and "naked" pitch for the position, where she openly declares her qualifications in interviews. Her membership in the Council on Foreign Relations is noted as a sign of her being groomed by political elites despite her loss in the Georgia gubernatorial race.
Stacey Abrams' ties to Michael Bloomberg are examined, noting she received $5 million from him for her non-profit. The conversation explores her role on the board of the Center for American Progress (CAP), a major Democratic think tank. The hosts suggest her candidacy was orchestrated by these wealthy donors and establishment organizations to ensure a specific ideological direction for the ticket.
The Democratic Party's strategy to mobilize black women voters is discussed through the lens of Stacey Abrams' candidacy. The hosts analyze the optics of picking a "legit" black woman from the Deep South compared to Kamala Harris. A theory is presented that the party is seeking a "Mammy" figure to subconsciously rescue the Democratic ticket and secure the black vote.
