Krystal and Saagar breakdown the Covid-19 economic stimulus bill passed by Congress, including how much money will be allocated to corporate bailouts.
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In these uncertain times, many workers in Washington DC are feeling the pressure of a looming corporate bailout that seems to be holding them hostage. The hosts of the popular political commentary show “Krystal and Saagar: DC” have been vocal about this issue, shedding light on the harmful effects that such a bailout could have on everyday working Americans.
Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti, the dynamic duo behind the show, have been calling out the government and corporate interests for prioritizing big businesses over the needs of the average worker. They argue that the billions of dollars being funneled into bailouts for corporations are leaving workers out in the cold, struggling to make ends meet while their employers receive luxurious payouts.
One of the main concerns that Krystal and Saagar have raised is the lack of accountability and oversight in these bailouts. They argue that without proper regulations and restrictions, corporations will simply pocket the money without using it to support their workers or stimulate the economy. This could lead to mass layoffs, wage cuts, and a financial crisis for millions of Americans who are already struggling to make ends meet.
Furthermore, Krystal and Saagar have pointed out the hypocrisy of bailing out corporations that have spent years prioritizing shareholder profits over the well-being of their employees. They argue that these companies should not be rewarded for their irresponsible behavior, but instead held accountable for their actions and forced to make changes that benefit their workers and the economy as a whole.
The hosts of “Krystal and Saagar: DC” have been urging lawmakers to consider the needs of working Americans when crafting bailout packages, emphasizing the importance of protecting jobs, ensuring fair wages, and providing support for those who have been hit hardest by the economic downturn. They have called for stronger regulations, greater transparency, and more accountability in order to prevent further harm to workers and prevent the corporate interests from taking advantage of the situation.
As the debate over corporate bailouts rages on in Washington DC, Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti continue to be a voice for the average worker, advocating for policies that prioritize people over profits. Their bold and unapologetic commentary serves as a reminder that in times of crisis, it is essential to stand up for what is right and fight for a fair and just economic system that benefits everyone, not just the wealthy few.
If you end up in the hospital and come out alive with a 35 to $100,000 hospital bill will you ever get out of this?
$1.5 trillion passed and lot on fire for the stock market immediately, but the best they can do for every American citizen is half a trillion for us in exchange for another 1.5 trillion for major corporations. And that was after fighting for days. Goddamn corruption.
Why KOBE up the People with a stimulus now just to let corporations EAT us later[?]. At least we will go to our slaughter with relief knowing the stimulus helped us pay our bills, right[?]. Corporate Elites are all about short-term gains at the expense of the poor and working class cattle who taste much better and vote more obligingly when they are tendered and seasoned with a little deception and distraction, ie: the $2.2 Trillion Stimulus. In the meanwhile, maybe we won’t care or notice that our tap water tastes a little bit odd.
https://www.commondreams.org/news/2020/03/27/holy-crap-insane-citing-coronavirus-pandemic-epa-indefinitely-suspends-environmental
Trump said "USA will never be a socialist country." In reality, what he meant was "the USA will be a capitalist country for the workers and a socialist country for the rich".
Now we know who the REAL terrorists are! American Corporations!
Rich crooks stealing more and more money.. laws don't apply .
I am moving around as I do my errands (shopping for food and supplies) and I am brokenhearted at the number of small businesses currently closed by the government as non-essential. So many of them are going to belly up. Heck, if there are any Sears left, kiss them goodbye. Also JC Penny.
Nationalize these MFers!
Fing Bezos begged for some bailout Shite for HIS EMPLOYEES! We are trying to take care of ours! They have small children without school and we have set up ways for them to work from home! All I can say these days is our Country and its Citizens are being flushed down some death cult’s toilet along with our children’s future and it is Completely INEXCUSABLE Behavior! Are all of these “representatives and leaders” literally loco en las cabesas?
Our government is Worse than Useless! THEY are HAZARDOUS to OUR Health! Selfish, greedy, corrupt and useless SOBs! Always need to get THEIRS with inside knowledge before they Spread the CRUMBS! Buy Ins NOT Bail Outs! Check out Nationalization Round table!
You two do such great work. Thank you, sincerely.
I’m what others call a lefty and I am saying, the government cannot own parts of bowing or any other business. CONFLICT OF INTEREST.
When are the American people going to march on DC and corner Congress. It’s time to DEMAND they take care of the American people? Wall Street doesn’t need another handout!
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I vote that none of us return back to work. We now have the power to re-negotiate salary, health benefits and treat us not like slaves but citizens.
Only the Government can hold Workers hostage. That is the goal of Bernie Sanders Socialism. People can quit companies and go elsewhere.
I wonder how the small business aspects will affect the marijuana industry…
It should just be UBI. I do not care if the more wealthy get paid
So why is Saager a Republican again? He seems to disagree with everything they do
Our indignation will fall on deaf ears. I'd like to see you guys keeping an eye on the situation with QE. What's going on with the Fed and the central banks at the moment?
Guys, the same things are happening in Canada, albeit at perhaps 10% of the scale of America. I really am pissed, more for others than me. I am a pensioner now, and even if it becomes insecure, as is quite possible, I have had a the chance for a good, long life till now, even though I was in the peasant class.
Not so for you younger generations. It will be a sad, uphill battle from here forward for most people, at the hands of the plutocrats. And I believe it is just about unlimited greed and power, not about curing a disease.
I know its not much comfort, but previous generations to mine had it equally bad at times and managed to survive where they strong enough. My mother survived years in a Japanese internment camp, my father, years of soldiering as a teenager. I cannot fathom how hard all that was. You also can survive, but I hope you can fix your political problems as well.
If we get one thing out of this horrid time, it's that we see just how horrible unfettered capitalism is.
Does the unemployment insurance expansion include not for profit workers?
Krystal rocking cabin crew solidarity with her look today
Boeing's problems don't spur from the Corona Virus. Maybe they should have included the navigation controls in the 757 Max