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In this segment guest host Garland Nixon and former CIA officer Larry Johnson discuss Tucker Carlson's criticism of Senator Ted Cruz, focusing on Carlson's argument to Stephen A. Smith that elected officials who advocate military actions that kill civilians should be held morally accountable. They contrast Carlson's focus on the consequences of government policy with Smith's objection to Carlson's use of the word "murderer," arguing that Smith was more interested in gatekeeping and protecting the powerful than the mass death of civilians.
The conversation expands into criticism of Congress, the media, and the executive branch, claiming they have failed to provide meaningful oversight of U.S. military actions and foreign policy decisions. Overall, Nixon and Johnson argue that a lack of accountability among political leaders and institutions has contributed to ongoing conflicts and weakened constitutional checks and balances.
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In this segment guest host Garland Nixon and former CIA officer Larry Johnson discuss Tucker Carlson's criticism of Senator Ted Cruz, focusing on Carlson's argument to Stephen A. Smith that elected officials who advocate military actions that kill civilians should be held morally accountable. They contrast Carlson's focus on the consequences of government policy with Smith's objection to Carlson's use of the word "murderer," arguing that Smith was more interested in gatekeeping and protecting the powerful than the mass death of civilians.
The conversation expands into criticism of Congress, the media, and the executive branch, claiming they have failed to provide meaningful oversight of U.S. military actions and foreign policy decisions. Overall, Nixon and Johnson argue that a lack of accountability among political leaders and institutions has contributed to ongoing conflicts and weakened constitutional checks and balances.
Garland Nixon on YouTube: youtube.com/@blurghy
Garland Nixon on Twitter: twitter.com/GarlandNixon
Larry Johnson’s website: sonar21.com
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#TheJimmyDoreShow is a hilarious and irreverent take on news, politics and culture featuring Jimmy Dore, a professional stand up comedian, author and podcaster. The show is also broadcast on Pacifica Radio Network stations throughout the country.
