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The Triple Threat: Republican Education Shifts, Trump's Bipolar Tariffs, and Texas Measles
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Analyzing the Measles Outbreak and Public Education Under the Trump Administration
In this episode of Discourse, host Wayne Unger delves into a busy week under the Trump administration and the chaos in global events. Key topics include President Trump's rehiring of terminated federal employees and fluctuating tariffs impacting Canada and Mexico. Unger also explores the ongoing measles outbreak in the southwestern U.S., emphasizing the importance of vaccinations and highlighting the Republican attack on science and fact. The episode further examines the long-standing Republican efforts to defund public education, the implications of Arizona's school voucher program, and the appointment of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education. Unger concludes with a detailed explanation of tariffs and their impact on U.S. businesses.
00:00 Introduction to Discourse
00:31 Current Events Overview
01:36 Public Education Under Attack
03:16 Measles Outbreak and Vaccine Misinformation
15:46 Arizona's School Voucher Program
45:17 Federal Workforce and Tariff Policies
57:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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