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Cynicism in Politics
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The host delves into the topic of cynicism in politics and uses examples from the Obama and Trump administrations to explain how politicians can act in their own self-interest rather than follow through with their beliefs. The recent vote on Obergefell and DOMA is discussed in the context of politicians using issues for strategic gain rather than genuine interest in the topic.
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