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Hey folks,
Katie Phang joined me for another episode of Breaking Bread, and we did not hold back. We dug into the chaos surrounding Trump’s Iran policy, the unanswered questions about what was actually accomplished, and the human cost that keeps getting ignored. Then we zoomed out and talked about something bigger: what patriotism really means, who government is actually working for, and why so many Americans feel like they’re being left behind.
Here’s what we got into:
[00:01:07] Katie breaks down the confusion surrounding the Iran deal and why even basic details remain unclear despite nonstop media appearances.
[00:05:06] We confront the human cost of the conflict, including the lives lost and the unanswered question of what America actually gained from the war.
[00:10:35] Katie sounds off on political spectacle, taxpayer-funded vanity projects, and the growing disconnect between public priorities and government spending.
[00:16:12] A deeper conversation about patriotism, community, sports, and why authentic unity can’t be manufactured through political stunts.
[00:23:08] We close with a blunt discussion about accountability, government waste, and what voters deserve from leaders who claim there’s “no money” for working families.
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With urgency,
—Mike
