Welcome to the New Left

Summary

In this video, Tom Berry introduces 'The New Left,' a progressive show focused on examining the impact of American Empire globally. He highlights the failure of corporate Democrats and the liberal media to deliver on popular issues like Medicare for All, free college, and criminal justice reform. Despite the U.S. being the wealthiest nation, many citizens cannot afford basic needs, and 40,000 Americans die annually due to lack of healthcare. Berry reflects on his political awakening after the 2016 election and emphasizes the urgent fight against climate change and government corruption, rallying for a return to core American values.

Takeaways

• 😀 The New Left show focuses on the global effects of American Empire, with a progressive perspective.
• 😀 The original New Left movement, born in the 60s and 70s, centered on racial and economic justice.
• 😀 Corporate Democrats and liberal media have co-opted the New Left, distorting its original goals.
• 😀 Despite widespread public support for liberal policies like Medicare for All, the U.S. faces systemic problems.
• 😀 Half of the U.S. population cannot afford a $400 emergency, highlighting the inequality in America.
• 😀 Over 40,000 Americans die annually due to lack of access to healthcare, a major issue in the country.
• 😀 The 2016 election, particularly Bernie Sanders' treatment in the primaries, was a wake-up call for many.
• 😀 Shows like Jimmy Dore, Kyle Kulinski, and Jamar Thomas played a key role in raising awareness of political manipulation.
• 😀 The country faces significant challenges such as climate change and government corruption.
• 😀 The New Left is advocating for American values like social justice, fighting for a better future for all.
• 😀 The fight for change is urgent as these are not new ideas, but rather, long-standing American ideals.

Q & A

What is the primary focus of the 'New Left' as described in the script?

The 'New Left' focuses on taking a hard progressive look at the effects of American Empire around the world, with an emphasis on racial and economic justice, as originally seen in the 60s and 70s.

How does Tom Berry describe the evolution of the New Left movement?

Tom Berry explains that the New Left, originally a social movement focused on justice, was co-opted by corporate Democrats and the liberal media, losing its core focus over time.

What common policies do the majority of Americans support, according to the script?

The majority of Americans support policies such as Medicare for all, ending wars, free college education, and fixing the prison system.

What is the contradiction highlighted in the script about America’s wealth and social issues?

Despite being the richest country in history, the U.S. faces severe economic inequality, with 50% of the population unable to afford a $400 emergency, and 40,000 Americans dying annually due to lack of healthcare access.

How did the 2016 election influence Tom Berry's perspective on American politics?

Tom Berry mentions that the 2016 election, particularly Bernie Sanders being cheated in the primaries, woke him up to the realities of American politics, sparking his engagement with progressive media outlets.

Which media figures does Tom Berry credit for helping him understand the situation?

Tom Berry credits Jimmy Dore, Kyle Kolinsky, and Jamar Thomas for helping him wake up to the political realities after the 2016 election.

What does Tom Berry see as the greatest threats of our generation?

Tom Berry identifies climate change and government corruption as the greatest threats to future generations.

What is Tom Berry’s call to action in the script?

Tom Berry urges viewers to join the New Left, emphasizing that they are fighting back against the challenges facing America.

How does Tom Berry describe the nature of the ideas promoted by the New Left?

Tom Berry describes the ideas of the New Left as not being new, but rather old American ideas that focus on justice and equality.

What does Tom Berry suggest about the urgency of the political situation?

Tom Berry suggests that time is running out, as the country faces critical challenges, and the New Left is fighting for the future of the nation.