5 chapters across the catalog
Kanye West's shift from Egyptian "King" imagery to identifying with the Israelites freed by Moses is discussed. Mo Facts argues that history should be taught in the home rather than in schools, as the scholastic system has been "captured" by political ideologies. He suggests that schools should focus on civics and law to protect the future of the system.
Historical footage of the 1940 draft highlights how the government used the "optics" of wealthy individuals like Winthrop Rockefeller enlisting to encourage the general public. The hosts note that while black men stepped up to fight in hopes of gaining social standing, the relationship remained "rocky." They contrast the clear "enemy" of the 1940s with the "invisible enemy" of the current pandemic.
History vs. Law in Schools, Teacher Unions and Systemic Failure
A proposal is made to replace the teaching of narrative-driven history in schools with the study of law and civics. By focusing on case law and constitutional rights, students would gain a more objective understanding of the American system without the influence of shifting political narratives. However, powerful teacher unions and administrative "middle management" are seen as significant barriers to such systemic reform.
The hosts discuss the lack of public understanding regarding the Electoral College and the official certification date of December 14. One host describes a "9/11 feeling" where the media narrative contradicted what was visible to the eye during the extended vote-counting process. They argue that the four-day delay in calling the race created a vacuum that the media struggled to fill.
The hosts lament the lack of civics education in the US, noting that the country is a Republic, not a Democracy. They discuss how the DNC and RNC effectively pick candidates before the public ever votes, citing the 2016 treatment of Bernie Sanders. They also criticize the Presidential Debate Committee for maintaining a "two-party system" that is not factually required by law.
