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The hosts discuss Neely Fuller's analogy of the "slave ship," where voting for a slightly better candidate is likened to a second lieutenant offering more cornbread to those in the hold. While Moe respects Fuller, he disagrees with the "crumbs" approach, preferring to "rattle the chains" to demand real power. Adam Curry emphasizes that elected officials should be viewed as employees rather than leaders.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver attempted to clarify the league's position, stating that while the NBA supports freedom of expression for employees like Daryl Morey, they must live with the consequences. This "moonwalking on a razor blade" approach tries to balance Western values of free speech with Chinese demands for accountability and firings. Silver's appearance and leadership style are scrutinized as he navigates the risk of losing either the global fan base or the Chinese market.
