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Tributes to Mayor Perillo, NY Boat Incident, and Economic Policy Debates
In Episode 83, the episode begins by paying tribute to Vito Perillo, the oldest serving mayor, following his passing. The focus then shifts to the ongoing Coast Guard search efforts after a boat sinking near Breezy Point, NY. Senator Cory Booker's criticism of recent federal budget cuts is discussed, highlighting the potential impacts on communities. The conversation expands as Booker, alongside Senator Bernie Sanders, addresses the pressing issue of income inequality and critiques current economic policies. The episode concludes with a call to action, encouraging listeners to stay engaged with these critical topics.
Key Points
- Vito Perillo, the oldest mayor in the United States and a World War Two veteran, passed away at 100 while serving his second term as mayor of Tinton Falls, New Jersey.
- The United States Coast Guard is actively searching for one missing person after a boat began sinking near Breezy Point, New York, with five individuals already recovered, four of whom were unresponsive.
- Senator Bernie Sanders is raising alarms about the widening gap between the ultra-wealthy and the rest of the population, advocating for systemic changes to address income inequality in the United States.
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