About this episode
The episode discusses the effectiveness of the 'Tax the Rich' strategy for Democrats and explores Ted Turner's legacy in media and mental health.
Is 'Tax the Rich' an effective strategy or a liability for Democrats on a national scale? Dive into the debate with Councilman Frank Morano as we unpack New York City's newest tax policy. Take a deeper look at political implications on today's show. Plus, exploring the legacy of Ted Turner: his monumental impact on media, and the struggles he faced with mental health. How do leaders thrive under pressure, and what can we learn from their stories? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
People in this episode
Host: Michael Smerconish
Guest: Frank Morano
Topics covered
- tax policy
- political implications
- mental health
- media impact
- leadership under pressure
Keywords
- tax the rich
- Democrats
- New York City
- Ted Turner
- media
- mental health
- leadership
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: CNN Podcasts, Ted Turner
Places: New York City
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