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In this episode of A Black Executive Perspective podcast's new series 'Pull Up, Speak Up,' hosts Tony Tidbit and Chris P. Reed gather a roundtable of dynamic leaders including Tauri Laws Phillips, Majken Zylik, and Mario Ficarra to discuss critical issues affecting the nation. The panel explores topics such as the controversial assassination of UnitedHealth Group CEO Brian Thompson, the future of birthright citizenship under President Trump, and President Biden's recent pardon of his son, Hunter. The episode also delves into the implications of political power and loyalty, providing a platform for raw, unfiltered, and honest discussions. The conversation concludes with a call to action to incorporate LESS (L-E-S-S): Learn, Educate, Share, and Stop, to end Discrimination. Join the hosts and panelists as they navigate the complexities of current political and social issues while emphasizing the importance of meaningful dialogue.
00:00: Introduction and Opening Remarks
01:07: Meet the Hosts and Partners
01:41: Introducing the Roundtable Panel
03:38: Personal Reactions to the Election
05:24: Ground Rules for Discussion
07:00: Initial Reactions to Trump's Re-election
18:18: Cabinet Picks and Their Implications
28:35: Public Reaction to CEO Assassination
36:36: The Callousness of Society
37:01: The Daniel Petri Case
37:41: Empathy and Health Insurance
41:33: Trump's Birthright Citizenship Statement
42:11: America: A Nation of Immigrants?
56:49: Hunter Biden's Pardon Controversy
01:05:55: Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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