The director/producer, Patrick Lovell, of The Big Con visited to discuss his take on Trump’s indictment relative to the failure of past DOJs to prosecute the fraudulent banksters that caused the 2008 financial crash.
Patrick Lovell on Trump and the banksters
The conversation opens with an emphasis on the charges against Donald Trump and how they fit into the broader financial picture of the country. While the charges against Trump are significant, Lovell expresses concern about how they might overshadow the systemic financial issues facing the nation.
Lovell delves into the history of financial crises, including the 2008 financial collapse, and relates it to Trump’s history in real estate and finance. He argues that the fraudulent practices used by Trump mirror wider, systemic issues in the financial industry that have gone largely unaddressed by the government.
The conversation also touches on the political environment, including gerrymandering, the Supreme Court’s power, and the erosion of democracy. Lovell connects these issues to the legal actions against Trump, illustrating a larger crisis in governance and the rule of law.
By examining how CEOs manipulated short-term growth and how the banking system contributed to the 2008 crisis, Lovell highlights the structural flaws in the financial system. He links Trump’s behavior to these systemic failures and questions why actions against bankers were not taken as they were against Trump.
Lovell concludes the interview with a call for public engagement in fostering a nation of, by, and for the people. He highlights the need for attention to systemic issues beyond Trump, calling for a focus on renewable energy and social justice, and underscores the importance of public participation in achieving these goals.
This summary captures the multifaceted conversation that not only addresses Trump’s legal challenges but also places them within the broader context of financial fraud, political dysfunction, and social inequity. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing these underlying systemic problems for the future well-being of the country.