Hochul says quiet part out loud; Dems admit shutdown is hurting wrong people; teachers unions prep for midterms

March 19 Episode – Strait of Hormuz, Shutdown Fallout, Hochul’s Tax Plea & Big Tech’s Energy Problem The global and domestic pressure points are converging—and even Democrats are starting to admit the consequences. In today’s episode of the 10 Minute Drill, we break down the growing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, as NATO leaders signal urgency in keeping one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes open. What happens next could have major implications for energy markets and global stability. Back home, cracks are forming in the shutdown narrative. Prominent Democrats are now acknowledging that the strategy is hurting everyday Americans—federal workers missing paychecks, long lines growing, and frustration mounting. We also take a closer look at New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s candid admission that high earners are leaving the state—and her call to bring them back to fund expansive social programs. Plus, newly revealed teachers union training materials raise questions about political activism in K-12 education, while the rapid rise of AI exposes a growing reality: America’s tech dominance depends on energy dominance. And finally, we break down the latest from Texas Democrat James Talarico, whose positions on energy, food, and culture highlight where parts of the left are heading. All that and more in today’s 10 Minute Drill—fast, focused, and unfiltered. 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - NATO & the Strait of Hormuz 2:03 - Democrats Shutdown Causing Pain 4:19 - Hochul wants more money 6:06 - Teachers Unions Indoctrination 8:17 - Tech & Energy 9:29 - James Talarico the Vegan