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Matthew McConaughey’s Pleas To U.S. Lawmakers On Gun Control Do Say a Bit – But What Will Happen Now? (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Just days following the deadly Uvalde, Texas shooting that resulted in the deaths of 19 students, one grandmother and two teachers, actor Matthew McConaughey decided to speak directly to Congress during an appearance at the White House this week. In his speech, McConaughey, who owns several guns himself, pleaded with Congress to “reach a higher ground” when it comes to gun legislation. “We want secure and safe schools and we want gun laws that won’t … Read more

NYC Councilwoman calls Police Shooting “White Supremacy.”

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Only one problem: The officer was a Black Male. (Guest: Michael Letts) When it comes to finding out the motives of someone responsible for a mass shooting, there’s a lot to look at, from emotional to physical abuse. However, New York City Councilwoman Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn recently went way off base when it came to determining the reasoning for a shooting incident in Tulsa a few days ago. Not long after Tulsa Police Department Chief … Read more

Incident Involving Multiple Gunmen In Philadelphia Call For a Bigger Need For Constitutional-Carry (Guest: Second Amendment Spokesperson)

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Violence ran rampant over the weekend in Philadelphia, with multiple gunmen taking place in a shooting that left three people dead and 11 other people injured. The incident took place in the midst of a crowded downtown street Saturday evening, where several gunshots were heard and a lone gunmen began firing into a large crowd, according to a police report. Reports indicate that the shooting stemmed from some form of physical confrontation. In a time … Read more

Gasoline Prices Are Sky High – and With Growing Inflation, They Might Get Even Worse (Guest: Brett Winterble)

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Inflation has been on the rise throughout 2022, reaching its highest peak in a 40 year period. And one of the most crucial areas that’s been hit the hardest is the price of gasoline. In a new report, the Epoch Times noted that the price of gasoline has spiked 33 cents over the past two weeks alone, with the national average being $4.71 per gallon. But it’s likely to get even worse, with gas expected … Read more

New FBI Report Shows Rise in Active Shooter Incidents for the Previous Year, Including a Disturbing Trend Coming Out of California (Guest: Michael Letts)

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A new report by the Federal Bureau of Investigation has shown an increase in “active shooter incidents” for the past year, with a 52.5 percent rise from 2020 to 2021. What’s even more startling is that the numbers actually show a higher increase between 2017 and 2021, by 96.8 percent. The FBI has designated that a total of 61 shootings across 30 states have been deemed “active shooter incidents,” resulting in 103 deaths and 140 … Read more

Global Warming: In the Book “The Great Deception” (Guest: Guy Mitchell)

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The U.S. Supreme Court is about to release its decision in a landmark Climate Change case. Joining us to discuss this impending ruling is Guy Mitchell, author of the book: Global Warming, the Great Deception. Talking Points: Global Warming: In the book, “The Great Deception” by Guy Mitchell, it disproves virtually every science-based claim by climate scientists and the proponents of the man-made global warming hypothesis The world’s temperature databases depict no significant warming of … Read more

What Does President Joe Biden’s Cancellation of $5.8 Billion In Student Loans Say About the State of Today’s Economics? (Guest: Brett Winterble)

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After an outcry for what seemed like months on end, the U.S. Department of Education has made the decision to cancel about $5.8 billion in outstanding student loans across 560,000 borrowers. It acts as the largest single loan forgiveness action taken by the government to date. However, it looks like it’s focused on anyone that attended schools operated by Corinthian Colleges, which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2015 and has since closed down. This … Read more

President Joe Biden Demands Action on Assault Rifles, But Is It the Definitive Solution? (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Following yet another shooting this week in Tulsa that resulted in the death of five people, President Joe Biden has decided enough is enough when it comes to gun violence in the United States, calling for a full-on ban of so-called assault weapons. “For God’s sake, how much more carnage are we willing to accept?” Biden asked during his plea, calling for multiple measures opposed by many in Congress that would stop the sale of … Read more

In the Face of People Questioning the Effectiveness of Police Officers, Tulsa’s First Responders Work Quickly To Prevent Further Loss of Life In a Recent Shooting (Guest: Michael Letts)

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The effectiveness of police officers recently came into question during a school shooting that took place just over a week ago in Uvalde, Texas, which left 19 students and two teachers dead. Many are wondering if Uvalde’s local police forces could’ve been more active in stopping the shooter, leaving many questions in their wake. However, Tulsa appears to be setting a different example. A deadly shooting took place earlier today in an Oklahoma medical building, … Read more

Tragic Tulsa Shooting Shows Effectiveness of Police Forces, But Could Constitutional-Carry Have Done More to Keep People Protected?

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A tragic shooting took place in a medical building in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving four people dead before the gunman turned his weapon on himself. Although tragic, the shooting showed the effectiveness of the Tulsa police department, working quickly and effectively to prevent the shooter from hurting others. Mayor G.T. Bynum praised the department, noting, “The men and women of the Tulsa Police Department did not hesitate.” Also providing a thumbs-up was Oklahoma state representative Melissa … Read more

House Judiciary Committee Looks To Vote On a New Gun Control Legislation This Week, But is it Beneficial? (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Following the deadly Uvalde school shooting just a few days ago, the House Judiciary Committee is working on voting on a new measure that could call for gun control legislation. The vote corresponds with Gun Violence Awareness Day, June 3. According to this CNN report, this would raise the lawful age to purchase a semiautomatic rifle from 18 to 21. In addition, it would introduce several new offenses for gun trafficking and selling large-capacity magazines, as … Read more

Bad Economic Numbers For Joe Biden Leave Some People Wondering If There’s an End In Sight For Inflation (Guest: Ron Paul)

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While inflation numbers are at an all-time high right now – particularly with gas and house pricing – there is one thing that appears to be dropping. And that’s President Joe Biden’s approval numbers. A recent Economic Confidence Index number gathered by the team at Gallup suggest that the current president sits at -45 for the month of May. Considering that +100 is very good and -100 is very bad, it indicates that most Americans … Read more

Why Do Americans Keep Spending Money In the Face of Growing Inflation? (Guest: Devlyn Steele)

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Inflation has reached its highest point in 40 years, with gas and housing prices reaching an all-time high – with no signs of slowing down. That said, a new report suggests that Americans are continuing to spend money. According to the New York Times, consumer spending has risen 0.9 percent for the month of April. Surprisingly enough, auto sales have risen as well, following months of shortage on the market. The article notes that part … Read more

The House Judiciary Committee Looks To Vote On a New Gun Control Legislation This Week, But Does It Prove Beneficial? (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Following the deadly Uvalde school shooting that occurred just a few days ago, the House Judiciary Committee is working to vote on a new measure that could call for gun control legislation. According to this CNN report, this would raise the lawful age to purchase a semiautomatic rifle from 18 to 21 years old. In addition, it would introduce several new offenses for gun trafficking and selling large-capacity magazines, as well as a potential criminal penalty … Read more

The House Judiciary Committee Is Preparing a “Protecting Our Kids Act”, But How Much Of a Limitation Will It Put On Gun Owners? (Guest: 2nd Amendment Foundation members)

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Following the deadly shooting at a school in Uvalde, Texas that left 19 students and two teachers dead, the House Judiciary Committee appear to be working on a new bill called the “Protecting Our Kids Act” that could change certain rules to those that purchase guns. The big standout is raising the lawful age of purchasing a semiautomatic rifle from 18 to 21, but there are other notes as well. These include creating federal offenses for gun … Read more

A New Gun Control Legislation Measure Could Be Voted On This Week – But How Much Will It Infringe On the Rights of Gun Owners? (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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A new report from CNN indicates that the House Judiciary Committee is preparing to vote on a new gun control legislation bill as soon as this week, in the wake of the deadly Uvalde school shooting that left 19 students and two teachers dead. In the measure, according to the report notes, the lawful age to purchase a semiautomatic rifle would rise from 18 to 21. Furthermore, it would introduce a potential penalty for those that … Read more

What have we learned from the tragic elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas? (Guest: Michael Letts)

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The tragedy at the Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, left 19 young children, two teachers dead, and many others injured. The 18-year-old assailant sucker-punched the conscience of America once again, becoming an all too familiar, almost weekly mass shooting headline story that leaves us frightened about the safety of our children and communities.  The immediate questions are, what did law enforcement do in this situation, and what can we do individually and as a … Read more

Many Republicans Believe Arming More Teachers Is the Answer In the Face of the Deadly Uvalde School Shooting

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Following this week’s tragic shooting that left 19 students and 2 teachers dead, many are wondering what the next step is when it comes to keeping people protected from such a catastrophic event. Several Republicans have since discussed “hardening” school security, while others believe in a different strategy – arming teachers to retaliate when needed. While some parents believe this solution may be “unheard of,” it’s a policy already in effect in some Texas districts. … Read more

Davos’ World Economic Forum Paints a Bleak Picture for the Economy: “The Worst Since the Second World War” (Guest: Devlyn Steele)

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The World Economic Forum is underway in Davos, for the first time since COVID-19 put it on hold back in 2020. Many leaders to discuss many issues surrounding money problems, and, as expected, the United States came up. Facing the highest inflation that it’s seen in forty years, the U.S. could be facing even direr straits as it heads into 2023. Kristalina Georgieva, who serves as managing director for the International Monetary Fund, noted that … Read more

Op-Ed: Notorious St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner Is Facing a Devastating Career Change (By Michael Letts)

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(Originally published on The Western Journal) With a number of states having trouble getting enough police officers to patrol the streets, it’s frustrating when those in office can’t do their job. But what’s worse is when someone takes advantage of her office for political gain. I’m speaking about Democrat Kim Gardner, who currently serves as circuit attorney for St. Louis. However, that may soon change, considering she’s under investigation for ethics violations. According to the St. Louis … Read more

TOPIC: CAN WE PREVENT MASS SHOOTINGS IN THE FUTURE?  (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Just days after a tragic shooting in a Buffalo supermarket, another terrifying incident has taken place, this time at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. Two days before the beginning of summer break, an 18-year-old armed with a pistol and rifle walked into the school, opening fire, killing 18 students and a teacher. The suspect, who killed his grandmother earlier, was killed after attempting to fire upon enforcement officers, hitting two but leaving them with … Read more

The Texas School Shooting That Left 19 Students and 2 Teachers Dead Should Be a Wake-Up Call For Washington To Figure Out Gun Control, Says Mark Walters 

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Just ten years since the Sandy Hook shooting took place, another horrifying event took place last night in Uvalde, Texas. An 18-year old managed to enter Robb Elementary School with a pistol and a rifle, barricading himself in a classroom and firing at everyone inside. As a result, 19 students and 2 teachers were killed, before the suspect himself was shot by police officers. (It should be noted that the suspect also killed his grandmother … Read more

Top entrepreneurs to keep an eye on in 2022

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(This article originally published on USA Today.) For those considering starting a business, having the right mentor may mean the difference between success and moving on to a new chapter. Take a look at seven entrepreneurs shaking up their industries for inspiration. Physician and producer/keyboardist ZENG is breaking into the music scene with a unique sound David Zheng is a Neurology-Psychiatry dual board resident/physician at NYU and an accomplished keyboardist, producer  and composer, mentored master … Read more

A Nation In Economic Turmoil (Guest: Dr. Ron Paul)

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Full interview is available on VCY America. Within the hour prior to this edition of Crosstalk, Jim checked the U.S. national debt clock.  It showed nearly 30.5 trillion dollars in national debt.  Over two-thirds of the populace is saying the economy is bad.  Inflation is out of control as are food and gasoline prices, and that’s if the items you need are available at all (think baby formula)! Appearing on Crosstalk to bring some answers … Read more

Mass Shooting in Uvalde, Texas Elementary School Leaves 21 Dead. Time to consider Constitutional Carry (Guest: Stephen Willeford, hero who stopped Sutherland, TX shooting)

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Just mere days after a tragic shooting in a Buffalo supermarket, another terrifying incident has taken place, this time at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. Two days before the beginning of summer break, an 18-year old armed with a pistol and rifle walked into the school, opening fire and killing 18 students and one teacher, along with his grandmother. The suspect was killed after attempting to fire upon enforcement officers, hitting two but leaving … Read more

With Another Texas School Shooting That Has Left Over a Dozen Dead, Congress Should Consider an Open Carry Option Before It’s Too Late (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Nearly ten years following the terrifying Sandy Hook shooting that left 20 children and several others dead, another event has just taken place, with a frustrated 18-year old suspect to blame. In Uvalde, Texas, an 18-year old shooter killed his grandmother at his home before proceeding to Robb Elementary. He entered the school with a pistol and a rifle and began opening fire, killing 14 young students and one teacher, along with injuring two others. … Read more

San Francisco’s Mayor and Police Officers Won’t Participate In Upcoming Pride Parade, Due To One Rule (Guest: Michael Letts)

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The San Francisco Pride parade is ready to return in full force this year after a brief COVID hiatus. However, it will have one thing missing when it runs later this summer – a police presence. The parade organizers recently cited a rule to the city’s police department, along with the San Francisco Fire Department, that states they cannot wear their uniforms. They showed concerns about the level of “intimidation” they could have on other … Read more

Buffalo’s Mass Shooting Suspect Utilized Body Armor, and It’s a Disturbing Trend Growing In Other Shootings Too (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Last week’s mass shooting in a Buffalo supermarket, which left ten dead and several others injured, has left a lot of questions in its wake. But one big one remains – how was an 18-year old suspect not only able to get his hands on an illegally modified rifle, but also body armor? Details about the shooting indicate that the suspect was seen wearing body armor to protect himself while opening fire within the store … Read more

A Bear Attack In a Wisconsin Couple’s Home Speaks Clearly About Why More People Should Have Guns For Safety (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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A couple living in Wisconsin got the scare of their lives over the weekend when a bear attacked them inside their home over the weekend. Fortunately, they were able to hold off its advances and protect their children, killing it with a gun before more damage could be done. The bear was seen digging inside the couple’s bird feeder outside. When they yelled at it to “go away,” it instead charged through their home, attacking … Read more

What Could Be the Long-Term Effects From a Pending Recession? (Guest: Devlyn Steele)

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Over the past couple of months, American citizens (as well as others across the globe) have been feeling the effects of growing inflation. From rising gas prices to heavily priced items being imported from other markets, it’s left some people feeling like they’re in a crunch. And there are many indications this could lead to the first significant recession since 2008. Some experts believe that a forthcoming recession is inevitable, and could start as soon … Read more

Buffalo Shooting Suspect’s Online Manifesto Brings Up Questions Regarding Preparation and Future Effect On Others (Guest: Michael Letts)

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A shooting took place in a Buffalo supermarket last weekend that left 10 dead and several other wounded. As the suspect, 18-year old Payton Gendron, faces criminal proceedings for the mass shooting, some are questioning whether something could have been done beforehand. Shortly before the shooting took place, a 600 page chat log appeared online, with Payton identifying himself by name and detailing what was to come across six months of planning. It leaves many … Read more

Paying Tribute To Our Brave Protectors For National Police Week (Guest: Michael Letts)

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(Originally published here in American Thinker.) The past week has been a memorable one for officers everywhere, with National Police Week just concluded.  This week is set aside to pay tribute to both active and fallen officers who have risked their lives to keep the peace.  From a national event in Washington, D.C. to other tributes across the U.S., it’s been a week where people have given thanks to these brave officers. I thought I would take … Read more

Inflation and Market Selloff Have Young Families and Retirees Most At Risk! (Guest: Brett Winterble)

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Terrible news for the most vulnerable among us: young families and retirees. As the Wall Street wipeout continues, people are wondering if their retirement dollars are safe. Even the inventor of the 4% rule has had to rethink his approaches, it is a rule that has been held since 1994. The 4% retirement rule was instituted in in1994. Since then, retirees have relied on this rule to help determine how much they should spend in retirement. … Read more

Dow Had 9th Biggest Drop in Stock Market History on May 18 – So What Happens Now?

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May 18, 2022 was a shocking day on the stock market, thanks to an unforeseen drop in the Dow Jones Industrial average. By the end of the day, the stock has dropped 1,165 points or around 3.57 percent. Gauged with other losses we’ve seen on the market, that currently stands as the 9th biggest drop in stock history, and one of the top ten Dow drops in terms of points. It’s also the largest deficit … Read more

Blame Game Bust – Truth in Education Needed Now  (Guest: Sheri Few)

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The Democrats’ blame game is a bust with President Biden’s crashing approval rating and National Public Radio (NPR) helping them deflect with an article today attempting to link the Buffalo shooter with “Replacement Theory” while blaming Fox News hosts Tucker Carlson and Laura Ingram for elevating conspiracy theories and inciting violence.  The only effective way to combat the propaganda from the mainstream media today is to prioritize effective education policy that elevates parental rights and returns authority of education back to … Read more

Supermarket Shooter’s Access To an Assault Rifle Leads To Questions On How Effective a Gun Ban Would Truly Be (Guest: Michael Letts)

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A tragic shooting in a Buffalo supermarket, which resulted in the loss of ten people, has left people with questions. Namely, how President Joe Biden is considering getting gun bans put into place. But a new commentary from the Baltimore Sun indicates that may not be the easiest solution to the problem. The public is still awaiting information on how the 18-year old suspect managed to get his hands on an illegally modified assault rifle so easily. … Read more

Michael Letts: Citizens shouldn’t need private security in their neighborhoods

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(Originally published on Chicago Tribune) It’s been pretty well documented now that the “defund the police” movement was a disaster for American citizens. Even in areas that didn’t reduce police funding, there was a ripple effect from the overall impression the movement created. Police retired or were laid off, leaving many cities understaffed. Criminals felt emboldened, and crime increased. In Chicago, Mayor Lori Lightfoot proposed cutting $80 million from the police’s 2021 budget. She then … Read more

This Weekend’s Supermarket Shooting Leaves Questions As To What Should Be Done About Gun Control Laws (Guest: Michael Letts)

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A tragic shooting took place at a supermarket in Buffalo this weekend, resulting in the deaths of 10, including a former police officer. The shooter was apparently hate motivated, and even attempted to livestream some of the tragic event on Twitch before surrendering to police. As the gunman faces several first-degree murder charges, several are already debating whether tougher gun control laws are needed. He had published a hate-filled manifesto online beforehand, leaving many wondering … Read more

Mother Cut Off At Colorado School Board Meeting Leaving Questions As To What Kids Can Read In Schools

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According to Epoch Times, A Colorado mother was cut off at her local school board meeting while reading aloud a graphic passage from a book that is available at the school district. The school board decided the mother was “out of order” and demanded she stop reading.  The mother protested and said, “This is what you allow in our schools. This is what you allow for our kids to have access to. This is pornography and this is … Read more

Buffalo Mass Shooting Interview op’ w. Stephen Willeford, the man who stopped the Sutherland Springs, Texas Mass Shooting Assailant

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Gun Owners of America (GOA) spokesman Stephen Willeford is available for Talk Show interviews on the Buffalo, NY mass shooting, leaving 10 people dead, and this statement: “We all mourn the senseless deaths of Americans due to the hatred of this murderous individual. Unfortunately, politicians at the state and federal levels quickly jumped to the conclusion that more gun control would have prevented this act or others like it from happening in the future, without … Read more

Is Aid to Ukraine in the best interest of the United States?

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Rarely do Democrats and Republicans show public unity the way Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer have done in their efforts to pass legislation giving $40 billion of aid to Ukraine. But there is one former congressman who opposes foreign aid. His name is Ron Paul and he joins us in this lively discussion. Q&A:  If you were in Congress today, would you try to block this bill for $40 billion in aid to Ukraine? What’s … Read more

Delaware AG Demands Civil Rights Review of Women’s Lacrosse Team Involved in a Stop-and-Search (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings is questioning the actions of police officers, noting that she was “deeply troubled” over a Delaware State University women’s lacrosse team being part of a “stop and search” last month. Jennings believes that the search may be racial profiling and has called on officials in Georgia and the U.S. Justice Department to take a closer look at the matter. The search took place on April 20th; and based on the … Read more

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