Courage is Contagious | The Glenn Beck Program | 11/24/23
Nov 24, 2023
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Controversy surrounding transgender athlete breaking swim record, fight against pornography viewing by minors, concerns about Chinese virus infiltrating hospitals, corruption in American justice system, protests in Dublin labeled as 'far-right', updates from Israel's hostage situation, community fight against battery factory, importance of not giving China the lead, Covenant Eyes app for internet accountability, lack of reporting on judges and actions in DC, missing and doctored evidence related to January 6th committee, unrest and riots in Grand Rapids and Dublin, need for order and principles vs chaos, importance of standing up for American values
Through grassroots efforts and a successful recall vote, citizens in Green Charter Township managed to fight against a proposed battery plant with ties to the Chinese Communist Party, highlighting the importance of citizen activism and national interest.
Former Congressman and Ambassador Pete Hoekstra warns about China's long-term goals to dominate the world economically and militarily, emphasizing the need to reassess dependence on Chinese supply chains, protect national security, and fight against elites prioritizing profit.
Conservative leader Thierry Baudet's success in the Netherlands reflects a growing worldwide desire among everyday citizens to have their concerns heard and addressed, challenging established political dynamics and pushing for change.
The Covenant Eyes app offers accountability and support for those struggling with pornography addiction, demonstrating a high rate of success in avoiding explicit material and aiming to combat the concerning prevalence of this addiction.
Deep dives
Citizens in Green Charter Township come together to fight against battery plant
In Green Charter Township, citizens from different political backgrounds joined forces to fight against a proposed battery plant. The plant, owned by Goshen High Tech, had ties to the Chinese Communist Party, which raised national security concerns. Additionally, residents expressed worries about the environmental impact and the number of jobs the plant would actually create. Through grassroots efforts and a successful recall vote, the citizens managed to fight against the establishment and ultimately crush their opponents. The funds donated to the Mesa (Mecosta Environmental and Security Alliance) are being used for legal actions against the battery plant and to counter the deep-pocketed entities supporting it.
Former Congressman decries Chinese influence in local development projects
Former Congressman and Ambassador Pete Hoekstra emphasized the long-term goals of China to dominate the world economically and militarily. He expressed concern over the Chinese Communist Party's influence on local development projects, such as battery plants, which have significant environmental and national security implications. Hoekstra highlighted the importance of grassroots activism and the need for citizens to fight against the elites who prioritize profit and disregard national interests. He also mentioned the need to reassess the dependence on Chinese supply chains and the importance of onshoring production to protect national security.
Conservative voices gaining momentum in the Netherlands
After an election in the Netherlands, conservative leader Thierry Baudet emerged as a significant political force. Baudet's party, Forum for Democracy, won a surprising number of seats in parliament due to rising discontent with establishment politics. The Dutch population expressed dissatisfaction with the mainstream parties' handling of immigration, EU influence, and cultural preservation. Baudet's success reflects a growing desire among the Dutch people to have their concerns heard and addressed. The battle against generational and ideological elites is expanding worldwide, with everyday citizens pushing for change and upending established political dynamics.
The Covenant Eyes app offers a solution for people struggling with pornography addiction. The app provides accountability by allowing users to designate an ally who receives regular updates on their internet activity. Less than 5% of Covenant Eyes users cross the explicit content threshold from the very first day of using the app, indicating a high rate of success in avoiding explicit material. The prevalence of pornography addiction has become a concerning issue affecting both men and women, with estimates suggesting that around 70% of men and 50% of women struggle with it. The app aims to provide support and aid in overcoming this addiction.
Stabbing outside school leads to riots and destruction in Dublin
A stabbing incident occurred outside a school in Dublin, resulting in three children being injured, one critically. The incident sparked riots and destruction throughout the city, with buses and buildings set on fire and looting taking place. The underlying tension in Ireland, fueled by far-right and far-left ideologies, contributes to the escalating unrest. What is needed is open and honest conversation to address the issues at hand and find common ground based on shared principles.
The Clash of Far-Right and Far-Left in Ireland
The far-right and far-left in Ireland are fueling chaos and destruction, with both sides hating each other yet sharing similar principles of big governance. The far-left supports international socialism, while the far-right advocates for national socialism. This ideological clash leads to societal destabilization and a breakdown of order. To mitigate this, it is crucial to focus on common principles and values, disregard the extreme fringes, and unite based on the foundational principles that made America exceptional.
The Immigration Process and Influx across Borders
Jonathan Dunne, an immigrant from Ireland, shares his perspective on the stark contrast between the lengthy and rigorous immigration process he went through to enter the United States legally and the influx of illegal immigrants crossing the borders daily. He highlights the importance of having a vetting system that prioritizes those who genuinely value and contribute to America's principles and values. Amidst the chaos and division, it is essential to appreciate the core foundations of the nation and stand for the Constitution, individual rights, and free markets.
Filling in for Glenn, Justin Barclay discuss another transgender athlete making waves at the college ranks for finding success as a woman, after no notable accomplishments as a male athlete. Riley Gaines joins the program to weigh in and talk about the response by female athletes that she has seen. Speaker Johnson continues to get backlash from the left for having the nerve to suggest that porn might be a terrible thing for he and his son to view, and they need to hold each other accountable. Ron DeHaas joins the program to discuss the fight against pornography, especially when viewed by minors. Justin discusses the latest fight against a Chinese virus infecting their hospitals... are we going to go through COVID-Part 2? Maybe not, as Justin explains what is really happening, as well as the fight back against enemy agents trying to infiltrate at the local levels with former Ambassador Pete Hoekstra. Just how corrupt has the American justice system gotten? Are we really living in a banana republic? Julie Kelly joins Justin to discuss how radical some judges have been to defendants in the January 6th trials, as well as to just conservatives in general. How is protesting the death of a five-year old girl who was stabbed by an immigrant considered "far-right"? Jonathon Dunne joins Justin from Ireland to discuss the way the protests in Dublin are being covered by the media at large versus what truly is going on. Justin also discusses the latest from Israel, as 25 hostages have been released, yet none of them are the Americans still trapped overseas.
