U.S. Representative Gary Palmer, a former founder of the Alabama Policy Institute, shares insights from his unique journey from engineering to Congress. He reveals his visions for the Western Hemisphere Prosperity and Security Alliance, highlighting concerns over U.S. dependency on foreign nations for rare earth minerals essential to tech and national security. Palmer also recounts intriguing conversations with Elon Musk and reflects on cultural renewal, leadership, and the impact of faith in driving societal change. A dynamic discussion on navigating contemporary governance and improving outdated systems adds to the richness.
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Palmer's Faith-Driven Career Start
Gary Palmer was called to start the Alabama Policy Institute despite feeling unqualified.
He quit his engineering job to follow his faith and began building impactful conservative networks.
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Culture Drives Politics
Cultural deficiencies in family and church fuel political problems today.
Rebuilding Christian culture is like rebuilding Jerusalem, fighting while constructing with a sword and shovel.
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Churches Must Raise Leaders
Churches should actively develop young people for leadership in all culture areas.
Prepare youth to lead because they will face key decisions soon, regardless of their desire.
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Michael Pillsbury
Michael Pillsbury's 'The 100-Year Marathon' unveils China's intricate, decades-long strategy to achieve global dominance, challenging the conventional wisdom of engagement. Drawing from his experiences as a government insider, Pillsbury exposes a pattern of deception and strategic planning aimed at undermining American power. The book illustrates how China has exploited Western naiveté and miscalculations to advance its own interests. Pillsbury argues that understanding China's long-term goals is crucial for shaping effective US policy and safeguarding American leadership. It underscores the need for a more realistic and assertive approach to Sino-American relations.
You Report to Me
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David Bernhardt
David Bernhardt's 'You Report to Me' offers a firsthand account of his experiences leading the Department of the Interior under President Donald Trump. Bernhardt details the inner workings of the federal bureaucracy. The book exposes the obstacles and resistance encountered while trying to implement policy changes. He recounts how the department tackled critical issues related to conservation, energy development, and public land management. Bernhardt underscores the importance of effective leadership and accountability in navigating the complex landscape of government administration.
"I was able to tell Elon Musk something he didn't know."
That is an incredible quote shared by U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer on this episode as he discusses his vision for the Western Hemisphere Prosperity and Security Alliance.
Much like the space race in the ’60s, there is a race to secure rare earth minerals for semiconductor chips and other digital hardware. This is absolutely necessary for our national security. Currently, we are completely dependent on other nations, many of whom are not our allies and most of which are actually adversarial like China, for our needs in this realm.
Palmer shares his vision for how we can solve this problem, recounting conversations he has had with Elon Musk and others in Trump's inner-circle about the topic.
We also hear Palmer's personal story—everything from playing for Bear Bryant, to starting the Alabama Policy Institute, and then winning as the major underdog in a congressional race.
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