Ep 1265 | Is America Doomed? A Reality Check After the 2025 Elections | Ron Simmons

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Nov 10, 2025

U.S. Congressman Craig Goldman, a Texas political figure and former state legislator, joins Ron Simmons to dive into the recent government shutdown. They clarify how Democrats once supported the same bill they're now opposing and discuss a proposed measure to halt Congressional pay during shutdowns. Shifting gears, they analyze recent election outcomes in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York City, highlighting how these results could galvanize Republican support for the 2026 midterms. Ron also answers listener questions on family, finances, and parenting.

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Shutdown Caused By Senate Strategic Opposition

Craig Goldman explains the shutdown resulted from Senate-Democrat opposition to a clean continuing resolution despite having voted for the same bill earlier.
He argues the delay stems from Senate timing, nominations workload, and strategic Democratic positioning on subsidies.

ADVICE

Withhold Pay During Shutdowns

Do support legislation to withhold congressional pay during a shutdown; Goldman and others declined pay initially and would vote to remove salaries while services are closed.
Do expect back pay when government reopens unless new laws prevent it, so press for explicit removal rather than informal refusals.

INSIGHT

Elections Reflect Policy Preference, Not Just Identity

Ron Simmons analyzes recent 2025 elections and attributes Democratic wins partly to federal-employee concentrations and strong local machines.
He argues identity politics claims about electing representatives who 'look like us' mask voters' preferences for aligned policies.

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