Heritage Explains

The October 7th Hamas attacks have exposed an ugly wave of antisemitism in America's universities and elite institutions. Heritage Research Fellow Jason Bedrick explains what antisemitism is (and is not) and what we can do about it. —Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Follow Jason Bedrick on X: https://twitter.com/JasonBedrick Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to them, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) bureaucrats make institutions more fair and just for everyone. But, research suggests that the opposite is likely true. This has become especially obvious to Americans in the wake of Hamas’ vicious attacks on Israel. Jay Greene explains the connection. —Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Three papers by Jay Greene:Diversity University: https://www.heritage.org/education/report/diversity-university-dei-bloat-the-academyEquity Elementary: https://www.heritage.org/education/report/equity-elementary-extended-the-growth-and-effects-diversity-equity-and-inclusionInclusion Delusion: https://www.heritage.org/education/report/inclusion-delusion-the-antisemitism-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-staffFollow Jay Greene on X at https://twitter.com/jaypgreene Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The devastating terrorist attacks in Israel have rocked the world. Heritage Director of the Center for National Defense and Israel Expert Robert Greenway explains what has happened and what we should do. —Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—More by Robert Greenway: https://www.heritage.org/staff/robert-greenwayFollow Robert Greenway on X: https://twitter.com/RC_Greenway Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spencer Chretien, Assistant Director of Heritage's Presidential Transition Project, discusses Project 2025 and its goals to support the next conservative president and improve government effectiveness. They explore the concept of the administrative state and the debate between nonpartisan experts and political management. They also highlight the pillars of Project 2025, the excitement and growth within the conservative movement, and the aim to be ready on day one.

There is a trend on the internet of women asking the men in their lives a historical question: How often do you think about the Roman Empire? They’re surprised by the answer. Heritage Vice President Roger Severino explains why you should care. —Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Roger Severino on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/RogerSeverino_Mike Duncan’s The History of Rome Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-history-of-rome/id261654474Tyler O’Neil’s article in The Daily Signal on the Roman Empire: https://www.dailysignal.com/2023/09/21/why-do-men-think-roman-empire/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Javier Miel, a controversial conservative member of the Argentine government, is a favorite to win the Argentine presidential election this fall. Why should Americans care about who he is and what he stands for? Heritage Vice President Victoria Coates and Visiting Fellow Joseph Humire explain. —Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Joseph Humire on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/jmhumireVictoria Coates on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/VictoriaCoatesDaily Signal Reporting on the Maui Wildfires: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0yJOtwxrBY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whenever there is a major weather event, such as the wildfires in Hawaii in August, leftists are quick to blame climate change and push “green” policy. But this approach is fraught with problems. Heritage’s Director of the Center for Energy, Climate, and the Environment, Diana Furchtgott-Roth, explains. —Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Diana Furchtgott-Roth on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/DFR_EconomicsDiana Furchtgott-Roth on Heritage.org: https://www.heritage.org/staff/diana-furchtgott-rothDaily Signal Reporting on the Maui Wildfires: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0yJOtwxrBY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in schools. It is currently under attack by the Biden Administration, who wants to remove protections for biological women in sports and other opportunities. Sarah Parshall Perry explains why this is happening and what we can expect in the future. —Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Crystal Bonham on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/crystalkatetxSarah Parshall Perry on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/SarahPPerrySarah Parshall Perry on Heritage.org:https://www.heritage.org/staff/sarah-parshall-perry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following last summer’s reversal of Roe vs. Wade, the Department of Defense is providing free transportation and lodging for service members seeking abortions. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) has pledged to block appointments of military officials until this situation is resolved. Why is he doing this? We spoke with Cody Sargent and Mike Gonzalez to find out. —Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Mike Gonzalez on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/GundisalvusCody Sargent on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/codydsargentMike’s Op-Ed in the Washington Examiner: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/restoring-america/patriotism-unity/tuberville-right-to-challenge-military-wokenessHeritage President Dr. Kevin Roberts on Senator Tuberville: https://www.heritage.org/life/commentary/biden-played-politics-abortion-and-national-defense-tuberville-right-fight-it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In August of 2021, the Biden Administration botched the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan, leading to needless chaos and bloodshed. Heritage Vice President Victoria Coates sat down with Jerry Dunleavy and James Hasson to discuss their new book: Kabul: The Untold Story of Biden’s Fiasco and the American Warriors Who Fought to the End.—Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Kabul: The Untold Story of Biden's Fiasco and the American Warriors Who Fought to the End: https://www.centerstreet.com/titles/jerry-dunleavy/kabul/9781546005308/Victoria Coates on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/VictoriaCoatesJames Hasson on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/JamesHasson20Jerry Dunleavy on X Twitter)l: https://twitter.com/JerryDunleavy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.