Heritage Explains

Life just became a little more expensive for the middle class in American. On this episode of Heritage Explains live we break down the so-called Inflation Reduction Act passed this weekend along party lines.Will it actually reduce inflation? Spoiler alert: No.  Additional resources: https://www.dailysignal.com/2022/08/03/the-manchin-schumer-taxes-would-hit-both-rich-and-poor-americans/https://www.heritage.org/budget-and-spending/commentary/inflation-reduction-act-euphemism-big-government-socialism-higher Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A lot has happened since the controversial 2020 election, and many states have implemented laws that make it easier to vote and hard to cheat. With the 2022 midterm election rapidly approaching, can Americans be confident that our right to vote is properly protected? What more needs to happen before November? On this episode, Heritage Foundation election law expert Hans von Spakovsky explains.Show NotesHeritage Foundation Election Fraud Database - https://www.heritage.org/voterfraudHeritage Foundation Election Integrity Scorecard - https://www.heritage.org/electionscorecard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beijing is warning of “serious consequences” and “firm and resolute measures” in response to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan. On this bonus episode of Heritage Explains, we take your questions with Heritage Foundation China expert Dean Chang. Still haven’t subscribed to The Heritage Foundation on YouTube? Follow here: https://bit.ly/2otKliyFollow The Heritage Foundation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heritagefoundation/Follow The Heritage Foundation on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HeritageFollow The Heritage Foundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heritagefoundation/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, EJ Antoni, a research fellow in Heritage’s Center for Data Analysis explains exactly what marks a recession and more importantly -- looking beyond politics and definitions -- what every day Americans should expect now that the recession is official. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After President Biden's meeting with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, the White House has been touting the agreement for Mexico to pay $1.5 billion over two years for US border security efforts. But how will this money be spent and is it enough? What will the US have to do in return? Given that we are on track for a record-breaking year in terms of illegal border crossings, what is at stake in terms of safety and security and what we must do to finally fix the border? Lora Ries is the director of the Border Security and Immigration Center at The Heritage Foundation, and on this episode, she explains. Show NotesThe Biden order Crisis - https://www.heritage.org/biden-border-crisisLora Ries' work on border security - https://www.heritage.org/staff/lora-ries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Americans are feeling the pain at the pump and at the grocery store. Inflation is at a 40-year record high. Yet, President Joe Biden and his administration say that the economy is better than ever. This week, Distinguished Visiting Fellow Stephen Moore explains the truth about Joe Biden's economy.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lawmakers are considering adding women to the draft. This week, James Carafano, Vice President of Heritage’s Davis Institute for International Studies and 25 year Army veteran explains why that's a bad idea and if we should even still have a draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone is talking about sky-high gas prices. $5/gallon is hitting all of us where it hurts. On this episode, Heritage Foundation Executive Vice President, Derrick Morgan helps us understand why the left's proposed solutions to lowering sky-high gas prices are just gimmicks and do nothing to fix the actual problem. Instead, the Biden Administration should pursue and developing the abundant natural resources this great nation has.  Show Notes:We Don’t Need a Costly, Mandated Detour to Electric Cars - https://www.heritage.org/coal-oil-natural-gas/commentary/we-dont-need-costly-mandated-detour-electric-carsThe Real Culprit Behind the Gasoline Supply Crunch - https://www.heritage.org/coal-oil-natural-gas/commentary/the-real-culprit-behind-the-gasoline-supply-crunchHigh Gas Prices: The Pain Is the Point - https://www.heritage.org/coal-oil-natural-gas/commentary/high-gas-prices-the-pain-the-point Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The left continues to push the narrative that so-called "gender-affirming care" for kids (puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones) is necessary to prevent youth suicide. But in reality, the data tell a totally different story, and parents are often kept in the dark. On this episode, we talk with Jay Greene about his new report that shows "gender-affirming care" is not only dangerous for kids, but also why parents (not government) must be empowered to make decisions for their kids. Show NotesPuberty Blockers, Cross-Sex Hormones, and Youth Suicide - https://www.heritage.org/gender/report/puberty-blockers-cross-sex-hormones-and-youth-suicideDoes “Gender-Affirming Care” For Trans Kids Actually Prevent Suicide? Here’s What The Data Say - https://www.heritage.org/gender/commentary/does-gender-affirming-care-trans-kids-actually-prevent-suicide-heres-what-the Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Amy Swearer, a legal policy analyst in Heritage's Meese Center for Legal and Judicial Studies help us understand why the United States is suffering from a crisis of untreated serious mental illness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.