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It's the story hardly anyone in America is talking about. One of Africa’s longest-serving presidents, Idriss Deby of Chad (who had ruled for 30 years) was recently killed in a battle against rebels advancing towards the capital. His shocking death has thrown the country’s frequently tempestuous politics into further turmoil, even as the rebels remain in the field. On this fascinating episode, we talk about who President Deby was and what his legacy looks like, what's at stake for this troubled region in Africa, and what this means for America and our allies.Show Notes:The President of Chad Was Killed in Combat. Here’s What You Need to Know About What’s Happening In the Region. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Biden is proposing a massive spending plan to supposedly build and rebuild America's infrastructure. While the plan relies on the moderate and uncontroversial term "infrastructure," less than 5% would actually go toward traditional road infrastructure projects. Rather, it will be spent on corporate welfare, tax credits, and the left's radical "green" agenda. On this episode, we learn what's in this plan, how much it will cost, and how we're going to pay for it (HINT: Taxes are likely going up).  Show Notes9 Things You Need to Know About Biden's "Infrastructure" Spending Plan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What the Biden administration should do to stop China from hosting the 2022 Olympics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2015 Ross Douthat coined the term "woke capitalism" when writing a piece for the New York Times. He defined it as how companies signal their support for progressive causes in order to maintain their influence in society. He really tapped into something. Since then, this mindset has only grown, as the largest corporations are now weighing in of almost every major (and not-so-major) public policy issue. The problem: they increasingly land on the "leftist" side of the issue. So what is the impact? Is this a coordinated effort? What is the antidote to this "corporate wokeness" infiltrating our largest American companies? On this episode, Andy Olivastro joins us to weigh in with a unique perspective. He led communications and reputation strategy for some of the largest corporations and best known brands, and witnessed first-hand this gradual shift toward "corporate wokeness."Show Notes: Success, Not Corporate Wokeness, Elevates the Human Condition1 Investor With 1 Share Can Call Out Corporate LeftismThe Agenda of Black Lives Matter Is Far Different From the SloganConservatives, take back the franchise with proxy voting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, former acting secretary of the Department of Homeland Security in the Trump administration and Heritage visiting fellow, Chad Wolf, breaks down what’s happening at the border, how it started, and if we can stop it. Why Biden’s Blaming Trump for Border Crisis Has Zero Credibility Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Reagan talked a lot about securing peace through being strong, and there's no question that our military is strong. But that strength is not absolute.  It takes a lot of resources and constant innovation to keep up - especially when countries like China continue to grow their military presence around the world. So how do we keep up? This week, we dig into the NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act), and the priorities that Congress must sanction in order to keep our military strong and prepared. In addition, we look at some of the differences in President Biden's defense priorities and the implications. Show Notes:56 Recommendations for Congress: Shaping the FY 2022 National Defense Authorization Act and Defense Appropriations to Enhance the National DefenseHits & Misses in Biden’s Interim National Security Guidance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we discuss the Senate hearing on the Equality Act. Emilie Koa, director of Heritage's Devos Center explains the ways in which the Equality Act would effect everyday life, gives an outlook on the legislations future, and much more. Heritage Explains the Equality Act Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week the $1.9 trillion “American Rescue Plan” was passed. Yet only a paltry 9% (or less) of the stimulus will be spent on actual public health measures. Rather, it is a wish list of the left’s pet projects that has very little to do with reducing the spread of the virus. On this episode, Heritage Budget expert David Ditch breaks down the monstrous spending package, gives us insight as the where the money will actually go, and explains the disaster this is for the future of America. Show Notes:Joe Biden’s Coronavirus Stimulus Bill: A $1.9 Trillion Disaster5 Reasons To Avoid Another Big COVID-19 Package5 Charts Show Why Congress Must Stop Adding to National Debt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Heritage legal fellow Amy Swearer, breaks down the Biden administration’s plans on gun control. She explains why instead of addressing the real underlying problems when it comes to gun violence, President Biden is pushing politically divisive measures that could seriously damage our right to keep and bear arms without making the nation any safer. Blowing 4 Factual Holes in the Biden Gun Control Agenda Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heritage Foundation President, Kay Coles James, said in a recent article the right to vote is one of the most sacred rights that we as citizens can exercise. Hardly anyone—Democrats, Republicans and independents—trusts the process anymore, and legitimate concerns exist about the fairness and accuracy of our elections. We saw all of this on display in the 2020 election. If the proposed bill H.R. 1 becomes law, it is certain this would become the new normal in America. This week, we break down H.R. 1 and how it would undermine our election integrity forever. Show NotesThe Facts About H.R. 1: The “For the People Act of 2021”How To Restore Faith in Our Federal Elections Don’t Turn 2020’s Election Problems Into Law - Kay Coles James Op-Ed on H.R. 1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.