Heritage Explains

This week, Thomas Jipping, deputy director of Heritage’s Meese Center for Legal and Judicial Studies explains what happens next in the Senate now that the House has voted to impeach President Trump, how long it could take, and what to expect from lawmakers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Trump Administration announced last week that they will close loopholes that allow people to receive food stamps longer while not actively seeking a job or work training. Many on the left have criticized as “cruel” and “stupid.” But is it? Could it be that work is actually a critical path out of poverty? On this episode, we talk with Robert Rector about the changes implemented by the White House, and the implications it has on the economy, our culture, and better ways to empower people. Show notes:The Truth About the New Food Stamp Work Requirements’ Effects   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Air Force announced this fall that it’s oldest bomber, the B-52, will be getting some major upgrades. This week, we explain what our B-52 bombers look like today, what types of modifications they need and why it’s important. Our expert is John Venable, a 25-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force who served in three combat operations and former commander of the celebrated Thunderbirds.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know that for much of the 19th century, Thanksgiving was only celebrated by New Englanders and Northeastern transplants in the upper Midwest and New York? Learn more about Sarah Josepha Hale and why she so desperately wanted President Abraham Lincoln to adopt the idea of Thanksgiving as a national holiday.Show notes:Meet the Woman Who Helped Make Thanksgiving a U.S. Holiday by John York Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many on the left claim that "Medicare for All" will save you money. They say that healthcare will be better and more affordable. Not true. According to a new Heritage Foundation study, not only would private insurance be outlawed and everyone forced to use government healthcare, but a family of 4 earning the median income would pay $9,000 a year to pay for Medicare For All. That’s about equal to what they spend on food every year. This week, Tommy Binion breaks down the report, and pushes back against the left’s narrative that the middle class would save money under "Medicare for All." Show notes:How Medicare For All Harms Working Americanshttps://www.heritage.org/sites/default/files/2019-11/SR219.pdfMedicare For All Would Make Most Families Poorer (Charts and Infographics)https://www.dailysignal.com/2019/11/19/in-charts-how-medicare-for-all-would-make-most-families-poorer/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Federal Government sends over $800 billion dollars a year to States and local governments to be spent on many wasteful projects. This week, we sit down with Mike Nichols of the Badger Institute and David Ditch of the Heritage Foundation to talk about our out-of-control spending on wasteful projects, and the impact this has on federalism and state sovereignty.  Show Notes: Federal Grantstanding: How federal grants are depriving us of our money, liberty and trust in government – and what we can do about (Book) it https://www.badgerinstitute.org/BI-Files/Federalism/Federalism-Book/FederalismbookFinalPDFs.pdf Taxpayers Taken For A Ride (Badger Institute video on “The Hop,” Milwaukee’s new $128 million streetcar)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTpyihfaTo8&t=9 Taxpayers Deserve A Refund; California’s Rail Debaclehttps://www.heritage.org/taxes/commentary/taxpayers-deserve-refund-californias-rail-debacle Taxpayers Get The Shaft; New York’s Crazy Expensive Subway Elevators https://www.heritage.org/taxes/commentary/taxpayers-get-the-shaft-new-yorks-crazy-expensive-subway-elevators  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

China continues to demand more from America in exchange for access to their markets. But they are not demanding more goods or more money, they are actively trying to censor Americans and change our perception of their communist culture. Whether it’s Hollywood, the NBA, or our school system, China’s strategy seems to be working. But some Americans are pushing back. This week, our friend Mike Gonzalez joins us to explain what’s going on and ways we can push back.   “Will China’s Censors Bring Us the Splinternet?”https://www.heritage.org/asia/commentary/will-chinas-censors-bring-us-the-splinternet “Chinese Censorship: Coming To A Radio Near You”https://www.heritage.org/global-politics/commentary/chinese-censorship-coming-radio-near-you REPORT“China’s Public Opinion Warfare: How Our Culture Industry Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the PRC”http://thf_media.s3.amazonaws.com/2015/pdf/BG2986.pdf  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Was America ever really great? Sadly, this is a question we are hearing more and more. Our guest this week, Jarrett Stepman, author of "The War on History" explains why people are attacking historical figures like Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, Christopher Columbus and more and lays out the truth we must preserve. Show Notes: "The War on History: The Conspiracy to Rewrite America's Past What Our Founders Really Thought of Slavery—and Why The New York Times Is WrongThe New York Times’ 1619 Project Reeks of Herbert Marcuse’s Divisive Ideology1776, not 1619 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Much of the news in October has been dominated by Syria. Many people on the right and the left have been critical of President Trump for how the situation had been handled. But why? This week, expert Jim Carafano sits down with us to correct the record and explain the much needed context surrounding Syria. Show Notes:Dr. Carafano's recent piece on Syria and Turkey cease-fire https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/james-carafano-turkey-and-syriaHeritage Youtube Page featuring Dr. Carafano's TV Appearances:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBs6_t5NjudQ4mYQGNbUVrH8Vef_QmkPg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our final episode of a three part series on impeachment expert John Malcolm says it’s highly likely that the House of Representatives will impeach President Trump -- and it could be as soon as next month. Malcolm discusses why in moving forward with this impeachment Democrats are playing a game of political high stakes poker.SHOW NOTES:Everything You Need to Know About ImpeachmentThe Heritage Guide to The Constitution Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.