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Over the last few weeks, the UK has seen upheaval in government, rioting, and increased official censorship. UK and EU bureaucrats have made threatening overtures to American citizens and businesses. Nile Gardiner, Director, Margaret Thatcher Center for Freedom here at the Heritage Foundation,has been watching the political turmoil that is happening in the UK, and unfortunately, these threats comes as no surprise.Nile Gardiner on X: https://twitter.com/NileGardiner— Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Gonzalez, a Heritage Senior Fellow, and Cody Sargent, Communications Director at Heritage Action for America, dive into the intricate political landscape surrounding Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, now a Democratic presidential nominee. They discuss Walz's polarizing legacy, particularly during the 2020 protests. The conversation also touches on the influence of woke ideology in politics and critiques Walz's view of socialism as a form of neighborliness. Lastly, they explore his controversial connections, highlighting the complexities of his political affiliations.

Earlier this week, the Supreme Court ended its 2024 term by handing down landmark decisions in a number of key cases, including the all-important Trump v. United States. Left-wing pundits, members of Congress, and even President Biden were quick to make wild claims about the Court's ruling on presidential immunity, with some asserting the president is now free to arrest, deport, or even murder his political enemies. Could any of this be true? Is the president now empowered to use the military to commit heinous crimes? That’s what the Left wants you to believe—because they want you to see the Supreme Court as illegitimate following a string of decisions that restore constitutional order and put power back in the hands of the people. So, what did the Court decide—and how will it affect you?Vice President of the Heritage Institute for Constitutional Government John Malcolm sat down with guest host Cody Sargent, director of communications at Heritage Action, to restore some sanity to the conversation and break down the summer's biggest SCOTUS decisions.  Heritage Legal Experts: SCOTUS Rightfully Protects Presidents from Politicized Prosecutions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Reproductive Empowerment and Support through Optimal Restoration (RESTORE) Act champions women’s health by expanding and promoting research and data collection on the reproductive health conditions that are the leading causes of infertility. The bill also provides educational tools for women dealing with these health issues. Emma Waters of the Heritage Foundation and Natalie Dodson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center explain the background and importance of this legislation. View the full press release: https://heritage.org/press/heritage-and-eppc-applaud-new-bill-offers-women-more-reproductive-health-options— Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The recent conviction of President Donald Trump in Manhattan is yet another case of the justice system being weaponized against conservatives, and Americans as a whole. Senior Legal Fellow Cully Stimson joins the show to explain just how deep the problem goes, and what we can do about it. — Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Rogue Prosecutors: How Radical Soros Lawyers Are Destroying America’s Communities: https://www.amazon.com/Rogue-Prosecutors-Destroying-Americas-Communities/dp/163758653 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are there too many people in America’s prisons? And why are some calling for the mass release of convicted criminals? Heritage Senior Legal Fellow Zack Smith explains. — Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Follow Zack on X: https://x.com/tzsmithZack Smith’s full article: https://www.heritage.org/crime-and-justice/commentary/the-myth-mass-incarceration-remains-strong-despite-all-evidence-the Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite the assurances of many on the left, illegal aliens have been found voting in U.S. elections around the country. Bad actors both inside and outside government seem to be facilitating this attack on America’— Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Read Hans’ full testimony at Heritage.org: https://www.heritage.org/election-integrity/report/american-confidence-elections-preventing-noncitizen-voting-and-other Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are the methods that the Chinese Communist Party is using to exert its influence in the world? Heritage Vice President Victoria Coates and Michael Sobolik sit down to discuss Michael’s new book, the Belt and Road Initiative, and China’s influence around the world. — Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Follow Michael Sobolik on X: https://twitter.com/michaelsobolikFollow Victoria Coates on X: https://twitter.com/VictoriaCoatesBuy the Book: Countering China’s Great Game: A Strategy for American Dominance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of these debates that resurfaces with every cycle is that of net neutrality. This is the basic idea that internet service providers have to be neutral about the way they provide access to different areas of the Internet. The company you pay to provide you with internet shouldn’t restrict your access to websites based on their political alignment, for example. This is a principle on which most people agree, but the policies around it can be much more contentious.So what is going on with net neutrality now? And why does it matter? I sat down with Annie Chestnut Tutor, Policy Analyst in the Tech Policy Center here at the Heritage Foundation, to find out. — Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org—Follow Annie Chestnut-Tutor on X: https://twitter.com/AnnieChestnut 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.