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Following last night’s presidential debate, many questions still abound about the substance of presidential candidate Kamala Harris’s policy positions. As a former district attorney and attorney general, she touts a long policy record of enforcing law and upholding public safety. Heritage Senior Legal Fellow Zack Smith joins the podcast to share why he is concerned over these claims.  — Zack Smith on X: https://x.com/tzsmith Kamala Harris’s Pro-Crime Policies: https://www.heritage.org/crime-and-justice/report/kamala-harriss-pro-crime-policies — Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org

As the fiscal year ends, Congress has to decide how to fund the government over the next few months. Heritage Action for America supports funding via a continuing resolution through March of 2025. Heritage Action also supports the inclusion of the SAVE Act, a key piece of election integrity legislation, in this continuing resolution. Heritage Action Executive Vice President Ryan Walker joins the podcast to explain.   — Ryan Walker on X: https://twitter.com/ryanlwalker Heritage Action: https://heritageaction.com/ — Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org

What’s the Deal with the Mark Zuckerberg Letter? | Jake Denton   Mark Zuckerber’s letter to Congress admitted Meta’s collusion with the Biden-Harris Administration. But is it a good sign in the struggle with Big Tech? Jake Denton joins the podcast to explain.    —   Jake Denton on X: https://twitter.com/RealJDenton   —    Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org

In response to inflation, Vice President Kamala Harris has proposed instituting controls on the prices of household goods and groceries. The question is, will these proposals work? Heritage Foundation economist and Research Fellow EJ Antoni joins the podcast to explain. —EJ Antoni on X: https://twitter.com/RealEJAntoni— Have thoughts? Let us know at heritageexplains@heritage.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.