The State of Us
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Go beyond mainstream cable news and party lines, with a Millennial and a Boomer, as they work to push past the noise and bring attention to all the issues that matter. Justin T. Weller and Lance Jackson examine the topics that are often overlooked by most major media outlets, but are critical for Americans to be educated about. There’s a world beyond the noise and it begins with Justin & Lance on The State of Us.
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Jun 15, 2021 • 39min
Democrats Voting Rights Law - Good & Bad
Democrat's sweeping voting rights law could work by getting rid of many voting restrictions. Justin and Lance discuss the implications of this law and how their integration will change voting in America. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, voting, democrat, republican, politics, election, government, money, ads, public, law
Jun 8, 2021 • 39min
$15 an Hour Bad for Teens - How Amazon Crushes Unions
A $15 minimum wage may crush teen employment and older millennials are finally starting to close the wealth gap with older generations. Justin and Lance discuss the nature of the American economy and the challenges that future generations face. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, economy, politics, minimum wage, technology, government, gen z, house, ownership, money, generations
Jun 3, 2021 • 39min
Less Students Pursue Teaching & Massive Gains for Summer Schools
The number of college grads has increased since 2009, but the number of students graduating with education degrees has fallen. Justin and Lance discuss how summer school is helping students and how a few changes in education could improve our country. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, education, teaching, learning, summer, training, work, college, graduation, economy, jobs
Jun 1, 2021 • 39min
The Truth Behind Biden's $6 Trillion Budget
What is the truth behind Biden's $6 trillion budget and where exactly is this money going? Justin and Lance break down discretionary spending and point how Congress might be holding America back from success. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, congress, biden, democrat, budget, spending, money, economy, jobs, taxes, education, military, roads, pandemic, government, balanced
May 27, 2021 • 39min
They Overcame Mutual Hate to Save a Town
What can a rural town teach us about American politics? Justin and Lance discuss how a small logging town came together to solve an issue and how that relates to the larger climate change crisis facing the world. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, earth, logging, rural, city, climate change, global warming, environment, economy, jobs, science, agreement, discussion, money, compromise
May 25, 2021 • 39min
Should You Care About Israel & Palestine - What is Happening?
As of July 2019, 138 of 193 UN Member States and 2 Non-Member States have recognized Palestine as an independent power. Justin and Lance discuss why Israel and Palestine started fighting and the history of the feud. tags: tsou, palestine, isreal, war, history, oil, america, politics, economy, territory, freedom, fight, middle east, land, international, crisis
May 20, 2021 • 39min
Republican's Post-Trump - Multiple Parties to Come?
The republican's post-Trump trauma - can the party incorporate some of its political positions while moving past some of Trump's questionable styles? Justin and Lance discuss the future of the GOP and the possibility of new political parties. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, republican, democrat, parties, voting, government, politics, right wing
May 18, 2021 • 39min
Take Off the Mask?
The CDC has released updated guidelines regarding the usage of masks for fully vaccinated individuals. Justin and Lance breakdown the nuances of the guidelines and ask what is the path for a new normal. tags: tsou, mask, cdc, vaccine, covid, corona virus, pandemic, healthcare, government, rights, doctor, america, justin weller, lance jackson
May 13, 2021 • 39min
Hot Job Market & Tough for Grads
2021 college graduates are graduating in one of the hottest job markets in history. Unfortunately, there are a lot of other people also trying to take advantage of this as America opens back up. Justin and Lance discuss how competitive it is to get a job for college grads, and how applicants can stand out in a virtual world. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, jobs, college, interview, apply, applicant, economy, education, money, career, company, people, networking, linkedin, impression
May 11, 2021 • 39min
Young People Move to Rural Areas - Intentions Matter?
In 2020, more than half of young people aged 18-29 lived at home with their parents. Justin and Lance discuss the shift of young people to rural communities and ask if intentions behind actions are important in modern society. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, rural, economy, intentions, housing, jobs, college, development, money, career, city, country, corporate
