The State of Us
TrueChat
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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Jul 28, 2018 • 28min
Renewable Energy Might be Good for the Economy
The price of electricity has actually decreased since 2008. Why is renewable energy becoming affordable and what's it mean for the American economy?
Jul 26, 2018 • 28min
Trump Plans Aid Package for Farmers
President Trump's administration is planning to offer a $12 billion aid package to farmers in response to falling agriculture prices. What is the Presidents endgame and will this aid package help?
Jul 25, 2018 • 41min
Phones May Not Be the Problem With Teens
A new argument suggests that phone may not be the biggest problem facing teens. Are phones a coping method and what is the underlying issue?
Jul 19, 2018 • 46min
American Civics Make a Comeback
Americans know less about their own country than you might think. Why is it important for an average citizen to understand how the government works?
Jul 17, 2018 • 44min
Breakdown of the Trump and Putin Meeting
President Trump and President Putin shared some differing insight into several of the most pressing issues. Justin and Lance have the full analysis of the meeting.
Jul 14, 2018 • 34min
Is America Losing the Cyber Arms Race?
The U.S. has some of the most advanced cyber weapons on the planet, but do we have the policy necessary to use them effectively? The American way of life may be at serious risk.
Jul 12, 2018 • 49min
Does America Have a Problem With Moms?
Women earn 4% less for every child they have on average according to a recent article in the New York Times. Is this intentional, does it matter, how can it be changed?
Jul 10, 2018 • 45min
Trumps Critics Cringe and Supporters Salute
Why are Americans so dug into their positions? Can we change it? Justin and Lance discuss TrueChat's problem solver mentality and how people can apply it to their lives.
Jul 7, 2018 • 37min
New Phone Privacy Standards - What Should You Expect?
Police are now required to get a warrant before obtaining surveillance on cell phone location data according to a recent Supreme Court ruling. How will this impact your privacy and what else can be done?
Jul 5, 2018 • 43min
States Can Collect Online Sales Tax
The Supreme Court has freed states to make businesses responsible for collecting sales tax on web sales. What will this mean for your online shopping?
