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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Jul 3, 2018 • 40min
Is the American Empire Failing?
Where does the United States stand in the world? Is the country's empire beginning to crumble? Justin and Lance discuss the problems and potential solutions for America.
Jun 28, 2018 • 43min
Justice Kennedy Retires - What's Next?
As a Supreme Court Justice prepares to retire, what will the Republicans do to fill his seat? How will this affect America for generations to come?
Jun 23, 2018 • 33min
Saving the Speaker of the House
No Labels and several members of the House of Representatives may hold up the vote for a new Speaker next year if reforms to the position are not made. What can be done to make Congress less partisan?
Jun 21, 2018 • 38min
Trump's Executive Immigration Order
The President signed an Executive Order to stop separating families while initially processing their requests for asylum. What changed his mind and is there another move coming on immigration?
Jun 19, 2018 • 42min
Children Being Detained & The Immigration Solution
Thousands of children are being separated from their families at the Mexico border. Is there a solution to immigration issue?
Jun 16, 2018 • 52min
What You Need to Know About Young Americans
Harvard University just released polling information on the seven things everyone should know about young Americans. What do these facts tell us about our future?
Jun 14, 2018 • 37min
What Does Trump Want in Yemen?
The U.S. is providing intelligence to make missile strikes more accurate in the middle east. What does the President expect from Yemen and how does it impact you?
Jun 12, 2018 • 43min
Key Takeaways From the U.S. and North Korea Summit
President Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un signed a joint statement after their historic meeting. Can we expect any real changes and what's next?
Jun 9, 2018 • 34min
Suicide Is on the Rise
Suicides have increased 25% nationally since 1999, despite increased efforts to prevent them. The State of Us opens the conversation about this topic, with more episode to come on the issue.
Jun 7, 2018 • 39min
The Danger of Overprotecting Your Child
Can you give your child too little freedom? What happens to kids that are not permitted to fail? American children are facing a problem: overprotection.
