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 5, 2018 • 39min
The Real Cake Case Issue
The Supreme Court made a narrow ruling in a recent case concerning LGBT+ rights. Are there more significant issues surrounding this controversy and how should they be addressed?
Jun 2, 2018 • 51min
Bullying May Not Cause School Shootings
What really causes school shootings? Some contend that bullying isn't the problem. Justin and Lance also update you on the estimated death toll in Puerto Rico.
May 31, 2018 • 41min
What Causes School Shootings?
The debate around school violence focuses on guns and mental health, but is there a broader issue? Lance shares his thoughts on this critical issue.
May 29, 2018 • 36min
Why Does the Government Encourage Building in Storm Areas?
The United States accounts for only 4% of the hurricanes that make landfall, so why does the country incur 60% of the costs? Justin and Lance discuss this revelation from The New York Times.
May 26, 2018 • 33min
Facebook Fights False News With Print Ads
An ad appeared in the Wall Street Journal on Saturday about false news and Facebook was the advertiser. Is the company taking this problem seriously and are their "tips" useful?
May 24, 2018 • 40min
Should Drug Ads Be Required to List the Price?
The Trump Administration is proposing requiring drug manufacturers to list the full price of their medications in advertisements. Would this help foster competition?
May 19, 2018 • 35min
The State of Us in May
Justin and Lance hold true to the values of The State of Us and read the newspaper in an attempt to find a topic worthy of informed debate.
May 17, 2018 • 43min
Felons Want to Vote and Some Are Already
Some states are allowing ex-felons to vote. Should they be allowed to and what are the implications?
May 15, 2018 • 35min
Jerusalem Embassy Opens Amid Chaos
The United States opened its new embassy in Jerusalem amongst the death of multiple protesters. What can be done to ease tensions in the region?
May 10, 2018 • 38min
Trump's Recent Victories - Are They True Wins?
President Trump has left the Iran Nuclear Deal. China is amenable to working on the United States' trade deficit and North Korea just released three hostages. Are these legitimate wins for America?
