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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Apr 14, 2018 • 40min
Will Trump's Syria Strikes Be Enough?
The US and its allies struck multiple Syria targets in response to the illegal use of chemical weapons by the Syrian government. Was President Trump's action enough to deter Bashar al-Assad?
Apr 12, 2018 • 39min
Zuckerberg Testifies to Confused Lawmakers
Throughout Mark Zuckerberg's testimony to the House and Senate committees, it became clear that a number of lawmakers do not understand these issues. Should they be trying to legislate it?
Apr 10, 2018 • 34min
Are Bail Bondsmen Taking Advantage of Poor Clients?
Is there a problem in the bail bonds industry and, if so, how can it be solved? Justin and Lance discuss a recent New York Times article about the exploitation of poor clients.
Apr 5, 2018 • 41min
Trump Sends Troops to the US-Mexico Border
President Trump has ordered troops to the Mexican border, but not to the Canadian border. Why is the National Guard only headed South?
Apr 3, 2018 • 38min
California Spars With the Fed - Why It Matters
States' rights are becoming a conversation piece again because of California. Why should you care about what's happening in California?
Mar 31, 2018 • 30min
Why Did Trump Freeze Aid to Syria?
Donald Trump ordered his State Department to freeze $200 million in funds for Syrian relief efforts. Was this the right thing to do and is there alternative?
Mar 29, 2018 • 36min
America Asked for Trump
The country feels more divided than ever before, but is it because of President Trump or is this what Americans wanted?
Mar 27, 2018 • 39min
Should Tech Schools Make a Comeback?
Smart kids in Generation Z seem to be considering tech school over college. Why is this happening and will it be a positive for America?Facebook Twitter
Mar 24, 2018 • 36min
Trump Tries Again to Ban Transgenders in the Military
On Friday night, President Trump’s administration announced another ban on people who are transgender serving in the military. What is the purpose of this and is it the right move for America?
Mar 22, 2018 • 36min
The Larger Issue With Facebook and Cambridge Analytica
Facebook’s CEO posted an apology and action plan to address the Cambridge Analytica data issue. Will this make your information secure and are you safe even if you delete your Facebook profile?
