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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Mar 20, 2018 • 25min
Would Capital Punishment for Drug Dealers Work?
In New Hampshire yesterday, President Trump announced his approach to addressing the opioid crisis. What is he proposing, should you care, and can it work?
Mar 17, 2018 • 28min
Why Do Young Russians Support Putin the Most?
The likely outcome of Russia’s presidential election tomorrow will be the reelection of the current president. Why is it that 18 to 24 year-olds approve of Putin the most?
Mar 15, 2018 • 39min
What's Next for Trump?
After several shakeups on the President's staff and the midterms approaching, what can we expect from Donald Trump?
Mar 13, 2018 • 40min
Should People Have to Work for Food Stamps?
Wisconsin’s governor is expected to sign a bill into law that requires certain parents seeking food stamps to work at least 30 hours a week to be eligible. Is this a smart move by the State of Wisconsin and should others follow?
Mar 10, 2018 • 32min
Should Trump Have Agreed to Meet With North Korea?
President Trump told South Korean diplomats he would meet with North Korea's supreme leader. Should he have agreed to meet so quickly and what will the consequences be?
Mar 8, 2018 • 35min
Why Will Trumps Tariffs Matter?
Over 100 Republicans signed a letter asking the president to reconsider his proposed tariffs. As President Trump announces them today, what will the tariffs mean and do they matter?
Mar 6, 2018 • 29min
Who Decides What is True and Does is Matter?
The term “fake news” is everywhere. Who should the arbiters of truth be and how can you know who to trust? Justin and Lance examine the greater issue of truth.
Mar 3, 2018 • 36min
Russia's New Weapons and the US Response
President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia now has nuclear weapons that cannot be stopped by the United States. President Trump hasn’t yet responded. What should you make of all this?
Mar 1, 2018 • 34min
US, Russia, and Others Battle for Dominance in Syria
As the Islamic State continues to be repressed by US backed forces, Russia and others are fighting for dominance in the region. What should America’s endgame be?
Feb 27, 2018 • 34min
Is Education a Science or an Art?
Should teachers be required to supply so much data and what do administrators use the data for? Will the millennial nomad movement take hold? Great topics are explored on this slower news day.
