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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Jan 30, 2018 • 41min
Should Americans be Spending More?
Americans are spending more and saving less as the economy continues to climb. Is this sustainable and what balance should you be striking between spending and saving?
Jan 27, 2018 • 34min
Should Trump and the GOP Get Some Credit?
Numerous businesses are giving bonus and reinvesting in the United States. They cite the tax bill as the reason. Are the Republicans and the President owed more credit than they are being given?
Jan 25, 2018 • 30min
Should Facebook Pay for News?
Rupert Murdoch has suggested that if Facebook cares about responsible media then it should pay publishers for content the same way cable providers do. What could this mean for fake news?
Jan 20, 2018 • 36min
The Government Shutdown may Leave Legal Haitians Stranded
The Senate has failed to pass a continuing resolution for the budget and the government has shutdown. What will this mean for the 60,000 legal Haitian refugees?
Jan 16, 2018 • 35min
Can There Be Limited Nuclear Strikes
The Pentagon is reviewing the United State’s nuclear policy and considering developing smaller nuclear weapons. Can this be an effective deterrent for other countries or perhaps a negotiating point?
Jan 13, 2018 • 40min
A Week of Trumps Comments - What do They Mean?
Justin, Lance, and Taylor discuss President Trump's comments throughout the week. What do they mean and how will they change the world's view of us?
Jan 11, 2018 • 30min
IV Shortages Hit America Hard
Why are hospitals running low on IV bags? It’s the same reason that 1.5 million Americans are still without power in Puerto Rico. What can you do to make a difference? Justin and Lance answer these questions and more.
Jan 9, 2018 • 26min
Should We Trust US Intelligence - Education is Changing
Could there be a limited nuclear option? US intelligence agencies failed to predict North Korean nuclear missile strides. Higher education is changing, but is it what you would expect?
Jan 4, 2018 • 36min
Trump Spars With Bannon - Iran Protests
After the release of a new book, President Trump comes after his former senior strategist Steve Bannon. How will the protests in Iran potentially cause issues for the US economy?
Jan 2, 2018 • 37min
Why are Wages on the Rise?
After two years of mostly stagnant wages, workers are finally seeing wages start to rise. What is causing this, is it sustainable, and who deserves credit?
