Advancing the Agenda
By Michael B. Abramson
Michael B. Abramson is an Insider at newsmax.com, and his bi-monthly column is called "Cutting through the Noise." His personal website is: www.michaelbabramson.com. He is an Adviser with the National Diversity Coalition for Trump.
Professionally, Michael is a lawyer and former management consultant.
Advancing the AgendaFeb 01, 2022
66. The Debt Ceiling
This podcast covers the following:
An explanation of the debt ceiling A discussion of the legislation which passed the House ("Limit, Save, and Grow Act") as well as the compromise deal between President Biden and Speaker McCarthy A description of what may happen if default occurs A comparison between default and a government shutdownLINKS REFERRED TO IN THE PODCAST
Article by Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich in favor of the compromise deal
Tweet from Congressman Chip Roy against the compromise with a chart comparing the "Limit, Save, and Grow Act" with the compromise deal
Tweet from Senator Rand Paul against the compromise
Text of the compromise bill on the debt ceiling
65. Interview with U.S. Congressman Andrew Clyde: Representative for the 9th Congressional District in Georgia
U.S. Congressman Andrew Clyde joins the podcast. Congressman Clyde represents Georgia's 9th congressional district which is located in northeast Georgia. The interview focuses on three topics: (1) illegal immigration and the ending of Title 42, (2) the ongoing debt ceiling situation, and (3) the 2nd Amendment and gun laws in the United States.
Congressman Clyde's Website: clyde.house.gov
Twitter, Gettr, and Facebook: @repclyde
Request Congressman Clyde's Newsletter: clyde.house.gov
64. Countering the Media's Misrepresentation of Republicans
This episode offers eight (8) strategies for Republicans to counter the media's misrepresentation of Republicans.
63. TikTok, the Proposed RESTRICT Act, and Data Privacy
This episode covers:
A description of TikTok An explanation of the proposed RESTRICT Act which is a bill in Congress purportedly designed to ban TikTok Two (2) big issues with the RESTRICT Act: (A) the bill does not ban TikTok and (B) the bill gives great power to the Secretary of Commerce A discussion of why the issues with TikTok are different than the issues of data privacy regarding other social media apps
62. Two Lessons from March Madness
This episode highlights two lessons from March Madness: (1) the unity of America and (2) the courtesy and mutual respect from the opposing teams
61. Violence at the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center
This episode discusses the violence that occurred on March 5, 2023, at the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center. The episode gives a background of the facility and describes both the previous protests at the Training Center and the two most recent riots in Atlanta (January 21, 2023, and March 5, 2023). The episode concludes with a discussion with a need to prevent the riots rather than merely react to them.
REFERENCES:
Map of Atlanta and the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center
Website of the Atlanta Public Training Center
Article discussing social media posts prior to the riot of January 21, 2023
Article discussing social media posts prior to the riot of March 5, 2023
60. The NFL Should Move the Super Bowl to Saturday
This episode outlines the benefits of moving the Super Bowl to Saturday. It also discusses why the Monday after the Super Bowl should not be a national holiday.
59. The Republican National Committee Needs to Protect Companies and Individuals Who Support Republicans
This episode focuses on the need of the Republican National Committee (RNC) to protect companies and individuals who support Republicans. The episode argues that incidents against these companies and individuals have increased. The episode discusses several of these occurrences. It also focuses on DirecTV's removal of Newsmax and the aftermath of Georgia's 2005 and 2021 Voting Rights Laws.
REFERENCES:
Newsmax article on DirecTV's removal of Newsmax
DirecTV's letter on DirecTV's removal of Newsmax
Video showing Democrat officials protesting the certification of the Presidential Elections in 2001, 2005, and 2017
My article from Newsmax: Data Shows Different Story about African-American Voting Behavior in Georgia
58. The Election for Chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC) and an Overview of the Election Process of the State Republican Parties
This episode covers two topics. First, it provides a description of the process for electing the chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC) and identifies the candidates who are expected to be nominated for the election. Second, it provides an overview of the of the election process of the State Republican Parties. Each state is different. This episode focuses on the elections for the Georgia Republican Party. The Georgia Republican Party is broken down into precinct, county, and Congressional district Republican parties.
REFERENCES:
Letter from Harmeet:
Harmeets Dhillon's Website
Harmeet Dhillon's Letter to Members of the RNC (via Politico)
Mike Lindell's Website
Letter on behalf of Ronna McDaniel to the 168 Voting Members (via FoxNews)
Federal Elections Commission (FEC) Report for the RNC (1/1/2021-11/28/2022)
57. The Special Counsels for President Biden and President Trump: The One Similarity and Many Differences
This podcast discusses the Special Counsels for President Biden and President Trump. It discusses the Orders appointing the Special Counsels as well as the facts surrounding the allegations against President Biden and President Trump. The podcast discusses the one similarity and the many differences between them.
Appointment of John L. Smith as Special Counsel (the Special Counsel investigating President Trump)
Press Release Accompanying the Appointment of John L. Smith as Special Counsel
Appointment of Robert K. Hur as Special Counsel (the Special Counsel investigating President Biden)
56 - Campaign Finance Reform and the Campaign Finances in the Warnock-Walker and Fetterman-Oz Elections
This episode discusses campaign finance reform. It explains the importance of money in campaigns and for what purposes those funds are used. It then discusses the money raised in the Warnock-Walker and Fetterman-Oz elections, and the role which these funds had in the elections. Lastly, it offers two solutions for campaign finance reform and two avenues for their implementation.
55. The United States' Interest in Ending the War in Ukraine
This episode focuses on the United States' interest in ending the war in Ukraine. It highlights the danger of the war escalating due to a military action (intentional or not) against a NATO country, the invocation of Article 5 of the NATO treaty, and the resulting U.S. involvement in the war. The episode discusses America's two points of leverage in forcing Ukraine to negotiate with Russia to end the war.
My article from newsmax.com from March 29, 2022, is entitled Sanctions, Rhetoric, and Speeches Won't Bring Peach to Ukraine.
54. A Recap of the Midterm Elections and Advice for Herschel Walker's Runoff
In this episode, I recap the Midterm Elections, explain how it is a big win for the Republicans, and discuss what I feel is the most disappointing result. I then turn to the elections in Georgia. I offer a theory on why Senator Warnock received more votes than Stacey Abrams. Finally, I offer advice to Herschel Walker for his runoff election.
53. The Upcoming Midterm Elections
This episode highlights the candidates which have been on the podcast, discusses the two big races in Georgia, comments on the spending of Republican PACs and offers lessons which donors can learn from it, and discusses how Republicans can achieve their goals in the next Congress.
52. Interview with Mark Gonsalves: Republican Nominee for Georgia's 7th Congressional District
I interview the Republican nominee for Georgia's 7th Congressional District: Mark Gonsalves. The website for Mark Gonsalves' campaign is https://www.markforgeorgia.com.
51. Interview with Wendy Ahrenkiel: Republican Nominee for Georgia House of Representatives District 52
I interview the Republican nominee for Georgia House of Representatives District 52: Wendy Ahrenkiel. The website for Wendy Ahrenkiel's campaign is https://wendyforgeorgia.com.
50. A Critique of the House GOP's "Commitment to America"
The "Commitment to America" is the plan by the Republican members of the House of Representatives for what they will do if they retake the majority in the upcoming midterm election. I critique the plan, its rollout, and its use. I also indicate what my Six Point Plan would have been:
Decrease inflation. Lower gas prices. Reduce crime. Stop illegal immigration. Support parental involvement in education. Strengthen the military.REFERENCES
The "Commitment to America" can be found here.
49. Education in America: An Interview with Angela Morabito
This episode focuses on education in America. First, it covers the governance of public schools, the functions of the Department of Education, and how the Department of Education reacted to Covid-19. Second, it discusses the unspent funds that were appropriated to schools to fight Covid-19, the effect of schooling during Covid-19 on students' test scores, students' test scores in general (i.e., pre-Covid test scores compared to those in other nations), violence in America's schools, and school choice.
REFERENCES:
Article by Angela Morabito: The Kids Aren't Alright: Classroom Behavior Takes Nosedive Post-COVID
Independent Women's Forum: Website
48. The Appointment of the Special Master
This episode discusses the appointment of the Special Master to review the documents and materials seized during the execution of the search warrant at Mar-a-Lago. It provides the background of the matter, the main points of the Judge's Order, and what I feel is the most important point of the Order. It also contrasts the execution of the Search Warrant versus other actions which the Department of Justice and FBI could have taken.
REFERENCES:
The Order calling for the Special Master Article by Professor Alan Dershowitz in The Hill47. The Need for a Strong Republican Rebuttal to President Biden's Thursday Night Speech
President Biden is set to deliver a primetime speech to the nation on Thursday, September 1, regarding "the continued battle for the soul of the nation." It is imperative that the Republicans deliver a strong and specific rebuttal to this speech. The broadcast networks should cover this rebuttal live but, if not, Republicans should stream it on the internet.
In this episode, I predict what President Biden will say in his speech. I also offer arguments which the Republican should use in their rebuttal.
Lastly, I discuss the state of American politics and explain how the Democrats' rhetoric is causing division in the country.
46: Interview with Bruce Levell (Trump Appointee and Small Business Owner): Small Business in America, the January 6th committee, and the 2022 and 2024 Elections
I interview Bruce Levell, an appointee in the Trump Administration, small business owner, and media surrogate for President Donald Trump and the America First movement. We discuss small business in America, the January 6th Committee, and the 2022 and 2024 elections.
ARTICLES REFERRED TO IN THIS EPISODE:
1) Article in which Bruce Levell is Quoted: Donald Trump's Color Blind Cabinet: Ability, Not Diversity, Is Key
2) Article by Bruce Levell: Liberal 'Diversity,' Not So 'Diverse' After All
2) Article by Michael Abramson: Trump Did Not Cause, Commit Capitol Riots
45. Quelling the Rising Crime in America
This episode discusses the increase in crime throughout America. It covers the Biden Administration's refusal to address causes of crimes beside guns. It discusses the need to fight drugs and gangs. Last, it explains the need to increase the availability of good jobs, improve schools, and bolster American families.
44. The Need for Paper Ballots instead of Electronic Ballots in Elections (based on a 6/3/2022 Advisory from the U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency)
This episode discusses the need for elections in the United States to be conducted via paper ballots instead of electronic ballots. This episode comes to this conclusion based on an Advisory from the U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency.
DOCUMENTS REFERRED TO IN THIS EPISODE:
1) Advisory from the U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency, dated June 3, 2022: "Vulnerabilities Affecting Dominion Voting Systems ImageCast X"
2) Dominion Voting Systems ImageCast X: Product description from Dominion Voting Systems
3) Dominion Voting Systems Tabulator: Product description from Dominion Voting Systems. The Tabulator can be used in conjunction with the ImageCast X system. After the voter has made his choices on the touchscreen and a paper ballot with the voter's choices is printed, the voter feeds the paper ballot into the scanner. The votes are tabulated from the scan.
4) A description from the State of Michigan which demonstrates how Dominion Voting Systems machine work when a voter marks the ballot via the touchscreen and then scans the ballot.
43. The Need for Republican Unity after the Primaries Are Completed
This episode discusses the need for Republican voters to vote for and support the Republican nominee in the General Election even if these voters voted for and supported a different Republican candidate in the Republican Primary. The podcast also considers the result if these Republican voters refuse to do so and instead not vote in the General Election.
In the podcast, I refer to an article and a speech that I have linked below.
1) My article from newsmax.com: Portion of Ga.'s Election Law on Consent Decrees Must Change
2) Former Senator David Perdue's Concession Speech from the 2022 Georgia Primary: Concession Speech via Channel 13 WMAZ (CBS Affiliate)
42. Thoughts on the Upcoming Primaries in Georgia
I offer three (3) thoughts on the upcoming primaries in Georgia.
I also recap those candidates who came on the podcast and did interviews. Thank you to them for appearing on the show! The candidates are listed below by election, and the episode number of their interview is in parentheses.
GOVERNOR: David Perdue (31), Catherine Davis (33), and Kandiss Taylor (30)
U.S. SENATE: Gary Black (34), Kelvin King (25), Jonathan McColumn (40), and Josh Clark (32)
6TH DISTRICT, U.S. HOUSE: Jake Evans (19), Suzi Voyles (22), Mallory Staples (27), Byron Gatewood (28), and Blake Harbin (35)
5TH DISTRICT, U.S. HOUSE: Christian Zimm (41)
41. Interview with Christian Zimm: Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's 5th Congressional District
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's 5th Congressional District (U.S. House of Representatives): Christian Zimm. The website for Christian Zimm's campaign is https://www.christianzimm.com.
40. Interview with Brigadier General Jonathan J. McColumn (Ret.): Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's Seat in the U.S. Senate
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's seat in the U.S. Senate: Brigadier General Jonathan J. McColumn (U.S. Army, Retired). The website for General McColumn's campaign is https://jonathanmccolumn.com.
In the interview, General McColumn mentioned two of my articles on newsmax.com that discuss the supply chain crisis in America and my solutions to them. The articles are below:
1) Using Tools They Have: Military, Gov't Can End Supply Chain Crisis
39. The Baby Formula Shortage in America
This episode discusses the causes of the Baby Formula Shortage, ways to resolve it, and what steps should be taken to determine responsibility for it and prevent similar crises in the future.
38. Elon Musk's Acquisition of Twitter, Possible Government Action to Protect Free Speech on the Internet, and the Disinformation Governance Board
This episode covers three topics:
1. Elon Musk's Acquisition of Twitter
2. Possible Government Action to Protect Free Speech on the Internet
A) Repeal or amendment of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act
B) Designating internet and social media companies as Common Carriers
C) Monopolies and Antitrust Powers
3. Disinformation Governance Board in the Department of Homeland Security
37. Negotiating an End to the War in Ukraine
This episode provides two (2) possible frameworks for negotiations, describes the interests of the parties in reaching a negotiation, and argues that the United States and NATO countries must become more involved in negotiations and seeking a diplomatic solution to end the war in Ukraine.
36. An Update on Buckhead City: An Interview with Bill White, Chairman and CEO of the Buckhead City Committee
This episode is an update on a topic discussed in Episode 17: Buckhead City. The podcast covers (1) how the Buckhead City movement is progressing legislatively and (2) the status of the issues, such as crime, which led to the movement to create Buckhead City.
Buckhead City is the proposed city to be created out of an area in Atlanta known as Buckhead. If passed, the area for Buckhead City will de-annex from Atlanta and create a new city called Buckhead City.
The guest for this episode is Bill White who is the Chairman and CEO of the Buckhead City Committee (the committee heading up the effort to create Buckhead City).
The following link is for the Buckhead City Committee. This site has a detailed map of the proposed Buckhead City, links to the Feasibility Study, frequently asked questions about Buckhead City, etc.: http://www.becnow.com
The following link shows a map of now-existing Buckhead and Atlanta: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Buckhead,+Atlanta,+GA/@33.8401159,-84.4703153,12z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88f50f5c4bd21ff5:0x3ae702c9bbf5477f!8m2!3d33.8372663!4d-84.406761
35. Interview with Blake Harbin: Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's 6th Congressional District
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's 6th Congressional District (U.S. House of Representatives): Blake Harbin. The website for Blake Harbin's campaign is https://www.blakeharbin.com.
34. Interview with Gary Black (Georgia's Commissioner of Agriculture): Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's Seat in the U.S. Senate
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's seat in the U.S. Senate: Georgia's Commissioner of Agriculture Gary Black. The website for Gary Black's campaign is https://votegaryblack.com.
33. Interview with Catherine Davis: Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's Governor
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's Governor: Catherine Davis. The website for Catherine Davis' campaign is https://www.catherineinthecapitol.com.
32. Interview with Josh Clark: Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's Seat in the U.S. Senate
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's seat in the U.S. Senate: Josh Clark. The website for Josh Clark's campaign is https://www.votejosh.com.
31. Interview with David Perdue (Formerly, U.S. Senator from Georgia): Candidate in the The Republican Primary for Georgia's Governor
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's Governor: Former U.S. Senator David Perdue. The website for David Perdue's campaign is https://www.voteperdue.com.
30. Interview with Kandiss Taylor: Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's Governor
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's Governor: Dr. Kandiss Taylor. The website for Kandiss Taylor's campaign is https://www.kandisstaylor.com.
29. Republicans Must NOT Take the 2022 Midterm Elections for Granted
This episode cautions Republicans about the conventional belief in Conservative circles that Republicans will do well in the 2022 Elections, possibly winning control of both the House and Senate. This podcast discusses two assumptions underlying this prediction and offers three strategies for Republicans as they campaign for seats in the Midterm Elections.
28. Interview with Byron Gatewood: Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's 6th Congressional District
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's 6th Congressional District (U.S. House of Representatives): Byron Gatewood. The website for Byron Gatewood's campaign is https://gatewoodforgeorgia.com.
27. Interview with Mallory Staples: Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's 6th Congressional District
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's 6th Congressional District (U.S. House of Representatives): Mallory Staples. The website for Mallory Staples' campaign is https://www.staplesforcongress.com.
26. Defending the FBI's Statements after the Ending of the Hostage Crisis at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas
Several people have criticized the FBI for statements made by Special Agent Matthew DeSarno after the ending of the hostage crisis at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, TX. In this episode, I defend the FBI and Special Agent Matthew DeSarno. I also explain why the criticism is both unwarranted and unfair.
Links mentioned in this episode are below:
Criticisms of the FBI can be found in this article
Praise for the FBI from the Anti-Defamation League
Praise for the FBI from the President of the Union of Reform Judaism (see the tweets on January 15, 2022)
Praise for the FBI from Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker of Congregation Beth Israel
25. Interview with Kelvin King: Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's Seat in the U.S. Senate
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's seat in the U.S. Senate: Kelvin King. The website for Kelvin King's campaign is https://www.kelvinking.com.
24. Republicans Must Not Take the 2022 Midterms for Granted
This episode argues that Republicans should not be overconfident about the 2022 Midterm Elections. The podcast discusses two assumptions underlying Republicans' thinking about the elections. The podcast then discusses strategies which Republicans should implement to help them be better positioned for victory in the 2022 Midterms.
23. Interview with Robert Ehrlich (Former Governor of Maryland): Discussion of His New Book "Original, Unconventional, & Inconvenient: Donald J. Trump and His MAGA Movement"
I interview former Governor of Maryland Robert Ehrlich and discuss his new book "Original, Unconventional, & Inconvenient: Donald J. Trump and His MAGA Movement." The book is an analysis of the Trump Administration and its impact on America's culture, the political establishments of both parties, and the nation as a whole. The book also discusses consequential issues that will impact America in the future.
Please note the following links:
Governor Ehrlich's New Book: "Original, Unconventional, & Inconvenient: Donald J. Trump and His MAGA Movement"
Governor Ehrlich's Podcast: "Bottom Line Podcast with Bob and Kendel Ehrlich"
Governor Ehrlich's Website
22. An Interview with Suzi Voyles: Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's 6th Congressional District
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's 6th Congressional District (U.S. House of Representatives): Suzi Voyles. The website for Suzi Voyles' campaign is https://www.suzivoyles.com.
21. The Federal Government's Unique Ability and Role In Ending America's Supply Chain Problem
This episode focuses on the federal government's unique ability and role in ending America's supply chain problem. It builds on Episode 18 which discusses a solution to the supply chain problem. The solution in Episode 18 uses both the private sector and government, but Episode 18 did not go into the government's role in great detail. This episode (Episode 21) provides a greater and more thorough explanation of what the federal government should do to end the supply chain problem.
20. Interview with Elfreda Desvignes: Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's 6th Congressional District (Ms. Desvignes withdrew from the race.)
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's 6th Congressional District (U.S. House of Representatives): Elfreda Desvignes. The website for Elfreda Desvignes' campaign is https://desvignesforcongress.com.
NOTE: At the time of this podcast, Ms. Desvignes was running in the Republican Primary for Georgia's 6h Congressional District. Since the interview, Ms. Desvignes withdrew from the race.
19. Interview with Jake Evans: Candidate in the Republican Primary for Georgia's 6th Congressional District
I interview a Republican candidate for Georgia's 6th Congressional District: Jake Evans. The website for Jake Evans' campaign is https://jakeevans.org.
18. America's Supply Chain Problem
This episode discusses America's Supply Chain problem. It focuses on three areas: (1) possible causes, (2) potential solutions, and (3) issues which the crisis reveals in America.
17. Buckhead City: An Interview with Bill White, Chairman and CEO of the Buckhead City Committee
This episode covers the movement to create Buckhead City. Buckhead City is the proposed city to be created out of an area in Atlanta known as Buckhead. If passed, the area for Buckhead City will de-annex from Atlanta and create a new city called Buckhead City.
The guest for this episode is Bill White who is the Chairman and CEO of the Buckhead City Committee (the committee heading up the effort to create Buckhead City). Bill discusses the reasons for Buckhead City and process for creating it. He also addresses some of the criticisms against the cityhood movement.
The following link shows a map of now-existing Buckhead and Atlanta: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Buckhead,+Atlanta,+GA/@33.8401159,-84.4703153,12z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88f50f5c4bd21ff5:0x3ae702c9bbf5477f!8m2!3d33.8372663!4d-84.406761
The following link is for the Buckhead City Committee. This site has a more detailed map of the proposed Buckhead City, links to the Feasibility Study, frequently asked questions about Buckhead City, etc. http://www.becnow.com
16. What Vice President Kamala Harris' Lack of Defending Israel Says about Her and the Democrats' Commitment to Israel
This episode discusses Vice President Harris' recent event at George Mason University in which she did not push back against the claim that Israel engages in "ethnic genocide and displacement of people." The Vice President's lack of response is emblematic of the Democrat Party's increasingly anti-Israel views. American voters who vote Democrat but yet support Israel should instead vote for the Republican Party.
15. The Horrors which Illegal Immigrants Face and the United States' Complicity in Them
This episode details some of the horrors which illegal immigrants face. It then argues that the United States is complicit in these atrocities because the America's immigration system does not prevent illegal immigration. If the US immigration system prevented illegal immigration, fewer illegal immigrants would come to the US. Consequently, the horrors which happen to illegal immigrants would decrease.
14. School Choice: The Fight against Critical Race Theory, Education in the Pandemic Era, and Improving America's Schools
This episode focuses on school choice. It defines school choice and points out that it is only available in certain states. It argues that school choice should be more widespread.
The episode then explains how school choice can be useful in three areas:
The Fight against Critical Race Theory (CRT) Education in the Pandemic Era Improving America's Schools13. Consequences of the Manner in which the United States Left Afghanistan
This episode discusses some of the consequences of the manner in which the United States is leaving Afghanistan. It focuses on five (5) areas and their ramifications.
12. Ways to Increase Vaccinations for COVID-19
This episode discusses possible ways to increase vaccinations for COVID-19. One method mentioned in this episode is to determine the reasons for vaccination hesitancy and to then address these concerns via a PR campaign.
11. The Filibuster, Cloture Motion, Reconciliation, and the Nuclear Option in the U.S. Senate
This episode explains aspects of how the U.S. Senate functions. Specifically, it explains the two-step process of how the Senate passes a bill, the Filibuster, Cloture Motion, Reconciliation, and the Nuclear Option.
10. The Argument that "Republicans Are Racist" Divides America
Some (not all) Democrat politicians and media members that "Republicans are racist." This representation of Republicans divides Americans. This podcast addresses why the depiction divides Americans. It also discusses strategies that Republicans should take to combat the "Republicans Are Racist" argument.
9. Player and Fan Safety at NBA Basketball Games
The NBA has recently seen incidents of egregious fan misbehavior toward players: spitting, throwing water bottles, and dumping popcorn. These events pose dangers for fans and players alike. This podcast focuses on ways that the NBA can prevent these acts and protect players and fans.
In the Podcast, I mention the "Malice at the Palace" and stabbing of Monica Seles. Videos of these events are below:
Malice at the Palace: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcJg9z93z1Q&t=252s
It is called "Malice at the Palace" because the basketball took place at the Detroit Pistons arena called "The Palace at Arbor Hills."
Stabbing of Monica Seles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-L-ZUac0Z4&t=102s
8. Antisemitic Attacks in the United States
This episode discusses the Antisemitic attacks in the United States, draws a connection to the increasing violence in the U.S., and offers the perspective of a Jewish supporter of President Trump.
7. Legislation in Georgia Concerning Voting
I describe the legislation in Georgia concerning voting. I address two flaws in the bill. I also disprove the argument from President Joe Biden that it is "Jim Crow in the 21st Century."
6. Term Limits for Congresspersons and Senators
This episode discusses term limits for Congresspersons and Senators. It outlines the advantages which incumbents have in elections. It then addresses the advantages which term limits would bring.
5. A Response to the Democrats' Impeachment Arguments: President Trump Did NOT Incite the Capitol Hill Riots
This episode responds to the Democrats' impeachment arguments and demonstrates that President Trump did not incite the Capitol Hill Riots.
4. A New Format for Presidential and Primary Debates
This episode proposes a new format for Presidential and Primary Debates that would make the debates more informative for voters, eliminate moderator bias, and ensure equal speaking time for each candidate.
3. The Nuclear Option in the U.S. Senate and the Confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the U.S. Supreme Court
This podcast explains the Nuclear Option in the United States Senate. It discusses the mechanics of the Nuclear Option, how it worked in the past, and how it will apply in the Senate vote on Judge Amy Coney Barrett to sit as a Justice on the U.S. Supreme Court.
2. Legal Challenges regarding the 2020 Census
Discussion of Legal Challenges regarding the 2020 Census:
(1) Presidential Memorandum regarding Apportionment
(2) Revised Ending Date to Field Data Collection for the 2020 Census
1. Virtual National Political Conventions, Coronavirus, and Violence in American Cities
Topics:
1. Virtual National Political Conventions
2. Coronavirus: The people's role and President Trump's response
3. Violence in American Cities