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Chicks on The Right
Chicks on The Right

Ilhan Omar’s BIZARRE Answer, Candace Hands the Reins to Earwax Sniffer & Lindsey Graham Rumors

Y'all, the political drama just keeps getting WEIRDER! Today, we're breaking down Ilhan Omar's eyebrow-raising "not to my knowledge" interview as questions and allegations surrounding her past resurface. Plus, President Trump weighs in, Lindsey Graham rumors are making the rounds again, and Candace Owens is stirring up a whole new round of drama involving Blake Neff, Baron Coleman, and the Erika Kirk interview. But that's not all! We're talking about Elissa Slotkin's comments about Trump administration officials, James Talarico channeling Barack Obama, Trump defending Vivek Ramaswamy, and the latest national anthem controversies involving the WNBA and LeBron James. And because apparently nobody can behave, we've also got Megyn Kelly drama, Sophia Bush's marriage advice, and a TikToker getting emotional over BIG houses. Grab your coffee, Tailgaters. We've got A LOT to unpack! Subscribe and stay tuned for new episodes every weekday! Follow us here for more daily clips,...
Hosts:
Amy Jo ClarkMiriam Weaver
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3 Martini Lunch
3 Martini Lunch

Hillary’s Court-Packing Plan & Dem Senate Election Shenanigans

Join Jim and Greg for the Friday 3 Martini Lunch as they discuss new data showing red states doing far better than blue states in job creation, Hillary Clinton wanting to pack the Supreme Court with one revealing condition, Democrats' disgusting meddling in two Senate races, and the stupidity of overseas NFL games. First, they're glad to see new numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showing red states with the best job growth compared to just before the Covid lockdowns. Most of the worst-performing states are blue states. Jim and Greg explain why this is consistently the case. Next, they respond to Hillary Clinton urging the creation of four more seats on the U.S. Supreme Court. But does she want to do it now? No, she doesn't. Jim and Greg expose the left's unhealthy demonization of the court and its relentless quest for power. Then, they look at the Alaska Senate race, where lots of left-wing money is being spent to promote little-known Dan Sullivan because he is running against GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan. But that's not who the Dems actually want to win. And in Montana, Dems are livid that their own nominee won't drop out to improve the odds of the "independent" candidate they really prefer. Finally, they fume over the NFL games played in Europe in the wake of a major medical controversy and a game being played this weekend amid the unrest in Paris. New episodes every weekday. 👉 Subscribe to the show so you never miss a moment. Follow us for more daily clips, updates, and commentary: Facebook Instagram Youtube Other Info Website
Hosts:
Greg CorombosJim Geraghty
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Call Me Back - with Dan Senor
Call Me Back - with Dan Senor

Paris is Burning, but Europe Is In Denial - with Michael Moynihan and Simone Rodan-Benzaquen

French unrest reveals a society fraying at the edges, leading its citizens toward both political extremes. France’s inability to address its economy, immigration issues, and rising antisemitism aren’t going away anytime soon—and similar issues could be seen throughout Europe soon. Dan Senor speaks with Simone Rodan-Benzaquen, joining from Paris, and journalist Michael Moynihan, about the forces converging on France, the difficult choices facing French Jews, and the rise of political movements on both the left and right. Beneath the immediate crisis lies a bigger question: can Europe sustain the social and economic model it built after World War II, or is it reaching a breaking point? In this episode: Who’s really driving France’s unrest? Why antisemitism is a warning sign for Europe The European social contract is under pressure Do French Jews still have a future in France? Macron’s failure and Europe’s crisis of leadership Read Simone Rodan-Benzaquen’s article, The French Republic is Under Attack.
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Dan Senor
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The Radio Free Hillsdale Hour
The Radio Free Hillsdale Hour

The Case for Cheerful Conservatism

Guest: Roger Kimball Host Scot Bertram talks with Roger Kimball, editor and publisher of The New Criterion and president and publisher of Encounter Books, about finding joy as a conservative, the history of conservative thought, and his recent essay, "Standing Athwart Despair: The Case for Cheerful Conservatism." To learn more about Hillsdale College, visit www.hillsdale.edu.
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Scot Bertram
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Chicks on The Right
Chicks on The Right

You Think You Know Erika Kirk, But Do You ‘Know Know’ Her?

In this EXCLUSIVE interview, Erika Kirk sits down with The Chicks on the Right for a deeply personal, emotional, and revealing conversation about Charlie Kirk, Candace Owens, Turning Point USA, motherhood, faith, and the rumors surrounding her life. Erika opens up about taking over as CEO of Turning Point USA following Charlie Kirk's assassination, addressing critics who have questioned her leadership, her grief, and her ability to carry on her husband's legacy. For the first time on The Chicks, Erika shares surprising details about attending Candace Owens' wedding with Charlie, including where they were seated. She also addresses rumors about TPUSA employees, leaked private conversations, and the challenges of leading an organization under intense public scrutiny. In one of the interview's most emotional moments, Erika describes sitting in the courtroom with the man accused of murdering her husband, why she chose forgiveness, and how she continues navigating life without Charlie. She also reveals personal stories about Charlie's private journals, his life as a husband and father, their children's heartbreaking questions about heaven, and the family traditions she hopes to preserve. Plus, Erika gets candid about her viral sparkly suit, pregnancy rumors, favorite foods, and what she hopes Turning Point USA will look like in 20 years. Subscribe and stay tuned for new episodes every weekday! Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary: Youtube Facebook Instagram TikTok X Locals More Info Website
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Daily Signal
Daily Signal

Victor Davis Hanson: Ukraine’s Verdun and NATO’s Failure

The war in Ukraine has dragged on for more than four years, with millions of Russian and Ukrainian casualties and no clear path to victory. Like Verdun in World War I, the conflict has become a grinding war of attrition with no decisive breakthrough in sight. Meanwhile, European leaders continue to demand American support against Russia while restricting U.S. efforts to counter Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Europe wants the security guarantees of the United States, but is it prepared to shoulder the responsibilities that come with them? After years of fighting, it is time for Ukraine’s supporters to explain how they intend to bring this war to an end. Alliance Defending Freedom - Alliance Defending Freedom is in the front lines of the fight for freedom. Visit JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 to help ADF in their fight, and for a limited time your donation will be matched by a special grant, doubling the impact. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement The Daily Signal, the proud producers of “Victor Davis Hanson: In a Few Words,” has a special limited-time offer: With a monthly donation of $14, you’ll become BOTH a Signal Elite Supporter AND receive a copy of “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement” Click here to order: https://secured.dailysignal.com/support-daily-signal-today/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=signalelite&utm_content=260820-vdh-book-youtube10 We cannot continue to make videos like this one without the support of our viewers. Please consider donating to The Daily Signal today! https://secured.dailysignal.com/
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The Erick Erickson Show
The Erick Erickson Show

S15 EP190: Hour 1 - Republicans Are Missing From Early Voting

Breaking news: Virginia Senate President Pro Tem Louise Lucas is arrested on federal drug trafficking charges tied to her marijuana dispensary. Erick sounds the alarm on Republican early voting turnout in Georgia and Texas, where Rick Jackson is calling in Ted Cruz, and Republicans risk handing Keisha Lance Bottoms the governor's mansion. Erick explains why every vote, and every blank line on the ballot, sends a message to the parties, and answers pastor Josh Howerton on whether voting is a message. Plus a Glasgow museum pulls its Egyptian mummies over "informed consent." Louise Lucas arrested on federal drug trafficking charges: Virginia Senate, marijuana dispensary raid, and why Democrats are not rallying to her Midterm panic: Republicans not showing up in early voting, Florida the exception, with alarm bells in Georgia and Texas Georgia governor race: Rick Jackson campaign summons Ted Cruz as Keisha Lance Bottoms threatens Republicans on the statewide ticket Vote the whole ballot or leave a line blank: the under vote, Josh Howerton's "voting is not a message" claim, and the bad-sandwich theory of party candidates Kelvin Grove Art Gallery and Museum in Glasgow pulls its mummies for lack of consent; caller Jerry from Dayton, Ohio on why primaries matter most
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Erick Erickson
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The Erick Erickson Show
The Erick Erickson Show

S15 EP190: Hour 2 - The New York Times Confirms the El-Sayed Letter

The New York Times confirms what Republicans said all along: Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed signed a letter defending the Muslim Brotherhood and urging Mohamed Morsi to purge Egypt's press and police. Erick explains what it means for Mike Rogers. He breaks down early voting in Texas, where Greg Abbott looks strong but James Talarico is a problem. He rolls his eyes at Ken Paxton's blame game, Rick Jackson in Georgia, and Susan Collins in Maine. Plus the Starshield blame game over Elon Musk and Ukraine, and a Czech president's claim that Trump's Russia sanctions waiver killed a peace deal. Abdul El-Sayed and the Muslim Brotherhood: The New York Times confirms the Michigan Senate candidate signed a letter defending the Brotherhood and urging Morsi to purge the Egyptian press and police, after he denied it on Meet the Press Michigan Senate race: Mike Rogers may win on early voting data, El-Sayed trouble with black Democrats, and why Democratic Socialists of America hijacking the party is a wake-up call if Troy Jackson also loses in Maine Texas early voting: Greg Abbott looks like a winner, James Talarico backed by CAIR, the Ken Paxton baggage and restitution deal, the Libertarian protest vote, and Neil Bush's Talarico endorsement Vote the whole ballot: Rick Jackson's story in Georgia versus Keisha Lance Bottoms, Susan Collins in Maine, and why leaving a line blank beats staying home Starshield and Ukraine: Elon Musk, Rubio, Hegseth and the White House point fingers while Europe is furious, plus the Czech president says Trump's Russian diesel sanctions waiver sank a peace deal
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Erick Erickson
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The Erick Erickson Show
The Erick Erickson Show

S15 EP190: Hour 3 - Ramaswamy’s Ad Against Amy Acton Has Ohio Republicans on Defense

Erick opens with rural Georgia voters staying home, then plays Harry Enten on CNN's new poll showing Trump at 32 percent approval and Democrats up 10 on the generic ballot. He explains why Vivek Ramaswamy's ad attacking Amy Acton's family history, and JD Vance's defense of it, has every Republican on the Ohio ticket playing defense. Plus Abdul El-Sayed's Muslim Brotherhood letter, the Trump lame duck problem and the 2028 bench, the New York Times report on renewed Iran strikes after the midterms, and why California's $126 billion high-speed rail shows America needs competence in government. Georgia early voting: rural Georgia is not turning out, Republicans are in a panic, and the suburbs are voting in higher numbers Harry Enten and CNN: Trump approval at a record low 32 percent, a Democratic plus 10 generic ballot, and the 1946 Truman and 2006 George W. Bush midterm comparisons Ohio governor race: Vivek Ramaswamy doubles down on his Amy Acton ad, JD Vance defends it, and Sherrod Brown benefits while Ohio Republicans take the heat Michigan Senate race: Abdul El-Sayed signed a letter backing the Muslim Brotherhood, and co-signers donated more than $25,000 to his campaign Lame duck Trump and 2028: Republican breaks on Russia and Ukraine, tariffs hurting Georgia farmers, the New York Times on Iran strikes after the midterms, and a deep GOP bench led by Brian Kemp, Ron DeSantis, Glenn Youngkin and Greg Abbott Competence in government: the Wall Street Journal on California's $126 billion high-speed rail and why both parties are losing the independent voters
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Erick Erickson
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Beyond the Polls with Henry Olsen
Beyond the Polls with Henry Olsen

Throwing Cold Water on the Blue Wave

There's no getting around the fact that Republicans are unpopular these days or that they're in for an unpleasant midterm. But should we really believe the flood will reach the Midwest or Rust Belt districts that elevated President Trump to double-digit margins? Patrick Rufini, founding partner of Echelon Insights, doesn't think so. He sits down with Henry to make his case. Plus, Henry draws an important distinction between the lead and the level of predicted vote share to explain why all 2-point edges should not be considered equal. And for today's ad of the week, he examines the viral attack and response in the especially fierce battle for Ohio between Vivek Ramaswamy and Amy Acton. Can't get enough of Henry's election analysis? Subscribe to his free weekly newsletter, "Margin of Victory," for invaluable insights every Wednesday.
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Henry Olsen
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PRPatrick Ruffini
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The Back of the Book
The Back of the Book

Does Reality Await, or Is This It? What the Strokes Reveal About the Past – and Future – of Rock

Twenty-five years ago, the New York City band The Strokes released one of the most widely hyped debut albums in rock history. Critics saw them as the saviors of rock n’ roll. But if the cultural influence of modern rock music is any indication, that promise fell short. In his new book Is This It: The Never-Ending Rise and Fall of the Strokes (and Rock ‘n’ Roll), music journalist Steven Hyden considers the fickle fate of rock through the trajectory of the Strokes’ career. He joins the podcast to discuss how the Strokes fit into rock history, why they captured such attention, and what their latest releases indicate about the future of music. He and Chris also discuss cigarettes, the return of Oasis, and Wisconsin sports culture.
Host:
Christopher J. Scalia
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Mom Wars
Mom Wars

The Due Time

This week, Bethany is joined by Helen Raleigh, a writer, entrepreneur, and speaker, for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, observed on October 15th. This episode comes with it a trigger warning for those for whom this topic is too difficult to listen to. You can follow Helen's work at theduetime.com.
Host:
Bethany Mandel
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3 Martini Lunch
3 Martini Lunch

Ilhan Omar’s stunning answer to MSNOW

Join Jim and Greg for the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch as they dissect Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar's answer to whether she married her brother, Michigan GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers exposing Democrat Abdul El-Sayed as a serial liar, Belgium taking forever to fix F-16's used by Ukraine, and the feds indicting one of the most powerful Democrats in Virginia. First, they react to Rep. Omar being asked by MSNOW whether she married her brother and Omar answering "not to my knowledge." That's a major shift from her previous responses and comes as Omar is the subject of an intensifying immigration fraud investigation. Next, Mike Rogers exposes the litany of lies Abdul El-Sayed has told about his personal past, his ties to the Muslim Brotherhood, never actually being licensed as a physician, and more. Jim wonders if Rogers has too many good avenues to attack El-Sayed. Then, they scratch their heads as a Belgian firm is taking up to 40 weeks to do maintenance on the F-16's we gave Ukraine, when U.S. personnel usually do it in less than a month. Finally, Virginia State Senate President L. Louise Lucas is indicted on a series of serious federal charges. New episodes every weekday. 👉 Subscribe to the show so you never miss a moment. Follow us for more daily clips, updates, and commentary: Facebook Instagram Youtube Other Info Website
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Greg CorombosJim Geraghty
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Chicks on The Right
Chicks on The Right

Inside TPUSA With Erika Kirk, France Riots & Massive Fraud Allegations EXPOSED

The Chicks are BACK with behind-the-scenes stories from Turning Point USA headquarters, an emotional meeting with Erika Kirk, and some surprising revelations about the future of the conservative movement! After spending time with TPUSA leadership, The Chicks share what they witnessed, address Candace Owens' theories about Erika Kirk, and reveal personal moments from their visit. Plus, they tease their exclusive Erika Kirk interview and upcoming appearance at AmericaFest! Meanwhile, President Donald Trump raises eyebrows with his answer about JD Vance becoming his successor in 2028. Could Vance really be the next Republican presidential nominee? The Chicks also dive into Stephen A. Smith defending Trump voters on The View, unrest in France, new government fraud investigations, a $4.4 million SNAP fraud case, Ilhan Omar's fundraising plea, and James Talarico's latest campaign controversy. Plus, Abdul El-Sayed faces criticism over his latest comments, a migrant caravan raises questions about the midterms, and Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton faces backlash over a controversial ad featuring her mother. From political drama and immigration to election controversies and hilarious viral moments, The Chicks are breaking it ALL down!
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Amy Jo ClarkMiriam Weaver
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What the Hell Is Going On
What the Hell Is Going On

WTH Is Europe on Fire? With Dr. Dominic Green.

In this episode, Dr. Dominic Green joins us from the United Kingdom to discuss mounting protests and violence raging across Europe. It’s been a tumultuous month in France in particular, with Paris and other cities engulfed in fire fueled by radical groups. We examine the broader implications of this upheaval for democratic values and societal norms. Is Europe a distant issue, or a precursor to what the United States might face? Dr. Dominic Green is a columnist for The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Examiner, The Critic and the Jewish Chronicle. He edited the US edition of The Spectator and is the author of five books, including The Double Life of Dr. Lopez: Spies, Shakespeare and the Plot to Poison Elizabeth I, Three Empires on the Nile: The Victorian Jihad, 1869-1899, and The Religious Revolution: The Birth of Modern Spirituality, 1848-1898. He is a regular contributor to The New York Post, The New Criterion, First Things, and The Daily Telegraph. He has taught Writing and History at Brandeis, and Politics at Boston College, and is a fellow of the Royal Historical Society, the Royal Society of Arts, the Center for American Culture & Ideas and the FPRI’s Center for the Study of America and the West. Read the transcript here. Subscribe to our Substack here.
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Danielle PletkaMarc Thiessen
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Parsing Immigration Policy
Parsing Immigration Policy

Kris Kobach on In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants and Noncitizen Voting

The Trump administration’s Department of Justice is challenging state laws that provide in-state college tuition rates to illegal aliens, arguing that they violate federal law. Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach joins host Mark Krikorian, the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies, in this episode of Parsing Immigration Policy to discuss a recent federal court ruling against Kansas’s tuition law, the related legal battles unfolding in other states, and efforts to identify and prosecute noncitizens who register and vote in U.S. elections. In relation to repealing in-state tuition for illegal aliens, Kobach stated, “Philosophically and just as a principle of common sense, a country should treat its own citizens better than it treats both legal and illegal aliens, frankly, in terms of benefits.”Among the topics discussed: The legal challenge to in-state tuition: Kobach explains how a 1996 federal statute restricts states from offering resident tuition rates to illegal aliens unless those rates are also available to all U.S.
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Mark Krikorian
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Freedom to Learn
Freedom to Learn

Alan Levine on Jewish Day Schools, EFTC Scholarships, & Informing Donors

The new Education Freedom Tax Credit could make a wide array of educational options available for millions of students next year. Alan Levine, CEO of the Jewish Education Access Fund, joins the podcast to explain how the tax credit offers a once-in-a-generation chance to expand access to schools that reflect families' values. Alan explains what donors and families need to know about pledges, donations, and state opt-ins before the credit takes effect on January 1, 2027. Jewish Education Access Fund: https://www.access-fund.org/ Federal Scholarship Tax Credit temporary rules: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/02/2026-20264/federal-scholarship-tax-credit Federal Scholarship Tax Credit proposed rules: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/02/2026-20277/federal-scholarship-tax-credit 🔗 Links & Resources: Visit our website: DFIPolicy.org 💡 Stay Connected: Follow us on Instagram: @DFIPolicy Follow us on Twitter: @DFIPolicy Follow us on Facebook: /DFIPolicy Subscribe to our YouTube channel (@DFIPolicy) for future episodes! 📩 Contact Us: If you have feedback or suggestions for future podcasts, please reach out to us at Podcast@DFIPolicy.org. 🎧 Thank You for Listening: Freedom to Learn is a production of the Defense of Freedom Institute. You can learn more about DFI at DFIPolicy.org. If you enjoyed this episode, please give it a thumbs up, share it, and subscribe for more insights into education law and policy. Thank you for your support!
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Ginny Gentles
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The Kevin Roberts Show with Larry O’Connor
The Kevin Roberts Show with Larry O’Connor

Lessons From Athens — Reviewing Secretary Rubio’s Acropolis Speech in Greece | The Kevin Roberts Show with Larry O’Connor

Earlier this month, Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered a rousing speech before the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, calling on Western nations to remember their heritage, stop settling for mediocrity, and start building upward again. He implored Western leaders to remember the great men and women of our past, upon whose shoulders Western civilization rests. In this episode of The Kevin Roberts Show with Larry O’Connor, Dr. Roberts and Larry O’Connor review the key elements of the speech and discuss what it would take for America to start building upward again. This video would not be possible without the generous donors of The Heritage Foundation. If you like our content, please consider supporting The Heritage Foundation by making a donation of any amount here: https://secured.heritage.org/?utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtubedescription&utm_content=260310-robertsdescription Larry O’Connor is the host of “O’Connor & Company” on WMAL-FM and “LARRY” on Townhall Media. Dr. Kevin Roberts is the president of The Heritage Foundation.
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Kevin Roberts
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Gray Matters
Gray Matters

Rupert Darwall on The Age of Error and the West’s Undoing

Jace Lington speaks with Rupert Darwall about his new book, The Age of Error and the West's Undoing. In the book, Darwall argues that Western leaders doubled down on policies to fight climate change after the 2008 financial crisis, which led to a clash between environmentalism and geopolitics. He also makes the case that politicians became codependent on experts (central bankers, climate scientists, and public health officials) in ways that undermine democratic accountability and lead to worse policy outcomes. Show notes: YouTube version Rupert's Book Sign up for email updates from the Gray Center here
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Daily Signal
Daily Signal

Victor Davis Hanson: Why Western Civilization Is Fighting Back

Western civilization faces a growing crisis as immigration, assimilation, radical Islam and political leadership fuel tensions across Europe and the United States. From rising unrest and cultural divisions to the backlash against established political elites, the stakes extend beyond individual policies to the future of Western traditions, values and institutions. As Europe and America grapple with these challenges, a political counter-revolution may be taking shape. The question is whether the West can confront the problems threatening its cohesion and preserve the civilization it has built. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement. The Daily Signal, the proud producers of “Victor Davis Hanson: In a Few Words,” has a special limited-time offer: With a monthly donation of $14, you’ll become BOTH a Signal Elite Supporter AND receive a copy of The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement. Click here to order: https://secured.dailysignal.com/support-daily-signal-today/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=signalelite&utm_content=261021-vdh-book-youtube10
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Victor Davis Hanson
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The Erick Erickson Show
The Erick Erickson Show

S15 EP189: Hour 1 - Republicans Panic Over the Siena Poll as Vivek Ramaswamy’s Amy Acton Ad Puts Ohio on Defense

Erick breaks down why Republican strategists are in full meltdown mode two weeks before the midterms after the New York Times/Siena College poll showed Democrats up 11 on the generic ballot, and why he thinks the polling, including the fake Wedgwood numbers, overstates the Democrats in key Senate races from Texas and Ohio to Iowa and Alaska. Then he rips Vivek Ramaswamy for doubling down on an ad aimed at Ohio Democrat Amy Acton's family, and ties it all to Trump's $5,000 payout pitch, his Putin and Ukraine moves, and the TikTok problem he says the president created. New York Times/Siena College poll, Democrats +11 on the generic congressional ballot, and why Erick thinks Republicans are overreacting Wedgwood Polls admits posting fake data; why the RealClearPolitics average and swing-state polling matter more than national polls Senate races: Ken Paxton vs. James Talarico in Texas, Sherrod Brown in Ohio, Roy Cooper, Jon Ossoff, Susan Collins, and Mary Peltola Vivek Ramaswamy doubles down on the Amy Acton ad in the Ohio governor race while JD Vance tells Republicans to stop whining Trump's $5,000 payout pitch, the Putin and Zelensky land-for-peace news, Christianity Today's Elisabeth Elliot article, and TikTok's grip on young voters
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Erick Erickson
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The Erick Erickson Show
The Erick Erickson Show

S15 EP189: Hour 2 - Zelensky Offers to Freeze the Lines as Starshield Goes Dark and Vance Embraces American Decline

Erick reacts to Volodymyr Zelensky telling Fox News he will accept a ceasefire that freezes the lines in Ukraine, while the White House, Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth, and Elon Musk each give a different story about why Starshield and Starlink service went down. Erick then takes calls on JD Vance's post-liberal worldview of American decline and spheres of influence with Russia and China, argues that decline is a choice, and previews the feds' DNA evidence hunt in the Ilhan Omar investigation. Zelensky tells Brian Kilmeade on Fox News he will freeze the front lines for a ceasefire and security guarantees, as Steve Witkoff meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow Starshield and Starlink Ukraine shutdown: conflicting explanations from Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth, the White House, and Elon Musk, plus the European contract fallout JD Vance's Western Hemisphere, spheres of influence worldview versus the Trump and Marco Rubio view, with Ohio's Ukrainian immigrant vote, Max Miller, and Tucker Carlson in the mix Caller debates on Putin, Xi Jinping, and the global order, and why Erick says the dollar, the American banking system, and the rule of law make decline a choice, with Wired's Americans who fled to Europe story Elena Kagan's Catholic University remarks versus the New York Times coverage, Democrats like James Talarico backing Supreme Court expansion, and a teaser on the Ilhan Omar DNA evidence probe
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Erick Erickson
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The Erick Erickson Show
The Erick Erickson Show

S15 EP189: Hour 3 - Ilhan Omar’s Dumpster Dive DNA Hunt And Slotkin’s Walkback

Erick, broadcasting from Louisiana, digs into the FBI's dumpster dive for DNA evidence in the Ilhan Omar investigation and Senator Elissa Slotkin's walkback of her comments about prosecuting Trump allies. He says corruption must be prosecuted on both sides, including the Trump family, Steve Witkoff, and Howard Lutnick. He also pitches a constitutional fix that suspends the presidential pardon power every October of an election year. Then he explains why young men are getting black pilled, from the Bloomberg story and the Cornell case to Nick Fuentes, Jeffrey Epstein conspiracy theories, C.S. Lewis, and the church's failure to mentor.
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Erick Erickson
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The Report Card with Nat Malkus
The Report Card with Nat Malkus

American Adolescence in 2026 (with Daniel A. Cox)

On The Report Card, we talk a lot about schools, but in this episode we do something a little different and talk about one of the populations schools serve: adolescents. How are technologies such as social media, AI, and location tracking affecting teenagers? What are gender relations like among high school students? And how do teens today think about family, religion, politics, and America? On this episode of The Report Card, Nat Malkus discusses these questions and more with Dan Cox. Daniel A. Cox is the director of the Survey Center on American Life at the American Enterprise Institute. He is also the author of a recent report, A Digital Divide in American Adolescence: Gender, Class, and the New Teenage Experience, and a new book, Generation Uncoupled: America’s New Gender Divide and the Crisis of Human Connection. This episode was produced by Elli Lucas.
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Nat Malkus
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