Issues & Ideas: News & Political Commentary

Join us for expert honest analysis and commentary about today's politics, news, economy, healthcare and current events.
 
(00:00) The details about the SAVE America Act and how it's a part of the threat to the right to vote is explained.

(10:43) Steve Swedberg, Finance & Monetary Policy Analyst with the Competitive Enterprise Institute, discusses the reasons for higher food prices, whether price contr...

Join us for conversations, expert analysis, insight and commentary about today's politics, news, economy and current events including the latest regarding the war in Iran.
 
(00:00) The claims versus the facts regarding the SAVE America Act and whether there's an actual need for the legislation are examined.

(08:00) Cybersecurity attorney Lisa Sotto, partner with the firm Hunton, Andrews, Kurth LLP and fo...

Join us for conversations, analysis, insight and commentary about today's politics, news, economy and current events.
 
(00:00) An examination of recent words by Pete Hegseth and Karoline Leavitt which reveals their true feeling about U.S. troops.

(05:01) Stefano Ritondale, Chief Intelligence Officer with Artorias, gives his analysis of the current conditions with the war in Iran, how a changing stated purpose...

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(00:00) William Angus with the No ICE North Jersey Alliance discusses the chain of events and lack of actions by local New Jersey politicians which resulted in ICE purchasing a large warehouse complex in northwest NJ for a new immigrant detention center despite the objections of area res...

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(00:00) An examination of recent words by Kristi Noem about voting and the concerns they create about the future of free and fair elections in America.

(07:03) Attorney Gregory Gianforcaro reacts to the decision by the Camden New Jersey Catholic Diocese to settle legal action brought by victims of rap...

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(00:00) A look back at Pam Bondi's congressional committee testimony about the Jeffrey Epstein files and the message Bondi's words sent to victims of Epstein and human trafficking.

(07:20) Dahlia Edidin Locke with World Without Exploitation reacts to Pam Bondi's congressional committee ...

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(00:00) A Congressional committee hearing from this past week, which Republicans did not attend, with victims of ICE testifying about being shot and threatened is discussed.

(10:51) Stephen Willeford, spokesperson with Gun Owners Of America, reacts to how the 2nd Amendment has been attacked in the aft...

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(00:00) The responses and reactions to the shooting death of Alex Pretti by ICE officers are reviewed.

(06:23) William Watkins, Research Fellow with the Independent Institute, tells why understanding original intent is vital to understanding the U.S. Constitution and how the Constitution applies regar...

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(00:00) Laws that address keeping pet dogs outside during cold and snowy weather along with the penalties for failure to follow them.

(03:13) Dina Mottola Jaborska, Executive Director of NJ Citizen Action, reacts to Executive Orders by NJ Governor Mikie Sherrill designed to address the high cost of el...

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(00:00) A look at the meeting between Donald Trump, the Venezuelan opposition leader and her attempt to win favor with Trump.

(01:25) Law professor Emmanuel Mauleon explains the Constitutional law which applies and needs to be followed regarding the investigation of the murder of Renee Nicole Good in ...

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(00:00) An analysis of the murder of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis by ICE officer Jonathan Ross and the reactions to it and made about it by Donald Trump, Kristi Noem and others.

(08:03) Dr. Holly Lucille offers insight to this flu season, why the flu has hit so hard along with lifestyle changes an...

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(00:00) The new minimum wage and who benefits, gas tax and toll cost increases in NJ are explained.

(03:56) Dr. Willie Jolley, discusses the ideas and truths as featured in his new book which need to be understood in order to achieve lasting wealth versus being rich and shares stories about those who ...

(00:00) Anne Kassalow, Managing Attorney of the Housing Justice Project at the Seton Hall Law School Center For Social Justice, details the disadvantage NJ people facing eviction have when they go to court and changes that can be made to make the process for fair.

(11:42) Steve Rosenberg, Organizing Committee member for Israel Appreciation Day, discusses the importance of Israel, the dangers of antisemitism and goals of Israel Appre...

(00:00) A special introduction to this Christmas episode of Issues And Ideas With Chris DeBello in light of recent actions by Donald Trump

(02:07) Dr. Olapeju Simoyan shares the stories and history behind some of the favorite classic Christmas songs of all time including how the lyrics and music weren't always meant to be joined together.

(13:35) Victoria Nagel, Director Of Clinical Training And Workforce Dev...

(00:00) The changes coming to the SNAP program January 1 and how they'll impact people and families who rely on them.

(02:16) Angi Metler, Executive Director of the Animal Protection League Of NJ, discusses the state's 2025 New Jersey black bear hunt, whether a hunt is needed and their bear education efforts.

(19:28) Ray Shefska, co-founder of CarEdge, examines how politics and policies are impacting the...

(00:00) The potential impact on healthcare coverage and costs if Congress takes no action and the ACA subsidies expire at the end of the month are explained.

(04:37) How a NJ school reacted to the prolonged bullying of a student despite numerous attempts by the student's parents to contact the school demanding action.

(9:48) Amber Caron, Communications Director with Wreaths Across America, discusses their 10t...

(00:00) Major Brett DeMichael, Division Commander of Salvation Army New Jersey, tells how the economy has created an increased need of food assistance for individuals, families, what the Salvation Army is doing to help them and how people can support their efforts to help others.

(13:12) Thomas Aiello from the National Taxpayers Union looks at how tariffs on prescription drugs and medical equipment will increase costs and ...

(00:00) Anne Kassalow, Managing Attorney of the Housing Justice Project at Seton Hall University's School Of Law's Center For Social Justice, explains the consequences of a lack of legal representation for those facing eviction and a way to resolve this void.

(11:44) Michelle Horn, Communications Director with Fisher House, talks about how the organization supports veterans and their families when veterans requir...

(00:00) The upcoming increased costs of healthcare coverage in New Jersey by the major healthcare companies are explained as well as what the impact would be if Obamacare subsidies are allowed to expire.

(03:19) Chris Widelo, New Jersey State Director with AARP, shares the findings of their report on Family Caregivers, the role they serve, sacrifices they make and the support that's available to them.

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