Focus Today with Perry Atkinson

Bruce Starr, Oregon State Senator, discusses Oregon primary election results.

https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/starr

Jim Dornan, campaign manager for Christine Drazan, reacts to her Oregon primary victory and discusses the governor’s race moving forward.

https://www.christinefororegon.com/

Megan Barth, executive editor of CaliforniaGlobe.com, discusses the May 19 primary election results, key races across the country, and what the outcomes could mean for the future direction of American politics.

http://CaliforniaGlobe.com

Dennis Kneale, media strategist and author of the new book “The Oregoners,” discusses the challenges facing Oregon today and what’s driving the state’s shifting quality of life.  https://oregonersbook.com/

Allan Parker, President of The Justice Foundation, talks about a new declaration arguing that the U.S. Constitution protects the right to life from conception and why America’s 250th anniversary is a critical moment for that debate.  https://thejusticefoundation.org/

Bob Livingston, former Congressman from Louisiana and author of The Rainbow Chaser, talks about the rise of “lawfare,” the politicization of the justice system, and why he believes it poses a serious threat to everyday Americans.

Jeff Crouere, political commentator and host of Ringside Politics, discusses the war in Iran and the global stakes involving the Strait of Hormuz and China.

Dr. Gene Getz, editor of the Life Essentials Study Bible, talks about a compassion-driven approach to ministry.

Todd Friel, executive director of Fortis Institute, talks about modern Israel, biblical interpretation, and cultural challenges facing Christians today.

Pastor Marc Little, host of the Marc Little Show, talks about what God actually says about Israel, challenging widely held beliefs about the land, the promises to Abraham, and how they apply today.

Megan Barth, executive editor of CaliforniaGlobe.com, discusses the latest headlines.

Chris Salcedo, veteran broadcaster and author of “The Rise of the Liberty-Loving Latino,” discusses the recent headlines. 

Nick Bryant, investigative journalist and author of The Franklin Scandal, discusses the First Lady’s recent denial of any connection to Jeffrey Epstein and what it could mean moving forward.

Casey Fleming, Counter Intelligence expert and CEO of BlackOps Partners Corporation, discusses the headlines.

Michael Farris, NRB general counsel, talks about the recent dismissal of a legal challenge to the Johnson Amendment and what the ruling means for churches and religious nonprofits.

Dr. Tim Murphy, former Congressman and author of “The Christ Cure,”  discusses what political gridlock reveals about conflict and leadership, and concerns about the direction of modern counseling and its impact on men and women.

Mike Tatlock, Chaplain for the Portland Trail Blazers and author of “A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture,” discusses how Christians can stay grounded in truth while engaging in today’s culture.

Pastor Rick Booye, Pastor Emeritus at Trail Christian Fellowship and Chairman of the Theology Department at Pacific Bible College, talks about the meaning of Holy Week, the Cross, and how the Resurrection shapes the way we live beyond Easter.

Leighton Grey, lawyer and host of the Grey Matter Podcast, discusses how Canadians are interpreting the war in the Middle East and how classical liberal principles are shaping today’s political and cultural conversation.