Issues & Ideas: News & Political Commentary

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's news, politics, ICE actions at Delaney Hall in Newark NJ, Trump's Iran war policies, the early days of Pope Leo's papacy, the many ways that cuts to healthcare programs will impact all of America, how to prevent Lyme Disease and what the Bible teaches about revealing what's hidden in darkness. (00:00) Kathy O'Leary, coordinator with Pax Christi and Lead Organizer with Eyes On ICE NJ, shares details about the conditions detainees at...

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's politics, economy, health news, the Catholic Church sex scandal, investing and investment strategies along with a study of the Bible. (00:00) Ryan Young, Senior Economist with the Competitive Enterprise Institute, gives his analysis of the most recent Consumer Price Index numbers, what they reveal about the U.S. Economy and how the numbers warn of what lies ahead. (12:22) Dr. Tyler Evans, CEO of the Wellness Equity Alliance, discu...

(00:00) Lanny Davis, former Special Council to President Bill Clinton, shares stories from his life, political career and presents the elements of a path that can lead to a more unified and effective political process and system. (11:25) Attorney Anand Dash, partner in the Kennedys Law Firm, tells how a lack of transparency by a NJ town's leadership is leading to the construction of a data center and what concerns residents are expressing about the approval process and plans for the center. ...

Join us for expert honest analysis, news commentary and current events discussion about healthcare, hospitals, Medicaid, Pope Leo, libraries, the economy and the Bible. (00:00) The findings of a new report on how cuts to Medicaid will impact hospitals and healthcare. (04:30) The latest social media habits and posts of Donald Trump and what they reveal. (06:38) Dr. Paul Kengor, Political Science Professor at Grove City College and Editor with The American Spectator, discusses Pope Leo...

Join us for expert honest and fearless analysis and commentary about today's issues, news, politics, economy, healthcare and current events. (00:00) Michael O'Neill, VP of Legal Affairs with the Landmark Legal Foundation, gives his analysis of the U.S. Supreme Court hearing on birthright citizenship, the arguments made by both sides and what's actually established by the U.S. Constitution along with related immigration laws. (12:56) Tracy Byrnes, Financial Advisor with Lebenthal Globa...

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 controls are a solution and what lies ahead for the U.S. economy. (22:27) Alleigh Marre...

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 weighs on strategy and what lies ahead regarding boots on the ground and othe...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight. (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 rape by priests and what this action could mean for other victims of sex abus...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight. (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 aftermath of the Alex Pretti homicide by ICE as ICE supporters attempt to def...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight. (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 electricity and whether they'll have any meaningful impact. (16:48) Tomasz ...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight. (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 and natural supplements which can strengthen a body's ability to fight disea...

(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 Appreciation Day. (22:12) Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R FL-27th) of...

(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 U.S. auto industry and consumers in a variety of ways. (31:27) The latest edition of T...