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Can the U.S. Defend Against a Hypersonic Missile Attack? Oct 25, 2021

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It was recently reported that China tested a new hypersonic missile in August. This nuclear-capable rocket circled the globe and apparently took U.S. intelligence by surprise. So what does this mean for the U.S.? Do we have the ability to stop a missile traveling at 10,000 miles per hour traveling through space? As we continue to see our adversaries become more forward in their development, it's important to continue asking if the U.S. is able to adequately defend against all the threats that exist. On this episode Dakota Wood talks about the state of our preparedness, and uses the 2022 Index of Military Strength to demonstrate why the U.S. is only marginally able to defend America's vital national interests.

You can read the Index here:

2022 Index of U.S. Military Strength

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LIVE: Biden's Supply Chain Crisis Oct 21, 2021

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Supply chain issues in conjunction with rising prices continue to clear shelves, idle factories, and take a toll on the wallets of working Americans. The Biden administration falsely insists these problems are transitory and blames the pandemic or the people trying to fix the problems. But this crisis is here to stay as long as the administration continues to push policies that make it worse. On this episode of Heritage Explains Live, we talk with Heritage trade economist Tori Smith. She breaks down the basics, catches us up on where things currently stand, and takes your questions. THIS IS WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!

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What's Going on Between China and Taiwan Oct 18, 2021

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This week, Dean Cheng, a research fellow in Heritage’s Asian Studies Center, breaks down the situation between China and Taiwan and what the United States should do about it.

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LIVE: Biden DOJ’s Attempt to Silence Parents on Critical Race Theory Oct 12, 2021

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**The special episode of Heritage Explains was recorded LIVE on Facebook and YouTube**

Are concerned parents DOMESTIC TERRORISTS? That's what Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a memo threatening to use the power of the DOJ and FBI to “investigate” parents who speak out at school board meetings with concerns about what their children are being taught.

What should parents do in the face of this intimidation?

What does it mean that the Biden administration is weaponizing the DOJ and FBI to do the bidding of a powerful leftist advocacy group?

How can parents protect their rights? ASK A LAWYER! Heritage Foundation legal scholar Giancarlo Canaparo answered your questions live.

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Lori Lightfoot says "Bye Bye" to the Chicago Bears? Oct 11, 2021

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When the news broke that the owners of the Chicago Bears football team purchased a massive piece of property in a suburb 30 miles outside of Downtown Chicago, the narrative quickly developed that The Bears could be leaving their historic stadium for the suburbs. Many news outlets say it’s because the owners see more opportunity to make profit, they'll have an easier time with things like sports betting, generational change in ownership, or maybe it’s just time. But we wonder if there are other factors at work here. In this episode, our friend Stephen Moore joins us for a fun discussion on the other factors that could be lending to the Bears organization considering leaving their historic home in Downtown Chicago, and the policy consequences that come with it.

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Heritage Foundation Work

Meet Kim Foxx, the Rogue Prosecutor Whose Policies are Wreaking Havoc in Chicago

Heritage Foundation’s effort to push back on the massive reconciliation bill currently being pushed by The Left on Capitol Hill

Steve Moore on the damage leftist policies have caused in Chicago

Illinois Policy Institute Work:

Will the Chicago Bears Stay In the City

Enrollment in Chicago Public School Has Declined by Nearly 25,000

Illinois Rising Property Taxes and Pension Debt

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Supply Chain Woes Oct 04, 2021

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Is our supply chain collapsing? This week, Brent Sadler, a senior fellow in Heritage’s Center for National Defense, explains the reason behind today’s shipping backlogs and why it could lead to national security concerns.

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The Biden Border Crisis in Del Rio Sep 27, 2021

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The Biden administration's historic crisis at the southern border has reached a fever pitch in Del Rio, TX. The most frustrating part is that it was entirely avoidable. Now thousands are suffering from the administration’s foolish push for open borders, and the consequences of this predictable disaster will surely be lasting and painful for America. On this episode, we talk about how Del Rio is just a snapshot of what's happen at the southern border, and what is likely to happen if this path continues. In addition, we talk about The Democrat's attempt to use budget gimmicks in Congress to set millions of illegal immigrants on a pathway to citizenship.

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How Critical Race Theory is Dividing America (Rebroadcast) Sep 20, 2021

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How woke is your workplace? This week on “Heritage Explains,” Christopher Rufo, a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and former Heritage visiting fellow, explains what critical race theory is and how it’s dividing America.

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The Texas Heartbeat Act Sep 13, 2021

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Is Roe v. Wade over? How does this new law in Texas work exactly? What did the Supreme Court say about this law? Our guest, Sarah Perry, a legal fellow in Heritage’s Meese Center, explains.

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September 11, 2001 - It's been 20 Years Sep 06, 2021

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It's been 20 years since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. It's hard to describe in a short blurb what that day has meant for Americans, and all that has changed because of it. So this week, we wanted to take a special look at and acknowledge the calamity, chaos, and confusion, but also look at the tremendous heroism of first responders, men and woman in uniform, and the incredible charity displayed by everyday Americans. We also talk with Steve Bucci. He was the military assistant to Sec. Donald Rumsfeld on September 11, and recounts being in the Pentagon when the plane hit including the great story of Sec. Rumsfeld pulling wounded people out of the Pentagon. He saw (first hand) the best of Americans in the face of such incredibly dark circumstances. Given the incredibly challenging circumstances we are currently facing in Afghanistan, Bucci also calls on policymakers to be bold in addressing the threats we face today.

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