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Woke Corporate Capitalism Apr 12, 2021

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In 2015 Ross Douthat coined the term "woke capitalism" when writing a piece for the New York Times. He defined it as how companies signal their support for progressive causes in order to maintain their influence in society. He really tapped into something. Since then, this mindset has only grown, as the largest corporations are now weighing in of almost every major (and not-so-major) public policy issue. The problem: they increasingly land on the "leftist" side of the issue. So what is the impact? Is this a coordinated effort? What is the antidote to this "corporate wokeness" infiltrating our largest American companies? On this episode, Andy Olivastro joins us to weigh in with a unique perspective. He led communications and reputation strategy for some of the largest corporations and best known brands, and witnessed first-hand this gradual shift toward "corporate wokeness."

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Success, Not Corporate Wokeness, Elevates the Human Condition

1 Investor With 1 Share Can Call Out Corporate Leftism

The Agenda of Black Lives Matter Is Far Different From the Slogan

Conservatives, take back the franchise with proxy voting

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Chad Wolf on Biden's Historic Crisis at the Southern Border Apr 05, 2021

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This week, former acting secretary of the Department of Homeland Security in the Trump administration and Heritage visiting fellow, Chad Wolf, breaks down what’s happening at the border, how it started, and if we can stop it.

Why Biden’s Blaming Trump for Border Crisis Has Zero Credibility

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What Biden's Defense Priorities Should Be Mar 29, 2021

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President Reagan talked a lot about securing peace through being strong, and there's no question that our military is strong. But that strength is not absolute. It takes a lot of resources and constant innovation to keep up - especially when countries like China continue to grow their military presence around the world. So how do we keep up? This week, we dig into the NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act), and the priorities that Congress must sanction in order to keep our military strong and prepared. In addition, we look at some of the differences in President Biden's defense priorities and the implications.

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56 Recommendations for Congress: Shaping the FY 2022 National Defense Authorization Act and Defense Appropriations to Enhance the National Defense

Hits & Misses in Biden’s Interim National Security Guidance

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The Equality Act in the Senate Mar 21, 2021

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This week, we discuss the Senate hearing on the Equality Act. Emilie Koa, director of Heritage's Devos Center explains the ways in which the Equality Act would effect everyday life, gives an outlook on the legislations future, and much more.

Heritage Explains the Equality Act

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1.9 Trillion Reason the COVID 'Relief' Package Is a Disaster Mar 15, 2021

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This week the $1.9 trillion “American Rescue Plan” was passed. Yet only a paltry 9% (or less) of the stimulus will be spent on actual public health measures. Rather, it is a wish list of the left’s pet projects that has very little to do with reducing the spread of the virus. On this episode, Heritage Budget expert David Ditch breaks down the monstrous spending package, gives us insight as the where the money will actually go, and explains the disaster this is for the future of America.

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Joe Biden’s Coronavirus Stimulus Bill: A $1.9 Trillion Disaster

5 Reasons To Avoid Another Big COVID-19 Package

5 Charts Show Why Congress Must Stop Adding to National Debt

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Biden's Gun Control Agenda Mar 08, 2021

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This week, Heritage legal fellow Amy Swearer, breaks down the Biden administration’s plans on gun control. She explains why instead of addressing the real underlying problems when it comes to gun violence, President Biden is pushing politically divisive measures that could seriously damage our right to keep and bear arms without making the nation any safer.

Blowing 4 Factual Holes in the Biden Gun Control Agenda

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Our New Election Process if H.R. 1 Passes Mar 01, 2021

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Heritage Foundation President, Kay Coles James, said in a recent article the right to vote is one of the most sacred rights that we as citizens can exercise. Hardly anyone—Democrats, Republicans and independents—trusts the process anymore, and legitimate concerns exist about the fairness and accuracy of our elections. We saw all of this on display in the 2020 election. If the proposed bill H.R. 1 becomes law, it is certain this would become the new normal in America. This week, we break down H.R. 1 and how it would undermine our election integrity forever.

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The Facts About H.R. 1: The “For the People Act of 2021”

How To Restore Faith in Our Federal Elections

Don’t Turn 2020’s Election Problems Into Law - Kay Coles James Op-Ed on H.R. 1

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History Shows Amnesty Doesn't Work Feb 22, 2021

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History shows that amnesty for illegal immigrants only brings more illegal immigration. This week, we take a trip down memory lane, explaining amnesty bills of the past, why they didn’t work (even according to liberals), and why they won’t work now.

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The Sexualization of Our Children Feb 15, 2021

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We are under attack from the Left's education agenda promoting information about sex, abortion, and politicized ideas about sexual orientation and gender identity. Our young children are being inundated with these heavy topics at their schools, in media, and throughout pop culture. It only seems to be getting worse. How do we push back? How do we turn the tide on an agenda that has the potential to damage the development of our kids? This week we talk about making a promise to protect America's children, and ensure they are no longer used as political pawns to advance a sexual agenda.

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Make the Promise to America's Children

Virtual Event: The Promise to America's Children

Book: When Harry Became Sally - Thoughtful answers to questions arising from this transgender moment

Book: Irreversible Damage - The Transgender Craze Seducing Our Daughters

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Suffering Children Ignored by Teachers Unions Feb 08, 2021

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This week, we learn what a recent CDC report says about our children's mental health right now. Plus, Jonathan Butcher explains why teachers unions are holding up reopening schools and what parents can do to stop them.

Virtual Learning Is Unnecessary—And No Substitute for Classroom Instruction

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