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Why The Declaration of Independence Makes Me a Proud American Jul 02, 2020

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This Fourth of July season, we are counting the many blessings we are afforded as American citizens. We all have a different story, and a different path, and we are able to move forward because of the freedom and liberty this Nation was founded on. These are the things enshrined in Declaration of Independence. On this inspiring episode, Dr. Allen Guelzo talks about the miracle that is the Declaration of Independence, the story that lead to its drafting and the result, why it is still very relevant in today’s culture, and why it makes him a #ProudAmerican.

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After listening to the episode, we encourage all to take a short amount of time and read The Declaration of Independence in its entirety. After, please tell us on social media why you are a #ProudAmerican. Don't forget to use the hashtag!

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The Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone Jun 25, 2020

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This week, Jarrett Stepman, a contributor to The Daily Signal and author of “The War on History: The Conspiracy to Rewrite America's Past” explains Seattle’s Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone and discusses if communities like this could ever actually exist long term. He also takes a look back at Seattle's liberal history and explains what he thinks will happen next.

Anarchy in Central Seattle Isn’t a ‘Festive Zone’

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Police Abuse and Police Unions Jun 19, 2020

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In the wake of the horrible killing of George Floyd, many are proposing different solutions to ensure that something like this never happens again. From defunding the police entirely or mandating better officer training, it seems like all options are on the table. One option that should not be overlooked is the power police unions have over dealing with situations like this. This week, we talk with Rachel Greszler about how confronting police abuse requires shifting power away from police unions.

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Confronting Police Abuse Requires Shifting Power From Police Unions

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SpaceX's Historic Launch Jun 11, 2020

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Colonizing Mars? Bases on the moon? This week, Dean Cheng explains the significance of the Falcon 9 launch. He also talks about what took American space programs so long to get to this point and if space tourism is something we could actually see in our lifetime. Cheng, is a senior research fellow in Heritage's Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy. Dean also sits on NASA's National Space Council Users' Advisory Group.

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China: The Boa Constrictor Strangling Africa Jun 05, 2020

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China is very active in building infrastructure for developing nations. For the last two decades, they have invested billions of dollars in Africa in the form of roads, bridges, and other critical infrastructure. Thanks to a recent Heritage report, we now see that they are also building high security government buildings for African nations, and are likely using these as a vector to spy on and undercut the US. On this episode, Josh Meservey explains why China continues to invest in Africa, why Africa continues to allow them, and what that means for American economic activity and security in Africa.

Government Buildings in Africa Are a Likely Vector for Chinese Spying

China’s Belt and Road Initiative: Strategic Implications and International Opposition

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In a Disaster, Who Survives? May 28, 2020

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Most advice on how to prepare for a disaster is just plain wrong. On this episode, Jim Carafano explains five attributes an individual should have in order to survive a major disaster.

Read the op-ed: https://www.heritage.org/defense/commentary/disaster-who-survives

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What You Need to Know About Apple-Google Contact Tracing May 22, 2020

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Contact tracing has been going on for decades. But now, Google and Apple are aiming to turn smartphones into digital contact tracers. But what does this mean for our privacy? Is this just another grab of our data by big tech? Could this be a way for the government to get our health information? This week, Klon Kitchen walks us through what Google and Apple are proposing, some of the legitimate concerns, and why this effort could serve as an effective tool to fight against the spread of Covid-19 and other diseases in the future.

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Klon’s report referenced in the episode: The Apple–Google Partnership to Fight COVID-19: Understanding the Promises and Perils of Digital Contact Tracing

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What You Need to Know About the Food Supply Disruptions May 15, 2020

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Restaurants are closed due to COVID-19. Farmers are dumping fresh milk and eggs. Meat processing plants are shutting down, causing shortages of beef, poultry, and pork. How long can these disruptions last? Is there a solution to help farmers, meat processing plants and their workers? Some are making calls for Americans to just stop eating meat. Should we even entertain that? Today, Daren Bakst a senior research fellow in agricultural policy, in Heritage’s Roe Institute for Economic Policy Studies helps explain.

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After Coronavirus -- The Economic Path Forward May 08, 2020

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For over 25 years, The Heritage Foundation’s Index of Economic Freedom has been a mainstay in policy discussions in Washington D.C. and around the world. It is a clear example of why free markets and liberty matter when it comes to building a flourishing society. This week, Nick Loris explains a new Heritage report that spells out what the US needs to do to not only increase its ranking, but also to increase the quality of life for our families. Given the rebuilding that must take place after COVID-19, now is the time to implement these ideas of more freedom and less government.

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Restoring America As Land of the Free (Ways the US can improve their score in the Index of Economic Freedom)

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The Right Way to Reopen America May 01, 2020

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This week, Dr. Richard Tubb, a retired military officer and one of the longest-serving White House physicians in history, serving from 1995-2009, joins us to talk about what plans we should have in place to reopen America. He also talks about his time working for President George W. Bush to build out some of the first pandemic planning. Dr. Tubb is also a member of Heritage’s National Coronavirus Recovery Commission.

Learn more about the Commissions recommendations at www.coronaviruscommission.com

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