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    Upstream Ideas

    “He who seeks to improve conditions must propagate a new mentality, not merely a new institution.” — Ludwig von Mises

    Our aim at Upstream Ideas is to do just as Mises suggested by turning the dial on how you look at the political and policy issues facing Illinois, Chicago and our nation. We present new ideas that inform salient policy decisions, start new conversations and move beyond partisan politics all while challenging the status quo.

    Dan Proft along with distinguished guests and contributors lay out in-depth issues in a digestible way to better understand why conditions are what they are and how they could be improved. We produce content in a variety of formats including long-form interviews, multiple segment radio shows and mini-monologues. We arm you with new information and fresh perspectives with the goal of making Illinois and the United States of America a bit more free, a bit more just and a bit more civilized.

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    WIND: Son Of Immigrants Makes The Case Against Open Borders Oct 02, 2018
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    Do even those in the center politically know we need control over our borders? Is it controversial to propose merit based immigration? What should be the GOP's strategy to peel off Latino voters in key Senate races? National Review editor, Reihan Salam joins Dan and Amy to discuss his new book on immigration policy, "Melting Pot or Civil War?"


    WIND: Another Impeachment Target On The Ballot Sep 28, 2018
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    Will the midterms now be a referendum on impeaching Trump and Kavanaugh? Was Ford ever given a hard question? Was she sincere but had no evidence to back up her emotional testimony?
    What does the number and quality of women who rallied to Kavanaugh’s defense show about his character? Was this a clarifying cultural moment? NY Post columnist, Michael Goodwin joins Dan and Amy to discuss.


    WIND: Guilty On Charges Of Conservatism Sep 27, 2018
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    What is the standard of analysis that should be used to inform the Kavanaugh confirmation vote? It's not a criminal trial but shouldn’t the principles that inform our justice system be the norms applied to a confirmation hearing in assessing uncorroborated allegations? Who will win greatest identity politics hustler? What level of outrage will Kavanaugh convey? Washington Free Beacon Editor, Matthew Continetti joins Dan and Amy to discuss.


    WIND: DC Press Corps All Of A Sudden Cares About Taxes Sep 27, 2018
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    Is the economic impact of tariffs the only tax the DC press corps cares about? Where’s the fair and complete analysis of the tax cuts? What about the impact of tax hikes on personal, corporate, and capital? Why is Trump still misunderstanding the meaning of trade deficits? CNBC Contributor, Jim Iuorio joins Dan and Amy to discuss.


    WIND: Trump’s Super Ego Sep 27, 2018
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    What makes Trump different than the typical president? Does Trump’s capacity for concern allow him to say what he’s really thinking? Why do things get under his skin so easily yet he’s also able to pick himself up quickly? How did the death of his brother affect him? Clinical professor and author of “Trump On The Couch,” Dr. Justin Frank joins Dan and Amy to discuss.


    IL RISING: Conservative Reformers Push Back Against Madigan Sep 27, 2018
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    Mike Madigan is once again pouring hundreds of thousands of dollars into legislative races in support of Democrats, paying for false attacks on Republican opponents. But this time, a group of conservative reformers – including both sitting stat reps and new candidates – are fighting back. On this edition of Illinois Rising, Dan Proft and Pat Hughes hear from state Rep. Peter Breen, R-Lombard and one of the conservative reform leaders in Springfield, about how he and a coalition of lawmakers and candidates are standing up Madigan's deceitful campaign tactics. Proft and Hughes also tackle some of the most pressing new issues in the city of Chicago, including the disastrous Chicago firefighters' pension fund and the entrance of Bill Daley in the mayoral race.


    WIND: Surprise: Democrats Still Unhappy About Ford Hearing Sep 26, 2018
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    Are FBI reports worth anything accord to Joe Biden? Will Democrats be able to focus on Ford instead of themselves? Since when does the Constitution ask for the FBI’s advise and consent on SCOTUS nominees? How can Trump keep Rosenstein on his team if he can’t trust him? Writer and columnist for the Washington Examiner, David Freddoso joins Dan and Amy to discuss.


    WIND: Who Will Have The Last Laugh? Sep 26, 2018
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    Was anyone laughing when Trump stated America is governed by Americans? Why is the left insulted by America First? What about Trump’s trade talk portion of the address? Has anyone received more federal/state money than Elon Musk? Chief Economist for CNN, Steve Moore joins Dan and Amy to discuss.


    WIND: Kavanaugh Circus Sep 24, 2018
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    Should we be open minded to Dr. Ford’s story and allegations? Are the Democrats showing their hypocrisy by dismissing Keith Ellison’s accusers? Should everyone right or left be aware of the tactics of the left and vote Republican in November? Diamond and Silk join Dan and Amy to discuss.


    WIND: Who's Swaying Our Elections? Sep 24, 2018
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    Why are any efforts to try and secure elections met with cries of racism and oppression? Why aren’t elections as secure as they can be? Is voter fraud the easiest crime to get away with? How much power do social media and internet giants like Google and Facebook have on elections? Research director at the Government Accountability Institute, Eric Eggers joins Dan and Amy to discuss.


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