Episode 173: Crazy Legislative News: So Much Money In Santa Fe Even The Beavers Are Getting Rich!
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In This Episode:
- New Mexico’s Budget Insanity
- The state budget is bigger than ever with record surpluses, yet lawmakers are raising energy taxes by $450 million.
- Meanwhile, they just allocated $3.5 million for… beavers?! Yes, you read that right. With all this extra money, why aren’t they helping working families instead of funding the world’s largest rodent?
- Mark breaks down how legislators continue to prioritize government control and crushing regulationsinstead of supporting small businesses.
- Trump vs. Zelensky in the Oval Office
- The Trump-Zelensky face-off was pure theater, and we make the case that there’s only one real path to peace.
- Krysty explains why Zelensky’s failure to use an interpreter hurt his message—and how it could impact the war effort.
- Meanwhile, polling shows the American people overwhelmingly agree with Trump’s position.
- Trump’s Biggest Problem on the Horizon: The Economy
- With looming tariffs and massive debt refinancing, Trump’s upcoming address to Congress on Tuesday is a must-watch moment.
- We warn that if anything is going to be a major issue for Trump in 2024, it’s the economy—and he better get ahead of it now.
- The Girl Scout Cookie Showdown
- A doctor confronted Girl Scouts, offering to buy all their cookies—just to throw them away!
- We react to whether this guy is a health-conscious hero or just a massive buzzkill.
This episode is jam-packed with hard-hitting analysis, jaw-dropping government waste, and the biggest political and economic issues shaping the country.
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Chapters
1. Introduction to the Concept of Up vs. Down (00:00:00)
2. The Problem with Traditional Political Labels (00:05:30)
3. Embracing an Upward Perspective (00:08:50)
4. Personal Stories and Experiences (00:12:10)
5. The Political Landscape Today (00:21:40)
6. The Role of Communication in Politics (00:30:30)
7. Recap of Key Takeaways (00:56:30)
8. Closing Thoughts and Transition (01:00:00)
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