Fiscal Responsibility, Federalism and the Fight for Critical Thinking
Firing Lane23 Joulu 2024

Fiscal Responsibility, Federalism and the Fight for Critical Thinking

In this episode of Firing Lane, we tackle the tangled web of modern political discourse, starting with the lazy arguments surrounding presidential coattails and their overstated influence on down-ballot races. From there, we dive into the brilliance of Federalism as a guiding principle for addressing America’s most pressing challenges, including runaway budgets and the national debt. We discuss the potential of an Article V Convention of States to restore balance to a federal government that has become overly centralized and unresponsive. Finally, we expose the dire consequences of a lack of critical thinking in public debates, from dismissing nuanced issues to perpetuating fiscal irresponsibility. Join me, Croaky Caiman, as we connect the dots between intellectual rigor, effective governance, and the Federalist solutions we desperately need to secure the future of our Republic.

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in this episode of Firing Lane, Croaky debunk the myth that Donald Trump single-handedly overturned Roe v. Wade highlighting the decades, long effort of the pro-life movement that truly made the Dobbs...

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Making A Statesman: Why We Need More Like Ron DeSantis

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29 Elo 20241h 54min

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28 Elo 20249min

The Cure We Deserve: Why Trump’s Exit Could Save Conservatism

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I sometimes give the analogy that Trump is a cancer on the Republican Party. Here, I explain why and how we can make it through this difficult time.

28 Elo 20248min

The Fatal Folley of Attacking Kamala Harris From the Left

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28 Elo 202412min

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A recorded space discussing with people the current state of politics in the USA from 8/26/24. It drops out around the 20 min mark and restarts.

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27 Elo 20243h 4min

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