Liberty Justice Center attorney Reilly Stephens explains why they are suing to stop a surveillance system in Illinois that is placing cameras along the highways around the state. The discussion includes reasons what happens with this lawsuit could affect other parts of the country.

This conversation originally aired on NewsTalk STL in St Louis.

For more information: https://libertyjusticecenter.org/pressrelease/liberty-justice-center-lawsuit-challenges-illinois-highway-cameras-mass-surveillance-scheme/

The American Conservative columnist James Pinkerton discusses his recent article on the possibility of the Biden Administration allowing refugees from the Gaza region to come to the US amid the was between Hamas and Israel.

For more information: https://www.theamericanconservative.com/coming-to-america-what-if-that-gaza-pier-is-a-two-way-street/

Among the great writers and philosophers in America's conservative movement is Russell Kirk (1918-1994). Now, the center that bears his name is launching a School Of Conservative Studies. In this discussion, the Russell Kirk Center's Jeffrey Nelson explains why the Center built the project, why they believe it's needed, and what they hope to accomplish with it.

For more information: https://kirkcenter.org/scs/

For hundreds of thousands of families, competitive travel sports teams are a goal, expense, and emotional pressure-cooker all at the same time. In a recent article, Dr Anthony Bradley observes that the environment could be counterproductive to the goals parents may have when it comes to life lessons. In this discussion, Bradley explains how he came to that conclusion and what he recomments as a better approach.

For more information: https://anthonybbradley.substack.com/p/chasing-perfection-how-youth-sports

RedState's Brandon Morse assesses the 2024 presidential race from the perspective of the "other" candidates. Arguably the largest third party in the country is the Libertarian Party. As Morse explains, the LP (and other third parties) could be competitive and effective for their cause but remains irrelevant.

For more information: https://redstate.com/brandon_morse/2024/05/27/if-the-libertarian-party-was-libertarian-it-would-win-elections-n2174723#google_vignette

Michigan State University law professor Adam Candeub assesses the recent Supreme Court unanimous ruling in the NRA vs Vullo case. While the National Rifle Association was the plaintiff in the case, it was not about guns or the Second Amendment directly. It was more about First Amendment rights and whether government officials can use their positions to pressure businesses into conducting business (or not) in a specific way.

 Form more information about Prof Candeub: https://www.law.msu.edu/faculty_staff/profile.php?prof=370

For more information about the case: https://www.scotusblog.com/2024/05/supreme-court-rules-for-nra-in-first-amendment-dispute/

A controversial article in the Washington Times challenges the conventioonal thinking many people have when it comes to supporting children when they struggle emotionally. Dr. Everett Piper argues that parents are turning to therapists too quickly, too early, and often needlessly when they (the parents) should be the ones leading their children, especially when there are struggles. He discusses the article and his reasons for challenging the common narrative about therapy in this discussion.

For more information: https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/apr/10/everett-piper-is-asked-whether-parents-should-be-s/#:~:text=The%20answer%20is%20no%21%20The%20current%20trend%20of,to%20help%20children%20with%20everyday%20challenges%20is%20unhealthy.

A recent survey from Bankrate.com shows how many Americans do not feel like they are successful when it comes to personal finances and financial goals. What might surprise some is the percentage who say they don't think they can achieve financial success in the years ahead. Bankrate's Sarah Foster analyzes the results of the survey and offers advice.

For more information: https://www.bankrate.com/banking/savings/financial-success-survey/

NewsMax TV host Carl Higbie discusses his book, Profiles In Freedom. The book profiles the stories of 19 people Higbie says exemplifies some of the best characteristics of America.

This conversation originally aired on NewsTalk STL in St Louis

For more information: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?linkCode=kpd&ref_=k4w_oembed_CwfzumCoi1csey&asin=1630062286&tag=newstalkstl0f-20&amazonDeviceType=A2CLFWBIMVSE9N&from=Bookcard&preview=newtab&reshareId=8S6YZRJ5HF5VPM9C2ZDF&reshareChannel=system

The FDA has formally started the process to reschedule cannabis/marijuana into a different classification that moves away from complete criminalization. In this discussion, the R Street Institute's Jillian Snider explains why that first step matters, why she feels there are more changes needed to federal policy on the substance, and what should come next.

For more information: https://www.rstreet.org/commentary/cannabis-rescheduling-winning-the-battle-but-not-the-war/