Issues & Ideas: News Commentary & Analysis With Chris DeBello

Join us for expert honest analysis and commentary about today's politics, news, economy, healthcare and current events.
 
(00:00) The details about the SAVE America Act and how it's a part of the threat to the right to vote is explained.

(10:43) Steve Swedberg, Finance & Monetary Policy Analyst with the Competitive Enterprise Institute, discusses the reasons for higher food prices, whether price controls are a solution and what lies ahead for the U.S. economy.

(22:27) Alleigh Marre, Founder and Executive Director of the American Parents Coalition, tells how a lack of price transparency by hospitals and healthcare providers results in financial debt for families and how the Parents Need Prices campaign is responding and empowering families.

(33:02) Former ABC News Science Editor Dr. Michael Guillen shares how he went from being an atheist to understanding how science proves the existence of God which is the focus of his upcoming documentary The Invisible Everywhere being released on April 8.

(47:49) Chris DeBello looks at how the Bible teaches the importance of proper focus in Faith.

Join us for conversations, expert analysis, insight and commentary about today's politics, news, economy and current events including the latest regarding the war in Iran.
 
(00:00) The claims versus the facts regarding the SAVE America Act and whether there's an actual need for the legislation are examined.

(08:00) Cybersecurity attorney Lisa Sotto, partner with the firm Hunton, Andrews, Kurth LLP and former DHS data privacy official, explains the paths Iran can take to launch cyberattacks in America along with steps companies and individuals need to take to prevent them.

(18:56) Former CIA operative Tim Beard offers ideas about the importance of awareness of surroundings and priorities to rely on when confronted by threats and dangerous times at home and abroad.

(34:07) Olympic and champion pro boxer Danny O'Connor tells how a decades long eating disorder impacted his career, threatened his life as well as how he's created an online platform for men with eating disorders and how he's still involved with boxing via the DO Boxing Academy.

(49:32) Chris DeBello looks at what the Bible teaches and warns about Blind Faith.

Join us for conversations, analysis, insight and commentary about today's politics, news, economy and current events.
 
(00:00) An examination of recent words by Pete Hegseth and Karoline Leavitt which reveals their true feeling about U.S. troops.

(05:01) Stefano Ritondale, Chief Intelligence Officer with Artorias, gives his analysis of the current conditions with the war in Iran, how a changing stated purpose weighs on strategy and what lies ahead regarding boots on the ground and other actions.

(16:25) Erik Cruz Morales, Director Of Democracy with the League Of Women Voters NJ, discusses the efforts by the DOJ to gain access to voter rolls in New Jersey and 28 other states, how states are pushing back and why voters should care.

(29:24) Justin Fischer, Automotive Analyst with CarEdge, examines what the rising cost of gas can mean for the EV and Hybrid vehicle markets and how consumers can benefit.

(40:16) Jamie and Tracy Parent share their experiences raising their autistic son, how their home and careers were impacted, how parents can find the information and services that help best and how they hope their new book will provide strength and guidance for families.

(51:53) Chris DeBello reveals how recent gospel teachings given by military officers to troops are actually false teachings about the End Times.

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight and honesty.
 
(00:00) William Angus with the No ICE North Jersey Alliance discusses the chain of events and lack of actions by local New Jersey politicians which resulted in ICE purchasing a large warehouse complex in northwest NJ for a new immigrant detention center despite the objections of area residents.

(20:51) Attorney Benjamin Krause tells how previous federal policies have been changed which has lead to U.S. military veterans who have served and have been wounded in battle being deported by ICE.

(31:09) Recent actions and considerations including a proposed executive order declaring a national emergency related to elections by the Trump Administration are examined.

(34:14) Jennie Pu, Director of the Hoboken NJ Public Library, explains how the growth of popularity for E-Books has created greater costs for libraries due to rights agreements and costs set by publishers which limit access to the books people want to read most.

(46:37) Chris DeBello looks at what sheep represent in the Bible for Christians.

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) An examination of recent words by Kristi Noem about voting and the concerns they create about the future of free and fair elections in America.

(07:03) Attorney Gregory Gianforcaro reacts to the decision by the Camden New Jersey Catholic Diocese to settle legal action brought by victims of rape by priests and what this action could mean for other victims of sex abuse by priests.

(17:19) Robbin Caruso with the tax firm Prager Metis shares tax filing tips, explains the changes to tax deductions along with getting refunds and when having a tax accountant is needed.

(31:06) Brandon Arnold, Executive VP with the American Taxpayers Union, discusses the state and growth of the federal debt, the long-term effects a growing debt would have on the American economy as well programs including Social Security and why it matters to Americans.

(44:37) Chris DeBello reveals what the Bible teaches about those who try to divide and the ways to battle those who seek to divide.

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) A look back at Pam Bondi's congressional committee testimony about the Jeffrey Epstein files and the message Bondi's words sent to victims of Epstein and human trafficking.

(07:20) Dahlia Edidin Locke with World Without Exploitation reacts to Pam Bondi's congressional committee testimony about the Jeffrey Epstein files, what it revealed about the DOJ investigation and what's important to understand about the victims of trafficking.

(21:50) Dr. Carol Osborne shares tips on how to keep pets healthy and safe during cold weather and the warning signs to watch out for.

(34:00) Dr. Ben Young discusses the FDA's rejection of a flu vaccine, how rare this is along with what's influencing decisions like this and the potential impact all of this could have on healthcare.

(46:03) Chris DeBello looks at how the Bible instructs about godly and ungodly teaching from the pulpit.

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) A Congressional committee hearing from this past week, which Republicans did not attend, with victims of ICE testifying about being shot and threatened is discussed.

(10:51) Stephen Willeford, spokesperson with Gun Owners Of America, reacts to how the 2nd Amendment has been attacked in the aftermath of the Alex Pretti homicide by ICE as ICE supporters attempt to defend their actions.

(24:49) The call by Donald Trump to nationalize elections versus what the U.S. Constitution establishes is examined.

(30:14) Professor Pete Simi, Sociology Professor at Chapman University, reveals how Donald Trump and other government officials are sharing comments and ideas with roots and history in extremism, bigotry and hate.

(43:47) Chris DeBello looks at how the Bible addresses the continued hate being expressed in the aftermath of the deaths by ICE of Alex Pretti and Rene Nicole Good.

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) The responses and reactions to the shooting death of Alex Pretti by ICE officers are reviewed.

(06:23) William Watkins, Research Fellow with the Independent Institute, tells why understanding original intent is vital to understanding the U.S. Constitution and how the Constitution applies regarding several current events.

(20:41) Casey Norman, Litigation Council with the New Civil Liberties Alliance, presents the details of how civilians lose rights when local police team with federal law enforcement and whether current law permits this.

(32:50) Former CIA operative Tim Beard shares easy to do habits and actions for greater awareness of dangerous situations and bring about increased personal safety.

(46:07) Chris DeBello presents what the Bible teaches about lies, liars and the ignorance of lies.

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) Laws that address keeping pet dogs outside during cold and snowy weather along with the penalties for failure to follow them.

(03:13) Dina Mottola Jaborska, Executive Director of NJ Citizen Action, reacts to Executive Orders by NJ Governor Mikie Sherrill designed to address the high cost of electricity and whether they'll have any meaningful impact.

(16:48) Tomasz Nadrowski, portfolio manager with Amvest Capital, shares how China became the dominant world force in rare earth minerals, how that dominance has impacted the rest of the world and how the U.S. needs to respond.

(29:36) Donald Trump's time at the World Economic Forum and the claims he made this past week are revisited.

(33:27) Asaf Romirowsky, Executive Director of Scholars For Peace In The Middle East and Executive Director of the Association For The Study Of The Middle East & Africa, shares his analysis of and his concerns about the Gaza Board Of Peace.

(46:29) Chris DeBello reveals what the Bible teaches about speaking out about evil versus staying silent.

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.

(00:00) A look at the meeting between Donald Trump, the Venezuelan opposition leader and her attempt to win favor with Trump.

(01:25) Law professor Emmanuel Mauleon explains the Constitutional law which applies and needs to be followed regarding the investigation of the murder of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis by ICE officer Jonathan Ross.

(13:13) Professor Alain Sanders discusses the history and process of impeachment along with how it's applied to others in federal office besides the President which in a current effort involves DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.

(26:05) Chris DeBello shares how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. lived the Word of God through his work and speeches.

(32:39) A look at recent comments made by someone of note about the Civil Rights Act and why it reveals the need for the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today.

(36:28) Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s speech The Other America from April 14, 1967