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Ever wonder what happens when patriots confront the machinery of power? This episode dives deep into America's current political climate through a uniquely personal lens, beginning with Eric's surprisingly contentious Disney World vacation (who knew Mickey Mouse could be so political?) before tackling the substantial question on everyone's mind: How effective has Trump's first 100 days actually been?

We examine the administration's approach to immigration enforcement with its triage strategy focusing on removing criminal elements first, while questioning whether the promised defense of Second Amendment rights has materialized beyond "the bare minimum." As Eric puts it, "I'm not going to say they've done a fantastic job, but they haven't done a terrible job either."

The conversation takes a fascinating turn as we explore what happens when vocal critics of government institutions suddenly find themselves running those very systems. Have figures like Kash Patel and Dan Bongino encountered realities behind the curtain that have tempered their reform ambitions? "Can you really go back to that world once you're inside the belly of that whale?" Eric wonders.

Perhaps most compelling is our examination of tribalism in American society—how ideology increasingly dictates reality rather than evidence, and how difficult conversations are shut down through accusations rather than engaged through reason. "Hate is a very low rent emotion," Eric observes, highlighting how easily legitimate questions about power and influence get dismissed through character attacks rather than addressed on substance.

As we navigate these complex waters, we ultimately circle back to personal accountability in an age where blaming faceless institutions has become the path of least resistance. Join us for this unfiltered, thought-provoking discussion that challenges both right and left while inviting listeners to question their own certainties in pursuit of a more nuanced understanding of American liberty.

Link to Article:
ATF lied to convict sailor now serving 20 years in prison for selling legal gun parts
https://saf.org/special-report-atf-lied-to-convict-sailor-now-serving-20-years-in-prison-for-selling-legal-gun-parts/