Neal Boortz joined The Morning Xtra from Palm Springs and bounced between politics, sports, and life on the road in the Boortz bus. He shared his skepticism about politicians, blasted anti-billionaire rhetoric, criticized MARTA safety concerns ahead of major events in Atlanta, and weighed in on the Karmelo Anthony murder trial. The conversation also took several detours into seafood, avocados, NIL money changing high school sports, the luxury of bidets, pickleball, the United Nations, and California politics.

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Boortz discusses the Los Angeles mayoral election, criticizing the city's leadership and questioning why some voters continue to support incumbent politicians. He focuses on the concept of racial voting, citing research on voting patterns among different demographic groups and examining how race can influence electoral outcomes.

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Boortz reflects on life on the road and the overwhelming number of billboards advertising drugs and personal injury attorneys. He discusses his own background as a lawyer, criticizes what he sees as the commercialization of the legal profession, and argues that aggressive lawsuit advertising contributes to rising insurance costs and a growing culture of litigation.

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Boortz reflects on his longtime support for gay rights and discusses what he sees as changing public attitudes toward LGBTQ issues. Referencing recent polling, he argues that growing debates over topics like Pride events, drag queen story hours, and gender identity are contributing to a shift in public opinion and a broader cultural backlash.

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Boortz contrasts immigration policies under Biden and Trump, arguing that border security measures can be implemented without broader immigration reform. He discusses changes in migration projections, asylum policies, and deportation efforts, while criticizing opposition to immigration enforcement and examining the political debate surrounding border security.

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Boortz questions the lack of excitement surrounding America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, wondering why there are so few major celebrations planned across the country. He discusses Donald Trump’s efforts to organize a national event, reflects on declining patriotism, and argues that many Americans no longer share the same appreciation for the nation’s history and accomplishments.

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Boortz shares concerns about crime, public safety, and law enforcement policies in Atlanta. He criticizes media coverage of so-called "teen takeovers," discusses private security measures in Buckhead, and argues that overcrowded jails and reduced enforcement of lower-level offenses could encourage more criminal behavior.

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Boortz talks about frustrating corporate decisions that he believes make everyday experiences worse for customers and employees alike. From restaurants changing menu practices to resorts removing popular features, he shares examples of how large companies can become disconnected from common sense and customer preferences.

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Neal Boortz joined The Morning Xtra from somewhere west of the Continental Divide and covered everything from Georgia politics to taxes, transgender issues, Memorial Day controversies, and the ongoing conflict with Iran. Neal and the guys debated whether Georgia is trending permanently blue, why younger voters are talking about the Fair Tax again, and whether Marco Rubio or J.D. Vance is better positioned for the future of the Republican Party. The conversation eventually turned into a fiery back-and-forth on Iran, with Neal arguing the U.S. should stop dragging its feet and fully commit to ending the threat posed by the Iranian regime.

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Boortz shares frustrations from a road trip across the Southwest, focusing on the overwhelming number of billboards advertising personal injury attorneys. He argues that aggressive legal advertising encourages unnecessary lawsuits, contributes to higher insurance costs, and fuels a broader culture of litigation in America.

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