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For fifty years the WWII missions of the Carpetbaggers were classified. A rebroadcast of Kim's interview with WWII veteran Bill Becker, who flew B-24 bombers painted black on low-altitude missions, dropping supplies and spies behind enemy lines in support of the resistance against the Germans.
What is the proper role of government? Author Michael Hancock discusses his article When Government Stops Governing. Mitch Vexler with Dallas based Mockingbird Properties connects the dots between real estate appraisals and out of control property taxes, sharing updates on his case regarding appraisals, a real estate appraiser, and taking the case to the Supreme Court. Plus we'll talk with State Farm agent Roger Mangan and Payton Waggoner with Mint Financial Strategies.
Under a recently released federal proposal, Arizona, California, and Nevada would face water cuts from the Colorado River. Natural resources expert Greg Walcher discusses the real world outcomes from this proposal. Constitutional expert Rob Natelson addresses yet another First Amendment case headed to the Supreme Court where Colorado is charged with violating the Constitution's First Amendment. Plus we'll talk with Jon Boesen with Boesen Law.
Greedy, greedy, greedy. Colorado PBIs (Politicians, Bureaucrats, and Interested Parties) will be on Coloradans' November ballot coercing you to pay more in taxes, give up your TABOR (Taxpayers Bill of Rights) refunds, and fund their special projects. Engaged citizen Mike Rawluk shares updates on Prop 308 and more. Rancher Trent Loos sheds light on the recent developments that affect our food sources. Plus mortgage specialist Lorne Levy and Carl Jones with Radiance Power.
There appears to be a meteoric rise of young Democratic Socialists (DSAs) in America. How are socialism and communism related? Brad Beck shares his thoughts about the message of the DSA. Producer Luke and Producer Joe continue our book review of Karl Marx's Communist Manifesto. Mark Ericksen with Tradition Spice discusses the history of the spice trade. RE/MAX realtor Karen Levine continues the conversation regarding space and density.
The Douglas County Federation of Teachers has asked the Douglas County, Colorado Board of Education to recognize them and engage in collective bargaining. Director of Employer Engagement with the Freedom Foundation Cortney Salt offers a better alternative. Susan Kokinda discusses the work and goals of Promethean Action. Owner of Spartan Defense and candidate for Colorado Senate District 4 Teddy Collins shares updates regarding your 2nd Amendment Rights.
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