Census Reform and Election Integrity Take Center Stage

On August 19, 2025, Kim Monson examines seismic shifts in federal election policy with investigative journalist Joshua Philipp, explores Colorado election integrity efforts with former state senator Kevin Lundberg, previews the upcoming special legislative session with Representative Scott Bottoms, and celebrates American patriotism with Navy and Marine Corps veteran Dave Bray.

Patriotism Through Music and Service

Start listening at 9:02 – Hour 1

Dave Bray, a Navy and Marine Corps veteran, shares his mission of inspiring patriotism through music. Bray founded “Music on a Mission” to pass on pride in faith and country to the next generation. He will perform at the USMC Memorial Foundation’s 48th anniversary celebration on August 23rd in Golden, Colorado.

Bray recounts the little-known story of Captain Daniel Bray, who acquired over 75 boats in a single night for George Washington’s crossing of the Delaware. This pivotal moment in American history enabled the Continental Army’s surprise attack at Trenton. Bray emphasizes that civic duty remains essential to preserving American freedom, urging listeners to support veterans’ memorials and engage in their communities.

“You have to step to the shoes of the patriots that came before you, the citizens and the civilian community that kept this country free for all these years has to be repopulated.”

Dave Bray, Navy and Marine Corps Veteran

Election Integrity Lawsuits Challenge Colorado’s Voting System

Start listening at 22:29 – Hour 1

Kevin Lundberg, former Colorado state senator and author of the Lundberg Report, analyzes two significant election integrity lawsuits filed in Colorado. The Unite for Freedom lawsuit, amended on August 4, 2025, details nearly 50 pages of alleged voter registration errors including duplicates, phantom registrations, and entries from dates when offices were closed.

Lundberg reveals that a prevalence study in Jefferson County found 6.1 percent of votes in the 2024 election were classified as inadmissible. He also previews the special legislative session beginning Thursday, warning that legislators will attempt to raise fees rather than reduce spending. The state’s fee burden has grown from approximately $100 per citizen 20 years ago to over $1,000 today as lawmakers circumvent TABOR restrictions.

“And I’ll just point blank say: any judge that doesn’t, doesn’t do their job and deal with these things in a very responsible and timely manner has become one of those bad actors.”

Kevin Lundberg, Former Colorado State Senator

Protecting Workers After Workplace Injuries

Start listening at 64:17 – Hour 2

Jon Boesen of Boesen Law explains critical steps workers must take after suffering workplace injuries. Insurance companies frequently challenge claims by arguing injuries did not occur on the job, making prompt written documentation essential. Workers should immediately report incidents via email to supervisors, HR, or management to establish a clear record.

Boesen notes that while the workers’ compensation system was designed to function without attorneys, insurance companies’ profit motives often lead them to dispute or deny legitimate claims. Early legal consultation helps injured workers avoid common pitfalls that can jeopardize their cases.

“One of the most common challenges to a work-related injury claim by an insurance carrier is that it didn’t happen on the job because some people wait.”

Jon Boesen, Attorney at Boesen Law

Trump’s Census and Election Reforms Could Reshape Congress

Start listening at 72:19 – Hour 2

Joshua Philipp, senior investigative reporter at the Epoch Times and host of Crossroads, breaks down President Trump’s planned executive order to eliminate mail-in ballots and voting machines in favor of paper ballots counted on election day. Trump’s lawyers are drafting the order following his meetings with foreign leaders who expressed concerns about election security.

Philipp explains how the census determines congressional apportionment, noting that counting illegal immigrants inflates representation in states with large undocumented populations. Some estimates suggest Democrats could lose between 10 and 40 House seats if illegal immigrants are excluded from census counts. He warns that flooding America with immigrants from collectivist cultures threatens the unique American character of self-governance and independence that distinguishes the nation from much of the world.

“The American character is very unique, and it’s very easily lost, I think, because the American character of independence also depends on the right to independence.”

Joshua Philipp, Senior Investigative Reporter, Epoch Times

Colorado Legislator Previews Special Session and Governor Race

Start listening at 101:29 – Hour 2

Scott Bottoms, Colorado state representative and gubernatorial candidate, provides an insider’s view of the special legislative session called by Governor Polis. The session, originally framed as addressing federal funding changes from the “big, beautiful bill,” will likely run five days rather than the typical three. Bottoms earned the highest rating from the Colorado Union of Taxpayers in 2025 with a 91 out of 100 score.

Bottoms reports surprising momentum for his gubernatorial campaign, with both Republicans and Democrats expressing frustration with current state leadership. Even Democrat lobbyists and donors acknowledge their party has overreached, predicting Republicans could sweep all four statewide offices in 2026. He criticizes House Bill 1309, which he claims allocated $500 million for services including transgender surgeries for illegal immigrants.

“People all over the state are saying we’re done with what is going on in our capital. We are done with this.”

Scott Bottoms, Colorado State Representative