A Republic To Keep
Season 2
Texas Heartbeat Act In The Courts
Us National Debt
Critical Race Theory
US-Mexico Border
Season 1
by Liam Bower
This week, our panel discussion focuses on the Texas Heartbeat Act, which allows private citizens to sue anyone assisting a women getting an abortion after a fetal heartbeat can be detected. Topics discussed include the Act's enforcement mechanism, the legacy of Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, and how the US should address the issue of abortion.
The episode gives background on the current battle over the United States debt ceiling and engages in a panel discussion about the US national debt. Panel debates questions such as: How should we deal with the debt ceiling? Is the national debt a problem? How should we handle the debt in the future? What have our political parties done to contribute to the debt?
This week our panel discusses Critical Race Theory (CRT) in US education. The merits of CRT, whether or not it should be allowed in school, and ways to move forward in discussing race and history are reviewed.
A discussion about the recent immigration crises underneath the Acuña-Del Rio Bridge. The panel reviews the causes of the crises, the larger increase in immigration along the border, and possible solutions to fix the United States immigration system.
A panel discussion about gun violence and gun laws in the United States. Topics covered include firearm homicides, mass shootings, background checks, an assault weapons ban, red flag laws, mental health, and gun licensing.
A discussion about the recent increase of unaccompanied minors arriving at the US-Mexico border and the United States' response. The panel also discusses possible border and immigration reforms.
A panel discussion about cancel culture in society, government, and on college campuses in the United States.
A discussion about the new voting laws being introduced in the United States in both federal and state legislatures since the 2020 General Election.
A discussion about the United States distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine, as of February 27 2021, as well as the implications of US vaccine policy at home and abroad.
A review and discussion about the current debate to raise the United States minimum wage to $15 per hour.