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Vote Common Good is inspiring and mobilizing people of faith to make the common good their voting criteria. Tuesdays we talk Politics, Wednesdays we talk about how Faith should compel us to care about the Common Good, and Thursdays we talk Science, Space and Economics.
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A few years ago brothers-in-law Nick Brock and Shawn Skinner started doing the unthinkable at family gatherings – talking about politics and faith at the dinner table. While at times tense and cautious those conversations were filled with curiosity, nuance, grace, and humor. Wanting to lean into that experience they decided to start a podcast. Common Good Conversations is a weekly opportunity for Nick and Shawn to talk about the politics and faith of West Michigan by being curious, nuanced, ...
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Just One Good Thing is a daily podcast where we spotlight one good thing the Democrats have done to make our lives better, our future brighter, and our country stronger. This show answers the common Republican question: "Can you tell me just one good thing the Democrats have done to make America better?" Why stop at one? This limited series podcast debuted exactly 100 days before the 2024 election. Every day, seven days a week, we're going to share one awesome thing the Democrats have done t ...
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Lifelong evangelical and Christian media industries writer, publicist, producer, and agent Rebeca Seitz left the evangelical world after reading the Bible too much and taking it at its word. The Freevangelic podcast is where Rebeca covers topics related to leaving the evangelical life and welcomes various guests with insight thereon. From politics to parenting, belief to business, Rebeca authentically explores how to live into and find Truth.
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Are you feeling helpless, lost and afraid, like a cork tossed upon an angry sea? Are you disturbed by the state of society and culture? Are you dismayed by the loss of rights and freedoms you once took for granted? Are you done with social engineering, political correctness and indoctrination? Do you despair for your future, your children’s and grand children’s future? You are not alone. Take heart. The Richard Syrett Show, weekday afternoons on NewsTalk Sauga 960 AM, is a beacon of light an ...
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Keeping democracy alive Democracy is not a spectator sport, it requires informed participating citizens. On Keeping Democracy Alive, we delve into dynamics that both inhibit democracy and reinvigorate it. looking into issues from: domestic economic issues to foreign, labor, trade, and education policy, NSA spying, the drug war, prison, police, and judicial issues, electoral and protest politics, middle east realities, right and left wing populism, environmental and energy issues, the wealth ...
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Working in political reasearch and analytics it becomes apparent that the big news networks, our elected officials and even most independant sources don’t reallly represent most americans. Every day I have conversations with normal people who are more reasonable then you think. I want to bring you some of the highlights from those conversations as well as call out the common lies told by the representatives I must endure in the persuit of my career. Join me as I throw things at the wall to s ...
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Walking To Fix Our Democracy is a national effort to fix the structure and financing of our political system in order to provide proper representation for the common good of all Americans. It is coupled with a very long walk sparked by Rick Hubbard that began in Los Angeles on October 1st, 2022 and will link up with activists for events in communities and states en route, and finish with an event at the steps of our Capitol in Washington D.C. about 15 months later. Reasons to Fix Our Democra ...
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 26th, 2024 Elections Canada Hired Chinese Communist Party agents as poll workers in the 2021 campaign. https://www.blacklocks.ca/cannot-refute-mps-affidavit/ A Court precedent on password sharing is a “license for piracy,” warns a former assistant deputy trade minister https://www.blacklocks.ca/ruling-is-license-for-…
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In this episode, we explore how the Biden-Harris administration is prioritizing mental health services for Americans. The administration's strategy includes a $1.5 billion investment to expand the mental health workforce and improve access in underserved areas. Vice President Kamala Harris advocates for mental health, treating it as equally importa…
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In this episode, we discuss how the Biden-Harris administration is working to expand access to healthcare for all Americans by strengthening community health centers. This initiative includes a $6 billion investment to provide essential services such as primary care, dental care, mental health services, and preventative care, particularly for under…
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In this episode, we dive into how the Inflation Reduction Act is transforming coal country landscapes into hubs for clean energy with solar panels and wind turbines. The Biden-Harris administration's commitment to a green future is creating millions of good-paying jobs in clean energy sectors. Vice President Kamala Harris has been instrumental in h…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 23rd, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show RCMP lay terrorism charges on a suspect in the GTA https://tnc.news/2024/08/22/rcmp-terrorism-charges-suspect-gta/ Ross McLean – Crime and Security Specialist, Host of The McLean…
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In this episode, we talk about the Biden-Harris administration's efforts to protect America's natural treasures. President Biden restored protections for three national monuments that were reduced by the Trump administration: Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante in Utah, and the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument off the N…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 22nd, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show New Manitoba Senator Charles Adler is a hypocrite whose appointment should be rescinded https://www.rebelnews.com/senator_sellout_new_mb_senator_charles_adler_is_a_hypocrite_whos…
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Since at least 2016, the Democratic policy has been driven by big contributors, yielding rural voters to Trump who at least pretended to hear them. With Minnesota Governor Tim Walz nominated as VP for Harris, middle America people who had The post With Walz, Can Democrats Win Back Rural America? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…
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In this LifeBeat feature, host Anna Pluymert, Director of Education and Communications, and Danny Earl, Content Contributor and Events Coordinator, take a deep dive into the history of Women·s Equality Day, including prominent women who helped pioneer the women·s suffrage movement like Susan B. Anthony. Anna and Danny compare the original feminists…
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In this episode, we discuss Vice President Kamala Harris's determined efforts to protect reproductive rights following the overturning of Roe v. Wade. We highlight her nationwide tour, Fight for Reproductive Freedoms, where she worked to showcase the negative impacts of abortion bans and build a coalition to restore these rights. The episode contra…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 21st, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show DNC – National Convention - Day Two David Freiheit aka Viva Frei Lawyer, YouTuber, Compulsive Content Creator, Cool Dad… Viva Frei on YouTube, Rumble, and Viva Barnes Law dot Loc…
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Every Wednesday until Election Day, Vote Common Good's Political Director, Robb Ryerse, will be sitting down with some of the extraordinary, ordinary Americans running for office. Today's guest is Joe Salerno who is running for U.S. House of Representatives in New Jersey's 2nd District https://joesalernoforcongress.com/ To see if there's a Common G…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 20th, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show Drop Adler Say First Nations https://www.blacklocks.ca/drop-adler-say-first-nations/ I Am Not To Blame, Says Saks https://www.blacklocks.ca/i-am-not-to-blame-says-saks/ Tom Korsk…
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Colonialism: Now it’s called corporate globalization. As the energy appetite of the west continues to accelerate, so does extractivism, without the consent of the people directly affected. In this revealing discussion, Professor Avi Chomsky explodes the many myths we white The post Avi Chomsky: 21st Century Colonialism and Extractivism appeared fir…
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In this episode, we discuss the historic Respect for Marriage Act signed by President Biden in December 2022. This landmark legislation mandates federal recognition of same-sex and interracial marriages, overturning the outdated Defense of Marriage Act and ensuring that states cannot invalidate these marriages. The episode contrasts the Biden-Harri…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 19th, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show Canada’s Debt is “Much Worse” than the Government Lets on: Study https://tnc.news/2024/08/19/canadas-debt-is-much-worse/ Jake Fuss, Director of Fiscal Studies for the Fraser Inst…
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In this episode, we discuss the Justice40 initiative by the Biden-Harris administration, which aims to deliver 40% of federal investments in climate and clean energy to disadvantaged communities. We illustrate the importance of strategic investments in areas like clean air, water, energy, job training, affordable housing, and critical infrastructur…
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Doug Pagitt sits down with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and poet Eliza Griswold to talk about her new book, Circle of Hope: A Reckoning with Love, Power, and Justice in an American Church. They are joined by Shane and Katie Claiborne who were part of the early Circle of Hope community. "Through generational rifts, an increasingly politicized r…
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In this episode, we discuss the historic investments made by the Biden-Harris administration to support mining communities across the United States. With Kamala Harris running for president alongside Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, the Democrats are reinforcing their commitment to revitalizing these areas. The administration has announced up to $475 m…
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In this episode, we explore the Biden-Harris administration's new cybersecurity labeling program aimed at protecting American consumers by ensuring smart devices meet stringent security standards. This initiative is designed to enhance consumer trust and security for the growing number of smart devices in households. Here is a fact-checking link yo…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 16th, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show Canadians should take note, English rioters may have a point https://www.westernstandard.news/opinion/hannaford-canadians-should-take-note-english-rioters-may-have-a-point/56952 …
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In this LifeBeat episode, host Anna Pluymert, Director of Education and Communications, and Danny Earl, Content Contributor and Events Coordinator, provide information on MiGen Leads to help students gear up for back-to-school. They also provide information on RLM·s Life Lessons, 13 lessons that teachers can use to instill the value of life. Anna a…
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In this episode, we discuss how the Biden-Harris administration has significantly strengthened military ties with Asian allies to counter growing Chinese threats. By enhancing security alliances with Japan, increasing cooperation with the Philippines, and fostering unity, the administration effectively stands up to China's aggressive tactics. In co…
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The Richard Syrett Show August 15th, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show Class action lawsuit proposed against B.C. government over safe supply drug program https://globalnews.ca/news/10699432/class-action-lawsuit-bc-government-safe-supply-drug-program…
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The ideal breeding ground for the Covid virus: A place where people were forced to have constant close contact with each other and with the wider community. In other words: prisons. You know how awful it was for us on The post Jails and Prisons Were a Hotbed of Covid. Needlessly. appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…
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In this episode, we dive into how the Biden-Harris administration is tackling hidden junk fees that cost Americans billions each year. The discussion highlights efforts to cap credit card late fees, eliminate overdraft fees, and increase transparency in concert tickets and hotel bookings. We contrast these actions with the previous administration's…
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The Richard Syrett Show August 14th, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show Canada’s politics are growing more and more Americanized—and Trudeau’s Liberal Party is the worst offender https://thehub.ca/2024/08/09/elie-cantin-nantel-trudeaus-liberals-are-am…
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Every Wednesday until Election Day, Vote Common Good's Political Director, Robb Ryerse, will be sitting down with some of the extraordinary, ordinary Americans running for office. Today's guest is Michelle Higgs who is running for Indiana House, district 60. https://voteformichellehiggs.com To see if there's a Common Good Candidate in your area, ch…
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In this episode, we discuss the Biden-Harris administration's creation of the first-ever White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention in September 2023 and its significance in addressing the gun violence epidemic. We also explore how this initiative, overseen by Vice President Kamala Harris, implements key strategies like the Safer States Initiati…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 13th, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show The War Against Hamas Capt. Elkana (Kuno) Cohen is an Israeli reserve commando and author of OCT 7: The War Against Hamas Through the Eyes of an Israeli Commando Officer https://…
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Doug Pagitt, Robb Ryerse and Dan Deitrich discuss the week's political headlines including Donald Trump's glitch-plagued livestream interview with Elon Musk on the platform formerly known as Twitter. Doug Pagitt is the Executive Director and one of the founders of Vote Common Good. He is also a pastor, author, and social activist. @pagitt Robb Ryer…
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We were taught in elementary school that every vote counts in America. But as we all know the 2016 winner of the popular vote did not become president. The truth is the presidential candidates will spend a billion dollars this The post Make the Winner of the Popular Vote President appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…
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In this episode, the discussion focuses on how the Biden-Harris administration facilitated the approval of the first over-the-counter birth control pill in the U.S., Opil, to safeguard women's reproductive rights. Contrasting this move against the barriers imposed during the Trump administration, the episode emphasizes the Democrats' consistent eff…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 12th, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show Senior citizen has accounts terminated by Scotiabank apparently for criticizing DEI policy https://www.rebelnews.com/senior_citizen_has_accounts_terminated_by_scotiabank_apparent…
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In this episode, we delve into the Biden-Harris Administration's recent policy change expanding overtime pay eligibility. Starting July 1, 2023, salaried workers making less than $44,000 a year are now eligible for overtime pay, a threshold set to increase to $59,000 next year. This significant policy shift benefits millions of American workers, en…
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In today's episode, we dive into the Biden-Harris administration's landmark legislation to cap insulin prices at $35 per month for seniors on Medicare, aimed at alleviating the financial strain of diabetes. We contrast this comprehensive and mandatory cap with the limited and voluntary measures enacted during the Trump administration. We discuss th…
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In this episode, we discuss the importance of Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday in the United States. Passed as the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, and signed into law on June 17th, 2021, this act recognizes the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and highlights a pivotal moment in American history. We also address the differen…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 9th, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show Port Coquitlam mayor calls on authorities to 'take action' against local imam who called for annihilation of Jews https://www.westernstandard.news/news/watch-poco-mayor-calls-on-a…
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In this LifeBeat episode, host Anna Pluymert, Director of Education/Communications, and Danny Earl, Content Contributor and Events Coordinator, highlight a new Gallup poll shows Americans support Euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide at an alarming. They also discuss new stats that illustrate that 61% of women felt coerced into an abortion. The…
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Today we discuss the Biden-Harris administration's commitment to appointing a diverse group of judges, including Ketanji Brown Jackson as the first black woman Supreme Court Justice. We contrast this with Trump's record of appointing only white Supreme Court justices. Emphasizing the importance of diversity in the judiciary for better decision-maki…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 8th, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show B.C. government buried damning report on safer supply diversion https://nationalpost.com/opinion/as-good-as-giving-drug-users-cash-b-c-government-buries-report-on-safer-supply-opi…
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Make America great “again?” What does that phrase assume? Our guest today, retired Lt Col. William Astore served 20 years in the military. No, he’s not a stereotypical macho militarist, far from it. He says our “full spectrum global empire” The post The Term “MAGA” Acknowledges US Empire is Over appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…
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In this episode, we discuss the Biden and Harris administration's efforts to increase funding for public schools and historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). We explore the positive impacts of this funding on student outcomes, particularly for low-income and minority students. We contrast these efforts with the previous administration'…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 7th, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show THE SMART MONEY Market Crash Recap https://www.express.co.uk/news/world/1932069/stock-market-crash-live-financial-crisis Does The Recent Stock Market Dive Indicate A Recession In …
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Every Wednesday until Election Day, Vote Common Good's Political Director, Robb Ryerse, will be sitting down with some of the extraordinary, ordinary Americans running for office. Today's guest is Caitlin Draper who is running for U.S. House in Arkansas 3rd district. https://caitlinforarkansas.com To see if there's a Common Good Candidate in your a…
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In this episode, we delve into the Democrats' support for unions and their advocacy for the PRO Act, aimed at strengthening workers' rights. The discussion highlights the historical significance of unions in America, as well as the current political landscape where Democrats like Kamala Harris are fighting to protect labor rights against Republican…
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The Richard Syrett Show, August 6th, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show Liberal MP Sponsors Anti-Israel Petitions https://www.blacklocks.ca/sponsors-anti-israel-petitions/ The military is reviewing minimum “medical requirements” for new recruits https…
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We assume our picture of romance and marriage has always been there, but according to our guest author and professor Sabrina Strings, it was invented in the 12th century as a myth about Sir Lancelot. Marriage was about power, domination, The post White Male Supremacists Fear and Hate it But “Romance” and Nuclear Families Aren’t the Only Option appe…
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In this episode, we discuss the Biden administration's reversal of the Trump-era transgender military ban and their support for the Equality Act to protect LGBTQ plus individuals from discrimination. We dive into the Trump administration's controversial and discriminatory policies and the efforts to restore civil rights for all, including the impac…
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