Sep 12, 2019
Good morning from Washington, where critics pummel President Trump over his foreign policy. But the president doesn’t apologize for promoting individual freedom and national sovereignty, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo tells our Nolan Peterson. House conservatives have a new leader, Rachel del Guidice reports. On the podcast, our guest traces her journey from getting an abortion to advancing the pro-life movement. Plus: Virginia Allen on volunteers committed to helping Baltimore, and Star Parker on what Trump has done for black Americans. On this date in 1974, white residents of Boston hurl eggs, bricks, and bottles at school buses carrying black children as a court-ordered plan to integrate schools goes into effect.
“I and President Trump have a very different take” from President Obama, says Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. “Every place we go, America is a force for good. I believe that with all my heart.”
Black Americans Are Doing Great Under Trump
Black unemployment is at an all-time low at 5.5%. The gap between black and white unemployment is also an all-time low.
She Had an Abortion at 19. Now She Helps Lead the Pro-Life Movement.
“I knew that it would have to be fast because I was bonding. ...I was actually talking with my baby as I was walking. But I went into that facility because I didn't know where else to turn,” says Catherine Glenn Foster.
Andy Biggs, New Chairman of House Freedom Caucus, Vows to Fight for Conservatives
“We must fight against increased government spending and for a balanced budget. We must fight for border security and the elimination of all loopholes that incentivize illegal entry into this nation,” says Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz.
Yes, Border Patrol Arrests Are Down But Our Immigration Policies Still Need Work
The U.S. asylum system is easy to game. Many who enter illegally are able to pass the initial “credible fear” hearing and get released into the U.S. – but very few end up being granted asylum.
Volunteer Cleanup Day Aims to Inspire Hope in Baltimore
“I am here to clean up the city, which has been abandoned by political leaders. The city has just been left to crumble and decay,” says Greg Aselbekian.
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