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The Daily Signal

Dec 25, 2018

 

Good morning from Washington, where the shutdown continues. This Christmas Eve, we have the heartwarming story of how one man, thanks to the efforts of a Christian organization, is getting back on his feet after losing it all. At the end of last week, President Trump signed a monumental criminal justice reform bill. John Malcolm and John-Michael Seibler break down why this is a conservative victory. Plus: Jim Phillips on what we need to know about the new Syria approach, and Lee Edwards recounts Ronald Reagan’s Christmas wisdom. We wish you and your families a merry Christmas. We’ll be back Wednesday.

 

 

 

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Colorado Is Still Trying to Destroy Jack Phillips

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