Republican's Messaging Problems

Republican's Messaging Problems

Author: Dan Proft March 6, 2026 Duration: 2:32:57

0:30 - John Anthony fills in for Dan Proft 

11:50 - Mark Wayne Mullen to replace Noem 

34:21 - Republican messaging problems 

51:23 - Senior Pastor at 180 Church in Detroit, Lorenzo Sewell: This isn’t about donkeys vs elephants, it’s about good vs evil. For more on Pastor Sewell and 180 Church - 180church.cc

01:11:44 - California licensed social worker Pamela Garfield-Jaeger, known as “The Truthful Therapist,” argues that “gender distress” is often a symptom of deeper issues and a way some people avoid the fear of growing up. Pamela is also the author of  A Practical Response to Gender Distress: Tips and Tools for Families and the children’s book Froggy Girl 

01:30:34 - RNC Co-Chair KC Crosbie says the midterms will shape policy for years to come — reminding voters that elections have consequences. Follow KC on X @kc4gop

01:49:25 - Jason Brodsky, policy director at United Against Nuclear Iran and non-resident scholar at the Middle East Institute, says the Trump administration didn’t start a war with Iran — it’s ending one Iran began in 1979. Follow Jason on X @JasonMBrodsky

02:05:20 - Open Mic Friday!

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