Episode 78: Isaac Richey (Part II)

Episode 78: Isaac Richey (Part II)

Author: Walk the Talk America September 26, 2023 Duration: 1:48:53
A year after first appearing on the show to tell us about being victimized by the New York SAFE Act, US Army Veteran Isaac Richey returns to give an update on the injunctive releif lawsuit he has filed against the State of New York. The ins and outs of the story are enough to make any reasonable person's blood boil, but hope exists for all those who cherish freedom and respect the rule of law, as Isaac shares his optimistic take on his story. If successful, his legal action could send a messa...

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