America's Roundtable - Episodes Tagged with “Accountability”

America's Roundtable with Senator Marsha Blackburn | Calls for Investigation into Biden-Harris Administration's FBI Spying on 8 U.S. Senators | Government Shutdown | Reducing Crime in American Cities | Economic Reforms

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

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Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn, senior senator for Tennessee and the first woman to represent the Volunteer State in the United States Senate. She serves on the Deputy Whip Team and is a member of the Finance Committee; the Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee; the Veterans’ Affairs Committee; and the Judiciary Committee.

Senator Marsha Blackburn serves as the Ranking Member on the Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety, and Data Security and on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Human Rights and the Law. Before her election to the Senate, Marsha represented Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives.

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America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.

America’s Roundtable radio program focuses on America’s economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world.

Tune into America’s Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 68 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Tune into WTON in Central Virginia on Sunday mornings at 6:00 A.M. (ET). Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms.

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America's Roundtable with Tom Garrett | America's Economic Reforms | Virginia's 2025 Elections and Key Issues | President Trump's Speech at the UN

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0400

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Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with the Honorable Tom Garrett, a leading attorney, currently serving as a legislator in the Commonwealth of Virginia, former Assistant Attorney General and former U.S. Congressman.

While serving in the US Congress, Tom served on the Foreign Affairs Committee and Homeland Security Committee. An expert on Iran and the Middle East, Tom Garrett's analysis and insights are enlightening as America's foreign policy and national security concerns are focused on a strategic region adversely impacted by Iran, a state sponsor of terrorism.

Key Topics:

The state of America's economy and the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act focused on cutting taxes for everyday and hardworking Americans, including no tax on tips and overtime, no tax on social security, and savings for American families.
Energy | Fuel costs going down with a goal to make America energy independent.
President Trump's speech at the United Nations and the truth that while Western nations spend hundreds of billion of taxpayer dollars on the efforts to address climate change while China continues to be the world's number polluter. He called it "a conjob." President Trump stated that renewable energy, along with migration, was destroying Western countries and placing nations in debt and added greater security challenges.

Published report:
_President Trump attacked global immigration and efforts to fight climate change during an address to the United Nations, claiming they were among the world’s top threats to Western civilization.

In an hour-long speech filled with grievances about ongoing wars, windmills and malfunctioning escalators, it was Trump’s attacks against what he called a “double-tailed monster” that rang loudest in the ornate General Assembly room.
“Immigration and the high cost of so-called green, renewable energy is destroying a large part of the free world and a large part of our planet,” he said. “Countries that cherish freedom are fading fast because of their policies on these two subjects. Both immigration and their suicidal energy ideas will be the death of Western Europe.”

“I’m telling you that if you don’t get away from the ‘green energy’ scam, your country is going to fail. If you don’t stop people that you’ve never seen before that you have nothing in common with, your country is going to fail.” _

President Donald Trump, speech delivered at the United Nations, September 23, 2025

America's eyes are focused on state-wide elections in New Jersey and Virginia, with governors' races and the legislatures which will determine key policies including economic and social issues. Pro-life advocates are concerned about Virginian Democrats pushing for a radical plan:
House Joint Resolution 1/Senate Joint Resolution 247, would amend the Virginia Constitution to allow for unrestricted abortion through the third trimester of pregnancy – repealing and preventing widely supported abortion regulations that enjoy broad support from the American people.
New manufacturing plant in the United States - Insulin for Americans | Competition to bring down prices of pharmaceuticals in America | India's Biocon which produces biosimilars and insulin opened its first manufacturing facility in New Jersey.

Biocon Biologics is a global leader in biosimilars and insulin production and is among the top three global players for rh-Insulin and Insulin Glargine, providing over 9.2 billion doses of insulin globally with a broad portfolio comprising basal, mixed and rapid acting insulins.

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Chairperson, Biocon Group, said, “Biocon’s first U.S. FDA approved formulations facility in New Jersey marks a new chapter in our journey of global expansion. More than a milestone, it is a reaffirmation of our purpose to serve patients wherever they are."

Washington Times, op-ed by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy:

FDA must fast track insulin for the millions of Americans living with diabetes
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2019/oct/17/fda-must-fast-track-insulin-for-the-millions-of-am/

Bio | Tom Garrett

Virginia Delegate Tom Garrett earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Richmond. After the University of Richmond, Tom Garrett became an artillery officer in the United States Army. Achieving the rank of Captain, Tom led soldiers overseas—most notably while deployed in Bosnia.

Upon returning to the States, Tom earned his J.D. from the University of Richmond and quickly became an Assistant Attorney General for Virginia.

In 2016, Tom was elected to represent Virginia’s 5th Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives. Tom won that election with the most votes ever in the 5th Congressional District. While in Congress, Tom served on the Foreign Affairs Committee, Homeland Security Committee, Education and Workforce Committee and was a member of the Freedom Caucus.

In the years since, Tom Garrett has dedicated his life to fighting for the oppressed and forgotten not only here in America, but around the world. Tom has been working on a global docu-series project, Exile, which tells the untold stories of those who are persecuted based on their faith or ethnicity.

In addition to continuing his work as a defense attorney, Tom has served as a consultant and most recently, cofounder for firms working in global energy development.

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America's Roundtable with Congressman Derrick Van Orden | VA Home Loan Program Reform Act | Americans Benefiting from The One Big Beautiful Bill | Solutions for Immigrant Workforce in Agriculture

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 06 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Congressman Derrick Van Orden who proudly represents the people of Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. He was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2022. He is the Chairman of the House Veterans' Affairs Economic Opportunity Subcommittee. He also serves on the House Agriculture Committee and House Armed Services Committee.

The conversation focuses on:

Congressman Van Orden's authored VA Home Loan Program Reform Act, which allows veterans who have fallen behind on their mortgages to receive federal assistance.
The impact of The One Big Beautiful Bill Act | No tax on tips, no tax on social security, and key benefits for the middle class and small business owners.
Congressman Van Orden's Bill to Restore Integrity in Agriculture Immigrant Workforce System, and preventing labor shortages.

During his time in office, Derrick has focused on providing for farmers, veterans, and service members, and has been a staunch advocate for fiscal responsibility and accountability in Washington.

Derrick’s journey of public service started when he joined the Navy at the age of 18. He had the honor to serve our great nation for 26 years. He retired as a Navy SEAL Senior Chief with 5 combat deployments and several others to troubled areas in the world.

His first combat deployment was to Bosnia Herzegovina immediately following the signing of the Dayton Accords. During this time, he came to understand how truly unique and wonderful America is, and why She is not only worth emulating but protecting. Derrick continued his service with multiple combat tours to Afghanistan and Iraq. Additionally, he served in the Horn of Africa, Asia, Europe, and South and Central America. During his tour in Europe in 2012, he was responsible for planning Special Operations contingency operations for the European Continent.

America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.

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America's Roundtable with Tom Garrett | The Future of Iran | NYC — The Rise of Socialism in America | America's 249th Anniversary

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400

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Our conversation is focused on:

The US airstrikes authorized by President Trump targeting Iran's nuclear sites and the realities on the ground within the Middle East.
Lessons Learned in the Middle East | The next step as calls for "regime change in Tehran" grow louder within the Iranian diaspora, and the importance of an organic grown opposition in Iran to revolt, rather than foreign intervention.
The rise of socialism in America's major cities. Ten percent of NYC voters choose a socialist with anti-Semitic views as the official Democratic Party's NYC mayoral candidate for the November 2025 election.

Rise of Socialism in America | Zohran Mamdani, the 33-year-old democratic socialist embracing radical views which undermine the U.S. Constitution would be the first Muslim to lead the nation's largest city if elected. His chants for a "free Palestine" and the public call to "Globalize the Intifada" - a slogan used by pro-Palestinian activists to call for widespread violence against Jews and Israel has raised serious concerns from within New York and around the country.

Focusing on the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as it carries out its responsibilities in arresting illegal immigrants involved in criminality.

On the efforts of ICE within Virginia:

“We are now through over 2,000 arrests as part of the Virginia Homeland Security Task Force. It’s working, and most importantly, we’re getting really tough bad guys off the street.” - Governor Glen Youngkin, Virginia

In addition to the conversation on US airstrikes on Iran's nuclear sites authorized by President Trump and the reaction by Democrat leaders on the Hill, Tom Garrett also highlights the challenges we face within America as New York City's democrat voters elect a staunch socialist as its candidate for this November's mayoral election.

Tom Garrett is a US Army veteran and served in locations including the perilous Balkan region during the 1990s right after the Dayton Peace Accords were signed. He served as Assistant Attorney General, Commonwealth of Virginia.

In 2016, Honorable Tom Garrett was elected to represent Virginia’s 5th Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives. While in Congress, Tom served on the Foreign Affairs Committee, Homeland Security Committee and the Education and Workforce Committee.

Tom Garrett has been engaged in foreign policy, civil society and serves as a well-respected advisor on freedom, the rule of law, and religious liberty fronts - having spent time in difficult parts of the world including war-torn Syria and Ukraine. As an attorney, he practices law in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

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America's Roundtable with Tom Garrett | The Urgency for Elected Leaders to Deliver on Principled Reforms | Accountability and Transparency | Freedom and the Rule of Law

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Fri, 16 May 2025 12:00:00 -0400

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Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Honorable Tom Garrett, member of the House of Delegates in the Commonwealth of Virginia serving the citizens of the 56th District. He is a US Army veteran and served in locations including the perilous Balkan region during the 1990s right after the Dayton Peace Accords were signed.

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America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.

America’s Roundtable radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America’s economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world.

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America's Roundtable with Harrison Fields | At the White House with Principal Deputy Press Secretary | President Trump's First 100 Days

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Thu, 08 May 2025 08:00:00 -0400

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Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Harrison Fields, Special Assistant to the President and Principal Deputy Press Secretary. Deputy Press Secretary Harrison Fields provides an update on domestic and foreign policy initiatives and reviews the key promises that were made by President Trump on the campaign trail.

Exclusive interviews recorded at the White House at the invitation of the White House Media Communications Team focus on President Trump's policies being advanced impacting America's workers, families and businesses.

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America's Roundtable | Exclusive: The First 100 Days of President Donald Trump's Second Administration with Kaelan Dorr, Deputy Assistant to the President and White House Deputy Communications Director

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0400

On the eve of the first 100 days of President Donald Trump’s second administration, Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-hosts of America's Roundtable were invited by The White House Media Affairs Team for an exclusive Radio Row event in Washington, D.C. America's Roundtable hosted Kaelan Dorr, Deputy Assistant to the President and White House Deputy Communications Director. This is the first in a series of high-level interviews with cabinet members and senior officials in the Trump Administration.

The conversation focuses on President Trump’s policies which are advancing economic reforms, securing our nation’s border, bringing peace to the Middle East, protecting religious freedom, creating a healthier population, and maximizing government efficiency.

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America's Roundtable with Chairman Mike Bost | House Committee on Veterans' Affairs

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 29 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with U.S. Congressman Mike Bost, Chairman, House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. In the 119th Congress, Rep. Mike Bost serves on two other key committees: Transportation & Infrastructure, and Agriculture.

The conversation on America's Roundtable covers key topics focusing on addressing pressing policy issues impacting American citizens and the challenges emanating from abroad including the China threat which affects the United States and its allies:

— Chairman Mike Bost's leadership role at the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

— Securing America's borders | Addressing the adverse impact of fentanyl on American lives and deporting illegal immigrants involved in acts of crime and violence. Chairman Bost speaks to sheriffs in the Midwest.

— President Donald Trump's economic and security policies — efforts to advance free, fair and reciprocal trade. Chairman Bost provides his insights on the proposed tariffs presented by President Trump.

— Chairman Bost re-introduced the Fighting Trade Cheats Act, legislation to hold China and other bad actors accountable for unfair trade practices that destroy American jobs. His bill takes aim at companies dumping foreign-made goods in U.S. markets by allowing U.S. manufacturers to sue foreign producers for customs fraud. The Fighting Trade Cheats Act will provide necessary updates to America’s existing trade laws and the penalties in place for violating them.

— The 80th anniversary of the end of WWII | Victory in Europe (VE) Day on May 8 and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day on August 15.

— The 80th anniversary of the allies' initial crossing of the River Rhine at Remagen, Germany. The crucial role of America's enterprises during WWII in supporting US troops and the inspiring story of Correct Craft in building boats to cross the River Rhine, the last natural barrier to Berlin. This allowed US troops to advance rapidly — breaking open Germany's defenses and hastening the defeat of the Third Reich. National Geographic later dubbed Correct Craft's incredible work as “A Miracle Production.”

Chairman Bost introduced legislation to increase access to care for veterans through the Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) providers in the community. The Veterans’ Assuring Critical Care Expansions to Support Service members (ACCESS) Act of 2025 would establish existing community care access standards as the baseline standard of care for veterans seeking care in the community, increase access to life-saving treatment programs for veterans with mental health conditions or addiction and expand the list of criteria VA is required to take into account when determining whether it is in a veteran’s best medical interest to refer a veteran to the community to include veteran preference and continuity of care.

Brief Bio

Rep. Mike Bost is proud to represent the 34 counties of Illinois’ 12th District in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Sworn into office on January 6, 2015, Mike is continuing the fight for our Southern Illinois’ values in Washington – a fight he began in U.S. military, then as a first responder, a local job creator, and a state representative.

In the 119th Congress, Rep. Bost serves on three key committees: Veterans’ Affairs, Transportation & Infrastructure, and Agriculture. On the Veterans' Affairs Committee he serves as the Chairman.

Prior to his election to Congress, Rep. Bost served for two decades in the Illinois House of Representatives, rising to the leadership position of House Republican Caucus Chair. Rep. Bost also served as a firefighter for the Murphysboro Fire Department.

After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps serving his country from 1979 to 1982. He was trained as an electronic specialist and radar repairman and received an honorable discharge as a Corporal E-4. In addition to his duties as a Member of Congress, Rep. Bost is very active in his church and community. Rep. Bost and his wife, Tracy, own and operate a small business – the White House Salon – in Murphysboro.

For further details on Chairman Mike Bost's leadership initiatives in Congress, please visit: Congressman Mike Bost's Official Website
https://bost.house.gov/

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America's Roundtable with Senator Marsha Blackburn | Advancing Principled Policies — DOGE Acts, Tax Administration Simplification Act | Accountability and Transparency | Combatting Anti-Semitism

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400

The conversation focuses on the following topics:

✅ President Trump's State of the Union Address, presenting his vision for a Golden Age of America.

✅ Senator Blackburn requiring transparency and accountability, working with FBI Director Kash Patel in obtaining unredacted Epstein logs and other pertinent materials

✅ Senator Blackburn spearheading DOGE Acts to hold the federal government accountable for managing taxpayer dollars. Collaborative efforts with Elon Mask in making the federal government more efficient and slash wasteful spending.

✅ Strengthening the economic partnership between the U.S. and Taiwan.

✅ Senator Blackburn's recently introduced Tax Administration Simplification Act, to provide straightforward, taxpayer-focused improvements to streamline tax filing and payment for individuals and small businesses.

✅ Strengthening US-Israel ties and combating anti-Semitism with new leadership in Congress and the White House.

✅ Making America Healthy Again | Healthy foods and eating habits for a healthier America.

Throughout her time in Congress, Marsha has led the fight to hold Communist China accountable. Her in-depth analyses of the Chinese Communist Party’s threats to American sovereignty have prompted Congress to examine legislation countering Beijing’s malign influence on global supply chains, technology infrastructure, and international organizations.

After Beijing took over the once autonomous region of Hong Kong in 2019, Marsha led bipartisan legislation, which was signed into law by President Trump, that prohibits the U.S. export of crowd control equipment to the Hong Kong Police Force. Her bipartisan Open Technology Fund Authorization Act, which supports internet freedom by addressing authoritarian regimes’ efforts to censor the internet, was also signed into law.

At the same time Marsha has stood up to Communist China, she has worked to bolster the U.S.-Taiwan relationship. In August 2022, she visited Taiwan, met with President Tsai Ing-wen in Taipei, and called to strengthen connections between the U.S. and Taiwan. During this visit, Marsha made her stance clear: Taiwan is a country.

On border policy, Marsha bases her approach on the simple truth that until our borders are secure, every town will be a border town and every state will be a border state. In the Senate, she has led the charge to fully fund the United States Border Patrol, restart construction of a physical barrier, impose harsher criminal penalties for drug smuggling, and fight for law and order on behalf of the thousands of women and girls lost to cross-border human trafficking.

Further reading:

Blackburn, Hassan, Colleagues Introduce the “Patients Before Middlemen Act” to Bring Down Cost of Prescription Drugs

Blackburn, Kelly Push for More Federal Resources to Combat Fentanyl Crisis in Tennessee

Blackburn, Schatz Introduce Bill to Strengthen U.S.-Taiwan Partnership, Safeguard U.S. from Communist China’s Security Threats

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America's Roundtable with Gerard Gibert | Urgency to Advance Principled Reforms in America | Cut Government Spending | Tax Reform | Healthcare Reform

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 21 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with host Gerard Gibert, an extraordinary entrepreneur and business leader. Mr. Gibert is also the host of Middays with Gerard on SuperTalk Mississippi . The timely and relevant conversation on America's Roundtable with Gerard Gibert focuses on the issues impacting Americans including the urgency to rein in government spending and the concerns that Congress has failed to put forward a balanced budget.

Gerard Gibert also highlights the importance of addressing tax reform and healthcare reform. The conversation on America's Roundtable tackles the ways in which Congress, the incoming Trump administration joined by engaged citizens and taxpayers can address fraud, waste and abuse impacting the Department of Defense (DOD).

"In fiscal year 2024, DOD underwent its seventh financial statement audit, and again received a disclaimer of opinion. For the seventh time consecutively, auditors were unable to “obtain sufficient, appropriate audit evidence to support an opinion.” GAO continues to designate DOD’s financial management and business systems modernization efforts as high risk because of pervasive deficiencies in the department’s business processes, internal controls, financial reporting, and financial management systems." — House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, December 11, 2024

In 1986, Gerard Gibert founded Venture Technologies, a technology and cloud services provider. As CEO of Venture, Gibert engineered numerous mergers and acquisitions of strategic targets, catapulting Venture to national prominence as a technology solutions provider. Initially funded at $189,000, Venture was sold for $92 million in 2019. Mr. Gibert serves on a variety of boards dedicated to growing Mississippi’s economy. That list includes the Madison County Economic Development Authority, Madison County Business League and Foundation, Innovate Mississippi, Empower Mississippi, and the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.

Gerard Gibert also serves on the executive advisory board of International Leaders Summit and is co-chair of the U.S.-based think tank's American Leadership Task Force advancing principled reforms.

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America's Roundtable with Ambassador Peter Hoekstra | Reviewing America’s Economic and Security Polices | US Foreign Policy: Focusing on Europe and Israel with an Emboldened China, Russia and Iran

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 17:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with distinguished guest Ambassador Peter Hoekstra. The conversation focuses on key issues affecting American families and communities as the country continues to experience persistent higher prices for food and gas. A published report by The Wall Street Journal said, "Yet since January 2021 electricity prices have soared 29.4%—about 50% more than overall inflation."

The Wall Street Journal in a report on July 3, 2024 stated, "The Fed raised rates at the fastest pace in 40 years in 2022 and 2023 to combat inflation that also rose to a four-decade high. They have held their benchmark rate in a range between 5.25% and 5.5% since last July."

This discussion on America's Roundtable also provides an update on foreign policy issues impacting America. The conflict in Europe triggered by Russia's invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, Iran-backed terror group Hamas' invasion of Israel on October 7, 2023 and Iran's first-ever open attack on Israel on April 13, 2024, have shown cracks in America's leadership on the global stage.

Bio | Ambassador Peter Hoekstra

Ambassador Hoekstra represented the United States as Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. During his tenure, The Hague hosted the Department of State Global Entrepreneurial Summit in June of 2019, which was attended by over 2000 entrepreneurs, investors, and other business leaders. The Dutch Parliament created the American Friendship Group at his urging.

He continues to aggressively and effectively promote United States foreign policy goals and objectives. Pete served in the United States Congress for 18 years, representing Michigan’s 2nd Congressional District from 1993 to 2011.

He served as Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence from 2004 until January 2007. He was a member of the Gang of Eight from 2004 until 2011 receiving the most highly classified information available in the U.S. government.

Prior to his service in the U.S. Congress, Pete had a successful career at Herman Miller, Inc. of Zeeland, Michigan—a company frequently cited as one of the most admired in America and one of the best places to work. Over his 15 year career at Herman Miller, Pete worked in a variety of positions rising through the ranks to become the Vice President of Marketing.

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America's Roundtable with Amb. Peter Hoekstra | US Economy, Security and Border Crisis | Biden's US-Israel Dangerous Policy Pivot | National Security Concerns as Michigan's Governor Whitmer Woos China

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 09 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Honorable Peter Hoekstra who served as America's ambassador to the Netherlands.

Special Commentary via America's Roundtable Radio | Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy review President Joe Biden's State of the Union address and the China threat.

During 1993-2011, US Congressman Hoekstra served the citizens of Michigan's 2nd congressional district, was the chairman of the United States House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, and a member of the Gang of Eight from 2004 until 2011, receiving the most highly classified information available in the U.S. government.

During his tenure as America's top diplomat to the Netherlands, The Hague hosted the Department of State Global Entrepreneurial Summit in June of 2019, which was attended by over 2000 entrepreneurs, investors, and other business leaders. Pete Hoekstra’s areas of expertise include national security, international relations, cyber security, marketing and business development and his experience as a Fortune 500 executive.

In February 2024, he took over the reins as chairman of the Michigan Republican Party.

Key topics covered with Ambassador Hoekstra on America's Roundtable:

The state of America's economy, the nation's significant challenge with millions of illegal immigrants pouring into the nation since 2021, and the growing concerns of a looming security threat within the nation's borders.
The China threat in states across America: The efforts to mobilize grassroots activists to oppose the efforts undertaken by Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Quentin Messer Jr., the CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corp. to bring two lithium ion battery manufacturers to Michigan which are headquartered in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and alleged to have ties with Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

Published report: "For the projects in Michigan, there are all sorts of red flags flying around the roughly $4 billion in economic incentives, tax benefits, and infrastructure improvements the state of Michigan is handing out as incentives to CATL/Ford and Gotion to locate the two projects in Michigan. Ford is "licensing" CCP technology for its plant with CATL while Gotion is a subsidiary of a Chinese-based company subject to Chinese surveillance laws. Both already have seen support from Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the state legislature, which last week began the process of approving nearly $200 million for the Gotion project in Michigan."

Op-Ed by US Ambassadors Pete Hoekstra and Joe Cella | The Detroit News | Against China threat, Whitmer leans into Taiwan

Brief excerpt:

"_It is unconscionable and hypocritical of Whitmer to invest billions of Michigan taxpayer dollars in these PRC-based and CCP-tied companies — which are also connected to the People's Liberation Army (PLA), Communist North Korea, forced labor in Xinjiang, and Communist Chinese Military Companies — while ignoring the existential threat the PRC and the CCP present to Taiwan.

Worse yet, the "deals" are shrouded by secret code names, binding and punitive non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and were not subjected to strict scrutiny and due diligence, defying the direction of our national security and intelligence agencies gave to a group of bipartisan elected officials and business leaders. With the threat environment emanating around the globe from the PRC and the CCP today, it takes strong principles to stand and courageously counter the threat to protect our national security._"

Is President Joe Biden's policy threatening Israel's future? Is Biden's administration and political campaign placing electorate considerations above Israel's security and sovereignty? Focusing on Iran's ambitions.
Focusing on the concerns raised by Michigan's voters and the swing state's influence on the presidential election.

Further reading:

The Wall Street Journal | Biden’s Partisan State of Disunion
The Democratic pep rally had not a single bipartisan grace note

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America's Roundtable with Fmr. Congressman Dave Brat | Vanishing Middle Class in America | Biden's Executive Order (EO) Unfairly Targets Israeli Jews | Impact of Illegal Immigration in America

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 08:30:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with one of America's top economists ⏤ former US Congressman Dave Brat, vice-president for business engagement at Liberty University.

America's Roundtable conversation with Congressman Dave Brat covers the following key topics:

Wealth creation | The growing disparity between America's top 1% and the vanishing middle-class. The persistent inflationary prices adversely impacting America's families.
Crisis on America's southern border. | The death of Laken Riley, a 22-year-old nursing student at the University of Georgia and the arrest of Jose Antonio Ibarra, a 26-year-old Venezuelan citizen who immigration officials said entered the U.S. illegally.
The policy of peace through strength versus appeasement. The Biden administration's foreign policy placed under the spotlight.
Serious concerns are raised about President Biden's Executive Order (EO) which unfairly targets Israeli Jews in Judea and Samaria ⏤ the Biblical heartland of Israel, also known as the West Bank. Biden's EO clearly undermines Israel as a strong rule of law nation. Is this EO a departure of US support for the Jewish state?
Is the Abraham Accords ⏤ the promise of peace and prosperity in the Middle East, and beyond?

Further reading:

Fox Business | Why are groceries still so expensive?

Quote from Megan Henney, Fox Business : "While inflation has fallen considerably from a peak of 9.1% notched during June 2022, it remains above the Federal Reserve's 2% goal. And when compared with January 2021, shortly before the inflation crisis began, prices are up a stunning 17.6%. The typical U.S. household needed to pay $211 more a month in December to purchase the same goods and services it did one year ago because of still-high inflation, according to new calculations from Moody's Analytics. Americans are paying on average $1,020 more each month compared with the same time two years ago."

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America's Roundtable with Fmr. Ambassador Ken Blackwell | Solidarity with Israel — Visit to Kibbutz Kfar Aza | America's Border Crisis | US Elections 2024

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 13 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Ambassador Ken Blackwell. Ken Blackwell served as mayor of Cincinnati, Treasurer and Secretary of State for Ohio, undersecretary at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Human Rights Commission. Ambassador Blackwell also serves on the executive advisory board of International Leaders Summit - Jerusalem Leaders Summit.

Key topics of America's Roundtable conversation with Ambassador Blackwell:

Ambassador Blackwell's recent journey to Israel and the sites where Iran-backed Hamas terrorist group attacked Israeli families. He shares about his meeting with the Jewish state's leadership along with former Governors Mike Huckabee of the state of Arkansas and Sam Brownback from Kansas.

Ambassador Blackwell also weighs into the threats and real-time attacks carried out by Iran-backed proxies targeting American military bases, the US Navy fleet in the region, and commercial vessels. Ambassador Blackwell briefly talks about the dangerous axis of China and Russia along with Iran.

America's key challenges and solutions when addressing the crisis on America's "open southern border" and the economic decline of our nation. How can we the people, save the "American Dream?" He communicates about the significance of citizenship.
Ambassador Blackwell shares about the 2024 election season and the important role of citizen stakeholders. He addresses steps taken by engaged leaders, state legislators and governors around the nation to ensure election integrity, and how America's citizens can get more involved as volunteers at the precinct level. Amb. Blackwell presents a worthy challenge to America's voters to be more engaged in the electoral process (part of the citizen's role and responsibility) in advancing greater transparency in the overall voting process.
As a conservative, Ambassador Blackwell addresses the significant progress taking place in America for all Americans, and his timely message as the nation reflects on the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.

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America's Roundtable with Maurice McTigue - Part I | Israel at War | America's Economic Doldrums—Reform Solutions | New Zealand's Govt Takes Office

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sun, 10 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Honorable Maurice McTigue, QSO, former Cabinet Minister and Member of Parliament, New Zealand and New Zealand's Ambassador to Canada. McTigue is Executive Advisory Board Member of the International Leaders Summit.

McTigue received the prestigious Queen’s Service Order in recognition of his public service from Queen Elizabeth II. He advised the Office of Management and Budget and most federal agencies on issues of accountability and transparency and has consulted with legislators and governors in more than 30 states. McTigue is a former Vice President at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University.

Honorable Maurice McTigue has testified on Capitol Hill and published articles in many major media outlets, including the New York Times, the Atlantic, Bloomberg Businessweek, US News & World Report, and the Chicago Tribune.

Our discussion on America's Roundtable focuses on:

Israel's War Against Iran-Backed Hamas | Israel's Sovereignty and the Gaza Threat
Iran Proxies Attack U.S. Bases in Iraq and Syria, a U.S. Navy Destroyer and Commercial Ships in the Red Sea ⏤ The World's Busiest and Most Important in Global Trade
New Zealand's Election | A New Center-Right Government Takes Office
The State of the U.S. Economy, The Budget, and Solutions to Addressing the $33 Trillion National Debt
Reforms for America | Deregulation, Tax Reduction, and Market Competition

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America's Roundtable Conversation with Dave Brat | Concerns — US National Debt, Illegal Migration, China | Principled Solutions

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with
one of America's top economists and a leading voice in advancing principled reforms in America — former U.S. Congressman Dave Brat, Vice Provost, Liberty University.

While in Congress, Brat served on the Budget, Education and Small Business Committees, and he chaired the subcommittee on Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access. He was a member of the Virginia Board of Accountancy and served as president of the Virginia Association of Economists. He was also an economic consultant with Arthur Andersen and the World Bank. He is a distinguished advisory board member of the International Leaders Summit.

Brat has more than 20 years of experience in higher education teaching economics and ethics. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from The American University, an M.Div. from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a B.A. in Business Administration from Hope College.

Key Topics on America's Roundtable:

—US national debt passes $33 trillion | Government shutdown looms.

—Crisis on the US southern border | Security breach: Smuggler with links to the jihadist Islamic State, also known as ISIS was caught at the U.S-Mexico border.

—17,894 illegal immigrants from China apprehended at the US southern border in fiscal year 2023 | Surge of military age men from China entering the U.S. illegally is up from 2,176 caught entering America in fiscal year 2022.

—Review: US Economy and Security.

—Highlighting principled solutions.

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America's Roundtable Conversation with Dave Brat | State of the US Economy | US-Israel Relations | US-China Tensions

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with former US Congressman Dave Brat, one of the nation's top economists who served on the Budget, Education and Small Business Committees, and chaired the subcommittee on Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access. Dr. Dave Brat serves as Vice Provost at Liberty University and on the Executive Advisory Board of International Leaders Summit.

Conversation with America's top economist and former US Congressman Dave Brat | Key Topics on America's Roundtable:

—The Federal Reserve Bank's rate hike
—The state of the US economy and the growing national debt at $32 trillion
—US-China Tensions
—US-Israel relations | US President Joe Biden weighs into Israel’s domestic politics and works to undermine

a conservative government as it advances key reforms.

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Behind America's Banking Crisis: What Went Wrong? | A Conversation with Economist—Former Congressman David Brat

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 18 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable Radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with former U.S. Congressman Dave Brat, economist, dean of the School of Business, Liberty University, and executive advisory board member, International Leaders Summit.

This weekend's conversation will focus on the vital issues impacting America's citizen-stakeholders and the world:

— The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and The Signature Bank and its cost to America's taxpayers.

— Spotlight on the Federal Reserve Bank and its adverse impact on the free market economy.

— The future of regional banks in America.

— Addressing the dangers of President Biden's ESG rules—"environmental, social and governance" placing retirement savings at risk.

"Put simply, retirement savings will be used as leverage to force companies to reduce their carbon emissions and establish racial and gender quotas and other social justice fads completely unrelated to securing a high return on workers' lifetime savings....Terrence Keeley, a former executive at BlackRock, blew the whistle on this scam in the Wall Street Journal by noting that since 2017, when the ESG fad took hold, these funds have had an annual rate of return of 6.3% – versus 8.9% for the stock market as a whole. Investors lost 2.6% per year on their retirement funds. There goes the down payment on that retirement home in Arizona or Florida." — Stephen Moore

— The China Threat.

Biography | Dr. David Brat

Before coming to Liberty, Dr. Brat served in the United States Congress for Virginia’s 7th District. He served on the Budget, Education and Small Business Committees, and Chaired the subcommittee on Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access.
His knowledge base comes from years of experience in business, as an economic consultant with Arthur Andersen and the World Bank and 20+ years of work in higher education teaching economics and ethics. He worked with the Senate side of the Virginia General Assembly for seven years. He also served as the president of the Virginia Association of Economists and was a member of the Virginia Board of Accountancy.

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A Conversation with Professor Dave Brat | State of the US Economy — Inflation, National Debt, Dismal Productivity Growth | US Supreme Court Cases on Section 230

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable Radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with former U.S. Congressman David Brat, dean, School of Business at Liberty University.

Dr. Brat served in the United States Congress for Virginia’s 7th District. He served on the Budget, Education and Small Business Committees, and Chaired the subcommittee on Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access.

His knowledge base comes from years of experience in business, as an economic consultant with Arthur Andersen and the World Bank and 20+ years of work in higher education teaching economics and ethics. He worked with the Senate side of the Virginia General Assembly for seven years. He also served as the president of the Virginia Association of Economists and was a member of the Virginia Board of Accountancy. Dr. David Brat is a distinguished member of the Executive Advisory Board of International Leaders Summit.

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The discussion will focus on the following key topics:

— The state of America's economy and an update on the real economic issues facing Americans and the next generation | The Hill: "The nation’s annual budget deficits are projected to average $2 trillion over roughly the next decade, according to figures released by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) on Wednesday."

— At this rate, the U.S. national debt at over $31 trillion in 2022 will grow to $51 trillion in just 10 years.

— Public education failing smart students.

— The two forthcoming U.S. Supreme Court cases focusing on Section 230 and the future of tech and social media companies.

— The European Union will now apply stricter rules known as the — "Digital Services Act." Reuters: "The new rules known as the Digital Services Act (DSA) label companies with more than 45 million users as very large online platforms and subject to obligations such as risk management and external and independent auditing."

— Red states—those leaning Republican—are seeing more people moving in when comparing to Democratic-leaning blue states. Post-pandemic, some 14% of Americans have now moved from blue to red states governed by Republicans.

WSJ Report: "Forty-six million people moved to a different ZIP Code in the year through February 2022, the most in any 12-month period in records going back to 2010, according to a Moody’s analysis of Equifax Inc. consumer-credit reports. The states that gained the most, led by Florida, Texas and North Carolina, are almost all red, as defined by the Cook Political Report based on how states voted in the past two presidential elections. The states that lost the most residents are almost all blue, led by California, New York and Illinois."

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Conversation with Senator Jim DeMint | Conservatives in the U.S. House of Representatives Prevailed in Robust Debate — For Accountability, Transparency and Fiscal Responsibility | Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Tue, 24 Jan 2023 05:15:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable Radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Senator Jim DeMint who shares his insights and thoughts on key issues that impact our fellow Americans. We are reviewing the robust debate in the U.S. House of Representatives whereby Republicans had an open conversation on increasing transparency around how legislation is put together. Through Senator Jim DeMint's leadership at Conservative Partnership Institute, the organization has called for principled measures to engage the broader membership in legislating and bringing accountability back to the People's House.

The conversation is also focusing on America's $31 trillion debt-ceiling being maxed out and principled solutions on how to avoid a fiscal crisis through applying prudent and common-sense measures. The discussion on America's Roundtable with Senator Jim DeMint addresses the Ukraine-Russian conflict and what that means for America's security. Questions about accountability on how US taxpayer funds and military assets are being utilized in Ukraine is raised with the importance of advancing America's policy of "peace through strength," rather than engaging in endless wars.

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A Conversation with fmr. Congressman David Brat | Priorities for the US House of Representatives | US Economy | US Aid Package to Ukraine Amid Concerns of Corruption

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable Radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy in a conversation with Dr. David Brat, dean of the School of Business at Liberty University and former U.S. Congressman (2016-2019).

America's Roundtable conversation with former U.S. Congressman David Brat focuses on:

— America's economy and steps that could be taken by the incoming Republican leadership in the House to reduce the federal budget by 5% and slash wasteful spending of taxpayer funds.
— A review of 2022 midterm elections.
— Corruption flagged in Ukraine. US Aid to top $91.7 billion as President Joe Biden and the Democrats in the House and Senate push for new aid package to Ukraine.

"If President's Biden's $37.7 billion aid package to Ukraine passes, the U.S. will have spent more on Ukraine than Russia spent on its military in 2021." - Professor Steve Hanke

Bio | Dr. David Brat

Before coming to Liberty, Dr. Brat served in the United States Congress for Virginia’s 7th District. He served on the Budget, Education and Small Business Committees, and Chaired the subcommittee on Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access. His knowledge base comes from years of experience in business, as an economic consultant with Arthur Andersen and the World Bank and 20+ years of work in higher education teaching economics and ethics. He worked with the Senate side of the Virginia General Assembly for seven years.

He also served as the president of the Virginia Association of Economists and was a member of the Virginia Board of Accountancy. After working for Arthur Andersen and as a consultant for the World Bank, in 1996 Brat joined the faculty of Randolph–Macon College. Dr. Brat serves on the executive advisory board of the International Leaders Summit.

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A Conversation with Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee | Countering Anti-Israel BDS Movement | Morningstar Placed on Notice — Stating it Violated Arizona's Anti-BDS Law | America's Energy Independence

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 03 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable Radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy in a recent conversation with Arizona's State Treasurer Kimberly Yee focusing on her leadership role in countering the dangerous anti-Israel BDS (Boycott, Sanctions, and Divestment) movement. The conversation highlights the rise of anti-Semitism and how principled leaders across America are calling for principled actions against the BDS movement—a hateful campaign designed to delegitimize Israel and Jewish communities in America and around the world.

Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee put investment firm Morningstar on notice and stated that it violated the state’s anti-BDS law.

The Jewish Insider | Morningstar ESG rating system violates Arizona anti-BDS law, treasurer says

“As Treasurer, it is my duty to ensure that Arizona does not do business with companies that are attempting to undermine Israel’s economy and violate Arizona’s anti-BDS law,” said Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee. “Morningstar’s ESG rating subsidiary, Sustainalytics, appears to violate Arizona law by negatively impacting ratings of companies doing business in Israel. I continue to strongly oppose the use of woke ESG ratings in order to keep politics out of Arizonan’s livelihoods and retirement accounts.”

In Treasurer Yee’s letter to Kunal Kapoor, CEO of Morningstar Inc., she informed Kapoor that the company had 30 days within receipt of her letter sent on August 18, 2022, to provide written certification explaining how Morningstar’s usage of ESG ratings does not violate Arizona’s anti-BDS law. Further, Treasurer Yee required that Morningstar must provide a written averment that they will not engage in any future boycott activities against Israel.

“As Arizona’s Chief Banking and Investment Officer, I stand with Israel, and I will not allow taxpayer dollars to become victim to the woke political gamesmanship of ESG ratings. ESG ratings are a political scorecard, not a financial scorecard,” said Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee. “I will not allow companies to promote policies that are antisemitic and discriminatory efforts against Israel, which is America's longtime friend and ally, and a significant trade partner with Arizona.”

Treasurer Kimberly and Arizona's state government have stood in support of Israel's sovereignty and thwarted efforts of American companies working to boycott Israel.

Last year in September 2021, Treasurer Yee withdrew $143 million of Arizona's public funds from Unilever, the parent company of Ben and Jerry's over the ice cream firm’s decision to cease sales in Judea and Samaria also known as the West Bank, and east Jerusalem.

A published report stated — "Arizona will not do business with companies that are attempting to undermine Israel’s economy and blatantly disregarding Arizona’s law," said Treasurer Kimberly Yee.

Further reading:

—Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee and 17 Other State Financial Officers Sign a Letter Urging Morningstar Inc. to Terminate all Research and ESG Rating Products that have an Anti-Israel Bias

—Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee Notifies Morningstar Inc. that their ESG Rating System Violates Arizona’s Anti-BDS Law

—Jewish News Syndicate | Arizona treasurer says investment firm Morningstar violates state anti-BDS law

Bio | Kimberly Yee

Kimberly Yee is the State Treasurer of Arizona. She is Arizona's chief banking and investment officer and oversees the cash management of Arizona's $53 billion state budget and payments to agencies, local governments and schools. Upon taking office in January 2019, assets under management were at $15.4 billion. Today, assets under management stand at over $30.2 billion, an increase of 96 percent in 42 months.

The Arizona Permanent Land Endowment Trust Fund has also hit historic record highs increasing by $1.9 billion in value under Treasurer Yee's administration as of June 30, 2022. Voluntary deposits into the Local Government Investment Pool have also increased by 75.4 percent under Treasurer Yee's leadership, reaching a balance of $5.54 billion in total assets as of June 30, 2022. Treasurer Yee led the effort to pass a state law requiring students to have financial education in high school before graduation, and was the first State Treasurer to have visited all 15 counties in Arizona during the first year of her administration.

Treasurer Yee is the Chairman of the Arizona Board of Investment and State Loan Commission and is a member of the State Land Selection Board. She also serves as Chairman of the Financial Literacy Task Force, Arizona's first-ever statewide body dedicated to advancing personal money management and financial awareness for students, senior citizens, military families and vulnerable populations.

Kimberly served as Senate Majority Leader and became the second woman elected to this position in Arizona’s history, following U.S. Justice Sandra Day O’Connor who served the position in 1973, forty-four years earlier.

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America’s Roundtable from Washington D.C. informs, educates, empowers and challenges the listening audience about the importance to restore, strengthen, and protect our freedoms, the rule of law, and free markets. America’s Roundtable advances the ideas of freedom, the significance of freedom of speech, limited government, and the application of free market principles to solve problems.

America’s Roundtable presents in-depth analysis of current events and public policy issues while applying America’s founding principles.

America’s Roundtable is aired by Lanser Broadcasting Corporation on 96.5 FM and 98.9 FM, covering Michigan’s major market and the upper Midwest, SuperTalk Mississippi Media’s 12 radio stations and 50 affiliates reaching every county in Mississippi and also heard in parts of the neighboring states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee, and through podcast on Apple Podcasts and other key online platforms.

Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee | Update on Divestment of $143 Million from Unilever - Ben and Jerry's Boycot of Israel | Restoring America's Energy Independence | National Security Crisis at the US Southern Border

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable Radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy in a conversation with Kimberly Yee, State Treasurer of Arizona and former Arizona Senate Majority Leader. Arizona and the Arizona Treasurer’s Office was the first state to divest state funds from Ben & Jerry’s due to their Israeli settlement boycott in Judea and Samaria last September. On September 7, 2021, Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee's divested $143 million of public funds from Unilever PLC, Ben and Jerry's parent company.

Treasurer Kimberly Yee provides the latest update on Ben & Jerry’s and the actions taken by its parent company Unilever.

"As Arizona Treasurer, I've divested all state funds from Ben & Jerry's for boycotting Israel," Yee tweeted. "Israel is and will continue to be a major trade partner of AZ. #IStandWithIsrael and I will not allow taxpayer dollars to go towards anti-Semitic, discriminatory efforts against Israel."

The discussion with Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee also focuses on America's inflation surge and the solutions presented to address the nation's energy crisis and the national security at the southern border. Arizona spans more than 370 miles of the U.S.-Mexico border. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection is on pace to make more than 2 million arrests along the Mexico border during the 2022 fiscal year.

On the energy front, Kimberly Yee has been a leading voice to hold to account the U.S. banking industry and the world’s largest asset managers when it comes to efforts to boycott energy companies. In November 2021, Treasurer Yee joined a coalition of 15 Republican Treasurers, Auditors, and Comptrollers of states representing over $600 billion in public assets with a warning that it could potentially reduce future business with banks that cut off financing for oil, gas, and coal.

The letter reads:

"We have a compelling government interest, when acting as participants in the financial services market on behalf of our respective states, to select financial institutions that are not engaged in tactics to harm the very people whose money they are handling. Further, we have the responsibility, as fiduciaries and stewards of more than $600 billion, to ensure that our financial service providers are free from harmful conflicts of interest that could jeopardize state funds. Any financial institution that has adopted policies aimed at diminishing a large portion of our states’ revenue has a major conflict of interest against holding, maintaining, or managing those funds."

11-23-2021 Arizona Treasurer Kimberly Yee Takes Action to Combat Biden Administration Efforts to De-Bank Reliable Energy Firms

11-22-2021 Letter from U.S. State Treasurers to the United States Banks to end boycott of reliable energy companies

Bio | Kimberly Yee

Kimberly Yee is the State Treasurer of Arizona. She is Arizona's chief banking and investment officer and oversees the cash management of Arizona's $53 billion state budget and payments to agencies, local governments and schools. Upon taking office in January 2019, assets under management were at $15.4 billion. Today, assets under management stand at over $29.9 billion, an increase of 94 percent in 41 months.

The Arizona Permanent Land Endowment Trust Fund has also hit historic record highs increasing by $1.9 billion in value under Treasurer Yee's administration as of May 31, ,2022. Voluntary deposits into the Local Government Investment Pool have also increased by 74 percent under Treasurer Yee's leadership, reaching a record high balance of $5.87 billion in total assets as of May 31, 2022.

Treasurer Yee led the effort to pass a state law requiring students to have financial education in high school before graduation, and was the first State Treasurer to have visited all 15 counties in Arizona during the first year of her administration.

Treasurer Yee is the Administrator of the AZ529 Education Savings Plan. Since the Fall of 2020, Kimberly has grown assets to nearly $1.8 billion with more than 20,000 new accounts opened to help families save for higher education and workforce development.

Born and raised in Arizona, Treasurer Kimberly Yee is the first Asian American elected to a statewide office in Arizona’s history. She is also the first Chinese American Republican woman to win a major statewide office in the history of the United States. In 2010, she became the first Asian American woman elected to the Arizona Legislature and served for eight years, both in the House and the Senate.

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Fmr. U.S. Congressman and Economist — Dr. David Brat | U.S. Economy | Inflation | Energy Security | The China Threat | Big Tech - Antitrust

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Tue, 14 Jun 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for an in-depth conversation with former U.S. Congressman David Brat, the brilliant economist, dean of the Business School at Liberty University, and executive advisory board member of International Leaders Summit — focusing on America's economy and the future of public policy in the United States. The conversation will also highlight a new Wall Street Journal-NORC Poll which shows that Americans are deeply pessimistic about the U.S. economy and view the nation as sharply divided over its most important values.

According to The Wall Street Journal, "Some 83% of respondents described the state of the economy as poor or not so good. More than one-third, or 35%, said they aren’t satisfied at all with their financial situation. That was the highest level of dissatisfaction since NORC began asking the question every few years starting in 1972 as part of the General Social Survey."

The discussion will also bring to the forefront the Biden administration's efforts to loosen up federal patent rules, thus opening the door for high-tech companies backed by the Chinese government to raid American inventions in the highly coveted 5G space.

According to The Washington Examiner, "...three GOP senators are also warning that in watering down intellectual property protections, the administration could be jeopardizing national security at a time when China and other potential foes are outspending the United States on 21st-century technology by a mile.”

This weekend's program will also review the concerns being raised by American citizens and legislators about the Biden Administration's foreign policy follies and the US entering a quagmire in Europe with $40 billion of taxpayer funds designated for Ukraine, while wealthy European nations still remain hesitant about paying their fair share for defense on the continent.

Bio: David Brat, Ph.D. in Economics

Before coming to Liberty, Dr. David Brat served in the United States Congress for Virginia’s 7th District. He served on the Budget, Education and Small Business Committees, and Chaired the subcommittee on Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access.

His knowledge base comes from years of experience in business, as an economic consultant with Arthur Andersen and the World Bank and 20+ years of work in higher education teaching economics and ethics. He worked with the Senate side of the Virginia General Assembly for seven years. He also served as the president of the Virginia Association of Economists and was a member of the Virginia Board of Accountancy. He serves on the executive advisory board of the International Leaders Summit.

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Ambassador Ken Blackwell on Biden-Harris Speech | The Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. | Critical Race Theory

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0500

On America's Roundtable, co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy are joined by Ambassador Kenneth Blackwell, former Mayor of Cincinnati, State Treasurer and Secretary of State of Ohio, and U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Human Rights Council.

Ambassador Blackwell responds to President Biden’s and Vice President Harris’s speech in Atlanta this past week and will share details about the written statement that he co-authored with Dr. Alveda King, the niece of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

In this weekend's program on America's Roundtable, Ambassador Ken Blackwell will also highlight Dr. Martin King Luther's legacy and what he would have stated about Critical Race Theory (CRT).

Brief excerpts from the piece written by Ambassador Ken Blackwell and Dr. Alveda King published by America First Policy Institute:

"We were deeply involved in the wars that started and ended the Civil Rights movement in this country. The President and Vice President’s misguided insistence on the ignorant, false claim that America is somehow stuck in the 1960s is disgusting, dangerous, and an affront to all the sacrifices and great successes this country’s brave Civil Rights pioneers made. In fact, it is grotesquely offensive to compare segregated lunch counters, attack dogs, firehoses, and Bull Connor, to showing a photo ID to vote. Simply proving you are who you say you are to cast a ballot is fundamental to election security. Period. Eighty-five percent of Americans agree and want photo identification requirements for voters.

President Biden and Vice President Harris claim they want to defend the Constitution but then ignore our founding document’s clear language that gives state legislatures the rights and responsibilities to decide how they conduct elections. Do you really think the same inept federal government that left Americans stranded in Afghanistan, completely botched the COVID response, cannot secure our border, and raised the costs of food and gas is the same government that should run your elections? This Administration’s insulting publicity stunt seeks to divide this nation on racial lines when what we need is leadership that respects the human dignity of all. The Freedom to Cheat Act is a plague on this country and no amount Biden and Harris’ blatant lies, half-truths and hyperbole will change that."

Ken Blackwell served as the mayor of Cincinnati, Ohio, and was also elected to serve as the Treasurer and Secretary of State for the State of Ohio. Blackwell also currently serves as a Senior Fellow for Human Rights and Constitutional Governance at the Family Research Council, Chairman of America First Policy Institute’s (AFPI) Center for Election Integrity and Executive Advisory Board Member of International Leaders Summit.

He serves on the Board of Directors for the Near East News Agency, and the Institute for Pension Fund Integrity. Blackwell was formerly the United States Ambassador to the United Nations Human Rights Commission.

After receiving both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Xavier University, Blackwell became a professor there for many years. He enjoys Hermeneutics, hunting, and traveling the world with his wife of 53 years.

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Fmr. Congressman Dave Brat | The State of America's Economy | $2 Trillion Spending Bill Passed by the House | Rising Inflation and America's National Debt at $29 trillion | Solutions

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for an in-depth conversation with Honorable David Brat, the brilliant economist, dean of the Business School at Liberty University, advisory board member of International Leaders Summit and former Congressman. Dr. Brat brings to the forefront serious concerns about America's economy, the recent $2 trillion spending bill passed by the House and the national financial burden placed on the next generation. America's national debt at $29 trillion, and growing, with a $230,000 debt per taxpayer places the nation's future at great economic risk with interest on the debt rising to $418 billion per year.

Dr. David Brat is dean of Liberty University's School of Business in Lynchburg, Virginia, and also serves on the International Leaders Summit’s executive advisory board. As a brilliant economist, he also served as the president of the Virginia Association of Economists and was a member of the Virginia Board of Accountancy.

As a member of Congress, Dr. David Brat served the Commonwealth of Virginia’s 7th district from 2014 to 2017. Dr. David Brat served on the House Budget Committee, and as a member of the House Freedom Caucus he led the charge in Congress for a more fiscally responsible budget process. He also served on the Education and Small Business Committees, and Chaired the subcommittee on Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access.

His knowledge base comes from years of experience in business, as an economic consultant with Arthur Andersen and the World Bank and more than 20 years of work in higher education teaching economics and ethics. He worked with the Senate side of the Virginia General Assembly for seven years.

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Kimberly Yee, State Treasurer of Arizona | Divesting $143 Million from Ben & Jerry’s for Boycotting Israel | Investing in Israel Bonds | US Inflation, Taxation and Economic Growth

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 23 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0400

The Honorable Kimberly Yee, State Treasurer of Arizona joins co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for a timely conversation on her leadership and the decisive actions taken in affirming Israel's sovereignty, supporting the Jewish State's economic future, and the efforts to invest in Israeli bonds. The discussion will also focus on concerns about rising inflation impacting families across America and the federal government's efforts to monitor personal bank accounts which will require new reporting procedures, threaten taxpayer privacy and further burden community financial institutions. The discussion will focus on advancing principled solutions.

Kimberly Yee, Arizona State Treasurer

— Divestment of $143 million from Ben & Jerry’s for boycotting Israel.

— Arizona invests in Israeli Bonds.

— Rising inflation hurting families, with the greatest toll on America's poorest communities including the working poor and single family households.

—23 State Treasurers and auditors and financial officers oppose a Biden administration proposal that empowers the IRS to monitor American bank accounts. In light of the pushback from citizens, joined by government officials and legislators, the original proposal of surveillance personal bank accounts of more than $600 of deposited funds, the Biden administration has raised the amount to $10,000.

— Discussing the impact of pro-growth solutions in Arizona, and how the rest of America can fuel greater rates of economic growth through principled economic reforms, supporting free enterprise and unleashing economic liberty.

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Honorable Maurice McTigue, QSO | Fixing America's Failing Public Schools | Restoring Fiscal Responsibility to Washington, DC

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0400

The Honorable Maurice McTigue joins co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for a timely conversation in addressing America's failing public schools and the urgency to address fiscal responsibility in Washington, DC, by advancing a transparent budget process, and requiring the passing of an annual budget by law. The discussion focused on advancing principled solutions.

— America's Failing Schools | In 2018, America ranked 11th out of 79 countries in science and 30th in math.

“The U.S. economy would grow 4.5% in the next 20 years if our students’ math and science skills were as strong as the rest of the world’s."
Eric A. Hanushek, economist, Hoover Institution at Stanford University

— America's national debt at $28 trillion.

"I do not believe the debt overhang is the real problem. I believe the real problem is government spending. Government debt is a problem in the long run. Obviously, if the government continues to run deficits for a long period of time, it will sooner or later have to monetize them. So I do not deny that is a real problem. However, it is a mistake to concentrate on the debt as such instead of concentrating on why the debt was created, which is by excessive government spending. What is called a deficit is a form of taxation. It is a very bad form of taxation, but it is a form of taxation. However, it does have some good features. The deficit is the only thing that is keeping spending from going up still faster. Moreover, I do not know of any component of government expenditures that does less harm than the payment of interest. If interest rates tomorrow were zero so that government did not have to pay any interest, what would happen to the money it saved? Do you think it would reduce the deficit? You are kidding yourself.
"Milton Friedman, Nobel Laureate in Economics

The Honorable Maurice McTigue, QSO, is Vice President for Outreach at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University and a founding Executive Advisory Board Member of the US-based International Leaders Summit.

McTigue advised the Office of Management and Budget and most federal agencies in the Clinton and Bush administrations on issues of accountability and transparency and has consulted with legislators and governors in more than 30 states. McTigue was a special advisor to Louisiana’s Commission on Streamlining Government and was named to Virginia governor Bob McDonnell’s Commission on Government Reform and Restructuring.

A former cabinet minister and member of parliament in his native New Zealand, McTigue was one of the architects of the “New Zealand miracle,” which dramatically reformed the country’s government and economy by implementing market-driven, pro-growth policies. He later became New Zealand’s ambassador to Canada.

In a ceremony at Buckingham Palace in 1999, Queen Elizabeth II bestowed upon McTigue the prestigious Queen’s Service Order, in recognition of his public service. This is one of the highest honors attainable for civil service in New Zealand.

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Fmr. Congressman and Economist — Dr. David Brat | The State of America's Economy | $28 Trillion National Debt | China’s Belt and Road Debt Trap Tops $385 Billion

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 02 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for an in-depth conversation with Honorable David Brat, former U.S. Congressman (R-VA) and Dean, School of Business, Liberty University about the state of America's economy, the budget process and concerns raised about America's national debt at $28 trillion. The discussion also focuses on how China’s Belt and Road Initiative "has left scores of lower- and middle-income countries saddled with “hidden debts” totalling $385bn." Further reading: FT - ‘Hidden debt’ on China’s Belt and Road tops $385bn, says new study.

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Honorable Maurice McTigue, QSO | Congress Breaches its Own Rules | Reckless Government Spending | Consequences of Raising the Debt Ceiling | Principled Solutions

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Mon, 09 Aug 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for an enlightening conversation with Honorable Maurice McTigue, QSO, Vice President for Outreach at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University and Executive Advisory Board Member, International Leaders Summit.

McTigue has testified on Capitol Hill and published articles in many major media outlets, including the New York Times, the Atlantic, Bloomberg Businessweek, US News & World Report, and the Chicago Tribune. McTigue advised The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and most federal agencies in the Clinton and Bush administrations on issues of accountability and transparency and has consulted with legislators and governors in more than 30 states. McTigue was a special advisor to Louisiana’s Commission on Streamlining Government and was named to Virginia governor Bob McDonnell’s Commission on Government Reform and Restructuring.

For further details about Maurice McTigue and his leadership in advancing principled reforms in his home country of New Zealand, the United States of America and Europe — please review these articles and videos:

Rolling Back Government: Lessons from New Zealand
https://imprimis.hillsdale.edu/rolling-back-government-lessons-from-new-zealand/

Video: Maurice McTigue | The Rule of Law, Jerusalem Leaders Summit 2015
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_x1fpYL4eJw

Video: Maurice McTigue: Advancing Reforms in Eastern Europe | HRT Prime Time News — Croatia Radio and Television | International Leaders Summit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXOUcLgCzRs

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Governor Phil Bryant | The Future of Education in America - Knowledge or Indoctrination?

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for a conversation with Governor Phil Bryant discussing the future of education in America, critical race theory, and the 1619 Project, the latter which has even drawn sharp criticism from the left.

The program will also highlight a report co-authored by Governor Bryant and Alexandra Campana titled, “Curricula: What Parents Need to Know to Get More Involved.” The report released by America First Policy Institute explains that with increased parents and citizens' involvement, America's stakeholders can restore the educational system and ensure that students are being taught high-quality curriculum rather than politically motivated deceptions about America and its founding ideals.

“A diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty.”
— James Madison to George Thompson, 1825

“If virtue and knowledge are diffused among the People, they will never be enslav'd. This will be their great Security.”
— Samuel Adams, Letter to James Warren, February 12, 1779

Governor Phil Bryant served as Mississippi’s 64th governor from 2012 to 2020. Before becoming the state’s chief executive, the Honorable Phil Bryant was lieutenant governor, state auditor, and represented his legislative district in the Mississippi House of Representatives for five years. Governor Bryant also draws from his early experiences as a law enforcement officer and an undercover officer in America's drug war.

As governor, the Hon. Phil Bryant led Mississippi in implementing transformational public education reforms, promoting economic development, advancing strategic trade missions, and building a competitive business climate that attracted major employers like Amazon, Yokohama Tire Corporation and Continental Tire. According to published reports: “Under Gov. Bryant’s administration, 80,000 jobs were created and some $7 billion in private investment were brought into the state of Mississippi.”

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Ambassador Ken Blackwell | Ensuring Election Integrity in America | Biden Administration Suspends The Abraham Fund

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Ambassador Ken Blackwell, focusing on efforts to ensure election integrity in America. The conversation also highlights the perils of corporate wokeism and how Major League Baseball's decision to relocate this year's All Star Game from Atlanta, Georgia to Denver, Colorado, adversely impacts the African American community in Georgia (57% Blacks in Atlanta compared to 9% Blacks in Denver). The conversation also raises concern about the Biden administration's recent decision to suspend the Abraham Fund and the waning support for Israel's sovereignty from within the US.

Ambassador Blackwell is shareholder and minority owner of the Cincinnati Reds, Board Member of Public Interest Legal Foundation and Executive Advisory Board Member of International Leaders Summit. Ambassador Blackwell's fifty years of experiences serving in key public offices as mayor of Cincinnati, Ohio's Secretary of State, State Treasurer and in the public policy arena bring to the forefront important insights and observations. He also served as US Ambassador to the United Nations Human Rights Commission.

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US Congressman Mike Bost | Israel Under Attack | Affirming the Jewish State's Sovereignty | House Bill Passed - The Veteran Affairs Transparency and Trust Act

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 22 May 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with U.S. Congresman Mike Bost (R-IL). U.S. Congressman Mike Bost is the ranking Republican on the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs and a member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Our conversation focuses on Israel under attack by the Iran-backed terrorist organization Hamas. Congressman Mike Bost was the sponsor of the Veteran Affairs Transparency and Trust Act, requiring transparency and accountability for COVID relief spending by the Veteran Affairs.

Congressman Bost continues to advance timeless principles and reform solutions in Washington – a fight he began in the U.S. military serving in the Marines, then as a first responder, a local job creator, and a state representative.

For further details about Congressman Mike Bost and his leadership in advancing principled reforms, visit:
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Hon. Maurice McTigue | National Debt at $28 Trillion | Addressing Omnibus Bills — Accountability and Transparency | The Death of Truth

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 20:00:00 -0400

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for a conversation with Honorable Maurice McTigue, QSO on concerns about America's national debt at $28 trillion, the return of earmarks in Congress — a throwback to the days of "Alaska's bridge to nowhere," and the dangers of the omnibus bills combining diverse subjects along with the lack of accountability and transparency in federal government spending. The discussion also brings greater attention to "the death of truth" in the West and its impact on freedom of speech and justice.

The Honorable Maurice McTigue, QSO, is Vice President for Outreach at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University and Member of the Executive Advisory Board of the International Leaders Summit.

A former cabinet minister and member of parliament in his native New Zealand, McTigue was one of the architects of the “New Zealand miracle,” which dramatically reformed the country’s government and economy by implementing market-driven, progrowth policies. He later became New Zealand’s ambassador to Canada and received the prestigious Queen’s Service Order in recognition of his public service from Queen Elizabeth II.

Rolling Back Government: Lessons from New Zealand
https://imprimis.hillsdale.edu/rolling-back-government-lessons-from-new-zealand/

Video: Maurice McTigue | The Rule of Law, Jerusalem Leaders Summit 2015
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Video: Maurice McTigue: Advancing Reforms in Eastern Europe | HRT Prime Time News — Croatia Radio and Television | International Leaders Summit
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Hon. Maurice McTigue | Erosion of the Rule of Law in America | Threats to Freedom of Speech | Advancing Reforms and Competition — Impacting America's States

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 13 Feb 2021 14:00:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for a conversation with Honorable Maurice McTigue, QSO, on the erosion of the rule of law in America, threats to freedom of speech, weakened democratic institutions and solutions in advancing principled policy reforms. The conversation brings to the forefront America's economy, the importance of competition among America's states, and rollout of the Biden administration's economic policies. Election integrity and the sanctity of the ballot is brought under the spotlight in light of widespread voter distrust of America's electoral process.

The Honorable Maurice McTigue is Vice President for Outreach at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. Mr. McTigue serves on the executive advisory board of the International Leaders Summit and delivered keynote addresses at The Jerusalem Leaders Summit in Israel, the International Leaders Summit’s events in Brussels, Eastern Europe and Washington, DC. Mr. McTigue has testified on Capitol Hill and published articles in many major media outlets, including The New York Times, The Atlantic, Bloomberg, US News & World Report, and The Chicago Tribune. In Washington, DC, McTigue advised the White House Office of Management and Budget and most federal agencies on issues of accountability and transparency and has consulted with legislators and governors in more than 30 states.

A former cabinet minister and member of parliament in his native New Zealand, McTigue was one of the architects of the “New Zealand miracle,” which dramatically reformed the country’s government and economy by implementing market-driven, progrowth policies. He later became New Zealand’s ambassador to Canada and received the prestigious Queen’s Service Order in recognition of his public service from Queen Elizabeth II.

Rolling Back Government: Lessons from New Zealand

Video: Maurice McTigue | The Rule of Law, Jerusalem Leaders Summit 2015

Video: Maurice McTigue: Advancing Reforms in Eastern Europe | HRT Prime Time News — Croatia Radio and Television | International Leaders Summit

TESTIMONY - U.S. Senate Budget Committee | Hon. Maurice McTigue, QSO

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Congressman David Brat | US Economy ad Jobs | Biden's Executive Orders | The China Threat

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Dr. David Brat for a conversation on the state of America's economy, the future of public policy, and its impact on jobs, taxes and regulation. Dr. Brat also raises serious concerns about the China threat.

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America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.

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Ambassador Ken Blackwell | US 2020 Elections | Rule of Law | Election Integrity | Media Censorship | Big Tech | America's Freedom of Speech at Risk

Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy — Sat, 21 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Ambassador Ken Blackwell, focusing on election integrity in America, importance of the rule of law and reviewing voting irregularities brought forward within key battleground states. The conversation highlights the significance of the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and the dangerous assault on free speech in America.

Ambassador Blackwell's fifty years of experiences serving in key public offices as mayor of Cincinnati, Ohio's Secretary of State, State Treasurer and in the public policy arena bring to the forefront important insights and observations of this election season during the pandemic. He also served as US Ambassador to the United Nations Human Rights Commission.

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America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit.

America’s Roundtable is aired by Lanser Broadcasting Corporation - at 96.5 FM and 98.9 FM, covering Michigan’s major market, and through podcast on Apple Podcasts and other key online platforms.