Hey everyone,
Sorry to send you this week’s newsletter late, but I wanted to wait until I was able to include a big announcement. (Plus, I got behind on several deadlines… oops :P)
I'm launching a new weekly podcast interviewing journalists, policy experts, and politicians on the big-picture issues that matter in our politics. It would mean the WORLD to me if you would subscribe.
Apple: https://apple.co/35ET311
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Zr1OHQ
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3hjIhPJ
I know what you’re thinking “OMG, another podcast.” But it’s not going to be hot takes on the day’s nauseating headlines. We’ll be having zoomed out conversations on big-picture issues, and I really hope you’ll join us. I’m super excited.
Our first episode is out today.
Radio host Jason Rantz joined me to breakdown how riots & crime ravaged Seattle this summer — even briefly featuring an "anarchist zone" — and what it all means politically.
Plus, we discuss what it's like being a gay man who doesn't fit into the left-wing LGBT community, living in a leftist "utopia" like Seattle, the scariest moment of Jason's life, and more.
Anyway, on to the rest of the newsletter!
Meme:
Food Take: McDonald’s has great breakfast. But for actually burgers… I’ll take Burger King all day.
Media Corner: "Yes, President Trump is not known for his diplomatic and restrained language... but ultimately, the problem here is that you have people burning down stores and rioting in the streets."
I joined local TV station Fox 5 DC to discuss the impact of rioting & unrest on the 2020 elections. Click here to watch.
Articles:
Why Criminal Justice Reform Isn’t ‘Anti-Police.’ Read my new USA Today Op-Ed.
Is Nick Freitas the Future of the GOP’s Libertarian Wing? I interviewed a top congressional candidate for the Washington Examiner to see what all the hype is about.
Why the Economic Scars of Rioting Will Haunt Minneapolis for Decades. Read my latest National Review Op-Ed explaining the long-term economic consequences of the unrested that plagued Minnesota’s capital.
New Reporting Shows the Kenosha Riots Hit Minorities the Hardest. I explain for FEE.org why the $50 million in damage that rioters imposed on the city is falling disproportionately on racial minorities.
Bonus Brad: Today is my one-year anniversary with my wonderful boyfriend. Here’s a picture of us from hiking last weekend with friends. I am so lucky and happy <3