Chris and Danielle welcome Dr. Dave Brat, Vice Provost at Liberty University, to talk about President Trump's economic plans and how to restore America's educational system through a return to foundational values and local control. Will President Trump’s next administration succeed in cutting through the bureaucracy and sparking a new era of economic growth?

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY:
Ephesians 2:7-9 TPT

FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:
Learn more about Liberty University at www.liberty.edu
Read Eric Hanushek’s publications: https://hanushek.stanford.edu/
Follow Robby Starbuck: @robbystarbuck
Check out the following books:
Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God by Jonathan Edwards
The Wrath that Came by Jack Brush
The Soul of the American University by George M. Marsden
The Closing of the American Mind by Allan Bloom
Return of the Strong Gods by R. R. Reno
The Republic by Plato

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KEY POINTS:
Danielle talks about God’s salvation in today’s scripture (01:04)
State of Freedom welcomes Dave Brat (03:51)
Ukrainian missile strikes in Russia (04:03)
Perverse incentives (07:21)
Trump's challenges with global relations (09:17)
Elon Musk's budget cuts proposal (12:26)
On Linda McMahon’s DOE appointment (14:59)
On true federalism (19:42)
Monopolies and capitalism (23:41)
Church's role (26:16)
Critical race theory (29:31)
Theology and Rebellion (30:40)
Revelation of Jesus (34:31)
Liberty University (35:45)
Book recommendations (38:28)
State of Freedom’s closing message for its listeners (42:22)

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Chris and Danielle welcome Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn back to talk about the critical path forward after the 2024 election, drawing parallels between the D-Day invasion and the ongoing struggle against corruption. Can President Trump's young, energetic cabinet picks successfully carry out his plan for major institutional reform?

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY:
Psalms 97:10-12 TPT

FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:
Pray for the nation.
Get/stay involved in your local community and state.
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KEY POINTS:
Danielle talks about hating evil and loving God in today’s scripture (01:04)
State of Freedom welcomes Lt. Gen Michael Flynn (03:06)
D-day+1 (03:22)
General Flynn's future plans (06:53)
Criticism of Andrew McCabe (08:20)
On Matt Gaetz’s appointment (10:15)
Trump's strategy (12:35)
Reawaken America tour (16:37)
On government efficiency with Elon and Vivek (19:21)
Incentive systems for failure (21:56)
State of Freedom’s closing message for its listeners (23:23)

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Chris and Danielle welcome back Mark Lucas with Article 3 Project to talk about pressing topics like judicial appointments, military reforms, and how the second Trump administration could restore trust in key institutions. Can the challenges facing the military and judicial system be resolved to safeguard our future?

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY:

Proverbs 23:4-5 TPT

FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:

• Follow Mark Lucas on X @lucasiowa

• Follow Article 3 Project on X @Article3Project

• Visit the AP3 Action Center & tell your legislators to grind judicial appointments to a halt: https://www.article3project.org/take-action

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KEY POINTS:

• Danielle talks about comparison in today’s scripture (01:30)

• State of Freedom welcomes Mark Lucas (03:58)

• Article 3 project (04:02)

• Non-citizen voting concerns (05:03)

• Lame-duck session (08:47)

• Gen. Mark Milley and allegations of treason (11:35)

• On activist judges (14:33)

• Trump's DOJ and messaging war (18:18)

• On Pete Hegseth (19:44)

• On other appointments (23:43)

• COVID-19 mandates and military impact (28:27)

• Restoring trust in institutions (30:36)

• Mark’s future plans (31:59)

• State of Freedom’s closing message for its listeners (01:11:00)

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Chris and Danielle welcome State Senator Thomas Pressly to talk about Louisiana’s ongoing special session on taxes and the potential impact of tax reforms on the state's future, particularly the need for a simplified, flatter tax code to drive growth. Will these reforms make Louisiana more competitive?

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY:
Psalms 78:52-56 TPT

FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:
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Stay on top of calls to action related to this special session at: https://www.lacag.org/action-center

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KEY POINTS:
Danielle talks about obedience in today’s scripture (01:29)
State of Freedom welcomes Sen. Thomas Pressly (04:12)
Louisiana's tax and budget session (04:17)
3% flat income tax (07:06)
Basic needs of a government (08:22)
Cutting on spending (11:48)
Federal dollars and coastal restoration (13:42)
Fiscal responsibility (14:53)
Energy needs in Louisiana (16:52)
Corporate franchise tax (18:24)
Tax on streaming services (19:49)
On lowering personal income tax (22:29)
Local vs state government responsibilities (25:11)
Legislative perspectives on fiscal policy (32:07)
3.5% corporate tax rate (36:28)
Impact of Pres. Trump's victory (39:16)
Louisiana's infrastructure and job opportunities (41:11)
State of Freedom’s closing message for its listeners (01:11:00)

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Chris and Danielle welcome back Professor David Clements to discuss the 2024 election aftermath, ongoing claims of fraud, and the Trump administration's anticipated approach to justice. Is the mainstream media intentionally downplaying election issues? What steps will be taken to bring justice for the J6ers and Tina Peters moving forward?

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY:
Psalms 49:10-15 TPT

ACTIONS & INFO FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:
Follow Professor David Clements on X @theprofsrecord
Watch his film, Let My People Go: https://rumble.com/v56hwxv-let-my-people-go-full-length-documentary.html

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KEY POINTS:
Danielle talks about the fleeting nature of human life in today’s scripture (01:19)
Reflections on Nov 6th election (02:41)
Call for an audit (06:15)
Technological factors (07:40)
Down-ballot election (10:55)
RNC and election Strategies (12:09)
Preordained outcomes and contingency plans (14:48)
Elon Musk's contributions (17:22)
Future directions (21:34)
Lessons from Trump's first term (27:38)
On social media suppression (34:16)
Impact and frustrations with 'Let My People Go' (37:21)
Legal actions and grassroots efforts (40:58)
Colorado—a blue state? (45:41)
Clarence Thomas and potential appointments (48:25)
Psychological warfare (55:54)
J6ers and Tina Peters (01:02:38)
State of Freedom’s closing message for its listeners (01:11:00)

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Chris and Danielle welcome Mark Cook to talk about the aftermath of the 2024 presidential election, including reports of widespread fraud in down-ballot races and suspicious voting patterns in some states like Colorado. What really happened with the early voting strategy? Is Colorado truly as blue as the media claims?

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY:
Psalms 18:35-37 TPT

FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:
Follow Mark on X @patriotmarkcook
Support his work and get involved at: www.handcountroadshow.org
See what vigilant patriots reported w/ election shenanigans in their precincts and on tv at: www.electioncop.org.

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KEY POINTS:
Danielle talks about divine empowerment in today’s scripture (01:08)
State of Freedom welcomes Mark Cook (03:16)
On down-ballot election fraud (04:04)
Election vote chart (07:05)
System logs and voting machines (09:41)
Masking down-ballot fraud (15:45)
Electronic voting vulnerabilities (21:14)
BIOS and security lapses (24:07)
Colorado’s stance (28:47)
Implications for Tina Peters (33:00)
Consequences for Jena Griswold (38:34)
Election Cop (44:12)
Citizen initiatives (45:27)
Early voting controversies (48:16)
State of Freedom’s closing message for its listeners (55:51)

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Chris and Danielle welcome back Representative Beryl Amedee to discuss the upcoming special session in Louisiana, with a focus on the state budget, tax reform, and constitutional amendments. Can Louisiana really streamline its tax code and budget without imposing more on its citizens? And will the legislature stand firm in challenging excessive spending?

SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY:

Psalms 107:10-16 TPT

FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:

• Follow Rep. Beryl Amedee on X: @berylamedee

• To be engaged on LACAG's calls to actions for this special session, sign up for alerts: https://www.lacag.org/action-center

• To read the legislation that has been proposed so far, visit: https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/BillSearch.aspx?sid=243ES

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KEY POINTS:

• Danielle talks about God setting us free in today’s scripture (01:10)

• State of Freedom welcomes Beryl Amedee (03:55)

• Legislative bills analysis (04:45)

• Special session (06:34)

• Governor's tax reform (08:41)

• Broadening the tax base (14:28)

• Complicated tax system in Louisiana (16:17)

• Beryl’s bill proposal (22:32)

• On reducing bureaucracy and spending (25:06)

• Texas’ bustling business environment (31:35)

• The gold standard for economic prosperity (40:34)

• On funding NGOs (41:20)

• Legislative will (45:33)

• Budget Cuts and departmental accountability (47:55)

• Future expectations (53:20)

• State of Freedom’s closing message for its listeners (54:39)

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