Episode 134: The Border Is Much Worse Than You Know! Plus VP Debate Preview & An Attack On Speech!

Can you imagine bumping into Chip and Joanna Gaines during a casual weekend trip? That's exactly what happened when we visited the historic Hotel 1928 while scouting schools for Ava in Texas! Join us as we recount our thrilling encounter with the HGTV stars, complete with a coveted selfie, and how Mark juggled his love for the Dallas Cowboys while Krysty  indulged in some much-needed retail therapy at Magnolia. It was a weekend filled with surprises, fun, and family bonding that you won't want to miss.Switching gears, we take a hard look at the population trends in New Mexico, noting its slight decline over the past four years in contrast to the booming growth of neighboring states like Texas and Arizona. We dissect factors like business climates, crime rates, and education quality, discussing their potential impacts on future congressional representation. The political landscape gets even more intriguing as we explore the implications of adding Senate seats for Puerto Rico and Washington D.C., offering a fresh perspective on how shifts in population can impact our nation's governance.Finally, we confront some sobering statistics from ICE's non-detained docket, revealing over 425,000 non-citizens convicted of crimes who are currently not in jail. We discuss how media bias shapes public perception and stress the importance of consuming diverse news sources to get the full story. The conversation then pivots to the fine line between free speech and ethical rhetoric, particularly in the context of emotionally charged political climates. We wrap up with an analysis of the growing frustration with the two-party system and what to expect from the upcoming vice-presidential debate, promising insights into the future of American politics.#breaknews #collegesearch #chipgaines #magnolia #economy #freespeech #harriswaltz #trumpvance #trump #election2024 #newmexico #flooding #albuquerqueWebsite: https://www.nodoubtaboutitpodcast.com/Twitter: @nodoubtpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoDoubtAboutItPod/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markronchettinm/?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D