Former Congressman Allen West | Mike Ritland Podcast Episode 114

Shop https://www.mikeritlandco.com for Performance Dog Food, Treats, Apparel & more! #chokeyourselfWait a minute, a politician? On Mike Drop? Relax - Allen West is one of the good ones. He's a Republican Politician and Retired Military Officer who, believe it or not, doesn't work too far from the studio. That's why West was kind enough to dip in and spend some time talking about Parachuting into Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, running for Texas Governor against Greg Abbott in the 2022 Primary, what it's REALLY like to work in Congress, and answer a lightning-fast round of rapid-fire foreign and domestic policy questions that have been on Mike's mind for years. Strap in. Chapters:00:00 - Intro2:00 - Congressional Surprises10:30 - The Worst Part of Washington D.C. 12:30 - Pro Term Limits22:00 - Running for Governor26:00 - Morning Routine27:30 - Growing Up in Atlanta32:30 - On Welfare36:30 - Commissioned at Fort Sill40:00 - Desert Shield, Desert Storm47:30 - Officer Evaluations58:00 - Military Retirement1:03:00 - Money in Politics1:06:00 - Rebuilding Education1:12:00 - A Republic (If You Can Keep It)1:16:00 - Citizen Involvement1:18:00 - Women in Combat Roles1:20:00 - Russia & Ukraine1:22:00 - On China1:23:30 - Bills in Congress1:25:00 - Foreign AidSupport Allen West:Podcast - Steadfast & Loyal with Allen West: https://open.spotify.com/show/29yp3fZK2AMfr7z39tE2QhFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllenBWestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/allenbwest--------------Sponsors:Bubs NaturalsThe BUBS namesake derives from Glen ‘BUB’ Doherty, who was heroically killed in Benghazi, Libya in 2012. In addition to remembering Glen for the patriot he is, the BUBS ethos centers around the passionate and adventure seeking life that Glen lived. BUBS Naturals products are rooted in sustainably sourced ingredients and controlled consistency to provide our customers with the highest quality Collagen Protein & MCT Oil Powder that help you feel amazing and live a fuller life.Our mission is simple. FEEL GREAT. DO GOOD. 10% always goes back to charity, helping military men and women transition back into civilian life. Go to bubsnaturals.com and use code MIKEDROP for 20% off your order.--------------ManscapedGet 20% off + free shipping with the code "MIKEDROP" at manscaped.com. That’s 20% off + free shipping with the code "MIKEDROP" at manscaped.com. Keep things smooth and fresh as we say sayonara to Smooth Ball Summer and enter Fresh Ball Fall!--------------USCCAhttps://www.uscca.com/mikedropLEGAL DISCLAIMER -The USCCA is not an insurance company. A policy has been issued to the USCCA. That policy provides the association and its members with self-defense liability insurance, subject to its terms, conditions, limitations, and exclusions.--------------Fueled by TeamDog | www.mikeritlandco.com | @Teamdog.petALL THINGS MIKE RITLANDSHOP for Fueled By Team Dog Performance Dog Food, Treats, Apparel, Accessories, and Protection dogs- MikeRitlandCo.com - https://www.MikeRitlandCo.comTeam Dog Online dog training- TeamDog.pet - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices