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EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 26 MIN

When you Vote for Crazy Promises, you get a Crazy Realities plus Liberal Lesson Plans Replace ABCs

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1. New York City & “Mamdani” Presented as a symbol of rising socialist-style leadership. Claims: Policies favor wealth redistribution, higher taxes, and expanded government services. Promises (e.g., free transit, free groceries) are described as unfulfilled. Argument: These policies allegedly lead to: Increased crime Higher costs of living Reduced public safety Crime statistics (subway system) are used to support the claim that: Violence and crime have risen, especially compared to prior years. Suggestion that: Crime data may be manipulated or underreported. 2. Broader Political Framing Positions figures like: Barack Obama AOC Gavin Newsom As part of a continuum shifting the Democratic Party toward socialism/communism. Claims: Major U.S. cities run by Democrats have: High crime High poverty High taxes 3. Education System Critique Focus on the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) and its program Learning for Justice. Claims: Curriculum is widely used (in many states and districts). It promotes: Identity-based topics (race, gender, “social justice”) Activism-oriented thinking Argument: Schools are prioritizing political ideology over core academics. This contributes to declining student performance. 4. Federal Reserve Allegations Claims that Federal Reserve employees: Overwhelmingly donate to Democratic candidates (90%+) Argument: The Fed is politically biased, despite being intended as neutral. Some employees are supporting: Progressive or socialist candidates Broader claim: Government institutions are being influenced by partisan ideology, even in areas meant to remain apolitical. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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