Who Pays the Price? Congress, Shutdowns, and Accountability

Stay connected with us at americangroundradio.com, on Facebook, and Instagram. You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for March 30, 2026.  On this episode of American Ground Radio, we start by tackling the growing divide in how the world responds to tyranny versus American action. We take a hard look at the situation in Iran—highlighting the brutal realities faced by its people—and ask why so many voices seem louder in condemning the United States than in defending those suffering under oppressive regimes. It’s a conversation about moral clarity, selective outrage, and what it really means to stand for freedom. American Mamas Kimberly Burleson and Teri Netterville break down a viral story about a mom who took an unconventional approach to confronting school bullying. What starts as a shocking moment turns into a deeper discussion about parenting styles, accountability, and how schools handle discipline in today’s culture. It’s equal parts eye-opening and relatable, with a few laughs along the way. We Dig Deep into two major issues impacting Americans right now. First, we explore the rise of personalized pricing—where businesses may be using data and algorithms to charge you based on what they think you can afford—and whether that crosses the line from capitalism into something more concerning. Then, we turn to the Supreme Court as it considers whether mail-in ballots should be counted after Election Day, and what that decision could mean for election integrity and public trust moving forward. We highlight a push for accountability out of Washington, as Senator John Kennedy proposes that members of Congress shouldn’t get paid during a government shutdown if federal workers aren’t getting paid either. It’s a simple idea that raises a big question: should lawmakers live with the consequences of their decisions? We wrap things up with a look at political accountability and cultural moments—from media figures dodging straightforward questions about Iran, to a restored historical statue finding a new home at the White House.  Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776! More Craziness in Portland As Anti-ICE Mob Finds Out It's Not a Good Idea to Break Open ICE Facility Gate House passes DHS funding bill after rejecting Senate proposal Trump-Deranged FL Election Volunteer Arrested for Stealing Encrypted Access Key Ahead of Special Election Pope Leo XIV rejects claims that God justifies war in Palm Sunday Mass  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.