The Mike Douglass Show

Listener calls and topics on "What's On Your Mind Friday!"  Topics include Luigi Mangione's guilty plea for federal charges; SB1392 (Leno's Law) relaxing smog requirements for classic vehicles passes CA Senate and is now in the Assembly; "Cruisin' Correspondent Jerry" checks in on classic car and local cruising events; Mid-terms early voting begins mid-September; Frustrations over Sen. John Thune and failure to vote on the SAVE Act in the Senate.

Iran War status and expectations; Importance of effective messaging for campaigns, especially today; Leno's Law advances in California to the State Assembly committee; Discussion of Luigi Mangione upcoming court appearance, and possible pleas.

Modesto City Council "public comment" meeting discussion from Tuesday's Council Meeting: debate over "data centers,"  comments from those who watched the meeting and attended, and excellent and transparent interview with Modesto City Councilmember Nick Bavaro.  Review of major primary results from Tuesday across the nation; White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to step down at the end of August; Small child misbehavior causes airline flight in Canada to be canceled--details and discussion.

Massachusetts Governor signs abortion bill removing any age thresholds for the fetus, and “an abortion may be performed by a physician based upon the professional judgment of the physician;”  Review of today’s big primaries across the nation; Protest against data centers planned ahead of Modesto City Council meeting; Marine freed from Russia prison; Review of new Attorney General Todd Blanche’s experience and assessment by law professor Jonathan Turley.

The War in Iran…a cat and mouse game?  Deep discussions on growing dissatisfaction with a circular pattern aiming at an agreement; The WNBA controversy embraces a major rift in societal values; The Dr. Fauci Files now include texts revealing thoughts about vaccine mRNA threats to pregnant women during the pandemic;  California’s Data Deletion (DROP) Program—free?; and what are potential dangers with the State at the controls?

Very substantive calls and discussions with listeners over a variety of subjects, including: City of Modesto posting that the Muni Code prohibits data centers, yet neither we nor the local paper have found that specific language; Debates about data centers, questions about at least doing feasibility studies vs. outright prohibitions; ICE, veterans, and the need for immigration reform to address veteran issues; Value of visionary infrastructure before developments; Voting and apathy; Local report on classic car gatherings and shows coming up!

Analyzing the Michigan US Senate Democratic Primary results; Apathy, and how it radically affects elections and the future of the nation;  Another possible assassin arrested near Trump golf course in Southern California; Water, and how it plays into recent cyber attacks in cities, factoring into “data center” feasibility studies, and how cannabis farms deplete groundwater.

Recent and new GOP impediments to Todd Blanche’s confirmation as US Attorney General; Possibility of a data center in Modesto—discussion of pros and cons, and Stephen Moore’s recent impressions of a data center in Louden County, VA; The fight over California’s Prop 39 and how it will be described on the ballot in November; Alameda County considers a $30 minimum wage; and headlines of the day.

The Twin Falls, Idaho shooting at an In N Out—digging behind  the headlines, comparing Idaho and California Second Amendment laws, how regular training helped a citizen potentially save many lives; ICE enforcement updates, arrests are up; California public school census declining; Listener questions the nature of God.

Listener calls and topics on “What’s On Your Mind Friday!” including: upcoming classic car shows and gatherings; Unintended effects of California’s next minimum wage increase in January; Frank the "Poet Laureate" of the Mike Douglass Show offers a tribute; Rocklin company tapped to create lunar rover systems; Backlash on Mayor Mamdani’s “pied-a-terre” tax involves investigative reporter’s 81-year-old mother; Listener questions about the Qur’an compared to the Bible; Host delves into why context is so important in research and Scripture study as well.

Teen lifeguard braves mighty waves to rescue boy from drowning; State of Calif attempts incentives to buy electric vehicles; CA law aims to lessen penalties for shoplifters; Deep dive into why it’s not compassionate to help people stay sick or dysfunctional; More discussions of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s background.

A wild ride through host and listener perspectives on the Dr. Anthony Fauci hearing in the U.S. Senate today…amid 111 invocations of the Fifth Amendment, the drama in the room, and retrospectives on the pandemic era and thoughts on how we respond in the future.

Lessons and insights learned from the Sen. Lindsey Graham funeral and tributes; Perspectives regarding DSA influence on today’s Democratic party, Iran, and the economic health of America;  The value of the “work ethic” as an American virtue; Discussion of various dimensions of KY Gov. Andy Beshear’s letter to Sen. Mitch McConnell, and the empty rhetoric on one hand, and the responsibility to voters to be fit for service on the other.

How to do effective battle in the arena of ideas—identifying the problems then presenting the solutions or better concepts; Democratic Socialists of America drop the masks and say they’re out to abolish the Constitutional Republic…evidence in their own words; Thoughts on the status of the Iran War, including the contributing factors of regional Iranian proxies and their attacks on other nations, choking the air out of the Iranian economy, and finding alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz; Proposed California bill would excuse victims of abuse and violence from committing abuse and violence against others (AB 910).

“What’s On Your Mind Friday” listener calls and eclectic topics; Greater Modesto area weekend classic car events; Iran war discussion with a former Iraq resident familiar with the Middle East dynamics; headlines of the week.

Can the SAVE America Act be saved in the Senate?;  Parsing the out-of-control "he" jumping up and down uncontrollably over not being called "she" in Florida--handling aggression, extended conflict, and the mentally disturbed; Member of VP Secret Service Protection detail on "admin leave" for apparently not being so secret; Excellent article reviewed on "Where Is Muslim-American Assimilation Headed?"

Perspectives on bringing the Iran war to a successful close in the near future; Congresswoman Crockett searches for racism in World Cup; Napa joins a few other cities banning "drive-throughs;" Host's tribute to Ethics and Religion columnist Michael McManus, the first Community Marriage Policy in the nation signed in Modesto, and Modesto's unique spiritual heritage including The Modesto Manifesto in 1948.

A new perspective on data centers worth considering; Castle Doctrine appears not to be a factor in shooting as mother shoots male emerging from under her 13 year old’s bed; A new mental health training in California CCW permit training?; Insights into current Iran war operations from a former Iraq resident.

FIFA World Cup final game wrap-up; Domestic terror attack, in front of Federal building in NYC; Extensive examination of NYC Mayor’s statements regarding arresting Israeli PM Netanyahu, and the duplicity buried within the quotes; California DMV asked to explain details of 11,000 recalls of Driver Licenses by Democratic State Senator.

Greater Modesto car shows and cruise events with Cruisin' Correspondent Jerry!; Highlights of President Trump address on Thursday July 16; California electric vehicle mandates and expense of bringing gas engines into smog compliance bodes questionable future for internal combustion engines; Wide range of listener topics from "where are the outcomes" of new revelations, who may succeed Donald Trump for GOP nomination in '28; perspectives on Iran, and the virtue of generosity throughout American history.

Ballot initiative cleared to gather signatures to repeal California’s “top two/jungle primary” election system for non-federal offices; Discussions about AI Data Centers—the pros, the cons, and the future of the U.S. in the balance; UC Chancellor of the Univ. of California San Francisco gives murky answer to whether only women get pregnant.

The fast-growing cancer forming tumors in the U.S.: The Democratic Socialists of America.  Their dangerous and destructive plans and policies in their own words!

SCOTUS Justices Coney-Barrett and Kagen lobby for $14 million for increased security—we discuss the real tragedy here; The curious case of the Utah judge postponing the preliminary hearing for Charlie Kirk’s accused killer until September 1st; Exploring reasons for the pace of the war with Iran; Reasons why YOU are the message!

Why Sen. Lindsey Graham became so present in the midst of great domestic and global issues of the day; Who is Sen. Graham's sister, Darline, who has been appointed to fill out his term in the Senate; Culver City and why it's important to dig past the headlines of poorly researched stories; Listeners grapple with abruptness of life; Our host frames voting as being a good steward of a blessing.

Maine US Senate candidate Graham Platner submits letter dropping out of the race--with an expletive at the end; Judge in evidence hearing for the accused killer of Charlie Kirk delays final decision to go to trial until September 1st; Listener calls and topics.

The Graham Platner Saga--our host's take on Platner's demeanor and believability in his "withdrawing" video; Exercise in critical thinking--analyzing a Harry Truman meme on socialism.

Two tiered justice system?  Former judge receives only a fine for helping illegal alien evade federal officers; More deadly cases of failures to enforce immigration law. USPS postage going up shortly!  The Graham Platner drama continues. Federal DOJ sis sending teams to 15 jurisdictions to ensure voting law compliance and prevent fraud.

The Graham Platner Dilemma--analysis of how the Democratic party is handling a problematic candidate, and the possible strategies of avoiding primary results; NYC high-rise building under renovation poses a safety hazard with bricks falling and floors collapsing; Lawlessness and how bad choices have bad consequences; Man pleading guiltyu to doxxing a female ICE attorney faces possible federal prison time.

Reflections on the Freedom 250 Salute to America celebration in Washington DC on July 4th; Where we've been and where we're headed as a nation.

Follow up on the ACLU lawsuit against the City of Modesto regarding its "Mask Ordinance" related to protests; New over-the-top laws in effect now in California; San Marcos couple battling homeowners' association over flying the Stars and Stripes on the frame of their garage (been there 20 years!); MN Gov. Tim Walz pardons an illegal alien sex offender accused of repeatedly raping and assaulting a 10 year old girl for two years.

Why all is not lost with the Supreme Court decision on birthright citizenship; a couple climbs to top of Empire State Building antenna…to get engaged?; follow-up details on California billed killed in committee to prevent registered sex offenders from running for office—but a new bill survived but much more watered down; Federal district judge issues temporary block on Modesto’s ban on masks at protests—discussion regarding the details of the law, and whether it’s been enforced properly.

Review of today’s Supreme Court Decisions, with special focus on the Birthright Citizenship issue, and Justice Thomas’ expert dissent; Review of Jessica Gorman’s incisive and moving testimony before the House Judiciary Committee regarding the murder of her 18-year-old daughter by an accused illegal immigrant now waiting for trial.

Review of SCOTUS decisions on June 29 (emphasis upon Watson v Republican National Committee re: upholding decision permitting ballots received after election day); Extensive observations and discussion about the rise of socialism in the U.S.; and status of the Iran war.

Classic car shows in the greater Modesto area; Calif. Voter Foundation releases study showing problems with long ballot count and resulting space for confusion and misinformation; CENTCOM strikes back  after Iranian drones fired at ship in Strat of Hormuz; Shasta County (CA) plans for local voter ID procedures survives a court challenge for the moment; and review of top headlines this week.

The devastating earthquake in Venezuela; Review and ramifications of four new Supreme Court Decisions (favoring common sense); Warnings about utility scams; and Utility rates going up!

Analyzing and parsing the deep socialist influence in the New York City Democratic Primary results for Congressional Districts, leading to the General Election in November.  What do the results say about the Democratic Party today?: Is this NYC-specific or a national trend?; Comments from both Democrats and Republicans in healthy discussions!

Details on Dr. Anthony Fauci from retiring DNI Tulsi Gabbard—but will Dr. Fauci be held accountable given his Biden Admin. pardon?: The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool kerfuffle—no major complaints during Obama Administration restorations; NY Democrat Congressman Dan Goldman told not to return to NYC coffee shop over his mild support of Israel; Details released of radical left operations against ICE; Arrests, prosecutions, and guilty verdicts come in over last year’s Texas assault against ICE officers and center, and another suspect arrested in UFC America 250 foiled domestic terrorism plot.

Surveys show disparity since 2001 between GOP and Democrat views of America and Independence Day; Our host reads Fredrick Douglass' conclusion of an 1852 speech, which appears to contradict a former MSNBC/MSNOW host's interpretation of his remarks; Suspect in Florida dispenses some 3,000 fraudulent Nurse degrees and certifications; Insightful listener calls.

Classic Car events in the Greater Modesto area; History of "Juneteenth;" Tributes to Fathers and wise as well as humorous sayings from fathers; The importance and value of fathers to families, and to our culture.

California State issues; Guest interview with Retired FBI Agt. Bob DeKlinski on the foiled domestic terror attack allegedly planned for the UFC America 250 event last Sunday.

Parsing the U.S./Iran MOU; Modesto School Board ready to vote itself a significant stipend raise--two Trustees voting "no" and why" Overview of the "Rape Gang Inquiry" by UK House of Commons Member Rupert Lewis--what it may mean for the United States, and discussions with listeners about the clash of incompatible cultures and ethics.

Domestic terror attack foiled against last Sunday's UFC America 250 event; Countdown to ceremonial signing of an agreement with Iran...good arguments for and against early release of the details; Barna study shows hopeful results about American teens working through questions of stability, truth, belonging, and faith

Impressions of the UFC America 250 event at the White House on June 14; Some Knicks fans celebrate NBA victory by destruction and assaults; Notes on Congressional Candidate Adam Hamawy (Democrat, New Jersey); EPA rehearses role in helping victims of the January 2025 fires in Southern California; Space X goes public and Elon Musk is the first trillionaire.

American Graffiti Festival kicks off in Modesto, with live parade route report from "Jerry, the Cruisin' Correspondent;" Big sports weekend (FIFA, NBA, Hockey, UFC event at White House); FIFA referee from Somalia turned away from entry into U.S.: L.A. Times article--conflicting message (election fraud or no election fraus...our host has the key two paragraphs!); Listener calls and topics.

US holds up Iran strikes...agreement pending?: CA Gov Newsom touts protection of California election procedures to POTUS; Reviewing the Belfast beheading attempt; Congresswoman Crockett's inappropriate comments regarding the killing of 17 yr old Austin Metcalf after conviction of the killer.

New York TImes' surprising Op-Ed re: California election processing; U.S. strikes begin against Iran; Thoughts about Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner; US DOJ seizes 13 domains designed to get nationally sensitive data; the Karmelo Anthony verdict.

U.S. Response to Apache chopper shot down over Strait of Hormuz; Perspectives on California's long delays in processing ballots (31 days to Sec State certification); Status of Los Angeles Mayoral race; Federal DOJ investigating California's ballot processing protocols.

Commemorating the invasion of Normandy--D Day--June 6, 1944; California's drawn out ballot processing system leaves at least the question of impropriety, as the Federal DOJ examines that process; Updates on major changes in the race for Governor and L.A. Mayor; The Plattner dilemma in Maine; NYC Mayor Mamdani calls for the end of ICE; Gallo set to close Lodi location, affecting 20 jobs there.

Listener calls and topics; Cruisin' Correpondent Jerry with the cruise update for Modesto!' California primaries, and why it takes so long to process ballots (including "curing"); overview of top stories of the past week; US Attorneys investigating potential election fraud violations in California and in Los Angeles in particular.

250 years of sacrifice...worth celebrating!; California still counting ballots; Story of two doctors, now serving as co-directors of their hometown ER!