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Bold and blunt: Washington Times online opinion editor Cheryl Chumley brings her no-holds-barred take on the big issues of the day.

Israel, Iran engaged in clash of civilizations 06/19/2025

Israel, Iran engaged in clash of civilizations Israel's war on Iran is not so much preemptive, as it is reactive: Iran, after all, through its proxies, has been attacking the Jewish nation for years, most horrifically, perhaps, on October 7, 2023. And now, as Israel targets Iran's military structures and nuclear sites, Iran is responding by hitting Israel's housing sectors and its main hospital. It really is a case of clashing worldviews; it really is a matter of good versus evil. Yael Eckstein, president of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, is on the ground, in the war-torn areas, setting personal safety aside to get food, medical supplies and other necessities to those Israelis who've seen their homes destroyed by Iranian missiles, or have been displaced out of fears of airstrikes. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/37081365

America should help Israel win 06/17/2025

America should help Israel win It's not enough for Americans to cheer Israel from a distance in the Jewish nation's war against Iran. America ought to be willing to enter militarily if necessary. Israel's war is America's war — is all of civil society's war. And taking out a terrorist threat that has not only gone after Israel's people, but also America's, is not exactly a war of the so-called military industrial complex. It's a war of good versus evil and America is a named enemy. The chant, after all, is "death to Israel, death to America." Dr. Susan Michael, president of International Christian Embassy Jerusalem, talks about what she's hearing from the ground in Israel. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/37047565

The Bible still matters 06/12/2025

The Bible still matters Is the Bible applicable in today's modern society — and can its content be trusted to help believers solve every question that pops up, from which job to take to where to live to what to cook for dinner? Answer: Yes. Many modern Americans believe in God; that is to say, believe God exists. But far too many believers don't think God works in their own personal lives. They think God is too busy, too distant, too unconcerned to deal with the day-to-day. But that's completely untrue. Mark Gerson, author of "God Was Right," has much to say about the matter. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36977645

Serving God on the job 06/10/2025

Serving God on the job Christians may do a decent job of attending church, reading the Bible and applying biblical truths to their own lives. But where it gets difficult for Christians is when they go to work on Monday — and their jobs are secular so they're expected to leave God at home. But this is not how God wants us to live. God wants to be part of everything; He wants us to walk with Him 24/7, 365 days a year, wherever we are and whatever we're doing. Serving God is not solely a Sunday thing. Jonathan Isaac, NBA star with the Orlando Magic, shares his new Christian apparel line and how he brings God into a sometimes celebrity-driven, secular world. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36943965

America the virtuous 06/05/2025

America the virtuous If America is to stay free, then citizens must be virtuous. But what does that mean? Too often, virtue is a word that's mistakenly used as a synonym for principle or idea or value. And if people can't even agree on its definition, then how can we instill it as a need in the minds of Americans? David Hein, author of "Teaching the Virtues," discusses. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36875560

Big Pharma, putting America last 06/03/2025

Big Pharma, putting America last The pharmaceutical industry in America has grown its profits massively in recent years, but if you think executives are passing this along to the consumer, think again. Americans are having to pay twice as much, three times as much — 15 times as much — for the same medicines Big Pharma sells to others around the world. Why is that? Part of the reason is — they can. They've taken full advantage of the free market this country provides, and have spent their profits more on marketing and advertising than on lowering prescription costs. J.D. Hayworth, former congressman now with Pharmaceutical Reform Alliance, talks solutions. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36839840

God the genius mathematician 05/29/2025

God the genius mathematician Math to many is just another class to struggle through; just another course that has to be taken in order to graduate or get into college. And one of the most common questions among math-haters in school is this: Why do I need to know this if I'm not going into math for a career? The reason is simple. Math is God's way of laying out the universe. Dr. William West discusses his years of research, in his new "Sacred Science," that attributes God's universal creation to eight mathematical equations. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36775285

From dark to light, from Biden to Trump 05/27/2025

From dark to light, from Biden to Trump Moving from the Joe Biden White House to the Donald Trump Administration has been like a shift from dark to light, from night to day — from evil to good, even. Just look at the latest revelations from a former Biden aide who said many in the Democrat Party regarded Trump as such an existential threat to society that they willingly engaged in "undemocratic" actions so long as the end result brought destruction against all-things-MAGA. Talk about evil. Mary Walter, host of Mary Walter Radio, talks up the good, bad and ugly of politics, and particularly of Team Trump. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36736715

Benjamin Franklin's advice for America 05/22/2025

Benjamin Franklin's advice for America The Founding Fathers would have been very pleased with some of the politics of modern America, but on the other hand, very displeased with others. Benjamin Franklin, in particular, would not favor the growth of government — but at the same time, he would appreciate some of the globalism that has advanced the economies of the world. Mark Skousen is an eighth-generation descendant of Franklin and has penned the book, "The Greatest American," aimed at showing why this founder-slash-inventor-slash-diplomat was truly so genius. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36681795

Trump's Middle East miscalculation 05/20/2025

Trump's Middle East miscalculation President Donald Trump is an expert strategist, a national treasure and a true American patriot. But he's still only human, and therefore, prone to political missteps and mistakes. And on his recent Middle East trip, he's cut deals that might very well prove to be costly for America down the line. It's like when Republicans thought they could turn China into a more modern, capitalistic and free society by opening the nation's doors to economic opportunity. Beware entangling overseas alliances, George Washington warned. Hedieh Mirahmadi Falco, a Muslim-turned-Christian and a U.S. national security expert, tells where Trump may have fallen a bit short on his Mideast dealings. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36648200

America's divine founding 05/15/2025

America's divine founding About half of Americans believe this nation was founded on divine intervention and Christian principles, to be used by God for heavenly purposes — and the rest don't know truthful history. Too many leftists are trying to eradicate the factual founding of this country, as a means of getting rid of God from the public square. Michael Medved's newest movie, "The American Miracle," shows with historical accuracy the greatness of this country has been rooted in godly intervention since the beginning. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36585510

CCP can’t stop Christianity from spreading 05/13/2025

CCP can’t stop Christianity from spreading The communists in China have been busily clamping down on religious freedoms, and have even issued new regulations that mandate missionaries must register with the CCP before entering the country. But the backlash is rising. And the more the CCP tries to stifle religious freedom — the more the CCP tries to persecute Christians — the more Christianity blossoms. As Jeff King, president of International Christian Concern, says: China, unbelievably enough, is now the number one exporter of Christian missionaries to the world. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36553540

Bold but humble: one of God's hardest lessons 05/06/2025

Bold but humble: one of God's hardest lessons All Christians struggle to walk that fine line between being bold, but staying humble — but for Christian women, the struggle is perhaps even more difficult. Why? Women are often told and taught that it's their biblical role to walk in quiet obedience to their husbands, to their church leaders, to those they are serving — yet this is not how Jesus saw women. And it's a shame when women who have talents and gifts galore are shamed into silence based on faulty Bible teachings. Maybe that's why young women are leaving the church nowadays. Misty Phillip has a new book, “Spark Your Influence,” that teaches women specifically how to be submissive yet bold — just as Jesus was. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36462500

Marxism in the church 05/01/2025

Marxism in the church Marxism has really snuck into America's churches, and that's a problem for several reasons — mostly because it leads congregations down a path of false teaching. Marxist teachings come from Satan, not God. If America's faith communities are filled with those who think Jesus would be a socialist or communist or Marxist if he were walking the earth today, then this country is on a crash course for destruction. America is only as strong as its churches. Chad Connelly, founder of Faith Wins, discusses the problems with today's churches, as well as the Donald Trump administration's open embrace of Christianity. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36397210

America's Christian reawakening 04/29/2025

America's Christian reawakening President Donald Trump has gone increasingly public with his faith, even mentioning the left's dreaded J-word — Jesus — for all the world to hear. This is good for all of America because when there's a White House that recognizes and respects the Christian founding of the country, the concept of God-given rights and liberties shines brightly. But it's not just in the political circles that Christianity is coming alive. The culture — the world of entertainment — is striking back at the darkness and evil that's crept into movies, into games, into videos over the years. Bill Abbott, CEO of Great American Media, talks about the more godly times we're seeing in America. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36363475

Trump's star rises, except with Democrats 04/24/2025

Trump's star rises, except with Democrats The latest Pew Research Center survey numbers of this White House's favor with the people are in and no surprise, Republicans by and large are loving President Donald Trump, while Democrats are not. Democrats are in lockstep on their hatred for Trump's policies. But America is back on track for a new age of golden politicking, including in foreign affairs. Shea Bradley Farrell, president of Counterpoint Institute, speaks from Hungary about the regard for Trump she's experiencing on the streets in Europe. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36299690

Christians, put your money where your mouth is 04/22/2025

Christians, put your money where your mouth is Christians, are you tired of your money being used to advance causes that completely conflict with biblical teachings and truths? Are you concerned your banking decisions and financial investments will ultimately help fund abortion, far-left interests and outright evil activities? Nick Vujicic of NickV Ministries talks about his newest venture, ProLifeFinTech, a financial technology company that actually provides pro-life banking solutions to Christians and those of faith. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36268550

Politics of the pope 04/17/2025

Politics of the pope It’s Holy Week, one of Christianity’s most reflective of seasons, and no time like the leadup to Easter to talk all-things-pope. Pope Francis has waded into politics in ways that have outraged many in America, particularly on border control, capitalism and climate change. So what’s a good Catholic to do? As author, singer, podcaster, journalist Raymond Arroyo of Fox News and EWTN fame: This is a time of great optimism for the church, for the faith, and for believers. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36212060

The weak FTC court case against Mark Zuckerberg 04/15/2025

The weak FTC court case against Mark Zuckerberg Mark Zuckerberg is in court right now, fighting an antitrust suit brought by the FTC against his Meta for a previous purchase of WhatsApp and Instagram. But this is a weak lawsuit. And sad to say, for conservatives who’ve been desiring a take-down of Zuckerberg for his brash and anti-American stifling of free speech on his social media platforms — this isn’t a case that should be cheered. Why? Principle matters. Principle, not politics, matters when it comes to rule of law, the Constitution and the long-term future of American freedoms. Robert Bork Jr. discusses. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36160385

Revenge quitting, and the youth-driven demise of success 04/11/2025

Revenge quitting, and the youth-driven demise of success Today’s youth are facing a crisis of confidence that comes from years of being pat on the head and told that the true purpose of life is to find happiness for happiness’ sake — character, hard work, goal-setting, achievement and living God’s will be danged. Blame it on the participation trophy types. They were the ones who told kids self-esteem has nothing to do with achieving based on work and creativity and drive. Now America’s younger generations are floundering a bit in the work force, expecting things they haven’t earned and feeling like failures — and quitting — when they don’t get what they expect. Successful businessman and “Solid Ground” author Tom Lewis tells how to get youth back on the track of godly and productive living, and in turn, all of America. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36104085

Media bias, bias and more bias 04/08/2025

Media bias, bias and more bias Members of the press by and large lean left — that’s the truth; polls and surveys over the years have shown most journalists vote Democrat, even the ones who claim to be independent. This is a problem because it means the American people can’t trust the reporters to report honestly on the political landscape. Just ask President Donald Trump — Russia collusion, pee tapes and more Russia collusion! And what about Hunter Biden? Roger Ream, president of The Fund for American Studies, discusses the state of today’s media landscape and how it can be better balanced. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/36058490

Taking back America’s schools 04/03/2025

Taking back America’s schools It’s time for America to take back its education system and teach the coming generations in the proper way to go — meaning, let’s leave the Marxism at home. American Exceptionalism relies on the idea that individual freedoms and rights come from a Creator; that each and every individual is born with God-given rights and liberties. And it also relies on the idea that America has done great good in the world. But today’s schools are teaching the opposite — that there is no God, that government is the provider of all and that America is the root of all that’s gone wrong in the world. Colorado Christian University’s president, Eric Hogue, talks about how to save education, save the minds of America’s youth and ultimately, save America. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/35997815

Christian conservatives on the march 04/01/2025

Christian conservatives on the march One of the greatest ways to ensure America stays free and Americans maintain their individual liberties is to fill the halls and offices of government with those who understand the concept of God-given liberties and rights — that is to say, Christians, and those of Judeo-Christian belief. That's a nightmare for the left. But it's really the way to preserve the concept of individualism and limited governance that Founding Fathers gave when they forged this great nation. Adam Josefczyk and his Forge Leadership staff are busily training the next generation of leaders to do just that. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/35966800

Too few women in politics? 03/25/2025

Too few women in politics? Fully 53 percent of Pew Research Center respondents said there were too few American women in politics. What do you think? What's clear is that there are too few women holding Republican Party offices. When you look at the data and break down the figures, whether it's federal, state or municipal offices, fact is Democrats outnumber Republicans when it comes to women office-holders. This trend needs to change. Rep. Lisa McClain is the House Republican Conference chair and the highest ranking woman in House Republican leadership, and she has quite a bit to say about the state of the nation, the state of Democrats, the state of the leftist attacks on President Donald Trump and more — and all in time for Women's History Month. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/35860030

January 6 questions — answered 03/20/2025

January 6 questions — answered Are you one of the millions of Americans who still have questions about what happened on January 6, the day Donald Trump is blamed for causing an uproar at the Capitol? Well, thankfully some have done some deep dive investigative looks at the activities on Capitol Hill that day, and as it turns out — surprise, surprise, wink, wink — the government narrative isn't exactly truthful. Chris Burgard talks about his investigation to find the truth of January 6, and the film he produced that he says clearly shows: this day was a "psychological operation run with military precision" by those who wanted to make sure Donald Trump would never, ever, ever become president. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/35800170

Do you believe in miracles? 03/18/2025

Do you believe in miracles? Miracles do exist. And even though some Christians are torn over believing miracles still exist today, fact is, God does indeed perform miracles regularly, and plenty of evidence shows that to be true. Billy Hallowell has a new documentary called "Investigating the Supernatural: Miracles," and in it, he takes a deep dive journalistic look at claims of medical healings and other such miraculous stories and finds — it's true. God is very much active in the lives of His creations and He does, indeed, perform miracles. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/35766730

Reagan, still great after all these years 03/13/2025

Reagan, still great after all these years Polls consistently show Ronald Reagan is considered one of America's greatest and favorite presidents and after all these years, it's still easy to understand why: He was the great communicator who looked at America through the rosiest of glasses. He saw the good in people. He saw the good in the nation. And he constantly inspired all to seek the good, no matter their individual circumstances. Today, the political climate is far too divided to expect a unity of any sorts from Washington, D.C. But back in Reagan's day, his leadership helped fuel some of the greatest feats in both politics and foreign affairs. No wonder today's politicians all want to be compared to him. Frank Lavin served with Reagan and says in his "Inside the Reagan White House" that Americans can still learn many lessons from the Gipper that apply today, particularly for those in leadership roles. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/35673305

Marxists, i.e. Democrats, destroy art 03/11/2025

Marxists, i.e. Democrats, destroy art Have you ever wondered why communists build such ugly gray cement structures? Or why artwork from leftists seems so very often vulgar and depraved? It's part of their ideology, that's why. There are key psychological reasons that those on the left seek, through culture and art and entertainment, to demonize all that's traditionally regarded as beautiful, as inspirational, as breathtaking. There's a reason Jill Biden, former first lady, offered the world such a bizarre and freaky Christmas show within the supposedly hallowed halls of the White House. Campus Reform editor-in-chief Zachary Marschall talks about the state of American art, from the breaking news perspective of what President Donald Trump is doing with the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/35643620

Gen Zers still — still! — embracing socialism 03/07/2025

Gen Zers still — still! — embracing socialism The youth of America are still embracing socialism, according to recent reports. And that's becoming a real problem for American Exceptionalism. After all, if the roots of America's greatness are vested in the idea that individual rights and liberties come from God, and government only serves to protest and preserve those individual rights and liberties, then the opposite — the opposing — view of socialism, which serves the state interests first and foremost, is the big enemy. You can't have individualism and collectivism at the same time. The two are at odds. JT Young, author of "Unprecedented Assault," talks about socialism in America and advises how best to fight it. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/35568690

Democrats are losing, MAGA is winning 03/04/2025

Democrats are losing, MAGA is winning Democrats keep making massive political missteps, and if they continue down this path, they won't only lose the midterms -- they'll lose their ability to win leadership posts in Congress and in the White House for years and years to come. That's great news for conservatives. But the question is: Why? Why are Democrats so resistant to embrace even the most common sense and unifying agendas of this Donald Trump presidency, the ones that include cleaning up waste and corruption in budget books? Constitutional conservative Allen West talks about the state of MAGA, of Democrats, of the nation and warns: Democrats worship a false god called Big Government, and they won't embrace America First agendas any time soon. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/35535710

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