From The Electoral College to Feral Cats

Common Sense Ohio

We take a closer look at the structure of the U.S. government, dissecting the balance between the House, the Senate, and the Electoral College. We also navigate through the recent upheavals in the Democratic party, including Joe Biden's resignation from the presidential race, and Kamala Harris's contentious policy proposals on universal basic income, the Green New Deal, and more.

We'll also cover local politics, discussing the Ohio Fraternal Order of Police's candidate endorsements and controversies surrounding recent police shootings. As always, we're committed to generating common sense discussions and invite you to suggest topics for future episodes.

Common Sense Moments

00:00 Japan made bad military decision, delivered bomb.

10:10 Kamala chosen over Biden, voters feel tricked.

13:09 Kamala's positions: Green New Deal, health care, employment.

16:57 Concerns about potential problems with appealing ideas.

17:43 Kamala Harris compared to Kenny Norton in boxing.

21:20 Ohio is ranked by population, impacting representation. Senate balances majority and equal state weight.

27:03 America founded on diversity, not political rhetoric.

29:29 Universal Basic Income is nonsensical, dangerous, and deadly.

34:25 Voters to replace redistricting commission with 100% citizens.

37:43 Ohio ballot law blocked due to exclusivity.

39:59 The US Supreme Court handles significant legal issues.

44:17 Federal judge strikes down ATF's ban.

48:31 Ohio Supreme Court to address animal cruelty.

52:17 Ohio FOP decisions on endorsing candidates explained.

Reference to the Columbus police officer was cleared in the shooting of teenager Ma'Khia Bryant. Our video overview of the shooting that morning.

Common Sense Takeaways

The Potsdam Declaration issued to Japan during World War II, the delivery of the atomic bomb, and the USS Indianapolis incident, emphasizing the significant historical events of this date.

Steve highlights the extensive power of administrative agencies and the potential overreach without proper congressional oversight, stressing the importance of legislative processes and representative governance.

Norm highlights a criminal case involving animal cruelty, examining the legal definitions of abuse and torture, property rights, and constitutional statutes on the matter.

Checks and balances within the U.S. government, the function of the House and Senate, and the rationale behind the Electoral College system designed to balance majority rule with state representation.

Potential negative impacts of proposed policies like guaranteed income and jobs, which the hosts see as possibly fostering socialist or communist systems. Historical context is provided to underscore their views.

Skepticism and criticism regarding Joe Biden's resignation, Kamala Harris’s appointment as the Democratic candidate, and the strategic implications leading up to the 2024 election.

The state of Ohio's Fraternal Order of Police's decision not to endorse certain candidates, including Sherrod Brown and Steve Deters, due to their perceived positions and past actions affecting law enforcement.

Concerns are raised about Universal Basic Income potentially undermining work motivation, with discussions on dystopian scenarios and the importance of maintaining incentives to work.

Temporary blockage of Ohio's law allowing family members to handle mail-in ballots and debates around potential ballot harvesting, along with the implications of federal judicial decisions on firearm regulations and administrative authority.

Recorded at the 511 Studios, in the Brewery District in downtown Columbus, OH.

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Stephen Palmer is the Managing Partner for the law firm, Palmer Legal Defense. He has specialized almost exclusively in criminal defense for over 26 years. Steve is also a partner in Criminal Defense Consultants, a firm focused wholly on helping criminal defense attorneys design winning strategies for their clients.

Norm Murdock is an automobile racing driver and owner of a high-performance and restoration car parts company. He earned undergraduate degrees in literature and journalism and graduated with a Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 1985. He worked in the IT industry for two years before launching a career in government relations in Columbus, Ohio. Norm has assisted clients in the Transportation, Education, Healthcare, and Public Infrastructure sectors.

Brett Johnson is an award-winning podcast consultant and small business owner for nearly 10 years, leaving a long career in radio. He is passionate about helping small businesses tell their story through podcasts, and he believes podcasting is a great opportunity for different voices to speak and be heard.

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