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The News
Download iTunes Subscribe Share	All sides pledge commitment to lasting Middle East peace but Bolton says no substantive progress was made, Hillary blasts skeptics of peace process, another Gulf of Mexico oil rig suffers an explosion, California senate race gets heated.

No Substantive Progress

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The Obama administration is trumpeting the resumption of peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians. But as Netanyahu and Abbas meet face-to-face, was anything accomplished? What reaction from the State Department tells the real story of this summit? How will settlements and Iranian nukes impact this process? We ask these questions and more to John Bolton, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.

More Certainty, Lower Taxes
Download iTunes Subscribe Share	The economy may be entering a stall and the outlook isn't any better for the small business community. Colorado Rep. Doug Lamborn says his constituents are holding off on expansion and development due to high taxes and burdensome regulations. So which government policies are creating the biggest problems and what solutions are business owners advocating? We ask Rep. Lamborn.

Obama's Foreign Policy Week
Download iTunes Subscribe Share	President Obama spent most of this week focused on foreign policy - announcing the end of combat operations in Iraq on Tuesday and hosting a Middle East summit over the past two days. But why will any progress at this summit be very unlikely and how effective was Obama's speech on Iraq? We discuss all that and next week's return of Congress with John Gizzi, political editor at Human Events.

Jobs, Jobs, Jobs

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Thousands of Texans rallied at multiple sites today to urge President Obama to lift the moratorium on drilling in the Gulf of Mexico and restore tens of thousands of jobs for energy workers in the region. How has this effort become a bipartisan crusade? Why is Obama persisting with this moratorium when the leaders of his own commission say it's unnecessary? And how should we characterize the current state of the economy? We talk with Texas Rep. Kevin Brady, the top House Republican on the Joint Economic Committee.

Troops Being Robbed of Votes

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Last year, Congress passed legislation mandating that states make sure ballots are mailed to our overseas service members with plenty of time for them to be returned before Election Day. But since then, some states have refused to comply, while others have asked for exemptions for this year's elections. In response, the Department of Justice has done virtually nothing to enforce the new laws. So what reason do these states have for not taking steps to protect the votes of our troops? Why isn't the Justice Department doing more? Is this about politics or about bureaucratic incompetence? And what can you do to help protect the voting rights of our military? We ask J. Christian Adams, former attorney for the Department of Justice Civil Rights Division. He is also a contributor to Pajamas Media.

Obama's Iraq Decision Political

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On Tuesday night, President Obama declared combat operations in Iraq to be completed and that Iraq was officially was now in charge of its security and its future. But how much combat will our remaining troops still see? Why might the timing of this decision be more political than strategic? And what was obviously missing from the speech that indicates how the Obama administration approaches the ongoing threat posed by Islamic extremists? We ask retired USMC Gen. Geoffrey Higginbotham.

Magnificent Work
Download iTunes Subscribe Share	Retired U.S. Army Lt. General Jerry Boykin describes what U.S. troops have accomplished in Iraq, what military leaders learned and what key mistakes were made. Above all, he explain just how amazingly the men and women of our military have performed over the past seven-plus years.

Sacrifice and Success
Download iTunes Subscribe Share	As combat operations in Iraq come to an official close today, just how stable are conditions there thanks to our troops and their incredible work? Are Iraqis ready to take over? And what does Iraq veteran Pete Hegseth think about at such a major milestone? We ask Hegseth, who is executive director of Vets for Freedom.

Setting the Story Straight

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President Obama will address the nation this evening to declare the end of combat operations in Iraq and a transfer of control to the Iraqi government. So what should be the Obama strategy in Iraq moving forward? Should all troops be out by the end of next year or will Obama let conditions on the ground be his guide? Does he need to acknowledge the surge he opposed was the right thing to do? And what should he say about the fight in Afghanistan? We ask Georgia Rep. Tom Price, chairman of the Republican Study Committee.

'Killing the Entrepreneur'
Download iTunes Subscribe Share	President Obama made another push for his small business agenda on Monday, blaming Senate Republicans for blocking the legislation. So why are Republicans so opposed to the Obama plan? What will be their economic program if voters return them to a majority? And what are voters saying they want from Washington when it comes to jobs? We ask Ohio Rep. Bob Latta.

Christianity and Our Founding

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Glenn Beck drew a large crowd to the Lincoln Memorial on Saturday to deliver an address on what he called restoring honor and turning again to God, who gave us our freedoms. Were there obvious political overtones to a seemingly nonpolitical event? What is the real story concerning Christianity and the founding of our nation? And what should we make of a Mormon delivering a call for a Christian revival? We ask Robert Knight of the American Civil Rights Union and Coral Ridge Ministries.

Tea Party Furious at Race Charge

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A former colleague of Martin Luther King has labeled the Tea Party as racist for using the date and site of King's 'I Have A Dream speech to hold a rally for its goals and demands for our government. So is there a streak of racism within the Tea Party? Can anyone prove they're not a racist? And how are the media taking sides in this story? We talk with Bob Parks, a member of the Project 21 Black Leadership Council and video producer at the Media Research Center.

Battle Hymn of the Tea Party
Download iTunes Subscribe Share	A major rally of conservatives and Tea Party participants are coming to Washington this weekend for an event headlined by Glenn Beck. But as the Tea Party grows in power and influence, the Capitol Steps poke some fun at the most vocal elements. Our guest is Steps star Elaina Newport.

Obama's Unilateral Disarmament

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President Obama has set the vision for a world free of nuclear weapons. But, former Pentagon official Frank Gaffney warns the Obama strategy seems to be to dismantle our own nuclear arsenal while no other nation follows suit. Why does Gaffney see the updated START treaty with Russia as a troubling step towards unilateral disarmament? Why is the U.S. nuclear stockpile on the brink of elimination even without the reductions contained within the treaty? Why does Gaffney believe Iran has a more modern and productive nuclear program than we do? And what would it take to maintain a nuclear program that serves as an effective deterrent? We discuss it all with Frank Gaffney, who is now president of the Center for Security Policy.

The Lessons of the Primaries
Download iTunes Subscribe Share	John Gizzi of Human Events offers his analysis of the shocking primary results in Alaska and Florida and how the unlikely nominees are likely to fare in November. He also explains why John McCain won easily and why Ben Quayle seems headed to Congress. Gizzi also offers his thoughts on the Republican prospects in two big statewide races in California.

The Ongoing Damage of Katrina

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Dr. Rebecca Thomley was a Red Cross first responder who was among the earliest entrants into the Lower Ninth War of New Orleans following the devastating floods triggered by Hurricane Katrina. What are her most vivid memories of the disaster five years ago? What vow did she make in 2005 that she continues today? How much progress has been made in rebuilding the Lower Ninth Ward and in rehabilitating the people impacted by Katrina? We discuss all this and more with Dr. Thomley.

On to November

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Tuesday's primaries witnessed the survival of John McCain and the Tea Party striking major blows against the GOP establishment in Florida and Alaska. So how did McCain coast while other party favorites encountered big trouble? Will the Tea Party hopefuls actually win in November or just make it easier for Democrats to keep power? And is the economy officially an albatross for Democrats or could some good news in the next couple of months help Democrats? We ask Richard Benedetto, longtime White House Correspondent for USA TODAY.

On the Economic Brink Again

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Horrific housing numbers, persistently high unemployment and a pessimistic streak on Wall Street have many people bracing for another economic downturn. And some even believe the U.S. could begin defaulting on government bonds. So is this a bump in the road or is another major fiscal crisis just around the corner? Why is the recently passed financial reform bill largely to blame? How will the government respond to another downturn? And what should you do with your money? We ask Ty Young, CEO of Ty J. Young, Inc., a leading wealth management company.

Lessons of the Housing Plunge

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Sales of existing homes plunged more than 27 percent in July. Why the huge decline? Is it an indicator of a worsening economy or is it too soon to to predict a deeper recession? Should President Obama's small business plan be approved by Congress? Should Obama fire his top economic advisers as GOP House Leader John Boehner suggests? And what will trigger an economic turnaround? We ask Heritage Foundation economist J.D. Foster.

Obama's 'Post-American Presidency'

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President Obama poured gasoline on an already raging fire when he offered his support for the new Islamic center adjacent to Ground Zero. But is it an isolated controversy or part of a dangerous Obama world view that seeks to diminish America and subject us to the whims of the international community? We ask Pamela Geller, co-author of The Post-American Presidency: The Obama Administration's War on America . Geller also explains why she sees the fight against the mosque at Ground Zero as vital for America and why Obama's failure to see America as exceptional is a major concern.

Regulations May Force Single Payer

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The new health care laws do not include a single payer system, but rules being implemented by the Department of Health and Human Services could put burdens on private insurance companies that could force them out of business. How could this happen? How would it impact the cost of your premium and the quality of the care you receive? We ask Galen Institute President Grace-Marie Turner, and get her reaction to the government spending five billion dollars of your money for health programs in New Jersey and Connecticut - even though only three people have signed up for them.