Ep 388: A Rough Week

Ep. 388 Ken and Dave discuss the dominating story of the week, exposing horrible people, a school shooting, a school shooting that wasn’t, Hyundai delays, Woodstock shows what responsible conservatives do, and Lucy Kemp becomes a Smokey.

• Charlie Kirk Assassination & Political Violence: A deep dive into the tragic killing of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. The episode discusses Kirk's rise, his impactful debate style, the assailant Tyler Robinson and his radicalization, and the broader implications of rising political violence, including public and corporate reactions to derogatory comments online.
• Military Social Media Conduct: Instances of military personnel facing repercussions for political commentary on social media, emphasizing the service's apolitical nature and the need for stricter guidelines.
• Colorado School & Naval Academy Shootings: Coverage of a school shooting in Colorado and a separate incident at the US Naval Academy, highlighting the differences in motives and the dangers of misinformation.
• Hyundai Plant Delays & Workforce Challenges: An update on the Hyundai plant in Georgia, which is experiencing significant delays due to the removal of unauthorized workers and challenges in securing a qualified local workforce.
• World's Richest Man - Larry Ellison: Discussion on Oracle CEO Larry Ellison briefly surpassing Elon Musk as the world's wealthiest individual, exploring the scale of such immense wealth.
• Woodstock's Fiscal Success & Mayor Caldwell: Celebration of Mayor Michael Caldwell's leadership in Woodstock, Georgia, resulting in a net decrease in property taxes, a thriving business-friendly environment, and doubled business revenues.
• Governor Kemp's Daughter Becomes State Trooper: Governor Brian Kemp's daughter, Lucy Kemp, joins the Georgia State Patrol after completing rigorous training, underscoring the value of law enforcement experience.
• College Football & Current Events: Brief takes on college football outcomes, the quiet hurricane season, and personal stories involving family dynamics at games.