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Why People Don’t Trust Political Parties.

WFEA’s The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester discusses party politics and why many Granite Staters are skeptical of both major parties. Jeff shares new information about the potential of who may or may not run for office in 2026.

Do New Hampshire Voters Care Where their Congresspeople Live?

NH Journal publisher Michael Graham drops in to discuss the curious nature of the Governors in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Michael also shares what New Hampshire voters think of the residency of NH Congresswoman Goodlander. Is it an issue?

NH Sen. Sullivan & Rep Mazur on strengthening parental rights and protecting children’s health.

NH State Senator Victori Sullivan and NH Representative Lisa Mazur joined us in the studio to discuss the key bills they helped advance this past session. These included primary legislation strengthening parental rights, legislation protecting children’s health, and a law providing advanced healthcare options to patients in need. Both explain separate, disturbing, threatening letters they receive.

The Wheel of Power and Privilege Controversy Continues.

Concerned parent Camille Craffey joins The Morning Update to discuss the Manchester School District’s lack of transparency regarding a recent controversial DEI class assignment featuring The Wheel of Power and Privilege. Camille talks about the many parents she has met with and the district’s lack of answers. 

100 Men VS 1 Gorilla.

NEC Civics Professor Nathan Shrader and WFEA host Jeff Chidester discuss the day’s political news, including the possibility of President Trump accepting a plane from Qatar, the WH’s floating suspension of habeas corpus, and President Trump’s executive order on drug costs.

The Incredible Story of a World War II Hero.

Best-selling author Dr. Walter Larimore discusses the incredible true story of his father, Lt. Phil Larimore, a World War II veteran who was the recipient of one Silver Star, two Bronze Stars, and four Purple Hearts. ‘At First Light’ is the story of a humble soldier, the youngest infantry officer who served under daily hostile fire throughout Europe.  

Republicans Battle Over the Budget and Tax in DC.

Reporter Emily Brooks of the Hill and the Weekly Newsletter ‘The Movement’ shares her recent article, which focuses on budget and tax negation underway in DC.

How Should the USA Deal with the Rising Chinese Threat.

Former US Ambassador Frank Lavin, an expert trade negotiator with President Reagan, President George H. W. Bush, and President W. Bush, discusses the current state of China with host Jeff Chidester. They also discuss the rise of Chinese military power.

Incredible Dental Programs for Struggling Veterans and Medicaid Recipients.

Northeast Delta Dental CEO/President Tom Raffio joins to provide an update on their critical outreach programs supporting Medicaid patients. We also discuss the veteran dental program, which helps struggling veterans get’ no-cost dental care.’ For those wanting to participate/seek additional information, Tom wants you to call 603.223.1300.

Will the USA Suspend Habeas Corpus?

Plymouth State University Professor Dr. John Lappie discusses POTUS Adviser Stephen Miller’s suggestion of seeking a suspension of habeas corpus. We also discuss the anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court decision Brown vs. the School Board.

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