The WFEA Morning Update

John Lappie: Venezuelan Drug Boat, Poll-Capitalism vs. Socialism, Younger Candidates

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Tom Novak

How does the Monroe Doctrine play into the recent destruction of the Venezuelan drug cartel boat?

We brushed off the cobwebs from our 8th-grade history class and discussed the Monroe Doctrine with Dr. John Lappie from Plymouth State University.

We also talk about a poll on support for Socialism and the push by some Maine Republicans to recruit younger candidates to run for office.

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