Bill LuMaye

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

What Should We Do With Entitlements?

Dr. Michael Munger talks about the future of Entitlements.

What Is the Latest On Medicare Proposals?

Economist Henry Aaron of the Brookings Institute on the dueling Medicare Proposals.

What Is Going On With The Latest In Afghanistan?

CBS Military Analyst, Retired Major Mike Lyons, talks about the withdrawal of troops in Afghanistan and the latest in Libya.

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Michelle Bauchman: A Possible Nominee for President?

John Hood, President and CEO of the John Locke Foundation, talks with Bill and listeners about Michelle Bauchman and chance to be the nominee for the GOP in the presidential election.

Wake County Superintendent Talks about Teachers

Wake County Schools Superintendent Tony Tata discusses the district's efforts to recruit and hire minority teachers.

Gun Control Protected in NC

Brian Balfour, policy analyst at the Civitas Institute, discusses how the 2nd Amendment issues fared during the legislative session.

What's Happening with Immigration?

Bob Dane from the Federation for American Immigration Reform discusses the Democrats' amnesty plan, the Dream Act, and E-verify.

What Will Raising Taxes Do to our Current Economy?

Policy analyst Curtis Dubay of the Heritage Foundation talks about the consequences of raising taxes in a down economy.

Congressman David Price On Funding Libya

U.S. Congressman David Price on funding the military action in Libya.

What Will Happen with the Governor's Veto On Medical Bill

NC State political science professor Andy Taylor on the politics behind Governor Perdue's vetoes.

What Will Happen with the Governor's Veto On Medical Bill

Bob Seligson, CEO of the North Carolina Medical Society, on the governor's veto of the medical liability reform bill.

Will Democrats Lose Seats Next Year ?

Political Analyst, Brad Crone on the Republican redistricting maps that could draw some North Carolina Democrats out of their districts.

Wake County Superintendent Talks about Teachers

Wake County Schools Superintendent Tony Tata discusses the district's efforts to recruit and hire minority teachers.

Michelle Bauchman: A Possible Nominee for President?

John Hood, President and CEO of the John Locke Foundation, talks with Bill and listeners about Michelle Bauchman and chance to be the nominee for the GOP in the presidential election.

Gun Control Protected in NC

Brian Balfour, policy analyst at the Civitas Institute, discusses how the 2nd Amendment issues fared during the legislative session.

What's Happening with Immigration?

Bob Dane from the Federation for American Immigration Reform discusses the Democrats' amnesty plan, the Dream Act, and E-verify.

What Will Raising Taxes Do to our Current Economy?

Policy analyst Curtis Dubay of the Heritage Foundation talks about the consequences of raising taxes in a down economy.

Congressman David Price On Funding Libya

U.S. Congressman David Price on funding the military action in Libya.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Licensing Laws Have Entrepreneurs Go Back to School

Sara Burrows, Associate editor and capital reporter for Carolina Journal, discusses new occupational licensing laws.

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Slow-Moving Economy, Will it Pick Up?

NC State Economist Dr. Mike Walden talks about recent economic indicators.

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New School Assignment Plan Gives You a Choice

Ron Margiotta, Wake County Board Chairman, discusses his re-election as chairman and developments in the student assignment process.

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Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Politics of Yesterday and Today with John Hood

John Hood, President of the John Locke Foundation, discusses with Bill the treatment of politicians of the past and today and how the media affects them.

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Troops in Afghanistan to Come Home Soon

CBS military analyst Mike Lyons discusses how the changes in President Obama's administration could affect the war in Afghanistan.

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Two Hundred Bills on Governor Perdue's Desk to be Vetoed?

President of the NC Senate, Senator Phil Berger, discusses with Bill the conclusion of the legislative session.

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Ann Coulter Talks New Book "Demonic"

Ann Coulter, conservative commentator, discusses her newest book "Demonic" with Bill.

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Monday, June 20, 2011

How Do You Feel About the Voter ID?

Jeff Shaw of the NC Justice Center talks about the Voter ID Bill and the impact it will have on poor people in North Carolina.

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What is the latest with Wake County Schools

John Tedesco of the Wake County School Board talks about the current work session.

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What is the Latest on the Immigration Bill?

Ron Woodard of NC Listen on the immigration bill that requires employers to verify immigration status.

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Friday, June 17, 2011

Raleigh's Water Rates Rise

Kenneth Waldroup, Assistant Director of Public Utilities for the city of Raleigh, discusses the city's water rates.

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E-verify Bill Goes to Senate for Vote

Senator Thom Goolsby discusses with Bill the controversy surrounding the e-verify immigration bill.

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Teen Driving Law Changed

Rep. Leo Daughtry discusses adding new requirements to North Carolina's graduated licensing program for teen drivers.

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Thursday, June 16, 2011

Should We Keep Corporal Punishment in Schools

Rob Thompson, Executive Director of Covenant with NC's Children, and Bill take several listener responses on the discussion of corporal punishment in schools.

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ALIPAC Calls for Senator Berger's Removal From Office

William Gheen, President of Americans for Legal Immigration PAC, discuss their call to remove Senator Phil Berger and others over changes to an immigration bill.

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Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Are the Democrats Right About The Budget?

Perry Woods talks about the midnight override of the state budget veto and its impact on jobs and education.

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Do You Think Newt will Get the Nomination?

Newt Gingrich on why he's running for President and his new book, A Nation Like No Other."

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Congressman Walter Jones Sueing the President

Congressman Walter Jones on the lawsuit he filed regarding military action in Libya.

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Do You Agree witht the Racial Justice Act?

Pastor Alan Felton, a supporter of the Racial Justice Act, on why the General Assembly shouldn't repeal it.

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Who is the Newest Member Of The Golden Leaf Foundation

Art Pope on his appointment to the Golden Leaf Foundation, the state budget, and other legislative issues.

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Tuesday, June 14, 2011

John Hood Discusses GOP Debate

John Hood, President of the John Locke Foundation, discusses the Presidential Debate in New Hampshire.

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EPA Make Regulations, Will We Pay More?

Lisa Camooso Miller, Vice President for Media Relations for The American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity, explains how EPA regulations that seek to curb power plant emissions will raise electricity prices and cost jobs.

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Is Green the Wave of the Future?

Deneen Borelli, a Fellow of Project 21, discusses Obama supporting the green community and the connection between environmental regulations and the 16% black unemployment rate.

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Should We Share the Sacrifice?

Don Carrington, Executive Editor of the Carolina Journal discusses President Obama's visit to North Carolina as well as government job stability.

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Monday, June 13, 2011

Is the NC NAACP Racist?

NC Representative Rodney Moore on his response to Stephen Laroque calling the NAACP racist.

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Friday, June 10, 2011

Rob Schofield and Caller Response to Middle East War

Rob Schofield, Director of Research and Policy Development for the NC Policy Watch, talks with a caller on the war in the Middle East.

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The Left Has Taken Over Your TV!

Ben Shapiro, Syndicated Columnist and Author of "Prime time Propaganda: The True Hollywood Story of How the Left Took Over Your TV", discusses why Sesame Street is sending a left-of-center message to your kids.

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Legislators Vote To Lift Charter School Cap

Eddie Goodall, President of the NC Alliance for Public Charter Schools, discusses lifting the cap for charter schools.

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Thursday, June 9, 2011

Should the State Collect Union Dues?

Rob Thompson, Executive Director of the Covenant with NC's Children, discusses with Bill the state collecting union dues.

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Are Our Kids at Risk at School?

Dr. Greg Brannon, President of Founder's Truth, discusses with Bill the topic of undocumented kids are not asked for their immunization records by teachers when citizens are.

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Undocumented Kids Not Asked for Status

Jose Rico of the NC Dream Team talks with Bill on his confrontation with Representative Dale Folwell and gives his comments on why undocumented kids should not be questioned on their immigration status.

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Cap and Trade Is Back

David Kreutzer, Senior Analyist in Energy and Environmental Policy and Research Fellow in Energy Economics and Climate Change of the Heritage Foundation, discusses the effect of carbon credits at the household level.

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Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Superintendent Moss Use Students to Appeal to Lawmakers

Dallas Woodhouse, State Director of Americans For Prosperity, discusses calling for the resignation of Lee County Superintendent Jeffrey Moss due to him using third-grade students to write letters to lawmakers to raise the budget.

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Obama Isn't Worried about a Double-Dip Recession, Should We?

Dr. Mike Walden, NC State Economist, discusses with Bill who will buy U.S. debt and the prospects of a double-dip recession.

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Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Troops Moving Out of Iraq at Risk?

Mike Lyons, CBS Military Expert, discusses whether or not the last troops in Iraq are at the greatest risk.

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What is the GOP's Plan to Beat Obama?

NC GOP Chairman Robin Hayes talks about what the Republicans will have to do to fend off Obama during the 2012 election.

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More Charter Schools?

Brian Lewis of the NC Association of Educators and Peter Groff, president of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, both talk with Bill on lifting the cap on charter schools.

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Wednesday, June 1, 2011

What is the Safe Students Reform?

Rep. Dale Folwell on the Safe Students Act and workers comp reform.

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How is The Outlook for Our National Economy?

Jill Schlesinger of CBS News on the economy.

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What Will Congress Do about the Debt Ceiling?

Rep. Renee Ellmers on surpassing the debt limit.

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What is the status of the NC GOP?

NC GOP Chairman Robin Hayes talks about what Republicans will have to do to fend off Obama during the 2012 Election. Also, the North Carolina Republican Convention is being held this weekend in Wilmington.

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