<p>Make sure to check out Thistle Farms here: <a href="https://bit.ly/TSFNThistleFarms" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/TSFNThistleFarms</a> Use the code "wearweare" for 15% off of your purchase!</p> <p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith&nbsp;#Russia &nbsp;#elections #Meloni #Italy #Ukraine&nbsp;#MichaelWear &nbsp;&nbsp;#amazonpodcasts</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>On this week's epsiode, we answer one of the most frequent question we get: who should I vote for? How should I consider my vote? Back in 2016, Michael wrote a voter guide for Christians with Nelson Books, and we go over that guide in this episode, with Melissa testing out some of the answers.</p> <p>Make sure to check out Thistle Farms here: <a href="https://bit.ly/TSFNThistleFarms" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/TSFNThistleFarms</a></p> <p>Use the code "wearweare" for 15% off of your purchase!</p> <p><br></p> <p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: King Sis</p> <p>#WearWeAre #politics #faith&nbsp;#voting #voters #Christianity #MichaelWear #amazonpodcasts</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here &nbsp;&nbsp;with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- &nbsp;&nbsp;with&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith&nbsp;#UNGA #economics #legislation #Russia #Ukraine&nbsp;#MichaelWear &nbsp;&nbsp;#amazonpodcasts</p> <p><br></p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you &nbsp;subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here &nbsp;with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- &nbsp;with&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith&nbsp;#UNGA #DOJ #Fraud #AntiHunger #Macron #Biden #MentalHealth&nbsp;#MichaelWear &nbsp;#amazonpodcasts</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>On this special episode of The Morning Five, Michael recites the sermon Archbishop Justin Welby delivered at the state funeral for Queen Elizabeth II.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you &nbsp;subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here &nbsp;&nbsp;with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- &nbsp;&nbsp;with&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith&nbsp;#Jesus &nbsp;#QE2 #ArchbishopWelby&nbsp;#MichaelWear &nbsp;#amazonpodcasts</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, &nbsp;our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here &nbsp;with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- &nbsp;with&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics &nbsp;#faith&nbsp;#PuertoRico &nbsp;#QE2 #Economics&nbsp;#MichaelWear &nbsp;#amazonpodcasts</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>In this week's episode, we give you the best case and the best scenarios for the GOP this November, i.e. how they can win back the Senate and the House. If you missed our case for Democrats, then head on over to Episode 33. What do you think of our case for Republicans? Also, Melissa gives a quick overview of Queen Elizabeth II's death and how the UK has weathered the last two weeks of big changes.</p> <p>Do you have any other burning politics questions for us? Before the midterms on November 8th, we will record a listener episode, so start sending 'em in by messaging us @MichaelRWear on Twitter, @michaelwear on Instagram, or by subscribing and contacting us at <a href="//reclaiminghope.substack.com" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>. <strong>Substack subscriptions help us immensely in keeping up this podcast, so we hope you'll consider joining the community.</strong></p> <p>#WearWeAre #politics #faith #faithandpolitics #midterms #Republicans #Democrats #QueenElizabeth #UK</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- &nbsp;with&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith&nbsp;#faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #railstrike #UnitedWeStand &nbsp;#NewHampshire #midterms &nbsp;#Biden&nbsp;#MichaelWear #amazonpodcasts</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you &nbsp;subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here &nbsp;&nbsp;with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- &nbsp;&nbsp;with&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith&nbsp;#faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #inflation #KenStarr #NewHampshire #midterms &nbsp;#Biden&nbsp;#MichaelWear #amazonpodcasts</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here &nbsp;with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- &nbsp;with&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics &nbsp;#faith&nbsp;#faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #QueenElizabethII #QE2 #Midterms #Biden #EndCancer #Biden&nbsp;#MichaelWear #amazonpodcasts</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you &nbsp;subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- &nbsp;with&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith&nbsp;#faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #QueenElizabethII #QE2 #Biden #childpoverty &nbsp;#MichaelWear #amazonpodcasts</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>The first episode in a two-part series, we give you the best case for Democrats defying expectations in November and retaining the House and Senate. We had been skeptical of talk about Democrats' momentum until recently when a number of developments have led us to think the party has a chance to keep control of at least one of the two bodies of Congress. In our conversation, we discovered that we think there's a certain voting constituency -- security moms -- who might be an interesting voter group to watch this November.</p> <p>Next week, we’ll air Part Two and give you the best case for Republicans flipping one or both legislatures and showing that historical precedent prevails as usual.&nbsp;</p> <p>What do you think about our case for Democrats? Vote in the poll on Spotify!</p> <p>Episode notes:</p> <p>-<em>Politico</em> article on young people: <a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2022/08/31/poll-young-voters-more-motivated-after-dobbs-decision-00054310" target="_blank">https://www.politico.com/news/2022/08/31/poll-young-voters-more-motivated-after-dobbs-decision-00054310</a></p> <p>-New COVID polling: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/06/briefing/covid-poll-democrats-republicans-midterms.html" target="_blank">https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/06/briefing/covid-poll-democrats-republicans-midterms.html</a></p> <p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you &nbsp;subscribe and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can become a direct supporter of this podcast. Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a> where we provide written weekly analysis on faith and politics.</p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/?hl=en">@michaelwear&nbsp;</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/michaelrwear?lang=en">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/?hl=en">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: King Sis</p> <p>#WearWeAre #ThatSoundsFunNetwork #politics #faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #Democrats #polling #elections #midterms #amazonpodcasts #MichaelWear</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- with&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith&nbsp;#faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #ACA #Obama&nbsp;#Biden #MichaelWear #amazonpodcasts</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If &nbsp;you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you &nbsp;&nbsp;subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, &nbsp;&nbsp;our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here &nbsp;&nbsp;with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- &nbsp;with&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics &nbsp;#faith&nbsp;#faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #COVID #primaries #infrastructure&nbsp;#Biden #midtermelections #MichaelWear #amazonpodcasts&nbsp;</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you &nbsp;subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, &nbsp;our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here &nbsp;with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- with&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith&nbsp;#faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #UK #PMTruss #LaborDay #Gambling #MAGARepublicans &nbsp;#Biden #midtermelections #amazonpodcasts &nbsp;#MichaelWear</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

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<p>In this week's episode, we cover ranked choice voting: what it is, what are its benefits and drawbacks, and how it worked in Alaska's special election this past week. Do you like ranked choice voting?</p> <p>In the second half of the episode, we cover the contents and delivery of President Biden's speech at Independence Hall in Philadelphia on September 1, 2022. The President talked about the threats to democracy in the US, and we give our assessment of what we think the President was trying to achieve with the speech. What did you think about President Biden's speech?</p> <p><strong>Episode notes:</strong></p> <p>—Biden's speech transcript: <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2022/09/01/remarks-by-president-bidenon-the-continued-battle-for-the-soul-of-the-nation/" target="_blank">https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2022/09/01/remarks-by-president-bidenon-the-continued-battle-for-the-soul-of-the-nation/</a></p> <p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you &nbsp;subscribe and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can become a direct supporter of this podcast. Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a> where we provide written weekly analysis on faith and politics.</p> <p><strong>For a limited time, you can subscribe here with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- with this link: </strong><a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun"><strong>https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</strong></a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/?hl=en">@michaelwear&nbsp;</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/michaelrwear?lang=en">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/?hl=en">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: King Sis</p> <p>#WearWeAre #ThatSoundsFunNetwork #politics #faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #policy #rankedchoicevoting #speech #democracy #WhiteHouse #amazonpodcasts #MichaelWear</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, &nbsp;our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- with this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith #faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #COVID #Alaska #SarahPalin #MaryPeltola #humanrights #Biden #midtermelections #amazonpodcasts #MichaelWear</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here &nbsp;&nbsp;with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- with &nbsp;&nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith &nbsp;&nbsp;#faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #Indiana #Gorbachev #California #tech #amazonpodcasts #MichaelWear</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you subscribe&nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a>, the companion newsletter to this podcast where we provide written content throughout the week on faith and current events.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here &nbsp;with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- with &nbsp;this&nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith &nbsp;#faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #policy #Biden #EU #Ukraine #Germany &nbsp;#WhiteHouse #amazonpodcasts #MichaelWear</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

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<p>In this week's episode, we tackle the decision made by the White House this week on student loan debt forgiveness. You can listen to what we think about debt forgiveness more broadly in Episode 18. But in this episode, we contend with the actual policy itself. Is it progressive? Is it regressive? What about long-term implications? To wrap up, we discuss some of the common reactions from Christians we've seen on social media -- and provide some cautions.&nbsp;</p> <p>Episode notes:&nbsp;</p> <p>—Jason Furman's Twitter thread: <a href="https://twitter.com/jasonfurman/status/1562830721252614144?s=21&amp;t=S04AYpNG7J87pAS7c997CA" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/jasonfurman/status/1562830721252614144?s=21&amp;t=S04AYpNG7J87pAS7c997CA</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>—Matt Bruenig's recent article: <a href="https://www.peoplespolicyproject.org/2022/08/26/the-new-income-driven-repayment-system-could-cause-some-big-problems/ " target="_blank">https://www.peoplespolicyproject.org/2022/08/26/the-new-income-driven-repayment-system-could-cause-some-big-problems/&nbsp;</a></p> <p>—White House Fact Sheet: <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/08/24/fact-sheet-president-biden-announces-student-loan-relief-for-borrowers-who-need-it-most/" target="_blank">https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/08/24/fact-sheet-president-biden-announces-student-loan-relief-for-borrowers-who-need-it-most/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>—Article on Goldman Sachs and Bank of America economists' views: <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/student-loan-forgiveness-biden-inflation/" target="_blank">https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/student-loan-forgiveness-biden-inflation/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>—That Sounds Fun podcast interview for Wear We Are: <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/student-loan-forgiveness-biden-inflation/" target="_blank">https://www.anniefdowns.com/podcast/that-sounds-fun-network-welcome-wear-we-are/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you &nbsp;subscribe and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can become a direct supporter of this podcast. Even better, head over to <a href="//reclaiminghope.substack.com" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a> where we provide written weekly analysis on faith and politics.&nbsp;</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- with this link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:&nbsp;</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/?hl=en" target="_blank">@michaelwear&nbsp;</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/michaelrwear?lang=en" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/?hl=en" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Music by: King Sis&nbsp;</p> <p>#WearWeAre #politics #faith #faithandpolitics #religion #christianity #policy #studentloandebtrelief #WhiteHouse #amazonpodcasts #MichaelWear</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

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<p>If you like this podcast or want to support our work, make sure you subscribe &nbsp;and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new &nbsp;platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a> where we provide written weekly analysis on faith and politics.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here &nbsp;with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- with this &nbsp;link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@MichaelRWear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith #faithandpolitics #religion #midterms #election #MichaelWear</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>

<p>If you like this podcast or want to support us, make sure you subscribe and rate our show on your favorite platform.&nbsp;We love Anchor, our new platform, and you can <a href="https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">become a direct supporter</a> of this podcast.</p> <p>Even better, head over to <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/" target="_blank">reclaiminghope.substack.com</a> where we provide written weekly analysis on faith and politics.</p> <p>Because of our re-launch, for a limited time, you can subscribe here with a special offer -- 50% off an annual subscription -- with this link: <a href="https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://reclaiminghope.substack.com/ThatSoundsFun</a></p> <p>Join the conversation and follow us on:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaelwear/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelwear</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelRWear" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@michaelrwear</a></p> <p>And check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tsfnetwork/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@tsfnetwork</a></p> <p>Music by: Amber Glow</p> <p>#WearWeAre #TheMorningFive #MorningFive #politics #faith #faithandpolitics #religion #midterms #election #MichaelWear</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wear-we-are/support</a>