Truth Hour™: Recent Episodes
Cliff Mason II and Tre'Shonda Sheffey
Former Capitol Hill staffer, public relations consultant Tre'Shonda Sheffey, joins Mason Report® founder, AP Gov teacher Cliff Mason II, on a journey to dissect and resolve political issues one topic at a time.
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What is the national debt? Do Americans know? But the real question is, how much do Americans care about the debt?
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Where the heck are all the Clorox wipes? Why has the Clorox Company been so abysmal with keeping up with supply?
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VOTE! It's that simple. Register and bring a friend.
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Thanks to the brave whistleblower report from a nurse named Dawn Wooten, we learned of the atrocities committed ICE agents forcing detainees to undergo medically unnecessary hysterectomies.
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What is Only Fans? Can it save us all?
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a jurisprudential icon both for her work in the judiciary and as a legal advocate. What does her passing mean? Will her seat be filled before the election?
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The problem with gender reveal parties
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Is the Trump administration attempting to rush the release of a vaccine? Would you take it?
Renowned journalist Bob Woodward released audio recordings of interviews he conducted with Donald Trump.
Topics discussed:
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US Open Champion Naomi Osaka's masks and message
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Breonna Taylor's family receives record $12 million settlement with Louisville Police Department
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NFL fans in Kansas City boo during moment of silence for racial justice
Questions answered:
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Steve Nash, Brooklyn Nets
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Two-Party system
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Why American politics are so sh!tty
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Voter registration
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Trump parade
Who votes based on ONE issue only? Lots of people. But what does that help?
Sep 8, 2020
In this episode we give a short history lesson on the origin of the Electoral College. Considering we elect presidents using the electoral college system, are national polls meaningless?
Sep 8, 2020
National polls vs. Swing state/Battleground state polls.
Biden leads nationally in all polls, what does that mean?
Sep 8, 2020
U.S. election systems are being threatened. The threats are both domestic (Postmaster General Louis DeJoy acting under the direction of Donald Trump) and from foreign governments (Russia attempting to manipulate electronic voting machines).
Sep 1, 2020
After four nights of spreading hate and fear, the Republican Convention closes with a lackluster speech from Donald Trump.
Sep 1, 2020
Following the police killing of Jacob Blake, professional athletes, celebrities, and various written publications increased their efforts to utilize their platforms for uplifting and spreading awareness.
Sep 1, 2020
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To finish the Aug 25th episode, we provide brief analysis of Biden's acceptance speech and the impact of high profile Republicans endorsing Biden.
Aug 25, 2020
We start the hour with an in-depth breakdown of the Republican Convention, including speakers and themes.
Aug 25, 2020
Kenosha, Wisconsin experienced a wave of protests and demonstrations following the senseless police shooting of Jacob Blake.
Aug 25, 2020
In this segment, we discuss the threat to the United States Postal Service and the effect mail service could have on our election.
Aug 18, 2020
At the top of the hour we discuss the Democratic National Convention. Who is slated to speak vs. who didn't receive a speaking role and what we expect to hear from the candidates and the party.
Aug 18, 2020
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To conclude this episode we discuss Trump's threat to ban Tik Tok in the United States. Is Tik Tok vital to our survival? No. But this threat could establish a dangerous precedent.
Aug 11, 2020
In this segment we discuss whether members of Congress should be subject to term limit restrictions.
Aug 11, 2020
We start the hour with a quick discuss of Cardi B and Meg Thee Stallion's hit single "WAP," before transitioning into a discussion of Joe Biden's VP pick Kamala Harris.
Aug 11, 2020
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At the bottom of the hour, we discuss whether Joe Biden has a moral obligation to debate Trump, and what strategies should be employed if he decides to participate.
Aug 4, 2020
With gun sales skyrocketing and circuit courts reversing gun control laws, we discuss whether it's time to abolish gun control laws.
Aug 4, 2020
At the top of the hour, we discuss the depth of options available to former Vice President Joe Biden as he narrows his search for a 2020 running mate.
Aug 4, 2020