In Episode 401 of the LMTYWYW Podcast, Ken and Dave discuss the University of Michigan debacle, raiding tankers, special elections abound in Georgia, a cheat under the Gold Dome, Trump going after Fulton, losing jobs, ending subsidies, and Indiana asserting sovereignty.
Michigan Football Coach Scandal- The hosts discuss the firing and subsequent criminal charges against the **University of Michigan head football coach, who lost up to $30 million after being terminated with cause.
- The coach faced felony third-degree home invasion and misdemeanor stalking charges following an affair with his executive assistant.
- Rules for “cheating” were laid out, emphasizing the coach broke cardinal rules by cheating locally and with someone who had less to lose.
- State Senator John Kennedy resigned immediately from his seat to focus on his Lieutenant Governor campaign, leaving his district without representation until a special election winner is sworn in.
- A Democrat won a special election in House District 121 (Athens area), a seat that Donald Trump won by 12 points, signaling a potential struggle for Republicans in close races.
- The impending resignation of Marjorie Taylor Green (MTG) is creating a confusing and expensive series of special elections, runoffs, and primaries in Northwest Georgia.
- State Representative Sharon Henderson (Covington Democrat) was indicted for allegedly collecting nearly $18,000 in illegal unemployment benefits during the COVID era.
- The show notes that more legislators are expected to face charges for similar unemployment fraud.
- Donald Trump is suing Fulton County to acquire voter records from the 2020 election, a move seen as benefiting candidates like Bert Jones.
- The discussion covered the subpoena issued to Fanny Willis and the defense strategy employed by her attorney, Roy Barnes.
- The hosts discuss the escalation of conflict in Venezuela after the Trump administration seized an oil tanker carrying sanctioned crude oil worth $66 million.
- Indiana Republicans rebuffed President Trump’s demand to redraw their congressional map to favor Republicans, citing concerns about timing and presidential interference in state governance.
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggested that official job hiring statistics may have been overstated by up to 60,000 jobs a month, indicating the economy might be contracting due to technology and automation.
- The temporary Obamacare tax subsidies implemented during COVID are set to expire on December 31st, potentially doubling or tripling premiums for some consumers.
- The hosts noted the difficulty for Republicans in messaging the end of the temporary “free” subsidies.
- The Atlanta Falcons achieved a narrow road win against Tampa Bay, with Kyle Pitts having an exceptional performance.
- Falcons running back Bijan Robinson was forced to apologize after referencing the controversial childhood game “smear the queer” in a post-game interview.
- Debate over the potential move of the annual **Florida vs. Georgia game** from Jacksonville to Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
- Joy Reid was named “The Mule” for claiming that the popular Christmas song “Jingle Bells” is racist due to its history and use in minstrel shows.
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HOSTS
DAVID ROBERTS
A native of South Florida, David Roberts moved to Georgia in his teens. He joined the Army at 18 as a Psychological Operations Specialist and served six years in that role. After he left active duty, Dave served in both Reserve and Guard components. Dave also worked for Wachovia and SouthTrust banks as a business banker and Assistant Vice President. A few mergers led Dave to join his brother, Rob, in the HVAC trade. Eventually, after several years of learning under his older brother, Dave left to go out on his own. In 2016, he started DR COOL Heating and Air in Dallas, GA.
Being a prominent business owner in Paulding County affords Dave the privilege of serving his community while involving himself in politics. Calling himself a “Republitarian,” Dave was invited to host The Let Me Tell You Why You’re Wrong Podcast in 2018.
Ken Pullin
Ken Pullin lives in Pike County with his wife, Shelby, of 20 years. They have two children, Luke and Libby, and a dog, Marley. He works in Business Development for Fintech Payments company and served in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2019-2020. He joined the show in March 2023.
*Opinions expressed on the show reflect the views of the commentators and any guests, not those of The Georgia Virtue.
