Nick Freitas: How Voting Works, the Power Trap, Poverty, and Parenting Hacks

[@kellygreen8255]

“people react to what you are DOING, not just what you INTEND “. Well said!!!

[@panko97]

I have enjoyed this discussion more than anything I have seen or heard in the last 10 years. Thank you

[@vickimontgomery5271]

Love this conversation. Especially in light of the past few weeks. Praying for mercy on our country and that we turn back to God as a nation and maintain the freedom to raise our families as God directs us.

[@trudyschaaf9917]

Honestly, this was the best 2.5ish hours I have spent on KZbin! I'm glad you titled it like you did because it grabbed my attention. I feel rejuvenated, uplifted, moved to tears, and oh the laughter! Thanks guys. This was amazing!!! Especially what he sais about telling your girls that you love them. When I was in my mid twenties going to college, I took a psychology class and realized I needed to know if my Dad loved me because he had never said that before, it was a hole in my heart. It took a little alcohol and being at my paternal grandmother's funeral to work up the nerve to tell my father I loved him and miraculously he told me he loved me. It not only changed my future, it changed my relationship with my father for the rest of his life. Those three words are so powerful they can change the destiny of our lives. Loved, loved, loved this episode!

[@vickiehamilton6596]

My dad always said daddy loves you.honestly that was his last words to me.and I feel him in my heart daily

[@EHCBunny4real]

I've been an election poll worker clerk for over 20 years. Less than 50 percent of all registered voters actually vote. Get out and vote. Vote by mail if you can't get to your election precinct. Democracy doesn't trickle down from our lawmakers. It pools up like a spring from voters below. RESEARCH all candidates before giving them your vote. Don't be a team player. Vote for those who follow issues.

[@robertduffy5805]

Agreed, if just 5% more people showed up to vote on one side or the other, there would be a major change in an election, which could trickle down to the government. Especially at the local and state level, where it really matters and can make a change in our lives. We'll until they get paid off and sell out too. LOL

[@TheRainman444]

We don’t have democracy , we have a constitutional republic , Russia is a democracy , Canada is a democracy socialists have democracy ! Not trying to be a jerk it’s just important we all know democracy is bad , it’s mob rule not a balanced and fair representation of all people not just a large group of them !

[@amomto4]

It's so disheartening isnt it, people have this wonderful privilege and freedom yet squander it 😔

[@MrsGator7]

13% vote in primary

[@MrsGator7]

I might vote for a Republican. But I’ll never for a democrat.

[@Mindmaid1]

Thank you for sharing this talk with a person who is working towards keeping us American's free.

[@cindyperry5504]

I’ve watched Nick on reels and shorts for the last year and have loved his point of view on everything but never took the time to really research who he is. Thanks for this wonderful podcast and for pointing me in the right direction to watch more of his content.

[@Homestead777]

I THOROUGHLY ENJOYED THIS CONVERSATION !! Good stuff. Thank you.

[@amomto4]

Im a long time watcher of both if you, it was great to see you together. I learned a few things.

[@danharkness7868]

I really enjoyed this podcast. Thank you.

[@ldpetchell]

We are retired homeschooling parents. Both of our kids graduated our highschool. Both graduated college by choice for desired careers. They both worked during college and lived at home and now have NO college debt. Their choice in our home; at 18, work and pay rent or schooling and work to pay tuition. We will support both choices. One loved math, one did not. 😂

[@LiveFreeRV]

I love that these podcasts are on youtube now, thank you.

[@insomniousdream]

My goodness! Joel Salatin AND Nick Freitas!?!? Who is next??? Thomas Massie? Rand Paul? Ron Paul? John Stossel? Matt Kibbe? Dave Rubin? Joe Rogan? Andrew Heaton? I feel like after these two excellent guests the possibilities are endless! Go big!

[@7armedman]

This is why this show sucks now. I don't want to see some right wing hack.

[@karomaalta4592]

Well, hello from Finland, the happiest county in the world. We have social security and Medicare for everyone for free. We have no school fees, no fees for university. If this is not working in the US it doesn't mean it can't work anywhere.

[@justanothermichele]

Finland taxes are much more than the US. Your "free" school/universities, etc. isnt really "free", it's all paid for by the tax payer.

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

I wouldn’t live in Scandanavia for anything Ur safety net comes at a price Little freedoms

[@mcgeemp1]

Nothing is free. Everything is about trade offs. Debits and Credits. Even me typing this is expending calories, consuming electricity, data bandwidth. Everything is about debit and credits.

[@nitsudocsicnarf347]

Taxation is theft. Money is fake. Enjoy your enslavement.

[@Jman1776]

Taking money from one to give to another(socialism) is not generosity....it's theft...and the problem there is "you eventually run out of other people's money to spend..":Ronald Reagan

[@Mocohen_143]

Just discovered you this past week by watching your video of Helene. As I do I deeper dive on your channel I’m so glad I found you!

[@ericjustice7661]

Agriculture is inherently political, because the government heavily regulates it. Anyone should be concerned and have an interest in WHO is making those laws that affect all of us.

[@chelledegrasse2787]

My grandfather was a farmer and was incensed that his field laid fallow by order of the government and was forced to "go on the dole" rather than work his farm.😊

[@Herps1]

@@freefahren Yes it is. You are absolutely wrong!

[@mistygrider7825]

​@@freefahren You say that but you are wrong ! Everyday they are infringing more &more on homesteaders & homeschooling families .

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

@@freefahrenstop being a tool

[@pleinaire8698]

I would love to hear Becca’s views on anything!

[@GrandmasGardenofHope]

Mom of 7...I gotta jump in. My husband's response to that "you know how this happens" comment was "No. Could you explain it to me?" 😮😅😊

[@lillievalentine8800]

I am 100% with the money follows the student. So many mom's could make the personal choice to stay home, raise the family and enjoy that process of being the CEO of her home. Other moms that want to work outside the home could have a business instead chasing Benjamins at a job she hates. Children don't have to be forced off to college if all they want to do is be a welder. On and on. The rebirth of the nuclear family can heal the nation.

[@georgiarasmussen8343]

What about the role of the extended family? For most of human existence, the "nuclear" family alone was very vulnerable.

[@batpherlangkharkrang7976]

Hi..... Thanks 😊 you for showing your video homestead bye 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋 bye 👋👍👍👍

[@manellaperry4748]

I think this video is a learning lesson,no matter who we are, politics affects us all. This channel has ever right to speak their ideas views and thoughts. Freedom of speech for all, not just for some. We may agree or not agree with them. But I will listen and think about what is being said. Then I will come to my own conclusions, of what I think and feel about what is happening in OUR USA. We need to know what the hired politicians are doing for the American people. I pray that people will use wisdom and knowledge. I used to tell my grandchildren, I can explain it to you, but I can't make you understand it😂. May everyone have a wonderful day and enjoy the weekend.👍👊💪🤞💜🙏🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@marthareedy]

Yes, they do !!! we needed to see and hear this !!!

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

Freedom is free to do GOOD, to do RIGHT Not wrong Govt punishes the wrongdoer and protects the righteous There is a right & wrong; we can require GOOD

[@lillievalentine8800]

Both sides of the aisle have forgotten that they are hired not entitled.

[@Marilou-g5t]

Very well said!

[@WandaJEaton]

Agree they have the right to their opinions just as we have the right not to watch it, our choice just move onto another homesteading channel who doesn’t push an agenda. I didn’t give a thumbs down I just moved on…..simple.

[@anthonywroblewski1802]

Your channel is where I go to get away from politics.

[@dragonflysky11]

It normally is. If you see something you don’t wanna watch, don’t watch it.

[@Smurphy1544]

Apparently not anymore. Sad.

[@Cinderdiane]

I HOPE ALL OF YOU VOTE ! Because that’s the only way right now we can voice our discomfort! SO GO VOTE no mater how you VOTE!

[@Miguel195211]

Exactly no politics in homesteading channels, just watch the news 24 hours a day and you can watch politics.

[@jylking6313]

@@Miguel195211 the politicians in DC are going after farmers and their livestock. Like it or not, if you don't stop the crooks when they start dictating to farmers selling food to their coop members, you will end up eating bugs and owning nothing being happy.

[@nancygriffith7026]

Two of my favorite men to listen to.

[@breannacord3881]

This is hands down the best, most informative podcast the Rhoads have ever done! We want more like this!! We love Nick!!!

[@anthonywroblewski1802]

Funny . I thought this was the worst video he's ever made and I hate Nick. And never want to see his face. What do you think

[@coachp3333]

Who are the Rhoads?

[@cassandrathatsme4382]

You can not even spell their name correctly.

[@eliseholdar7323]

Great conversation. Thanks.

[@abbyu209]

What a fantastic interview with you all! Thanks to the Rhodes for having Nick on. 🙌

[@anthonywroblewski1802]

I've never seen a talking pig either

[@kimrall7350]

Most excellent post, especially the raising and respecting children parts. Things I wish I knew when I was much younger..

[@bswisher52777]

"I want to see the rest of this discussion" is the reason I showed up here

[@catawampuslife]

"It’s unfortunate that we can't have a civil conversation about this. It seems like some people just want conflict instead of understanding."

[@marjoriegriffin3997]

The older I get, the more I am neither Democrat nor Republican. I vote for the person who best represents me.

[@honeybadger5933]

I've been an Independent voter my whole life. Never felt I belonged in either major political party.

[@Yuklabear]

You sound braindead

[@pepecharles24]

Guatemalan, watching Justin and Rebecca for about 10 years and followed Nick Freitas for about the same! Nick's 2A speech still inspires me... We we had politicians like him down here where both rjght and left want authoritarian governments.

[@Becca-Becca-Becca]

I agree on a lot of points but I think they should balance it with someone who sees other opinions balance and respect. Being left with a decision of 4 years of chaos, or knowing what to expect from the present situation I will select peace and wisdom . Being a homesteader I want to provide for my family’s needs and I am not one to fear - fear itself

[@roelandpeeters931]

Everybody outide the US is praying and hoping it's not going to be the Orange Man again. The other side is too old imho, but given the choice, he is definitely the lesser of two evils.

[@myurbangarden7695]

I 💯 Agree. I just don't like that people paint others with opposing views as less intelligent.

[@georgiarasmussen8343]

@@roelandpeeters931 The lesser of two evils is still evil. Anyone who believes there are only "two sides" really shouldn't vote.

[@roelandpeeters931]

@@georgiarasmussen8343 I could not agree more! However, at least from the outside, it looks like those are the only 2 "realistic" options. Again, it should not be like this, obviously.

[@Intense_Realism]

We should be able to vote for what we believe is an accurate representation of the individual

[@denisemorrison7284]

I don't usually take the time for podcasts, but I really enjoyed this one. If Nick ever runs for president, I'm voting for him.

[@bekind4018]

Sadly, Republicans invited the maga devil into their house. Now we have the biggest threats this Nation has faced in quite some time. I pray every day that God will heal hearts and minds. 🙏

[@christinaturner3845]

I am a public school teacher and completely beleive in the home school option!!!!! Way better education!!!

[@christinashurina1008]

😊😊😊😊😊Thank you very much for the information. Have a great day!!!!!😊

[@lclowers1]

Fantastic podcast!

[@readingdestination9025]

My aptitude test said I was to be in the “helping” industries…with an emphasis on healthcare. I was never interested in that…well, until now. But my definition of “healthcare” has changed dramatically since then.

[@kristadavis2825]

I 100% agree with the gratitude explanation! I’ve been there and seen family take the other route, and the difference with how the long term response is is night and day.

[@DesignByRo]

I homeschooled my 6 kids in south Florida.. Now they are homeschooling theirs. We schooled through hurricane Andrew. A couple of years ago we went to my grandson's homeschool graduation in Orlando. 2 of my sons like Star Wars, the oldest being very creative and made realistic Jedi costumes. We walked through the convention center and lots of people asked to take pictures with them. They gladly did. We headed over to the practice area to meet up with my grandson, and were quickly forced out because one of the graduates was afraid of people in costumes. THAT girl was coddled and would likely have a hard time surviving in the world. That is not the best example of a homeschooled student.

[@lepaysanmoderne]

Excellent conversation

[@Sunjoy1]

Wonderful interview. Thanks for being brave enough to post this on your channel...

[@Twangg1]

Nick's statement concerning the difference between a democracy and a republic is sooo important... Remember, a democracy can be two coyotes and a sheep voting on what to have for lunch... in a republic, that sheep has rights too!

[@kellygreen8255]

Well said!

[@lauriebraun1328]

Huh? In a democracy. It doesn't matter if it's two sheep or two cyotee's , everyone has the right to get any lunch they want.

[@Twangg1]

@@lauriebraun1328 The analogy was to show that the three could vote on whether to have the sheep for lunch and majority win out... the sheep doesn't have any special rights.. it's only in the REPUBLIC that we have those rights... and we are free to do as we wish so long as it doesn't infringe on another's rights... i.e. your right to swing your arm stops somewhere short of my nose...

[@lauriebraun1328]

@Twangg1 I guess I have the right to believe what you're saying is and can be true in either. My point was exactly that. The majority is irrelevant in this case. I don't believe you have the right to put your nose in my analogy as much as you think.

[@Twangg1]

@@lauriebraun1328 lol ok... point made...

[@Cthomas5678]

We need to shout it to the roof tops that people need to get out and VOTE!! Period

[@kennethrandolph2495]

I was in the Marines in 82 and called home to ask my Dad the very same question he got quite and asked me my last name I said Randolph of course he then said Randolph,s don’t vote for Republicans just make one mark and be done with it. First time I ever disregarded his advice.

[@traci-lieghcurran4751]

I thought I was being singled out as a person with multiple kids! I’m not alone!! Why do people feel the need to even comment on the number of children a couple has? Is that anybody’s business? I think not.

[@raydeneclark9340]

Agreed. We have 7 children and we frequently got asked questions like “are they all yours?” “How do you handle that?” One time a lady at DQ asked if we were going to have any more, where I reported to her “not this year.” Like it’s anyones business but ours. Love my kids and the wonderful big family that we are! With all the kids spouses and grandkids we are now a family of 33! ❤️

[@dianekreider2684]

Loved this!

[@samuelboucher1454]

What a crossover! Was not expecting this

[@jacksonsax4152]

There isn't a job where everyone is on point every single day. We've seen a range of slackers to high achievers in the private industries. The people that make up the government are made up of people like us. Expecting the government to run like a machine is unrealistic.

[@Steinru73]

This was a great show. I listened to the whole episode while gardening. Spring cleanup. Thank you.

[@johnmekan6464]

I've watched shorts or Reels and went to KZbin for the longer forms. I often suggest to part out some shorts from some of these podcasts and place them in reels or shorts. It would drive some folks from KZbin shorts or Instagram/Facebook reels to your KZbin for the full version. I watched (listened) this whole podcast while working and would love to share some shorts from all the various topics.. Great Podcast! One of my favorites to date!

[@pleinaire8698]

Having unity while having diversity.. it is possible.👍

[@georgiarasmussen8343]

Multiculturalism has never worked in the history of mankind, and never will work. All standards eventually fall to the lowest common denominator.

[@Intense_Realism]

We need to hold our government to a higher standard! 10:57

[@margaretschnetzka4390]

I'm in Virginia and Nick is a gem! We need more like him! His FB posts are hilarious as well!

[@anthonywroblewski1802]

You know it will be hilarious if one of his kids was gay

[@tbrooks529]

He just said amendments 6 and up were too much .... please think about how this is gem material. Absolutely disgusting if you ask me. He does a great job at spinning though. He must've been a DJ back in the day! LOL

[@margaretschnetzka4390]

@@tbrooks529 You're allowed to have your opinion as am I. Nick has been a fantastic supporter of homesteading and the right to do so here in VA.

[@barbarasutton8827]

Wow, I really enjoyed this.

[@countryfrau8328]

I'm a Virginian and now I love you even more!

[@wendyperez8714]

I subscribed to your channel yesterday after watching you with Jim Cavaleski (sp?) Unsubscribing today after watching you with Nick Freitas. I’m watching a homesteading program. Not Fox or CNN or MSNBC.

[@graciegolden2290]

Very much appreciate this discussion even though I see comments here not liking it. I'm guessing, but would it be they who are emotionally driven? Thanks for sharing the conversation with Nick. I'm not for big gov, and I'm sure not for what's coming for all of humanity.

[@removechan10298]

This was AWESOME, love what you're doing here - should this be a new channel? I would love to see a bi-weekly podcast

[@maryturner3534]

Excellent content!

[@thugthissle]

😂 every math teacher ever: you're not going to have a calculator with you ever. Millenials: 😒📱

[@royd8866]

I Love this video you all have my vote👍 Leave me alone Government😡you work for us WE THE PEOPLE😊

[@cnprn22]

Then leave everyone alone.

[@brownsugarhomestead]

This is a very telling interview. Having someone from the other side would be great.

[@Donnasplace]

The very best interview you’ve done!!!!!!

[@davidmendoza6249]

Great interview and discussion. The entrepreneurship book that was mentioned about the Technician, the Manager and the Entrepreneur is "E-Myth" by Michael Gerber, it's a great book.

[@gelwood99]

Great conversation and very informative! I love Nick, as a 69-year-old woman, he resonates with me. I loved the short about spanking and his rebuttal to a commenter was spot on! So many Americans are riding the fence and complaining about what is going on with our schools, our food, our medical directions from the county clerk to school boards, we MUST vote, every American, and every Christian stand up and vote to reclaim the morals and values that made us the free country we used to be!!!! Great podcast!

[@richardduggar4665]

When was that?

[@annesta7748]

That’s one thing that my grandma always said to me “ Anne never speak of money,politics,religion. I’ve always Kept it that way

[@mjgbabydragonlet]

Great choice of guest! Del. Nick Freitas is awesome!

[@mettamedia9157]

This video is awesome! Much respect😊

[@t3dwards13]

My goodness, I'd absolutely give him my vote!!!

[@melaniehopkins4778]

THIS is great content.

[@pleinaire8698]

Homesteading equals thoughtful farming.

[@pleinaire8698]

Where did Becca get her MD degree is what I wanna know!

[@scottdavidson6419]

I am glad I took the time to watch this video. It has caused me to pay attention to what people are saying and their thoughts might be different than mine, but at least it helps me understand what others think. 👍

[@seekinghim7909]

I enjoyed this hugely. It’s quite bizarre that, in 2024, adult people want other adult people to just tell them what they can/cant do. Do you tie your own shoes? C’min folks. Take responsibility for yourself and stop voting folks in who want to expand govt so much that you have to have a permission slip to breathe.

[@queenbee3647]

Thank you. 👍

[@nickyp155]

Freitas for POTUS

[@nmead33]

Great Video. Big fan of Nick.

[@HanleysHomestead]

Fantastic interview. I think I've watched about everyone you have done, and this was one of the best.

[@Marcus-hw5il]

this was an excellent discussion from a group of folks i respect. thanks justin, rebecca, and nick.

[@janeparsons193]

What a great discussion or interview whichever you call us. This is Wentworth listening to.

[@mj1294]

I taught my children to keep ‘always and never’ out of their vocabulary.

[@queenbee3647]

I taught my daughter to erase the word HATE.

[@michaelsmith483]

Definitely start making shorts. I’ve been clipping this video so that I can show people I care about some very important points.

[@myberryownhomestead764]

Great episode!

[@michaelsmith483]

Came here to listen to Nike subscribed to learn more about home studying

[@margaretschnetzka4390]

I'm amazed at the negative comments and people saying they are leaving the channel. Are Justin and Rebecca not allowed to share their own experiences and views on things? If you don't share their opinions, then skip this podcast/video. This is exactly what is discussed in the content...you can't force someone by emotion to bend to your world view. Ignore the haters Rhodes family...this was a great podcast.

[@honeybadger5933]

💯

[@jamiekeefer9270]

I would love to hear more of Rabbeca's thoughts. Great show!

[@alexisirwin956]

Such a wise trade of ideas. Enjoyed this conversation throughly!

[@pleinaire8698]

Nicks a good talker, and Becca and justin do their best, but I think they’ve all missed the point of public education in general.. it’s for those who can and cannot afford an education! And yes, if Becca refused to send her kids to public school without the alternative of homeschooling, she would be held responsible..

[@coachp3333]

Wondering what kind of educational programs the children participate in. Even with online stuff there seems to be a lot of independent style learning going on that may need mkore monitoring?

[@seekinghim7909]

Homeschoolers don’t want more monitoring. Nor do homesteaders. Why would anyone have to report anything to another human being, if, as Nick mentioned no one else’s rights are being infringed?

[@queenbee3647]

Public school is too dangerous. The politics they push. The social rules. Those are for parents to teach. And I didnt even mention the peversion. Drag queens and smutty books in their library. That is NOT academics. And my daughter who is autistic would kill herself if she had to have boys in the rest room with her.

[@Marilou-g5t]

@@freefahren homeschoplers i know do public school sports, FFA, select ag classes in public school (as part of FFA), school plays, private music lessons, community (not school) plays, ... And these are in a rural, agrarian community, where the school is rather small and driving to any of the music, theatre, and other lessons probably averages 30 minutes. The children are active with many different ages of their wider community. They interact with babies to geriatrics, well and feeble; not just same aged "peers" where lots of time is wasted. They can help their neighbors and extended families and learn life skills. So long as they learn to read, do basic math, and THINK FOR THEMSELVES; they will challenge and run circles around the ones who sat in public schools. Teaching kids to be followers, rather than independent thinkers, holds a country back from greatness.

[@stellarjayatkins4749]

@@freefahrenpublic education harms far more than not going to school at all usually does.

[@mjsimm]

Fascinating watching a family that is essentially funding/making a life they love from the kindness of strangers, bitching about paying taxes to support their so called beloved country. Also as far as "regulations" how would they feel if someone purchased property next to them that used excessive sprays that leach into your groundwater and food growing operations. Should that not apply country wide? The point is that extremes on both sides are screwing things up.

[@Herps1]

Lol Fascinating, How every single person complaining here is subscribed MSNBC. Talk about extremes. Lol your watching and being entertained, What you mean kindness of strangers? Taxes, puff that print everything they need. Wtf are you talking about? The needless regulations is strangling everyone no-matter politics. Everyone knows what they are talking about. Yet you come up with that as one of your main points? Weak!!

[@narrowpathfarm]

Leave rules to the local and state. Very fast people would move to the states that support healthy life and then the states people left from would need to change their rules

[@rotcaka]

​@@narrowpathfarmsurely Dupont and all the other bloated corporations wouldn't use those states as their dumping grounds ...

[@sharonspringer1864]

Well you went there (sigh). I watch these homesteading videos to get away from all the noise.

[@ah3ll0]

It’s just conversation.

[@Marilou-g5t]

Nick is a homesteader

[@sharonadlam3195]

@@Marilou-g5t Nick is a politician....

[@reneeodayok859]

Well it's an election year. Can't run can't hide

[@Marilou-g5t]

@@sharonadlam3195 Nick discusses his frustrations of being in the legislature. He discusses history. He discusses protecting his country as a young man and his family. He discusses how he votes his conscience and that you can predict how a representative who has a moral compass will vote. He is a man of faith, who stands for his beliefs; however, he respects your right to believe differently. When folks prejudge others, rather than listening to a discussion to see if there is any value in the discussion, folks miss out on gaining wisdom. Pondering about why someone thinks a certain way, helps us to understand one another. Nick enjoys discussing many topics on his podcast, Making the Argument. Faith, family, homesteading, security, social/societal issues, policies and how they affect a family's economy. So sorry that you do not value Nick's life experiences to learn through them. His life has had hardships that he shares. He believes each of us can make a better decision for ourselves and our families, than the government can make. Have a blessed day!

[@andrewsusen3154]

SCHOOL CHOICE PLEASE!! My wife and I went to private schools and loved it. Unfortunately we can not afford to send our three kids to a private school and don't have the ability to home school.

[@adamscott7545]

Math is the language of the universe dude…and being able to solve math problems however circuitous it may be is how you can learn to approach other problems.

[@anthonywroblewski1802]

Math is something that's used to calculate how many viewers he lost for Justin today.

[@stellarjayatkins4749]

@@anthonywroblewski1802based on the comments, probably gained at least as many as he lost.

[@Jman1776]

This was so very worthwhile ..thanks for having Nick on ...blessings folks

[@lauramcdaniel2253]

where can I get an "Embrace the Mess" mug?

[@clint4472]

I'm really enjoying this longer format, excellent guests (Nick& Joel), beneficial and entertaining

[@MeatTPhan]

Great conversation. I agree that the Postal system could definitely be run better, but it does not receive taxpayer money. It relies on the sale of stamps and other services to cover costs.

[@grumpycat_1]

The Postal Service acknowledged on April 2 2021 that it has accepted $8.64 billion of taxpayer funds for Covid "reliefe". USPS receives about 100mil annually as subsidies for certain govt mandated services. They have been borrowing money from the govt since 2009, and hit their debt celling limit of 15Billion$ by 2012 Every year they lobby congress (aka the tax payer) to take over their $143Billion in unfunded employee liabilities To argue the postal service is not tax payer funded is simply false.

[@marthareedy]

Thank you!!! Vote people!! Wake up !!!!! This is so true !!!!! Ignore the nay-sayers!!!!! So interesting glad you had this !!! It's taking me a bit of time as I have things to do! I just pause till I get my chores done and come back !! This was so valuable! Excellent!!!

[@sonyagregory5711]

My husband and I have been involved on a Congressional level in politics for over 14 years. There are so many things I would love to duscuss about it but there is not enough time here to say it all. So I will say just this one thing for now. So many registered voters do not vote and those that do don't realize how important the primary election vote is. Let's say a candidate is running for Congress. You're backing him 100%. He is a great guy and really cares about the people and saving our country from all this devastation going on. So primary election time comes around and you take off to the beach and or don't even go vote for your favorite candidate, as do millions voters. So your candidate and most likely the best guy to vote for to help save our country is not going to win the primary election. Meanwhile the dirty crooked politician, who's been in Congress for 20 to 40 years or so, is going to be the one on the ballot again in November. Now the person that ran off to the beach the week of the primary election and didn't vote at all goes to vote in November and says, well the guy I wanted to vote for is not on the ballot. I wonder why he's not on the ballot? Politics is so dirty and in my opinion 95% of all politicians are bought and paid for. Parties are corrupt and only back the rich and affluent and or crooked bought and paid for, dirty money backed candidates. It is nearly impossible to get a man that is honest and clean voted into office. If you don't believe me, I encourage you run for Congress for 14 years and you will witness the dirty truth about how the process for the better part is bought and paid for, and if your clean and honest, you're not welcomed to run, you're shunned and excluded or put down. This is very true for all parties too. It is such a corrupt proscess that it must be totally cleaned out from within across all offices. We must clean the swamp and put honest trustworthy persons in every political office or our world is doomed. The people have the power to straighten out the system and make it work properly and honestly if they will research their candidates and not vote for the guy with the shiny flyers and millions of dollars in his campaign budget. GOD SAVE OUR COUNTRY! GOD FAMILY COUNTRY! ~~~ Sonya Gregory

[@schammond8993]

This was a very long interview but I enjoyed it as I listened while paying bills. Nick is very funny but also extremely intelligent. Thanks for your service Nick.

[@reneeodayok859]

Wow what a treat. ❤