Topic: Public Opinion

The discussion focuses on the roles of attorneys Dick DeGuerin and Jack Zimmerman in representing the Branch Davidians during the standoff. Katherine Matteson expresses frustration that the public often only hears the government's perspective provided by the ATF and FBI. She argues that a fair decision on the event is impossible without acknowledging the testimony of the survivors.

Acknowledging that the U.S. government is unlikely to honor old treaties in court, Archie Lowe states the movement is shifting from legal filings to a "popular movement" focused on education. He argues that as the U.S. faces imminent collapse under leaders like Bill Clinton, more people are seeking the Republic of Texas as a viable alternative.

Mike Hanson reports the results of a poll conducted on his show, River City Talks, where 46 respondents voted against the school bond and 18 voted in favor. Hanson notes that wealthy neighborhoods like Onion Creek are heavily displaying "Yes" signs, suggesting a class divide in support for the measure. The discussion highlights that those profiting from the contracts are the primary proponents of the bond package.

Interviews conducted on the streets of Austin suggest a widespread lack of public awareness regarding the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) and its influence over the CIA. Despite CFR members appearing on C-SPAN to discuss "global regimes of power," many citizens and university professors remain uninformed or indifferent. The hosts characterize this lack of knowledge as a result of a "soft soak" conditioning by the establishment.

Alex Jones discusses the growth of his radio show and the changing public perception of his message. He notes that while he was once considered a "kook," he is now frequently recognized and supported by the public in places like grocery stores. The hosts argue that the government's "propaganda organs" are losing their effectiveness as more people wake up to the globalist agenda.

The witness notes that major media outlets have largely ignored their perspective, and public opinion in Austin remains supportive of the government's actions. They encourage listeners to research the scriptures themselves rather than blindly following official narratives. The goal of the broadcast is stated as an effort to "wake up" the public to the perceived injustices of the Waco siege.