Topic: Wes

Wes Curtis of Texas Best Seminars announces a Downsized Government Conference scheduled for February 22nd at the Chariot Inn in Austin, featuring surviving members of the Branch Davidians. The organization claims the federal government murdered civilians and aims to uncover mainstream media blackouts. Steve Lane introduces the group's new live internet broadcasting capability intended to stream public meetings worldwide to ensure government transparency.

Wes Curtis returns to the podium to criticize the presence of SWAT and military police at previous Commissioners Court meetings, labeling it an intimidation tactic against public speakers. He notes that mainstream media outlets like Fox 7 News failed to report on the heavy security presence. Commissioners respond by stating the security was present for protection following threatening phone calls received by the court.

Steve Lane interviews Jim Welch of the American Reform Party regarding the history of the "United We Stand America" organization. Welch explains that the group was started by Ross Perot in 1992 as an educational group for political reform. The interview explores the background of the movement before Welch broke away from Perot in 1995.

During the August 1995 convention in Dallas, the Texas reformers were blocked from presenting their resolution by Ross Perot's son-in-law and Russ Verney. Despite prior promises of a workshop, the rules were changed at the last minute to silence the dissenters. This led to a public confrontation and a walkout by members who felt conned by the national leadership.

Activists John Foreman and Wes Curtis report from outside the jail where Mike Hanson is being held following his arrest. They describe the police response as excessive, involving five cars and the destruction of property over a video rental dispute. Supporters gather to protest what they characterize as the abusive and intimidating nature of the Austin Police Department, noting that Hanson was not resisting until the situation escalated.

A caller named Wes discusses an upcoming seminar in Austin focused on finding solutions for local, state, and federal government issues. Isaacs and the caller debate whether the primary goal is to define problems or implement specific solutions. Wes mentions that information about the event and related voting can be found on the internet.

Wes Curtis joins the show to discuss the six-month progress of the Freedom Seminars. He details upcoming projects, including the Waco remembrance and a network expansion to other Texas cities like Dallas and Houston. Curtis mentions featured speakers George Humphreys and Larry Hare, comparing their momentum to the Michigan Militia and Militia of Montana.