Topic: Cato Institute

John Mueller of the Cato Institute analyzes 70 cases of Islamist terrorism in the U.S. since 9/11, noting that more than half involved government informants. He highlights the Newberg case as unique because the FBI pushed the defendants to actually attempt to "push the button" on fake explosives. The plot was further complicated by the government's insistence on including Stinger missiles and synagogues to ensure federal jurisdiction and maximum sentencing.

The discussion critiques Calvin Baker's suggestion that America needs new programs modeled after the New Deal and the GI Bill. Citing data from the Cato Institute, Mo Facts explains how FDR's New Deal actually prolonged joblessness for Black Americans. They argue that these government interventions, often praised in narratives, historically denied benefits to millions of Black veterans and harmed their economic progress.