Why Do Texas Republicans Give the Democrats Power?

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The Generation That Will Save America: Charlie at the 2023 Chapter Leadership Summit

Charlie was always hopeful that the rising generation of American young people would be the one to reverse America's decline. In his speech at the 2023 CLS, Charlie shares this hope with Turning Point's grassroots leaders, telling them to remain committed to truth, purpose, and w ...  Show more

THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 130 — Kool-Aid Pineapples? Christian Energy Drinks? Zoomer Hollywood Takeover?

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