The Ed Morrissey Show

Last week, John Ondrasik traveled to Kyiv to record "Can One Man Save the World" with the Ukrainian Orchestra in front of the ruined Mriya, a symbol of national pride before the war. John tells me about his experience in Ukraine and Poland, the value of the support of his family, and updates us on the situation in Afghanistan.

Mark Cavaliere of Southwest Coalition for Life tells us about a demonstration against the relocation of Jackson Women's Health from Mississippi to Las Cruces – and the surprise they have waiting for the abortion mill. Andrew Malcolm and I break down the implications of an early declaration by Donald Trump for the 2024 cycle, plus the latest Gallup survey on media credibility. I review the morning's top stories at Hot Air as well!

Elizabeth Warren paints pro-life pregnancy support centers as a malevolent presence. What's the truth? Peter Ingemi works with such centers in Massachusetts and says his state's senator is dead wrong. He's covering the true story at DaTechBuyBlog.blog. Plus, I give a breakdown of this morning's top stories!

How high can inflation go? How low can Joe Biden's polling go? How long before American babies can have access to formula? Duane Patterson and I discuss the day's top stores and more.

Andrew Malcolm and I discuss the latest addition to NFL ownership, Condoleezza Rice, and why the Browns stink. We also discuss why Democrats have more problems than Joe Biden in terms of their future. Plus, my commentary on Democrats' radicalism on abortion!

Why does the Left make their Independence Day celebrations dependent on their policies? Andrew Malcolm and I also discuss Top Gun: Maverick and July 4 plans. Did the January 6 committee make a series of fatal errors with a star witness? It depends on what they hope to accomplish, says Paul Mirengoff. A series of new energy taxes are the last thing that the economy needs, says Phil Kerpen, even those with curious support from within the energy industry.

Former Ambassador and Congressman Francis Rooney discusses his disappointment with the lack of coherence in the Vatican's approach to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Duane Patterson and I review the stunning new results from the latest AP/NORC poll showing Democrats abandoning Joe Biden, plus Hillary Clinton rumors about 2024. Finally, Fr. Marcel Guarnizo argues that the Supreme Court didn't go far enough in Dobbs – and that pro-life activists are missing the failure.

How has the media covered the momentous decisions at the Supreme Court? As badly as you'd imagine, Andrew Malcolm and I conclude. We also take a look at Joe Biden's script and how that compares to other stage shows. API President and CEO Mike Sommers debunks some of the "dipstick demagoguery" from Biden and others about the oil and gas industry, and explains in detail how API wants to help build a sane energy policy for the US. Michael Pack, co-author of "Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words" discusses the new book, the film of the same name, and how much insight we get into Thomas' recent decisions by walking along with Thomas through his past.

Joe Biden and Democrats have a huge problem in two key demographics, on the economy and overall. His blamethrowing on gas prices and inflation clearly aren't working, as Duane Patterson and I discuss. We also talk to Ann McIlhenny about her new serialkillerpod.com podcast series on Kermit Gosnell and abortion, plus C-Fam-org's Martin Ruse about what comes next for the pro-life if the Supreme Court overturns Roe v Wade in its upcoming Dobbs decision.

Hispanic Democrats are furious with their leadership after the stunning GOP victory in a Texas special election this week. Duane Patterson and I break that down, and marvel at the incoherence and desperation from Biden and his team on energy policy. Rebecca Hatfield joins us to discuss 2ndvote.com, a new way for conservative consumers to choose wisely in the marketplace. Deacon Steven Greydanus of DecentFilms.com reviews "Lightyear," and we discuss other family entertainment like, er ... The Godfather and The Sopranos.

After 124 years as a territory, is it time to allow self-determination for Puerto Rico? Former governor Luis Fortuno speaks to me about a new effort in Congress to allow voters to choose their future. Recent school shootings have raised the debate over arming teachers; Rick Green tells us how Patriot Academy is already helping prepare teachers and administrators for self-defense. Andrew Malcolm and I look at media bias in the coverage of the Kavanaugh assassination attempt and more!

Joe Biden gave his first one-on-one interview in four months to comedian Jimmy Kimmel, and Duane Patterson and I cover the lowlights. We also update everyone on the latest about the assassination attempt on Brett Kavanaugh and the dereliction of duty by AG Merrick Garland. Peter Grandich and I do a deep dive on the economy and the controversy involving the Tampa Bay Rays.

Have the inmates taken over the asylum at the Washington Post? Andrew Malcolm and I note the parallels to the New York Times staff revolt over Tom Cotton's op-ed. We also dissect Joe Biden's feckless responses to the baby-formula crisis. Brant Hadaway returns to discuss his fight against the CDC's travel mask mandate now that the DoJ has decided to appeal the Biden administration's loss in Florida. Plus: my commentary on the regressive tax that is Bidenflation.

The White House scrambled to cover for Joe Biden's incompetence in his presser on the baby formula crisis, to no avail. Duane Patterson also discusses the current status of negotiations on Capitol Hill after Uvalde, plus we scoff at Charlie Crist's EO pledge. We also replay Father Robert Sirico's discussion of the economics lessons in Jesus' parables – an excellent and illuminating discussion.

Californians are going to the polls this week for their open primary, where the top two candidates make it to the general election regardless of party affiliation. I speak with Republican candidates Eric Early and Jon Elist, running for Attorney General and US Senate respectively, both of whom say the Golden State electorate is disgusted with the progressive status quo. Can they score upsets and give Californians real choices on education, energy, crime, and the economy?

Six in ten Americans now think Biden's too old for the job and a majority see him as mentally unfit as well. Duane Patterson discusses whether Biden can recover, plus we both agree that Beto O'Rourke is a despicable public figure for his stunt in Uvalde. Steven Schier discusses his new book The Trump Effect and Trump's impact on politics and media. Paul Mirengoff discusses his new Substack launch, the Democrats' lack of choices for replacing Biden in 2024, plus how Ketanji Brown Jackson might finally fulfill Roman Hruska's dream of representation for mediocrities.

Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone dropped a bombshell on Nancy Pelosi last week, barring her from receiving the Eucharist. What about the Vatican? Wall Street Journal reporter and famed Vaticanista Francis X. Rocca tell us that this is much more nuanced than we would expect. Pepperdine University's Pete Peterson joins us to discuss Bruce Herschensohn's final and posthumous book, A Profile of Hong Kong, and why this matters more than ever in regard to Taiwan. We also fondly recall Bruce and his place in policy history. Finally, don't miss my commentary on the lesson from the trial of Michael Sussmann.

NBC News has suddenly discovered that Hunter Biden's laptop is real. Duane and I discuss that and the related demise of the Disinformation Governance Board. And longtime print and TV reporter Bernard Goldberg launches his new "No BS Zone" podcast and explains why mainstream media is failing the country.

What lessons can we learn from the *real* Summer of Rage? Intrepid Townhall reporter Julio Rosas discusses his new book, "Fiery (But Mostly Peaceful)." Andrew Malcolm and I game out Vladimir Putin's rapidly narrowing options and the shift at Politico to White House stenography... and we praise CNN's reporting. No, really! Sally Pipes returns to urge Republicans to adopt a healthcare strategy for the midterms and base it on personal choice and freedom.

We have new inflation numbers in the last two days. Duane Patterson and King Banaian help me unpack them and look at what's coming. Duane and I also talk about Senate Democrats' futile and stupid gesture on abortion, Joe Biden's claim about "ugly Americans," and try to guess what the Supreme Court will do next. Christian Toto then joins me to look at the big theater-reopening season, plus some surprising pushback on cancel culture in Hollywood.

Why has the incoming press secretary blocked me on Twitter? Andrew Malcolm reacts to that and discusses his latest RedState columns on Ukraine and the hysteria surrounding the draft leak from the Supreme Court. AJ Kaufman analyzes the outcome of the primaries in Ohio and looks forward to next week's contests in Pennsylvania. Jeff Dunetz provides the historical context of Russia's insult to Israel and the impact of the Biden administration's Iran policies on US national security.

The purloined draft by Samuel Alito on the SCOTUS abortion case has created a political and legal earthquake. Reason.com legal analyst Josh Blackman walks us through the minefields. Duane Patterson and I discuss the political ramifications, plus break down the stunning NY Times leak on US intel targeting Russian generals in Ukraine. Rebecca Dow talks to me about her GOP primary campaign for New Mexico's gubernatorial race, plus how CRT makes its way into the classroom.

Fr. Robert Sirico discusses his new Regnery book, "The Economics of the Parables," his Gospel-based defense of the free market. The co-founder of the Acton Institute also parries attempts to cast the Bible as "proto-socialist." Andrew Malcolm and I deconstruct the Biden administration's Disinformation Governance Board, review Biden's own relationship to truth and accuracy, and cover other topics of the day.

Is restoring American energy independence as easy as rescinding an EO? It's a start, but Chuck Yates explains that's all it is. Policy instability and industry setbacks have kept capital out of the oil and gas industries, and the "windfall profit" claims are mythical. The oil/gas expert gives us a look at the complex issues behind the US decline in production and what can be done to reverse it. Plus, Dustin Siggins joins us to talk about the Disney-DeSantis feud and take a larger look at corporate America's vast China problem.