3 chapters across the catalog
IRS Johnson Amendment Exemption, Church Political Endorsements
The IRS announced a major policy shift allowing churches and houses of worship to endorse political candidates from the pulpit without losing their tax-exempt status. This effectively carves out an exemption to the 1954 Johnson Amendment, provided the communications occur through "usual channels" during religious services.
Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine officially endorsed Rick Santorum for president, citing Santorum's character and family values. The hosts express surprise at the endorsement, given Mustaine's history of anti-establishment rhetoric and frequent appearances on the Alex Jones show.
Newspaper Ownership Trends, Liberal vs Conservative Media Balance
The historical balance between conservative newspaper owners and liberal reporters has shifted toward a predominantly liberal media landscape. Modern billionaires like Warren Buffett, Steve Jobs, and George Soros are identified as influential figures within this new structure. Current data shows that 80% of national newspapers have endorsed Barack Obama, a departure from traditional partisan splits.
