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Monday, January 19, 2015

Here’s the one reason ‘Selma’ was snubbed by the Oscars

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January 19, 2015
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The Martin Luther King, Jr. biopic Selma has received rave reviews, but was overlooked when the Oscar nominations were announced. Selma was nominated for Best Picture, while John Legend and Common were nominated for their song "Glory." That's it. Many are decrying the lack of diversity among Oscar voters themselves as the reason, but Glenn thinks it's something totally different. MORE

A few years ago, Glenn befriended a woman named Falma. She has become like a second mother to Glenn, but it wasn't always that way. When they first met at "Restoring Love," she thought he was a hate-filled racist. But last night, she gathered with some of her friends at the Beck house for a discussion about MLK and a full-on "gospel night." Glenn captured it on video – check it out HERE.

Can America just come together and admit that we really all would be better off without Michael Moore in our lives? Nothing bad has to happen to the man, but if he could just disappear completely from the national conversation, the world would be a happier place. Just take his latest rant on Twitter, where he mocked the idea that a sniper like Chris Kyle could be considered a hero. Glenn had the story on radio. WATCH

President Obama plans to announce new tax policies that will have a dramatic impact on anyone hoping to leave money for their kids. On radio this morning, Glenn detailed the new plan and went off on what amounts to double (or even triple) taxation. WATCH

Two years ago, Glenn and Harriet Parke introduced the national bestselling novel, AGENDA 21, about a future dystopian world in which America has given way to a place called "The Republic," and in which freedom has given way to a new singular cause: to create clean energy. Now the story continues with the thrilling sequel: AGENDA 21: INTO THE SHADOWS. Get caught up on the original book, or learn more about the sequel HERE.

Over the weekend, Pat Gray was invited to speak at the Annual Utah Eagle Forum Convention, a gathering to prepare the people of Utah for the upcoming state legislative session. Pat spoke about parental education options and issues, and focused on how the educational establishment is harming America's future. But before the day was over, he got a big surprise: the "Award of Merit." Check out Glenn's deeply personal message for his friend HERE.

#DeflateGate: NFL investigating Patriots for deflating footballs in AFC Championship
The Patriots dominated the Colts in the AFC Championship with a 45-7 victory. They'll be facing the Seahawks at the Super Bowl XLIX, but the NFL is now investigating some suspicious activity from Sunday's game that could hurt the Patriots next season. What happened? And what should happen if the Patriots are found guilty? Glenn has the story on radio. WATCH

Think the Keystone Pipeline is going to destroy the planet? Think again.
Stu explains why the pipeline is actually good for you and the environment. WATCH

Don't miss Political Science Theater 2015!
Ever feel frustrated while watching the State of the Union? Do you sometimes wait until it's over to tune in and hear the analysis of how bad it was? Yeah, us too. It's time for a different kind of coverage. Check out a preview for tomorrow's coverage HERE.

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