Matt Allen's Thoughts from the Nation

Thoughts from the Nation
with Matt Allen

Matt's opinion on major news headlines with a dash of his Philosophical Friday topics mixed in.

Matt Allen's Thoughts from the Nation | The Town Hall Meeting

Tonight we’ll be broadcasting the second presidential debate between President Barack Obama and GOP nominee Mitt Romney. Thoughts from the Nation.

Matt Allen's Thoughts from the Nation | Who Should Be In?

Abel Collins is an independent candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in the 2nd District and he wants to be able to debate. So far WPRI channel 12 has not let him in on their debate which aired last night, and WJAR channel 10 has a corporate policy to mandate a 10% polling number before candidates are allowed in the debate. Thoughts from the Nation.

Matt Allen's Thoughts from the Nation | Election Wish List

As we approach the November elections now just a few weeks away I will offer you some of my wishes for some of the candidates and in some of the races. These may all be far fetched but they’re my wishes and I can do what I want! Thoughts from the Nation.

Matt Allen's Thoughts from the Nation | Bizarro World

I often say that we are living in Bizarro World. The Bizarro World is part of the Superman lore where there is another dimension that holds a world just like ours but the exact opposite. Bizarro Superman is the exact opposite of our Superman. He’s dumb, ugly, says goodbye when he shows up etc. You get the picture. When we talk about this being a Bizarro America it’s much under the same idea.Thoughts from the Nation.

Matt Allen's Thoughts from the Nation | Primary Day Notes

My new Program Director is always reminding me that we want to be as inclusive with the audience as possible and be as explanatory as possible with people who may not know the ins and outs of what’s going on. It’s in the interest of this fact that I will explain primary day to people out there who might not understand what the big deal is. Thoughts from the Nation.

Matt Allen's Thoughts from the Nation | Leave People Alone

There have been some stories in the news lately that don’t really have anything to do with politics but have a ton to do with your everyday freedom. The latest is in this morning’s Providence Journal where one city councilor in Providence is talking about fining residents for not cutting their lawn AND for not weeding the city sidewalks! Thoughts from the Nation.

Matt Allen's Thoughts from the Nation | A Note to Anthony Gemma

When I saw the latest WPRI poll regarding the democratic First Congressional District Primary race my blood boiled. Thoughts from the Nation.

Matt Allen's Thoughts from the Nation | Charity starts with taxes?

There was a study released yesterday by the Chronicle of Philanthropy that looked at the giving habits of people in different states. What they determined was that people who live in more religious states were more generous with their discretionary income. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Who Are We?

Last night on the show I played two different clips of speeches made over the weekend by President Obama and New V.P. candidate Paul Ryan. In the President’s speech he spoke of moving America forward by “shared prosperity.” Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | 7 Minutes of Genius

Matt Allen talks about preventing tragedy and the truth. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | The Lesser of Two Choices

I’m tired of playing the same old Democrat versus Republican game. It’s like watching professional sports, only it will seriously impact your life. Our modern political culture has been shaped in such a way that we debate our politics like we root for our favorite football team. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Running for what?

Matt Allen talks about Governor Chafee and 38 Studios. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | They've Abandoned Us

The most important thing the American people can learn from the illegal immigration problem in this country and the ruling from the SCOTUS yesterday, is that our federal government has abandoned us. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Inside the Rigged Game

So as a little Tuesday morning levity, the following is a list of some of the things that might have been heard on the floor of both houses during the debate. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Loose Lips Sink Ships

Matt Allen talks about Governor Chafee and 38 Studios. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Forget "Seperation of Church and State"

Matt Allen talks about the seperation of business and state. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Potpourri of Issues

With so much going on today and as of late, Matt presents you with a potpourri of issues. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Mother's Day Thank You

Matt Allen talks about lessons he learned from his mother. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Brainwashing America

Matt Allen talks about a new campaign against the term "Illegal immigrant". Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | It's Primary Day Part 1

Matt Allen talks about primary day in Rhode Island. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | The First District Clown Car

Matt Allen talks about the Congressional election in the first district. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | A Small Issue, Big Fight

When I first started this push I had a very specific vision as to what the reaction of the people would be and was surprised when this simple issue turned into something that people have very passionate thoughts about, thoughts that really seem to have no relation to their stated political philosophy. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | The Company You Keep

the group of politicians who have come out in support of Representative David Cicilline and the most recent endorsement of the representative by Governor Chafee will have to answer for the actions of the former Mayor of Providence as they are now endorsing the lies that he told. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Bankrupt but Not Dead

This line comes to mind when I think of the struggling municipalities in RI specifically Woonsocket and Central Falls. Here we have one town already in the bankruptcy abyss and the other on the verge of it. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Click and Tick This…

So maybe you’ve noticed and maybe you’ve been nabbed, either way the police are out in force these days as they ratchet up enforcement of the new RI primary seatbelt law. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | It's the Gas Prices Stupid?

What would happen in this country should the price of gas reach 5 dollars a gallon? Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Media Bias and the Non-Issues Issues

The latest so called “controversy” surrounding comments made by national talk show host Rush Limbaugh is a perfect example of how our presidential politics can sometimes look more like American Idol than the vetting process for the most powerful man in the world. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | I Have a Bridge to Sell You

The idea that Sheldon Whitehouse was SERIOUSLY considered for an appointment to the SCOTUS has inspired me to create a list of other events that are just as likely to happen. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | The Forest and The Trees

I believe that sometimes God will put events in a certain chronology in order to draw attention to their connections. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Outta of Touch, Outta Time

As I watched and listened to Governor Chafee deliver the State of the State address last week, I shook my head in disbelief. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Potpourri for $1,000

My mind is scattered this week so let’s hit a few different topics including GOP Primary, State of the State, and pensions. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | If the Sticker Fits, Wear it

I always find it amazing when so-called conservative politicians throw their ideology out the window in order to attack their fellow conservative opponents. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | When Republicans Attack

I always find it amazing when so-called conservative politicians throw their ideology out the window in order to attack their fellow conservative opponents. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | New Year Wishes

The first day back is always tough but it’s a new year and it’s appropriate that we start 2012 on the Matt Allen Show with some hopes and wishes for the next 365 days. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Tis' the Season

Maybe it’s the numerous times I’ve watched “A Christmas Carol” on TV lately but I’ve been finding myself focused on the charity side of Christmas this year more than any. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | The 10,000 Dollar Question

Very often there are campaign issues that the media likes to present as game changers that really make very little sense to me. I sometimes think of them as “what the hell?” stories. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Attack on Christmas? Attack on us.

Occupy Providence’s latest decision to leave Burnside Park so that the sprinkler system can be winterized just shows that this group has lost all credibility as a protest movement. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | The RIGOP

Thoughts from the Nation | Giving Thanks

So to celebrate the holiday I would like to symbolically join hands with you and share what we are all thankful for.

Thoughts from the Nation | Occupy Your Homes

Thoughts from the Nation | A Moral Vote

Matt Allen talks Hermain Cain and the sexual harassment allegations against him. Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Matt Allen talks about enjoying each holiday on its own, rather than rushing through the season, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | The Home Coming

Matt Allen talks about the true impact of American troops returning from Iraq, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Pension Reform

Matt Allen talks about pension reform's threat to part of the RI holy trinity, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | The Tyranny of Democracy

Matt Allen talks about the detrimental effects of the Occupy Movement's attempts at a pure democracy, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Rebels Without a Clue

Matt Allen talks about the unfocused "feelings" expressed by protestors in NY participating in "Occupy Wall Street" and off-shoots around the country, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | In-State Insanity

Matt Allen talks about the unanimous approval of in-state tuition rates for illegal immigrants by an education board, and the arguments on either side, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | The Big House

Matt Allen talks about the string of Rhode Island politicians being charged with crimes, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | 9-11-01 The Impact 10 Years Later

Matt Allen talks about the impact o f 9-11 on himself and the nation, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Anything else we can DO for you?

Matt Allen talks about a trial program allowing four Providence Subway restaurants to accept food stamps, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | It's not them, it's us

Matt Allen talks about the surprising reaction of Rhode Islanders to the power outages caused by tropical storm Irene, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Death by 1,000 paper cuts

Matt Allen talks about the passage of a new law requiring National Grid customers to pay an extra fee to supplement those who cannot afford their own bills, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation | Self Preservation: An endangered instinct 8/16/11

Matt Allen talks about Warren Buffett's request to pay more taxes and if this is actually what the country needs, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation: Leadership 8/09/11

Matt Allen talks about the lack of real leadership in the U.S. and the role it has played in the current situations in the nation, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation: Central Falls, Warning to the Wise? 8/02/11

Matt Allen talks about the recent decision to file for bankruptcy in Central Falls and whether other cities on the brink of disaster will learn their lesson from this little city in trouble, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation: The Debt Crisis 7/26/11

Matt Allen analyzes both the President and Speaker of the House's speeches to the American people on the debt crisis, in this week's Thoughts from the Nation.

Thoughts from the Nation: The Debt Nonsense > 07/19/11

Matt Allen and his Thoughts from the Nation talk about the debt ceiling debate in Washington and the lack of responsibility on Congress' part.

Thoughts from the Nation: Voter ID Hand Wringing > 07/12/11

Matt Allen and his Thoughts from the Nation discuss a new bill requiring voters to show ID, and some Rhode Islanders' surprising reactions.

Thoughts from the Nation: General Assembly Roundup > 06/28/11

Matt Allen and his Thoughts from the Nation discuss some of the bills going through the General Assembly, and whether they should be passed or not.

Thoughts from the Nation: NBC Apologizes for Snubbing God > 06/21/11

Matt Allen and his Thoughts from the Nation discuss NBC's recent decision to "snub" God from a montage of children reciting the pledge of allegiance.

Thoughts from the Nation: Secure Communities Nonsense > 06/14/11

Matt Allen and his Thoughts from the Nation talk about the "controversy" over the Secure Communities program and how it's really just a ridiculously politicized sham.

Thoughts from the Nation: What IS a school's job? > 06/7/11

Matt Allen and his Thoughts from the Nation talks about the recent measure approved by the Woonsocket school committee to allow "family planning" services on campus. Matt asks, "Why is this a school's job?"

Thoughts from the Nation: Pension Politics > 05/24/11

Matt Allen and his Thoughts from the Nation talks about Treasurer Raimondo's report, Truth In Numbers: The Security and Sustainability of Rhode Island's Retirement

Thoughts from the Nation: Don't We Deserve Better? > 05/17/11

Matt Allen and his Thoughts from the Nation discusses why the people of Rhode Island are the victims of their own low expectations.

Thoughts from the Nation > 05/10/11

Matt Allen and his Thoughts from the Nation discusses why the Rhode Island DMV has been such a problem for so long and exactly what needs to be done to fix it.

Thoughts from the Nation > 05/03/11

Matt Allen and his Thoughts from the Nation discusses the death of Osama bin Laden and whether or not there really is a sense of closure for those affected by the terrorist attacks.