Boortz Report: Should the Voting Age Be Raised to 25?

Boortz Report: Should the Voting Age Be Raised to 25?

Boortz discusses the rise of young voters supporting democratic socialist candidates and argues that age, education, and maturity influence political decision-making. He proposes raising the voting age to 25, citing brain development and comparing it to age restrictions used by car rental companies. Boortz also discusses his view that voting eligibility should be tied to additional qualifications, including not receiving welfare benefits. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Boortz Report: Why End a Crime Program That Was Working?

Boortz discusses Virginia's former Operation Ceasefire initiative, a crime reduction program focused on high-crime areas through community outreach, intervention with at-risk youth, technology-assisted policing, and targeted enforcement against repeat offenders. He highlights reported reductions in murders and violent crime under the program and criticizes the decision by Virginia's new administration to discontinue it. Boortz argues that successful anti-crime strategies should be maintained regardless of political affiliation See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Neal Boortz joins The Morning Xtra 06-24-26

Neil Boortz checked in from the Rocky Mountains, where he joked about cold weather, oxygen canisters, life on the road, and why he has no interest in spending time in Las Vegas anymore. The conversation then shifted to politics, with Boortz sharing his thoughts on New York’s political direction, rising property taxes, migration from states like New York and California, and concerns about government overreach. The segment wrapped up with stories about red-light cameras, classic cars, RV travel through the mountains, puppy videos, and Boortz’s plans to spend the rest of the morning doing as little as possible. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Boortz Report: The Birthright Citizenship Battle Heads to the Supreme Court

Boortz discusses the debate over birthright citizenship and a Supreme Court case involving efforts to limit who qualifies for automatic U.S. citizenship under the 14th Amendment. He reviews the long-standing practice of children born in the United States receiving citizenship regardless of their parents' status and examines proposals that would require at least one parent to be in the country legally. Boortz argues for stricter limits on birthright citizenship and looks at how the Court's decision could affect immigration policy in the future. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Boortz Report: The Strait of Hormuz Changes Everything

Boortz argues that opposition to military action against Iran has weakened America's position and emboldened Iran on the world stage. He discusses the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that Iran can use control of the waterway to influence global economies and foreign policy decisions. Boortz also examines Iran's relationship with Hezbollah, questions the effectiveness of recent diplomatic agreements, and contends that Iran's political and military leadership remains a significant threat despite recent military setbacks. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.