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  As 82nd Airborne veteran Scott Peoples put it in a recent op-ed for NC Newsline, President Trump's decision to pardon participants in the deadly January 6, 2021 insurrection — even those who violently assaulted police officers — was a low point in the history of the American presidency. Even many conservative Trump supporters were […]

In the news today: For our first story focusing on campus news, MSU investigating Theta Chi fraternity for alleged act of hazing. For our final story focusing on more campus news, conservative student group wants accountability for MSU professor who called Trump supporters 'naive'.

Rich welcomes comedian Jeff Allen, who shares his story in the book "Are We There Yet?" Next, Wanjiru Njoya, scholar-in-residence at the Mises Institute and author of "Economic Freedom and Social Justice," tells how capitalism can defeat racism. Later, we meet Ambrose King, Jr., a candidate for the Tift County school board in Georgia. He describes how the conservative group True The Vote stepped in to prevent Democrats from pilfering a local election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AP correspondent Jackie Quinn reports on a conservative group now floating the idea that President Biden might refuse to leave office if he loses in November.

Marion County voters will have 18 judges on their ballot in November for the General Election — on Tuesday, eight incumbent judges recommended for retention will give public interviews. A conservative organization is suing Indiana University for its bias reporting system. Indiana's three candidates for governor have agreed to at least one televised debate this fall — but can the debates matter? Indiana ranks in the bottom half of all 50 states for child well-being. That's according to the Annie E. Casey Foundation's national Kids Count Data Book. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. Today's episode of WFYI News Now was produced by Abriana Herron, Drew Daudelin and Kendall Antron with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

Guests include Conservative MP Craig Williams, Labour MP Nia Griffith, director of the Wales Governance Centre Professor Richard Wyn Jones, Conservative commentator Tim Montgomerie, former Welsh Secretary, ex Labour MP and former member of the Assembly - Ron Davies, Aled Eirug -- a Senior Lecturer at Swansea University - who co-edited 'The Impact of Devolution in Wales Social Democracy with a Welsh Stripe', Plaid Cymru's leader in Westminster and the MP for Dwyfor Meirionnydd, Liz Saville-Roberts, Dr Matt Wall, Head of the Department of Politics, Philosophy and International Relations at Swansea University, and George Carroll, Leader of the Conservative Group on the Vale of Glamorgan Council.

In a novel endeavor, Americans for Prosperity (AFP), a robust procedurally conservative grassroots syndicate shaped by the affluent Koch Brothers, is gearing up to launch a substantial campaign worth millions, which sets out to demonstrate, what they believe to be the 'damaging consequences' of President Biden's economic philosophies on the populace. Featuring a fresh-out-of-the-box website by the name of Bidenomics.com, it is a moniker for the President's fiscal proposals and foundational beliefs. AFP staunchly maintains that this online platform 'takes on the mantle of a real-time truth and fact finding engine on Bidenomics, providing consistent updates about the economy, and acting as a bulwark against potential distortions in President Biden's economic voice.' The ground-breaking initiative, whose details AFP shared first with Fox News as the week commenced, is meant to preceed the President's consequential State of the Union address due in the latter part of the week. Spanning a variety of topics, the State of the Union is expected to be a podium where President Biden will no doubt shine a light on his achievements. Chief amongst the grounds covered by the President during his speech would likely be his economic initiatives, as he attempts to convince the electorate that he deserves another four years in the Oval Office. It is also projected that the President will stopover at crucial general election battleground states in the immediate wake of his address.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It's Thursday, November 2nd, A.D. 2023. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Persecuted Christians in Myanmar claim war crimes Persecuted Christians in Myanmar  filed a war crimes case against the government's military regime last week. Five victims brought the case before a court in the Philippines, a nearby Southeast Asian nation. The victims are from Chin State, Myanmar which is predominantly Christian. Salai Ling is one of the complainants and is part of the Chin Human Rights Organization. He said, “We are a Christian people whose pastors are being murdered and whose churches and faith-based schools are being destroyed in a systematic campaign by junta forces. With this persecution of Myanmar's Christians continuing, we pray that our brothers and sisters in the Philippines will hear our cry and grant us justice.” Myanmar's military took over the country in a coup in 2021, ruthlessly cracking down on protesters and targeting Christians. Please pray for our brothers and sisters in Myanmar, ranked 14th on the Open Doors World Watch List of nations where it is most difficult to be a Christian.  Malawi students stood up to Planned Parenthood Last week, Human Life International shared a story about how students in the African nation of Malawi stood up to Planned Parenthood representatives. The incident occurred on September 29 at the Natola Secondary School in the Dowa District of Central Malawi. A representative of the pro-life organization said, “To the surprise of everybody, the students at Natola refused the abortion promoters sent to teach them and chased them away. The teacher was sure that it was due to what he called the ‘good pro-life message' that Human Life International has been sharing with the students.” Students even burned a box of contraceptives left by Planned Parenthood.  Ephesians 5:11 says, “Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them.” Christian politician reinstated after being fired for saying pride “not a virtue” Last Thursday, a British Christian politician received his position back after being removed for sharing his Biblical beliefs online. Back in June, King Lawal tweeted, “Pride is a sin, not a virtue.” In response, the local Conservative Group at North Northamptonshire Unitary Council suspended him from his positions on the council. After the council reinstated him recently, Lawal said, “What has happened to me has been appalling, but I am encouraged and grateful to the local group for reinstating me. Any Christian, especially those holding public positions, should be concerned by what has happened and anyone who cares about free speech in the UK.” Lawal tweeted, “I just want to say thank you to the majority of people in the UK, and the rest of the world (Spain, North Ireland, USA). I'm inundated with phone calls, emails, letters, and messages of support and encouragement. It appears the multitude not only agree with what I said, but my right to say it.” President Biden received $40,000 of laundered Chinese money In America, the U.S. Oversight Committee released more information on President Joe Biden's family business dealings. Republican Rep. James Comer of Kentucky chairs the committee. Yesterday, he shared findings that Biden received $40,000 in laundered China money through his son Hunter. Comer said, “In taking funds sourced to a [Chinese Communist Party]-linked company that wanted to advance China's interests, Joe Biden exposed himself to future blackmail and put America's interests behind his own desire for money.” Plus, in an interview with Sean Hannity on the Fox News Channel, Comer talked about how President Biden's brother, Jim Biden, received $600,000 fraudulently by promising that Joe could help the company in the Middle East. Jim Biden then turned around and gave $200,000 directly to his brother Joe Biden in a personal check. Listen. COMER: “We also want to know from Joe Biden: Was he aware, when he took that $200,000, that it came from a company his brother, [Jim Biden], defrauded in the name of Joe Biden, that Joe Biden could come in, and save the day through his contacts in the Middle East, Sean. “That's where this influence-peddling scheme came. We talked about China, Romania, Russia, Ukraine. Now we're talking about the Middle East. We've talked about Hunter Biden. Now we're on to Jim Biden. We've been following the money. We're going to continue to follow the money. But more and more suspicious activity is popping up everywhere, to the tune of millions and millions of dollars [to] the Biden family. And now we have evidence that Joe Biden benefited directly from this.” Deuteronomy 16:19 says, “You shall not pervert justice. You shall not show partiality, and you shall not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds the eyes of the wise and subverts the cause of the righteous.” FDA: Beware of 24 eye drop products The Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers to not use over two dozen over-the-counter eye drop products. The FDA warned last Friday that the products can cause eye infections that could result in partial vision loss or blindness. Walmart, Target, CVS Health, and Rite Aid are among the stores that carried the products.  And speaking of healthcare, hundreds of pharmacy workers are staging a three-day walkout from chains like CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens. They are calling it “Pharmageddon,” a protest against poor working conditions and understaffed stores. U.S. homeschooling is fastest growing form of education And finally, a new report by The Washington Post found that homeschooling is the fastest-growing form of education in the U.S. The Post estimates there are between 1.9 and 2.7 million homeschooled children in America. That's a 51% increase over the last six school years. Over the same period, private schooling grew 7%, and public schooling dropped by 4%. Areas with some of the biggest increases in homeschooling include the District of Columbia, New York, California, and Hawaii.  The Post noted, “The growth demonstrates home schooling's arrival as a mainstay of the American education system, with its impact—on society, on public schools ... only beginning to be felt.” Close And that's The Worldview in 5 Minutes on this Thursday, November 2nd in the year of our Lord 2023. Subscribe by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldView.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

BlazeTV contributors Jaco Booyens and John Doyle join the show today to discuss the recent lawsuit brought by nonprofit legal group America First Legal, led by former Trump adviser Stephen Miller, which is suing Washington Democratic Governor Jay Inslee over Senate Bill 5599. This bill allows the state to withhold information from parents about child sex-change surgeries. America First Legal argues that the law violates parents' fundamental rights under the United States Constitution to direct the care and upbringing of their children. The American Medical Association has put forth a proposal advocating for taxpayer subsidies to support uterus transplants for transgender women by footing the bill worth $300,000. The world's top chess federation has banned trans women from all-female contests, claiming that they have an unfair advantage. Sara interviews Georgia state Sen. Colton Moore (R), who initiated a potential move toward the impeachment of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, citing her actions against former President Donald Trump. The investigation could potentially impact the funding of Willis' Trump-related inquiry and even lead to her impeachment. The 13 charges against Trump, brought by a Georgia grand jury, are substantial and carry a potential combined sentence of 76.5 years in state prison if convicted. The Biden administration is reportedly exploring the possibility of plea agreements for the alleged mastermind and four other associates behind the attacks of September 11, 2001, potentially sparing them from the death penalty. Netflix has a new children's animated film, and it's even too gay for Disney. The film includes two former gay lovers who hold hands and kiss, as well as a main character, Nimona, who is a shape-shifting magical being with implied gender-fluid characteristics. Today's Sponsors: You can get a FREE report with all the details on how the Bank On Yourself strategy adds guarantees, predictability, and control to your financial plan. Just go to http://www.bankonyourself.com/matters Relief factor isn't a drug, but it was developed by doctors to fight inflammation. Try it today. The 3-Week QuickStart is only $19.95. Go to http://www.relieffactor.com or call 800-4Relief to get your QuickStart today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The $50,000 donation from The Concord Fund, formerly known as the Judicial Crisis Network, appears to be the first publicly disclosed contribution to a Maine PAC from the group, which is associated with a network of nonprofits connected to Leonard Leo, the chairman of the Federalist Society.

The theme is money in the court this week as reports have just surfaced that Clarence Thomas has received hundreds of thousands of dollars in unreported “gifts” from a GOP mega-donor. And tune in for details on one of the biggest cases of the year: a judge in Texas just ruled to restrict abortion pill access for women across the country. We'll be following all major updates in this case as it moves its way up to the US Supreme Court and more in this episode. Annnnd did you share this podcast with your friends and rate us on Spotify/Apple Podcasts? Let me know and I'll send you a free Two Balls, One Court merch item of your choice.

This Week's Topics:Prayer for Political Prisoners 4:00DOJ Bogus Jan 6th Charges 7:00WTPC Wants Jan 6th Video! 9:30White House Pushed Trump Raid 14:00Congress Gets Biden & Trump Docs 16:00House Goes After AG Bragg 18:30Inside Bogus Trump Sexual Assault 21:30More Evidence of Biden Crimes 24:00Macron Throws US Under the Bus 27:00Military Leak is Not What you Think 28:00Call to STOP RESTRICT ACT! 31:00Jordan Podcast Explains a lot 36:30EPA Raises Emission Standards 39:00Economic War on Americans 42:00We need a Unified Ticket in 2024 48:30Know why AI is Dangerous 1:05:00Dangerous Trans Criminals 1:13:00$6 Billion Loss from Bud Trans Ad 1:16:0018,000 Cows Die in Explosion 1:22:30SEC Sides with Conservative Group 1:30:00Florida Passes 6 Wk Abortion Ban 1:33:00Donate to Doug Mackey Defense 1:36:00View our Podcast and our other videos and news stories at:www.WethePeopleConvention.orgSend Comments and Suggestions to:info@WethePeopleConvention.org

Veterans In Politics- Season 7, Episode 5- Cllr Chris 'Chalky' Mitchell - Former REME Officer  and now a Council Leader in Worcester for the Conservatives.Chalky was introduced to the show by a mutual veteran friend.  This is the first time that we have had the privilege of interviewing a leader of a local authority so couldn't resist the opportunity to ask about the transferable leadership skills of veterans into local politics.By his own admission, Chalky doesn't get into the whole party political ding dong, which is just as well, as he leads a Conservative Group in a technical coalition with another party.This is a great run through of someone who had a decent military career and was simply asked to stand at an event.  We need to ask more veterans like Chalky to stand up and serve again!Thank you Chalky for sharing your story with us and don't forget to support our show in the link below.Support the show✅Support The Show Help Us Grow! Help us reach more veterans by donating the cost of a cup of coffee today...

On Cincinnati Edition's weekly news review, local journalists join us to talk about the big stories from recent days.

Spotify buys company that detects “dangerous misinformation” and “harmful content”. Audio streaming service Spotify has acquired Kinzen – a company that detects and flags “dangerous misinformation and harmful content” within audio content by generating and analyzing audio transcriptions. The thought Police are in full effect. Got Em! Four former Mississippi day care center employees face charges after they were seen on camera using masks, similar to those used in the movie series "Scream" to scare children. How should a president respond to running a $1.4 trillion budget deficit — 40% higher than before the pandemic — and adding trillions more to 10-year deficits? If you are President Biden, you take a victory lap touting your “historic deficit reduction.” Judge Rebukes Biden DOJ for ‘Overbroad, Burdensome' Subpoena of Conservative Group. The war on conservatism continues. ~~~~ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL ~~~~ If you've enjoyed our content consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://tpsreportlive.locals.com

Rebecca Weber, CEO of Association of Mature American Citizens, discusses a shocking poll done with Trafalgar Group, that 51.2% of Americans believe the Biden Administration cares less about the middle class than prior administrations. The polling also went on to say that 61% of Hispanics said that they believed that the Biden Administration cares much less about the middle class than prior administrations. This comes at a time when Republicans are surging in the polls across the country, just weeks out from the November 8 midterm election, where Democrats are hoping to keep control of the House and Senate.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It has recently come to light that a brand new nonprofit conservative group received a massive "dark money" donation of over a billion US dollars. Where did this money come from, what makes it "dark", and could this mean anything when it comes to political influence? Tax expert Karlton Dennis explains it all.... HOW TO WORK WITH ME

This Day in Maine for Tuesday, September 13th, 2022.

A new conservative nonprofit group scored a whopping $1.6 billion from a single donor. David Cay Johnston, co-founder of DCReport, Pulitzer Prize Winner and 4-time bestselling author is with Mark Thompson to explain how the low-profile Republican financier donated his company to the group run by Leonard A. Leo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new conservative nonprofit group scored a whopping $1.6 billion from a single donor. David Cay Johnston, co-founder of DCReport, Pulitzer Prize Winner and 4-time bestselling author is with Mark Thompson to explain how the low-profile Republican financier donated his company to the group run by Leonard A. Leo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a change to our planned show, we welcome back Simon Bosher, leader of the Conservative Group on PCC to ask him of the in-house view of this week's developments in Westminster and the contest to replace rejected PM, Boris Johnson.

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The conservative group ALEC is taking aim at laws aimed at addressing climate change, calling them 'energy discrimination.' On Today's Show:Kate Aronoff, staff writer at The New Republic and author of Overheated: How Capitalism Broke the Planet - And How We Fight Back (Bold Type Books April 20, 2021), talks about her latest piece, "Conservatives Have a New Bogeyman: Critical Energy Theory," which found some conservative interest groups are trying to stop climate policy from being implemented around the country by claiming it unfairly discriminates against fossil fuel companies.

Annie Patnaude is the Americans for Prosperity Michigan State Director. Major conservative group spotlights Sanders ‘health care heist' in new ad blitz 

The American Stewards of Liberty, a conservative lobbying group , is taking aim at President Biden’s 30 by 30 plan. For this week’s News Brief, KDNK talks to freelance reporter Nancy Lofholm about her recent story in the Colorado Sun.

Today's Midday podcast features coverage of a conservative group trying to invalidate votes in heavily Dems counties as part of an effort to take electoral votes away from Joe Biden and swing them to President Trump. 

A bipartisan group of Assembly members officially launched a new task force dedicated to police reform and racial equity on Tuesday.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

So the LCR were turned down again by the Texas GOP... People claim GOP things Gay Conservatives are the embodiment of Identity Politics.. yet where is this claim with other groups of identity? Hummm? I believe it's just a way of still playing in the homophobic pool...#GoRight with Peter Boykinhttps://youtu.be/W8Qfh2hq_Gkhttps://www.spreaker.com/user/9922149/texas-gop-turned-down-gay-conservative-g

November 23, 2019 NPR's Scott Simon talks with Anne Schlafly Cori of the Eagle Forum about her group's support for a ban on flavored e-cigarettes.  

On this episode of the podcast, Jack and Jake discuss the fraudulent scorecard released by ACU, the organizers of the infamous CPAC events. They rated all Republicans as conservative by ignoring all the large spending bills that actually grew government.

Two students with a conservative group sued the University of Florida and won a settlement and changes, over a policy they say allowed student government to discriminate against conservative speakers paid for by mandatory student fees. Gordon Byrd speaks with Caleb Dalton, chief counsel at the Alliance Defending Freedom.

On the first episode of this special series going inside the future of the Republican party, White House correspondent Anita Kumar sits down with Matt Schlapp, chairman of the American Conservative Union, the nation’s oldest and largest conservative grassroots organization, to talk about President Donald Trump’s 2020 re-election campaign—which is already kicking into gear—and what that means for Republicans over the next two years, and for the flurry of Democrats likely to run against him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson speaks with President and CEO of Working Canadians Catherine Swift about advocacy group Leadnow's latest efforts against new Ontario PC party leader Doug Ford.

Southern Sense is conservative talk with Annie "The Radio Chick" Ubelis, as host and "CS" Bennett, co-host.  Informative, fun, irreverent and politically incorrect, you never know where we'll go, but you'll love the journey!  www.Southern-Sense.comJosh Bernstein is one of the brightest, quick witted, intellectual minds in Conservative Media today. Besides doing his own show he is proud to be an official spokesman for The Association of Mature Americans Citizens, www.amac.us In addition, he is also ranked in top talk radio’s “Top 100 list of Conservative All Stars” and The Director of Communications of another large Conservative Group that focuses on limiting the size of government and expanding liberty and freedom. https://www.patreon.com/joshbernstein  http://AMAC.usLieutenant Colonel Robert “Buzz” Patterson, United States Air Force (Retired), is a military combat pilot, distinguished White House military aide, bestselling author, leadership consultant, popular public speaker and former commercial airline pilot.  Among Patterson’s literary efforts include two New York Times best sellers, Dereliction of Duty and Reckless Disregard. His most recent books include War Crimes and Conduct Unbecoming.  http://buzzpatterson.live/Dedication: Trooper Damon Allen, Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas, End of Watch Thursday, November 23, 2017

Southern Sense is conservative talk with Annie "The Radio Chick" Ubelis, as host and "CS" Bennett, co-host.  Informative, fun, irreverent and politically incorrect, you never know where we'll go, but you'll love the journey!  www.Southern-Sense.com Josh Bernstein is one of the brightest, quick witted, intellectual minds in Conservative Media today. Besides doing his own show he is proud to be an official spokesman for The Association of Mature Americans Citizens, www.amac.us In addition, he is also ranked in top talk radio’s “Top 100 list of Conservative All Stars” and The Director of Communications of another large Conservative Group that focuses on limiting the size of government and expanding liberty and freedom. https://www.patreon.com/joshbernstein  http://AMAC.us Lieutenant Colonel Robert “Buzz” Patterson, United States Air Force (Retired), is a military combat pilot, distinguished White House military aide, bestselling author, leadership consultant, popular public speaker and former commercial airline pilot.  Among Patterson’s literary efforts include two New York Times best sellers, Dereliction of Duty and Reckless Disregard. His most recent books include War Crimes and Conduct Unbecoming.  http://buzzpatterson.live/ Dedication: Trooper Damon Allen, Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas, End of Watch Thursday, November 23, 2017

Hey gang.  So the government is officialy involved in our relationship.  We stil have news and comment though so let's get to it.  http://Paypal.me/PhoenixAndWilliam  http://patreon.com/winecellarmediafund Alexa Curtin scores huge legal victory against Orange County officer she alleges raped her after his department is ordered to turn over internal files amid claims he assaulted other women http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4316524/RHOC-s-Alexa-Curtin-scores-huge-victory-cop-rape-case.html Misogyny.  https://www.thesun.co.uk/cheltenham-festival-2017/3119538/sexual-photos-and-videos-of-cheltenham-jockey-lizzie-kelly-shared-by-racegoers-ahead-of-her-historic-gold-cup-ride/ ------------------------ Conservative Group's New Song Aims To Get Neil Gorsuch Confirmed To The Supreme Court http://www.rightwingwatch.org/post/conservative-groups-new-song-will-get-neil-gorsuch-confirmed-to-the-supreme-court/ --------------------------- Wayne Allyn Root: Trump Is Like ‘A Wife Who Makes Passionate Love To You Every Day, Seven Days A Week' http://www.rightwingwatch.org/post/wayne-allyn-root-trump-is-like-a-wife-who-makes-passionate-love-to-you-every-day-seven-days-a-week/ --------------------------- Metro Police to Stop Issuing Racist Book to New Recruits http://www.nashvillescene.com/news/pith-in-the-wind/article/20855225/metro-police-to-stop-issuing-racist-fearmongering-book-to-new-recruits ------------------------ ‘I Will Forever Regret': Donna Brazile Admits She Gave Debate Questions to Clinton Campaign http://www.mediaite.com/online/i-will-forever-regret-donna-brazile-admits-she-gave-debate-questions-to-clinton-campaign/

JK Simmons bulks up for new role, Paula Abdul get's throw up on and Bruce Campbell calls out the lies of a Conservative Group

Just hours after the election, re-elected Isle of Wight MP Andrew Turner talks to Lucy Morgan. He takes your questions alongside Dave Stewart, leader of the Conservative Group, Isle of Wight Council. #iwnews #ge2015

6 AM - MailBag; SF nude ban; Jack and Joe talked to a conservative group in San Jose; Boehner got mad at fellow GOPers.

8 AM - Monica Cole from One Million Moms talks about protesting a new TV show; Palestinians are mad at Mitt or something; London is diverse.

Today we're going to hear from some conservatives who have banded together to stop Bush's power grab. You heard me correctly, conservatives.You'll get an overabundance of ammo to use when next you have the pleasure of engaging in conversation, a right-winger who hasn't yet been enlightened by these conservative brethren of his.There's been increasing talk lately of impeaching Bush and Cheney.

The castaway on Desert Island Discs this week is Dame Shirley Porter, who, as Lady Porter, was the flamboyant leader of the ruling Conservative Group at Westminster City Council - a post she held from 1983 until she stepped down in April 1991. She'll be telling Sue Lawley about what it was that made her go into politics at the age of 40, about her campaign for cleanliness on the streets of the capital and about her plans for the future.[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs] Favourite track: The Ode To Joy (Symphony No 9) by Ludwig van Beethoven Book: SAS Survival Manual Luxury: Large Swiss Army knife

The castaway on Desert Island Discs this week is Dame Shirley Porter, who, as Lady Porter, was the flamboyant leader of the ruling Conservative Group at Westminster City Council - a post she held from 1983 until she stepped down in April 1991. She'll be telling Sue Lawley about what it was that made her go into politics at the age of 40, about her campaign for cleanliness on the streets of the capital and about her plans for the future. [Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs] Favourite track: The Ode To Joy (Symphony No 9) by Ludwig van Beethoven Book: SAS Survival Manual Luxury: Large Swiss Army knife