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Europe, Mass Migration, the Fake Right, and the Search for a Real Conservative Movement
In Episode 40 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele examines European political movements, migration, sovereignty, and the gap between opposition messaging and governing.
MAGA, Political Independence, Split Government, and the Fight Over America First
In Episode 39 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele discusses political independence, constitutional checks and balances, campaign finance, and the future of America First politics.
MAGA, Neoconservatism, Civil Liberties, and the Case for a New America First Party
In Episode 38 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele critiques neoconservative foreign policy and considers whether constitutional conservatives need a new political party.
America First Gen X Episode 37
In this episode, the host dives deep into the shifting political landscape, offering a sharp critique of the current MAGA movement, the Republican party establishment, and modern political corruption.
MAGA, AIPAC, Split Government, and the Four-Part Midterm Strategy
In Episode 36 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele lays out what he describes as four reasons America First conservatives should break with MAGA in the midterm elections and begin preparing for a new political movement heading toward 2028.Jackson opens by cr…
MAGA, Neoconservatism, and the Push for a Third Party
In Episode 35 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele lays out what he describes as a three-part strategy for constitutional conservatives and America First voters heading into the midterms and toward 2028.Jackson’s first argument is that the current MAGA estab…
MAGA, Federal Power, Foreign Wars, and the Collapse of Constitutional Conservatism
In Episode 34 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers one of his strongest critiques yet of the modern MAGA movement and argues that it no longer represents constitutional conservatism, limited government, or the original America First philosophy.Jacks…
Party Loyalty, MAGA, and the Case for an America First Third Party
In Episode 33 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele argues that Americans should stop allowing fear-based party politics to dictate how they vote, live, and define their political identities.Jackson begins with a broader message about self-reliance.
Fake Third Parties, Bipartisanship, and the Battle for an America First Alternative
In Episode 32 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele examines what he describes as the difference between genuine political reform and establishment-approved alternatives designed to preserve the existing system.The episode begins with Jackson discussing forme…
Israel, Campaign Money, Congressional Influence, and the Crisis of Political Representation
In Episode 31 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele returns after a short break with a forceful discussion about Israel, congressional influence, campaign finance, aging political leadership, and what he sees as a widening gap between elected officials and th…
Generational Politics, Party Failure, and the Strategy for 2028
In Episode 30 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele takes aim at both major political parties and argues that neither Republicans nor Democrats currently offer a serious home for voters who believe in constitutional government, limited federal power, noninter…
The Republican Party, MAGA, and the Battle Over America First Conservatism
In Episode 29 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele examines what he sees as a major transformation inside the Republican Party and the MAGA movement.
Israel, U.S. Foreign Policy, and the Question of National Sovereignty
In Episode 28 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele examines one of the most contentious questions in American foreign policy: what obligations, if any, should the United States have toward Israel—or any other foreign nation?The episode begins with a question…
NATO After the Cold War, Europe’s Political Crisis, and the Future of the West
Episode 27: NATO After the Cold War, Europe’s Political Crisis, and the Future of the WestIn Episode 27 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele connects the podcast to written commentary published through the V4 Report, offering the audience articles and podcas…
Accountability, the Epstein Files, and Political Leadership
Episode 26: Accountability, the Epstein Files, and Political LeadershipIn Episode 26 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers a confrontational critique of political leadership, media personalities, and what he sees as the collapse of moral accountabili…
The 25th Amendment, Split Government, and the Fight for a New Political Movement
In Episode 25 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers a forceful critique of presidential power, party loyalty, foreign policy, and the current direction of the MAGA movement.
The SAVE Act, Federal Power, and the Meaning of Constitutional Conservatism
In Episode 24 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele examines the debate over election security, federal authority, immigration enforcement, constitutional rights, and the growing divide between traditional limited-government conservatism and the modern MAGA m…
Constitutional Conservatism, Election Integrity, and the Future of the America First Movement
In Episode 23 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele examines one of the defining questions of the series: What does it truly mean to be a constitutional conservative in modern American politics?Jackson argues that political labels have increasingly lost their…
Foreign Policy, Executive Power, and the Debate Over America's Global Role
In Episode 22 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele examines executive power, foreign policy, national security, and the growing debate surrounding America's role in international conflicts.
Campaign Finance Reform, Term Limits, and Restoring Political Accountability
In Episode 21 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele focuses on what he believes are some of the most important structural reforms facing American government: campaign finance reform, congressional term limits, age limits for elected officials, and restoring a…
A Third Party, Constitutional Government, and the Future of American Politics
In Episode 20 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele marks America's 250th anniversary with a wide-ranging discussion about constitutional government, political realignment, national sovereignty, and why he believes the time has come for a new political moveme…
Foreign Policy, Political Influence, and the Future of the America First Movement
In Episode 19 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers an unfiltered discussion on foreign policy, political influence, government accountability, and the role special interests play in shaping American decision-making.The episode examines recent intern…
Coalition Building, Political Realignment, and the Future Beyond MAGA
In Episode 18 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele explores one of the most significant questions facing American politics today: What happens when voters from opposite sides of the political spectrum find common ground against a shared political establishme…
Political Accountability, Public Trust, and Challenging the Establishment
In Episode 17 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers another unfiltered commentary on political accountability, public trust, leadership, and the growing dissatisfaction many voters feel toward political institutions across the United States and beyon…
Age Limits, Generational Responsibility, and the Future of American Leadership
Episode 16: Age Limits, Generational Responsibility, and the Future of American LeadershipIn Episode 16 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele tackles one of the most controversial topics in American politics today: age, leadership, and whether the nation's po…
Campaign Finance Reform, Political Accountability, and Building a New Political Movement
In Episode 15 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers another unscripted and wide-ranging discussion exploring political reform, campaign finance, government accountability, and what a future political movement outside traditional party structures coul…
Building a New Political Coalition and Challenging the Status Quo
In Episode 14 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele continues the conversation surrounding the future of American politics, political realignment, and what comes next for voters who believe neither major political party fully represents their priorities.Follo…
The Future of America First, MAGA, and the Conservative Movement
In Episode 13 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers a direct and passionate commentary on the current state of American conservatism, the future of the Republican Party, and what many voters identifying with traditional America First principles are w…
Iran, Neoconservatism, MAGA’s Identity Crisis, and the Push for Political Realignment
In Episode 12 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers one of the most aggressive critiques yet of modern neoconservatism, U.S.
Third Party Strategy, Political Realignment, and the Future Beyond MAGA
In Episode 11 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele expands on themes from earlier episodes and shifts the focus toward what he believes must come next politically: the creation of a viable third party movement.The episode centers on:Why Steele believes MAGA …
Movement Collapse, Political Realignment, and the Strategy to Reshape Power
In Episode 10 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele presents one of his most forceful assessments yet, arguing that:The modern MAGA movement has fundamentally changedA significant portion of its original support base has exitedPolitical alliances are being re…
The Fall of MAGA, the “Old Right” Response, and the Strategy to Reshape American Politics
In Episode 9 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers one of his most direct critiques yet, focusing on:The decline of the modern MAGA movementThe historical roots of the “Old Right” and America First ideologyLong-standing opposition to interventionist …
The Split Within the Movement, Catholic Conservatives, and the Case for a New Political Party
In Episode 8 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers one of the most strategic and defining discussions of the series so far.This episode focuses on:The official fracture within the America First coalitionThe role of traditional conservatives and relig…
Middle East Power Shift, Ceasefire Tensions, and Cracks in Political Alliances
In Episode 7 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers a shorter but pointed update focused on:The evolving power dynamics in the Middle EastThe role of Iran in shaping outcomes following recent conflictOngoing tensions involving Israel and LebanonPoliti…
Generational Divide, Government Power, and the Fracturing of the MAGA Movement
In Episode 6 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele focuses on internal tensions within the conservative movement, generational divides, and concerns about expanding federal authority.This episode shifts toward:Cultural and generational differences in politica…
The Origins of Neoconservatism and the Battle for the Conservative Movement
In Episode 5 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele shifts into a more historical and ideological discussion, focusing on:The origins and evolution of neoconservatismThe ideological split within the conservative movement after the Cold WarThe defining battles …
Terror Funding Allegations, Iran Narrative Challenges, and the Push for a Third Party
Terror Funding Allegations, Iran Narrative Challenges, and the Push for a Third PartyIn Episode 4 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele dives into three major themes:Allegations surrounding U.S.
Resignation Fallout, Iran War Backlash, and the Collapse of the MAGA Coalition
In Episode 3 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele reacts to breaking political developments, including the resignation of a senior counterterrorism official over disagreement with U.S.
Why Jackson Steele Launched a New Conservative Movement
Why Jackson Steele Launched a New Conservative MovementHost: Jackson SteeleGuest/Co-Host: Neil HaleyIn the debut episode of America First Gen X, host Jackson Steele joins Neil Haley to explain why he believes the conservative movement in America has reached a …
The Iran War, Intelligence Failures, and the Future of the America First Movement
In Episode 2 of America First Gen X, Jackson Steele delivers a wide-ranging monologue examining U.S.