Focus Today with Perry Atkinson

Political commentator Bob Just discusses the election results, what went wrong for Republicans, and the political challenges ahead of 2028. http://BobJust.com

Todd Friel, executive director of Fortis Institute and author of an upcoming book Go Serve Your King, discusses how Christians can find purpose in everyday life, glorify God through ordinary responsibilities, and grow in their love for Christ. http://FortisInstitute.org

 Cynthia Scott, author of “Celebrating God, Our Founder,” discusses the history of Thanksgiving, the role of prayer in America's founding, and the importance of gratitude and faith during times of national division. https://godourfounder.com/

Eric Blehm, author of “Haunted by Heroes,” shares the story of SEAL Team 6 members lost in the Extortion 17 tragedy and reflects on courage, brotherhood, sacrifice, and the true meaning of honoring America's veterans. https://www.ericblehm.com/

Rusty Humphries, Gold Star son and veteran broadcaster, discusses the launch of Coach Jeff, an AI companion designed to help veterans and first responders combat loneliness, find connection, and navigate everyday challenges.    https://coachjeff.ai/

Richard Lyons, world historian and author of “Passage Through the Shadows,” examines what happens when Americans lose trust in their government and institutions, and what history can teach us about overcoming division and rebuilding public confidence. http://RichardCLyons.com

Drew Allen, CEO of Bando PR and author of “For Christ And Country,” discusses the latest headlines.    https://www.bandopr.com/

Political commentator Bob Just discusses the growing challenges facing young men in modern society, the causes behind their decline, and what families, communities, and the Church can do to help them thrive.    http://BobJust.com

Stephen Broden, Senior Pastor of Fair Park Bible Fellowship in Dallas, discusses the importance of voting, Christian civic responsibility, and the issues at stake in today's midterm elections. http://brodensebooksandarticles.com

Eric Eggers, Vice President of Research at the Government Accountability Institute, discusses election integrity, voter confidence, and the importance of every American making their voice heard at the ballot box.  http://thedrilldown.com

Kim Miller, founder of America’s Women, joins us on the eve of Election Day to discuss the role of faith leaders, the influence of women in elections, and the importance of informed civic participation.  https://www.americaswomen.org/

Christine Drazan, Oregon State Senator, reflects on her campaign, discusses her priorities for Oregon, and shares her final message to voters.  https://www.christinefororegon.com/

Chris Walker, Jackson County Clerk, discusses the November 3 election, voting procedures, election security, and what local voters need to know before Election Day.

Perry Atkinson gives an update on what is happening at theDove.

Chris Walker, Jackson County Clerk, discusses the November 3 election, voting procedures, election security, and what local voters need to know before Election Day.

Zach Mettler, issues analyst and writer for The Daily Citizen at Focus on the Family, discusses why voting matters for Christians, how elections affect our families and communities, and the relationship between faith, civic responsibility, and the decisions shaping America's future. http://FOTF.org

Brian Gaffney, vice president of documentary programming at Fox News Media and author of School of Hard Knucks, shares how a ten-year adventure with his sons became a powerful lesson in parenting, perseverance, overcoming failure, and knowing when to let go.

Father Peter Runyon, Rector of Archangel Gabriel Orthodox Church, talks about trusting God in the suffering, and his parish’s ongoing effort to build a permanent home for their congregation. https://www.gabriel.church/

Dr. George Barna, Director of Research of the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University and author of “How to Think Like Jesus,” examines how culture influences the beliefs of American Christians and how believers can develop a worldview that shapes their decisions and everyday lives.

 Pastor Marc Little, host of the Marc Little Show, discusses the devil’s oldest deception and how it connects to socialism, the church, economic priorities, and political influence in America today.  http://marclittleshow.com

Dennis Kneale, media strategist and author of the new book “The Oregoners,” discusses Oregon's potential for economic and political renewal, the changes needed to turn the state around, and why the 2026 governor's election is so important.  https://oregonersbook.com/

Colleen Roberts, Jackson County commissioner, discusses her reelection campaign, the challenges facing Southern Oregon, and her priorities for the county, including wildfire prevention, fiscal responsibility, local control, and the future of Oregon.    https://reelectcolleenroberts.com/

Ron Susek, founder of the Susek Evangelistic Association, discusses the recent Assyrian Parliament Conference in Sweden, the future of Assyrian Christians, and his belief that biblical prophecy points to a significant role for Assyria in the Middle East.      http://FaithWalk.org

Dr. Andrew Fox, organizational culture expert and author of a new book “Truth in the Age of Applause,” examines the protests in France and across Europe, exploring the deeper cultural and social tensions fueling public frustration and declining trust in government.  https://drandrewfox.com/

Researcher John Mittendorf discusses the biblical perspective on ancient technology, the remarkable achievements of ancient Egypt, and the mysteries of lost knowledge.    http://CreationTruth.info