Lest WE Forget Historical

The housing market repeats is decades long history when our current Prez refuses to sign a housing bill. It's not a disagreement. IT's part of a century-long pattern of stalled progress, delayed action, and communities left waiting for relief.

A recent poll named Prez the worst president in US history. In sharp contrast, the Republicans refute that claim. The poll, BODY listed the Prez below Buchanan, Harding and even Nixon at the bottom of the list They cited democratic backsliding, political instability, and the events surrounding January 6th as key factors.

America's Prez obsession with crowd size. The Prez views crowd size as something more than people. It's a recurring flashpoint, a political narrative, and a national argument. It began on January 20, 2017, Inauguration Day. ures shows from the National Mail a smaller crowd than when Prez Obama's 2009 inauguration. But the Prez insisted it was larger.

America's Prez claims he's the most powerful ruler in the world! No one comes close. He can do anything he wants because he's the Prez. In support of those statements, Prez claimed he alone ended the War with Iran. And if their leader is smart, they will sign on the dotted line. Or will they?

Medicare's hospital insurance fund is running out sooner than expected. The Hospital Fund is the part that pays for inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing, home health, and hospices, and is now projected to run out even sooner than previously expected. According to the latest 2026 Medicare Trustees Report, the fund will be unable to pay full benefits starting in the second quarter of 2033, which...

Presidents and Popes: A History of Sharp Disagreements Disagreements between Presidents and Popes are nothing new—but today’s tone feels different. In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell examines past conflicts between political and religious leaders and compares them to today’s sharper, more public exchanges. From immigration and border policy to global tensions and war, the...

Who decides who belongs—and what happens when that decision turns against the people? What begins as protection can quietly become control. In this episode of Lest We Forget Historical, the discussion explores how leaders—past and present—have introduced ideas meant to inform and protect citizens, only for those ideas to evolve into something far more concerning.  Looking back to the 1930s and com...

What if a 19th-century court decision still determines who is considered a citizen today? A landmark 19th-century trial still shapes how citizenship is defined in America today. But what did the courts actually decide—and why does it still matter? This episode of Lest We Forget Historical walks through the legal arguments, the meaning behind “subject to the jurisdiction thereof,” and how this ruli...

What happened when a president ignored the Supreme Court  In this episode of Lest We Forget Historical, Lillian Cauldwell examines a pivotal moment in American history when Andrew Jackson defied the Supreme Court during the case of Worcester v. Georgia. This decision led to devastating consequences for the Cherokee Nation and ultimately contributed to what became known as the Trail of Tears. This...

When Did Presidential Power Start Expanding Presidential power didn’t grow overnight—it evolved through decisions, crises, and precedent. In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell examines how presidential authority expanded from George Washington’s restraint to Thomas Jefferson’s bold Louisiana Purchase, shaping the powerful executive role we see today. Podcast: Lest We Forget...

Has a rare economic signal quietly returned? A labor market warning signal is raising concern as job growth slows, pointing to possible changes in economic conditions. In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell explores what this rare pattern has meant in the past—and why it is getting attention again today. Podcast: Lest We Forget History | Passionate World Talk Radio Network Be...

How a President’s Policies Could Shape the Next Presidency In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell examines a growing discussion about how a president’s policies and governing style may influence the next administration long after leaving office. A recent political analysis suggests that even if a different party wins the next election, the incoming president could still be op...

Can a President Start a War Without Congress? In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell examines the long-standing constitutional debate over who has the authority to take the United States to war. The Constitution grants Congress the power to declare war while the president serves as commander in chief of the military. Over time, presidents have increasingly used military force...

America’s First Slavery Wasn’t What You Think In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell examines Indigenous enslavement in America — a chapter often minimized in traditional historical narratives. Beginning in 1492 with Christopher Columbus, Native peoples were captured and forced into labor as European colonization expanded. Alongside devastating disease, these systems of force...

Will the SAVE Act Voter ID Bill Change Who Can Vote? Lillian Cauldwell on Lest We Forget History examines the SAVE Act Voter ID Bill and what its passage in the House could mean for federal elections and voter eligibility. The GOP-led House approved the measure on February 11, requiring proof of citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and approved photo identification before cast...

Second Amendment Mixed Messaging: What Is Really Being Said? In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell explores Second Amendment Mixed Messaging and the growing tension between individual rights and government authority. The discussion examines how political language, legal action, and public perception can create confusion when the right to keep and bear arms becomes part of a...

What Happened to Chinese Immigrant Laborers in 19th-Century America? In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell explores Chinese immigrant labor in 19th-century America and the complex systems that shaped the experiences of Chinese migrants during a pivotal period in U.S. history. Through historical context and thoughtful discussion, this episode examines coercive labor practices...

What’s Really New About the Greenland Security Framework? In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell examines claims about a “new” Greenland security framework and revisits the long-standing 1951 U.S.–Denmark agreement that already governs U.S. military presence on the island. History matters. When details are left unexplained, understanding the past helps clarify the present. Be...

Why Financial Warnings Still Matter for Baby Boomer In this episode of Lest We Forget History, financial warnings for Baby Boomers are explored through recent economic history and past market signals, offering context on how inflation, interest rates, and global uncertainty continue to shape financial decision-making today. Explore more episodes and resources at Passionate World Talk Radio Network...

What History Reveals About U.S. Intervention in Latin America In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell revisits a moment many Americans have forgotten — the last time the United States carried out a direct military intervention in Latin America. Drawing from reporting by Chris Kenning of USA Today, Lillian examines the 1989 U.S. invasion of Panama and the removal of military le...

 Think gerrymandering is old news? Listen as Lillian Cauldwell uncovers the history of gerrymandering—and why it still decides who gets your vote. In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell examines the long and complicated history of gerrymandering—the process of redrawing voting districts to give one political party an advantage. This strategy has shaped elections in America fo...

What happens when a president pushes their power too far? Lillian Cauldwell uncovers the presidents who exceeded authority—and the warning signs we can’t ignore today. In this episode of Lest We Forget Historical, Lillian Cauldwell explores how presidents exceeding power have shaped American history. She explains how leaders across different eras pushed the limits of executive authority, often str...

In this episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell highlights journalist Adam Lynch’s report on Project 2025—a bold plan that challenged the limits of democracy itself. Lynch describes how its chief architect, Russell Vought, envisioned reshaping government into a hierarchy reminiscent of a monarchy—an echo of Mad King George III that the Founding Fathers once rose against. Even some of...

Few realize how much power the Insurrection Act gives a president. In today’s episode of Lest We Forget History, Lillian Cauldwell discusses an article by journalist Adam Lynch that highlights expert concerns over the dangerous loopholes in the Insurrection Act and former President Trump’s renewed threat to invoke it. Former senior government lawyers Bob Bauer and Jack Goldsmith warn that the Act...

Lillian Cauldwell examines McCarthyism Revisited, drawing sharp parallels In today’s episode of Lest We Forget History, host Lillian Cauldwell examines McCarthyism Revisited, drawing sharp parallels between the 1950s witch hunts and the current president’s assault on democratic institutions. While Senator McCarthy targeted individuals suspected of Communist ties, today’s attacks reach far deeper —...