The segment features a preview and commentary on veteran advocacy organization The Freedom 13, founded by Gold Star father Mark Schmitz in honor of his son, Marine LCpl Jared Schmitz. Schmitz details the organization's mission to construct recreational healing camps across 50 states—including its inaugural 171-acre facility in Bourbon, Missouri—providing housing and peer support for military veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families. Additionally, the broadcast includes commentary from former Missouri State Senator John Lamping evaluating political strategy following the defeat of Amendments 4 and 5. Lamping reviews legislative approaches to state income tax reduction, local tax policy, and grassroots mobilization efforts for Amendment 3 on the November 2026 general election ballot.
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