Podcast:Making the Argument with Nick Freitas Published On: Tue Feb 17 2026 Description: Too many Republicans in Deep Red states just want to go along to get along. They talk a good game, but they are NOT WILLING to do what is necessary to actually REPEL the LEFT...well, today we are discussing 8 ways you can save your Red State by making it a hostile environment for woke progressives.SPONSOR: Good Ranchers As America turns 250 this year, let’s remember the people who helped build it. American ranchers. Support a company that’s committed to honoring America’s past, present, and future with Good Ranchers' 100% American-raised meat. We eat Good Ranchers every single day and we know you'll love it.Use PROMO CODE NICK for FREE MEAT & $25 OFF: https://go.goodranchers.com/mta-----GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://NickJFreitas.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/nickjfreitas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NickFreitasVATwitter: https://twitter.com/NickJFreitasYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NickjfreitasTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickfreitas3.000:00:00 How to Save Your Conservative State00:01:22 Refugees vs. Locusts: Protecting Red States00:01:59 The Florida Model: Governing on Social Issues00:02:49 Removing Squish Republicans from the Party00:03:56 Implementing Pro-Life Policies and Education00:07:32 Promoting Constitutional Carry and Gun Safety00:09:52 Cutting Taxes on Productivity and Investment00:11:43 Enforcing Immigration Laws and Penalizing Sanctuary Cities00:13:38 Energy Independence: Coal, Nuclear, and Climate Education00:15:32 LGBTQ Policy: Restrictions on Parades and Access to Schools00:17:50 Banning Transgender Medical Procedures for Minors00:18:42 Reforming Welfare and Social Safety Nets00:23:16 Tough on Crime: Policing and Prison Reform00:28:19 The Case for the Death Penalty00:29:38 Education Reform: Why It Is Most Important00:31:30 School Choice and Funding the University System00:35:24 Relocation Incentives for Career Criminals