The Bulletin Classroom Tech, Anti-Trump Protests, Troops in Iran, and Crisis in Cuba
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Mar 31, 2026 
Annalise Stengel, a human rights advocate focused on Cuba and Latin America, and Adam Kinzinger, former U.S. representative and Air National Guard officer, join the conversation. They tackle tech and kids in classrooms and legal fights over social media. They dissect nationwide No Kings protests and U.S. troop posture near Iran. They explore Cuba’s political shifts, religious freedom, and the role of churches in transition.
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Keep Christian Faith Distinct From Political Power
- Mixing Christian identity with political power risks Christian nationalism and muddles faith's distinct role.
- Kinzinger urged Christians to reclaim 'Christ is king' as a faith statement, not a political manifesto tied to ethnicity or Western ideology.
Deployments Need Clear Goals And Congressional Input
- Rapid troop deployments to the Middle East lacked clear public objectives and congressional involvement, risking mission clarity.
- Kinzinger criticized inconsistent presidential messaging and emphasized the American people's right to know the end state for military engagements.
Negotiation Likely Necessary To Stabilize Iran Conflict
- Ending hostilities with Iran likely requires negotiation; abrupt withdrawal risks higher oil prices and worse outcomes.
- Kinzinger warned that leaving without reopening the Strait of Hormuz could spike oil toward $250–$300 per barrel.