The Glenn Beck Program Best of the Program | Guests: Winston Marshall & Amb. Sam Brownback | 5/13/26
May 13, 2026
Winston Marshall, British musician and commentator who weighs in on the monarchy, Keir Starmer, and elite-populist clashes. Sam Brownback, former U.S. ambassador and expert on religious persecution, on China’s campaign against faith worldwide. Stu Burguiere, longtime collaborator and analyst of political markets, on redistricting, Virginia setbacks, and surprising GOP openings in California.
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Elite Consensus Undermines Democratic Legitimacy
- Winston Marshall argues Western elites protect liberty less than monarchic balance, blaming Starmer and the BBC for elite consensus.
- He highlights Starmer's low mandate: 35% vote share equating to roughly 20% of electorate two years ago, undermining legitimacy.
Pivoting To Bogeymen Masks Islamist Antisemitism
- Marshall says Starmer is manufacturing bogeymen (far-right figures) to deflect from Islamist-driven antisemitism and secure Muslim votes.
- He links recent synagogue attacks and assaults to Islamist perpetrators while alleging Starmer avoids naming that source.
Court Limits On Racial Gerrymandering Shift Maps
- Stu explains recent Supreme Court rulings curtail racial gerrymandering, forcing redistricting that may backfire on Democrats.
- He notes courts forbid drawing districts primarily by race, undoing long-standing majority-minority strategies.
