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Podcast: Issues & Ideas: News & Political Commentary
Episode: Issues And Ideas With Chris DeBello January 4 2026
Description: Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight.(00:00) The new minimum wage and who benefits, gas tax and toll cost increases in NJ are explained.(03:56) Dr. Willie Jolley, discusses the ideas and truths as featured in his new book which need to be understood in order to achieve lasting wealth versus being rich and shares stories about those who attained wealth.(15:17) Debra Wentz, CEO of the NJ Association Of Mental Health & Addiction Agencies, tells how targeted cuts to the 988 suicide lifeline will prevent LGBTQ+...