Episode 193
State of the Union 2026: Live Reactions — The Highs, The Lows, and The Epstein Silence (Part 2)
Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson
March 4, 202655m 0s
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Show Notes
In this special two-part series of Uncommon Sense, it’s just me watching and reacting live to President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union Address.
I break down the strong moments, the rhetoric, the crowd reactions, and the policy highlights in real time. But I also say what needs to be said.
While there were moments of confidence and command, I was disappointed that President Trump allowed his pride to get in the way of being honest with the American people and addressing the recently released Epstein files, something the we all deserve clarity on. Leadership requires courage, especially when the topic is uncomfortable.
This is Part 2 of a two-part series where I give you my honest, moment-by-moment reaction to the State of the Union: the good, the frustrating, and everything in between.
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