 Hello and welcome to the Ted Riley Show. I'm so glad you're joining us today. Ladies and gentlemen, our nation stands at a crossroads where the call for civility in American politics has never been more urgent. The recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, the gridlock in Congress with a lack of bipartisan bills, and the concerning legislative actions in states like Oklahoma, Texas, and Kansas highlight just how far we've strayed from respectful discourse and cooperation.