01-24-20 Friday Follies

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Part 1:  Ray starts with Andy Grammer’s song “Good to be alive”. He says that today is the Right for Life March in Washington DC. He he reminds us of what happened last year between Covington Catholic High School student Nick Sandmann and Native American Nathan Phillips, who was beating a drum and singing a chant in Sandmann’s face. This brings Ray to Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and Taylor Swift. Taylor decided that she was going to tell people her opinion on who to vote for, the people spoke and Taylor’s candidate lost. Sen. Blackburn is calling out the National Security Council commanding officer, Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman (who has testified as a witness in the House Impeachment Hearing), as saying that Vindman was a “political activist in uniform.”, because of his testimony and leaks to the press.


Part 2:  Really short segment. Ray gives a quick preview of today’s show.

Part 3:  Ray talks about Sen. Lindsay Graham. Graham has questions….”I don’t know how many times it was said by the managers (of the Impeachment Trial) that the Biden conflict of interest allegations has been debunked and there’s no scintilla of evidence in terms of conflicts of interest and potential wrongdoing,” said Graham, who added, “So, when the managers tell me this has been looked at and debunked … by [whom]?”

Part 4:  Ray is joined by Doug Herling, President and CEO, of Central Maine Power (CMP). Ray asks Doug about the discontinue notices that were sent out and he takes them very seriously. There was some confusing language in the letters that were sent out. Ray says that this is just another way for the people that are against the corridor to nit-pick. Ray says that CMP works with everybody and it isn’t reported or stated anywhere. Ray brings up Governor Mills’ comments during her State of the State Address. They talk about the wonderful job Linda Ball has been doing. They chat more about the corridor and its benefits to Maine.

Part 5:  Ray takes a call from Arthur Langley from way up in Northern Maine and he talks about the struggles of some of the rural areas of  Maine that doesn’t have reliable utilities.

Part 6:  Ray welcomes Maine Sen. Bill Diamond to discuss Maine’s Bicentennial. Bill is the Chairperson of the Bicentennial Commission. This will be a year-long celebration. Ray reminds how Maine came to be a state and how much slavery was a part of that decision. Bill talks about the fundraising and some of the companies that have helped out. Ray tells Bill about his Maine History Lessons that he has been doing. Bill talks about the fundraising and some of the companies that have helped out. Ray tells Bill about his Maine History Lessons that he has been doing. They a discuss the fact that there are so many Mainers that made a huge difference in history that nobody knows about. Bill gives us a great event to kick off some of their celebrations. March 15th is Statehood Day, an afternoon of speeches, music, poems, birthday cake and much more.

Part 7:  Ray reminds how Maine came to be a state and how much slavery was a part of that decision. Bill talks about the fundraising and some of the companies that have helped out. Ray tells Bill about his Maine History Lessons that he has been doing. Bill says that there will be 5 Signature Events over the year. March 15th is Statehood Day, an afternoon of speeches, music, poems, birthday cake and much more. On May 16th in Lewiston/Auburn the Bicentennial Parade, a historic parade celebrating Maine. From June 21st – July 20th is the Sailing Ships Festival, (this is actually 2 different events) with the Ports of call to include Bangor, Belfast, Boothbay Harbor, Bucksport, Castine, Portland, Rockland, and Searsport. Ray tells Bill that there will also be a Navy ship in port and we will be having a Lobster Festival. Time Capsule Sealing, A collection of items installed on the State Capitol grounds for future generations to discover sometime in the Fall and the date will be announced.

Part 8:  Ray and Bill welcome Liz Harrington, National Spokesperson for the Republican National Committee. They talk about the opening remarks of Congressman Adam Schiff in the Impeachment Trial. Liz points out a lot of the great things that President Trump has done that the Democrats are afraid that he will get re-elected, so they are telling non-truths and have been out to get him since before he was elected. She tells us the amount of times Schiff mentioned Russia and their involvement in our Presidential Election in 2016. Maine200.org is the website to follow and keep informed of some of the events happening around the state.

Part 9:  Ray and Bill continue to talk about Maine’s History. They give a shout out to Bill’s daughter Karen. They continue to encourage communities to participate in the events.

Part 10:  Ray and Bill continue to talk about Maine’s History. Especially the Missouri Compromise and how Maine would not compromise slavery. Ray brings up Harriet Beecher Stowe and the success of her book Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Bill suggests that everyone visit Maine200.org website and purchase a license plate and support some of the efforts and events.

Part 11:  Ray takes a call from Larry with questions about the Impeachment Trial in Washington. Ray thanks Bill Diamond for coming in and he expresses his longtime friendship with the Senator. Ray takes a call from Gordon Draper and Ray talks about how people yearn to live free and the countries that don’t have that ability because of their governments. Ray ends with the statement that our quarrel isn’t with the people of Iran, but the government of Iran.

01-23-20 Thursday

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Part 1:  Ray talks about the Impeachment trial and Rep. Adam Schiff. He plays some of the case that Schiff was presenting and comments on it. Ray gives his personal thoughts on why Speaker of the House chose Schiff to lead the Democrats side of the case. Ray reminds people about Ukraine’s corrupt reputation until the new Ukrainian President took office. Ray talks about the “Old Potomac Two-Step”.


Part 2:  Ray continues with the circus called the Impeachment Trial.

Part 3:  Ray gives a quick line-up of this morning’s show. He talks about Dave Ciullo and how important his segment is to hear about the choke hold that the Maine State House has been inflicting on the small businesses of Maine. He calls on people to call and give their support to the underdog Republicans that could always use your encouragement in the fight against the radical left.

Part 4:  Ray welcomes Mark Reilly as he calls in from Washington DC to give a first-hand experiences of the trial and other things that have gone on down there. They talk about the Right to Life rally tomorrow and that Pres. Trump will be the first President in history to attend.

Part 5:  Ray talks about how funny it is that all of a sudden the elected people that wanted to take all of the historical statues down and are now quoting and talking about them in a loving manner.

Part 6:  Ray welcomes David Ciullo of Career Management Services he also hosts The H.R. PowerHour heard on WLOB Radio.They talk about some of the regulation changes in the employment area. 1.) Social Security Privacy Act. This leads to a long discussion. 2.) Labeling single user restroom. This is the signage of a one stall bathroom. Ray asks him what is the penalty for not complying. Ray asks what would the purpose of this statute be? David get Ray all riled up as if he wasn’t riled up enough before with all of this “great” news.

Part 7:  Ray plays a clip of President Kennedy and then Ray states that he was from the last time when Democrats were noble”.

Part 8:  Ray welcomes Congressman Jim Jordon (R-OH) to discuss the Washington Circus. The Congressman reminds people about all of the things that President Trump has accomplished during is three years as President and that the Democrats have been trying to get him since before he was elected. They chat about Adam Schiff and how he has been talking out of both sides of his mouth and yet we are suppose to believe what he is saying. Media and the Democrats have such disdain for not just Trump, but anyone that voted for him. Ray asks him about Manafort, Ukrainian and Russia Collusion in the 2016 Election. Ray asks the Congressman about how we take back the US House.

Part 9:  Ray talks about the destruction of the Democratic party. We need to stand up and put some common sense back into government and stop them from their killing culture. They want to kill them before they are born, kill them when they get old, and take everything that they have and control you in between. Mike Timmons calls in to say that 21 Attorney Generals have officially condemned the Impeachment Process.

Part 10:  Ray says that you need to checkout Floyd McLendon. He is running for Congress out of Texas. We need to support him and all that are like him. News Center Maine’s Pat Callaghan calls in for their weekly chat. They talk a little about the beautiful day that we are having today. They talk about Spring and Opening Day…then they get into the State of the State Address. Pat points out some of the highlights including her guests. She talked about the kids that were loss and the DHS system. She talked about CMP and the Public Utilities Commission. Pat gives his thoughts on the subject. Ray says that Seth Berry and Gov. Mills want a state run utility and Pat says that Seth does, but Mills says she doesn’t. Pat and Ray talk about the Governor’s salary and how it needs to be raised. Pat switches gears to Maine’s Bicentennial and points out the story that Don Carrigan did on how Maine became a state.

01-22-20 Wild Wednesday

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Part 1:  Ray chats with Fox News Radio’s Simon Owen right out of the gate. President Trump is in Davos Switzerland and Simon gives us some of the highlights such as Trump’s description of the climate activists as “perennial prophets of doom”. Ray “dramatically” reads a story from the Press Herald about how the media has covered the Impeachment preceding.


Part 2:  Ray continues reading his dramatic story of impeachment as he commentates on the story.

Part 3:  Ray plays a little bit of President Trump’s live press conference and then commentates on it. He also briefly mentions Governor Mills’ State of the State Address from last night. Ray said that it wasn’t remarkable, but he says that she declared, “We are not Washington; we are Maine”.
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Part 4:  Mark Reilly joins Ray to report from Washington DC about the proceedings yesterday. He gives a first hand account of what he saw and heard. He will be down there for a couple more days and will report in tomorrow.

Part 5: Ray explains that he had an open mike and for full dis he tells his audience what he disclosure was saying.

Part 6:  Ray plays a clip where Jay Sekulow’s thoughts on this Impeachment trial and the charges against President Trump. Ray then talks about Schumers’s comments about Adam Dershowitz Ray takes a call from Gordon Draper and questions “What is it that they don’t want us to know?” Ray goes into detail….

Part 7:  Today’s Maine History Lesson: Andrew Jackson Tozier Sr. (February 11, 1838 – March 28, 1910) was a first sergeant in the 2nd Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment and later the color-bearer for the 20th Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his service at the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War. To learn more, click here.

Part 8:  Ray welcomes Jenna Ellis (@JennaEllisEsq). She is a constitutional law attorney and the senior legal advisor for the Trump 2020 campaign. They discuss the Impeachment Trial and the narrative from President Trump’s opponents to get him off of the ballot to remove the people’s choice as she is on the train. Ray asks her what people around her think as she is doing her interviews. She says that people are very supportive all over the country. Ray mentions the article she wrote for Fox News about four legal problems the president’s brief reveals that House Democrats have. Jenna requests prayers for the President and his legal team.

Part 9:  Ray welcomes Fox News Radio’s Jon Decker. They talk about the possibility of Schumer to remove one of Trump’s lawyers.

Part 10:  Ray welcomes Japhet “Jay” Els of the AARP Maine. Ray congratulates Jay on his engagement and he tells the whole story and about his fiancée. Jay and Ray talk about Maine’s LD 594. This bill will focus on how to improve retirement security for Mainers and what that means for small business owners.

Part 11:  Jay reiterates what bill that the AARP is supporting to help with Mainers. Join Lori Parham, State Director of AARP Maine, for this important policy briefing which will include a chance to learn more about LD 594 and opportunities for small business owners to share their perspective. She will be hosting an AARP Policy Briefing Webinar – Ensuring Retirement Security for All Mainers on February 5, 2020 at 12:00 pm EST. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

01-21-20 Trump Tuesday

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Part 1:  Ray talks about the weather and that it was -4 degrees. JJ comes in and tells him that it was -14 in Fryeburg this morning. Ray talks about the Impeachment circus. Mark Reilly will be in the gallery for today’s proceedings and will stay down in Washington for the anniversary events for Roe v Wade, but he will be back in studio on Thursday. Ray switches to Pelosi, Schiff and Nadler and their personalities. Ray talks about how the people in office are not as regarded and respected as they used to be back in history. He names off several that sought to be statesman, not politicians. He takes a call from Larry.


Part 2:  Ray reads a news story and stops and comments while reading it about the 2nd Amendment Rally that was held in Virginia.

Part 3:  Today’s Maine History Lesson: Melville Weston Fuller (February 11, 1833 – July 4, 1910) was a politician, lawyer, and judge from Illinois. He was the eighth Chief Justice of the United States from 1888 to 1910. Born in Augusta, Maine, he established a legal practice in Chicago after graduating from Bowdoin College. To find out more, click here. Joining Ray in studio is Col. Deo Lauria, Maine Rep. Nate Wadsworth and Congressional Candidate Dale Crafts. Col. Lauria describes how the Sabattus Republican Party helped the UMaine College Republican’s event with Michelle Malkin and how Free Speech was upheld.

Part 4:  Short segment as Ray re-introduces the panel. Ray asks Nate why he is all dressed up and he replies that it is the State of the State.

Part 5:  Ray re-introduces the panel in studio this morning. He and Dale talk about how vile politics has become and how many people “hate” the President and even though they didn’t like Pres. Obama, they never hated him. Nate tells us that he has his signatures with him to run for his 4th and final term in the Maine House. They talk about how the media is in collusion with the Democratic Party. We take a call from Former Maine Rep. and WLOB regular, Scott Lansley. Scott talks about Gun rights. Ray tells him that he needs to help Mark Robinson. They discuss the 2nd Amendment rally that was held in Virginia.

Part 6:  The boys talk about gas tax and if Maine’s legislature raises it to $.50 that would almost guarantee that would insure that there would be a nail in the Democrats’ coffin and they would all get the boot. This brings up the Congressman from Georgia Hank Johnson.

Part 7:  Ray plays the clip from Georgia Congressman Hank Johnson’s concern that Guam might tip over if we send in the Marines. He serves on the Intelligence Committee. Ray re-introduces everyone. They talk about some of the crazy contradicting bills that are coming out of Augusta. We are in one of the largest opioid crisis in the country, but we pass a law legalizing marijuana, not to mention the battle against human trafficking, but making prostitution legal. Dale talk about the lack of a moral compass. Ray points to Roe v Wade as the turning point because it means that a human life doesn’t matter anymore. They talk about some of the different “crisis” that the left has perpetrated.

Part 8:  Nate unfortunately had to leave for Augusta. Ray thanks Col. Lauria for his leadership with the UMaine College Republican event to promote our Constitutional Right to Free Speech. Ray asks Dale, who is running for the 1st District Congressional Seat against Rep. Golden. They talk about his support for President Trump and some of the positive things that President Trump has done, especially for the economy. Ray talks about his book, Truth About Trump: a supporters’ perspective. The boys continue to discuss the control that the Democrats have been imposing. Dale says it is time to wake up and take our country back and re-instate our Rights. They talk about Maine’s school system, the Principal’s Association, the Maine Education Association and teachers.

Part 9:  Ray’s announces that Jenna Ellis was suppose to join, but was called to the White House. They talk about Trump’s claim that he has the the highest employment rate of any President. Ray said that someone called him out on that quote, but he went back and looked it up and Ray was correct.