2.13.25 - The Joe Mangiacotti Show - Thursday

Opening Monologue – The Joe Mangiacotti Show – February 13, 2025 – WCRN 830 AM
Good afternoon, New England! You’re tuned in to The Joe Mangiacotti Show—Common Sense Conversation for the Common Sense Citizen. Coming to you live on WCRN 830 AM, Radio Central, reaching across the heart of New England and right into the center of today’s issues.
I’m Joe Mangiacotti, and as always, I’m here to cut through the noise, break down the spin, and bring you the truth—straight, unfiltered, and with a healthy dose of common sense. Because let’s face it, folks, in a world where the media and the political elite are more interested in controlling the narrative than actually solving real problems, somebody’s got to talk straight.
So, let’s get into it.
The Fear-Driven Politics of the Left – Worcester’s "Sanctuary City" Charade
I want to start today right here at home in Massachusetts, in Worcester, where the city council just voted to make it a so-called “sanctuary city” for transgender individuals. Now, what does that mean? Well, it’s mostly symbolic—doesn’t actually change anything in the law—but it’s another classic example of performative politics meant to stir up fear where there is none.
Let’s be real: no one is coming after trans people. No one is being rounded up. No one is being denied their basic human rights. But if you listen to the activists and the progressive politicians, you’d think we were living in some dystopian nightmare where jackbooted federal agents are storming into Worcester to arrest people for seeking “gender-affirming care.”
It’s nonsense. It’s fear-mongering. It’s designed to divide us and distract from the actual issues affecting everyday citizens—like crime, the economy, and government overreach.
And here’s the kicker: This city council vote could actually cost Worcester federal funding for education, housing, and social services. That’s money that helps real working-class families. But nope—city leaders decided that virtue-signaling was more important than making sure the city keeps the resources it needs. Because feelings trump facts in 2025, apparently.
I say it all the time: When the Left doesn’t have a real crisis, they manufacture one. And this is just the latest example.
Tulsi Gabbard Confirmed as DNI – The Left Loses Its Mind
Now, let’s shift gears to some actual news—Tulsi Gabbard has been confirmed as Trump’s new Director of National Intelligence. And let me tell you, the reaction from the usual suspects has been priceless.
The establishment politicians and their media allies are absolutely melting down because Tulsi Gabbard—a former Democrat, turned independent, now Republican—just stepped into one of the most powerful positions in national security.
Why? Because she actually believes in civil liberties and holding the intelligence agencies accountable. Imagine that! A Director of National Intelligence who doesn’t think it’s okay for the government to spy on its own citizens without a warrant. What a radical concept, right?
The deep state is shaking right now because they know Tulsi isn’t one of them. She’s not a career bureaucrat who’s going to rubber-stamp illegal surveillance or protect intelligence agencies that think they’re above the law. She’s a veteran, a patriot, and someone who’s been calling out government overreach for years. And now, she’s in a position to actually do something about it.
And let’s not forget—the only Republican senator who voted against her? Mitch McConnell. The guy who has spent decades making sure Washington stays exactly the way it is—corrupt, unaccountable, and serving only the elite.
So this is a huge win for those of us who actually care about restoring constitutional government and ending the surveillance state. And you can bet that this is just the beginning of Trump’s second-term shake-up.
The Media Freakout Over RFK Jr.
Speaking of shake-ups, let’s talk about RFK Jr., because the media still hasn’t figured out what to do with him. He’s a Kennedy—so the Left should love him, right? But he’s also a truth-teller who isn’t afraid to call out government corruption and Big Pharma—so they absolutely hate him.
And now, he’s in Trump’s administration. That’s right—the son of Robert F. Kennedy, a lifelong Democrat, is working with Donald Trump. If that doesn’t tell you how broken and out-of-touch today’s Democratic Party is, I don’t know what will.
RFK Jr. has been one of the strongest voices against government and corporate collusion—whether it’s Big Tech censorship, pharmaceutical corruption, or the overreach of federal agencies. And let’s be clear: He’s not some right-wing operative. He’s just a guy who actually believes in freedom and accountability.
But for the Left, that’s the ultimate sin. They’d rather destroy him than listen to him. And now that he’s aligned with Trump? Oh boy, the media is about to go into full-blown meltdown mode.
Trump’s Second Term – The Great Reckoning Begins
And that brings us to the big picture—Trump’s second term is underway, and we are already seeing the deep state, the media, and the establishment politicians panic.
• Tulsi Gabbard is heading up the intelligence community.
• RFK Jr. is playing a key role in reforming government.
• The usual suspects—Democrats, RINOs, and their media allies—are in full panic mode because they see what’s coming: real accountability, real reform, and a government that actually works for the people, not the elites.
And let’s not forget—the Trump agenda is just getting started.
Final Thoughts Before We Open the Phones
So that’s where we are today, folks. The Left is fear-mongering, the deep state is panicking, and the Trump administration is actually doing what it promised—shaking up the system and holding people accountable.
And we’re just six weeks into the second term.
Now, I want to hear from you. What do you think about Worcester declaring itself a “sanctuary city” for trans people? Do you agree with Tulsi Gabbard’s confirmation? What do you make of RFK Jr.’s role in Trump’s administration?
The number to call is 508-871-7000. Let’s have some Common Sense Conversation for the Common Sense Citizen.
You’re listening to The Joe Mangiacotti Show on WCRN 830 AM—we’ll be right back after this.