Straight Talk with Melissa Hopkins news, politics, life

Every Tuesday, tune into Straight Talk with Melissa Hopkins for the latest in national, political and world news. We also talk about music, life and culture. Based in Washington DC and Oregon, we often have special guests from the right and the left to discuss the issues and provide insider analysis. You may listen to the show through this Web link or by calling, 347-637-1674. Join the discussion. Will we make a budget deal by the August 2nd deadline? The speeches from President Obama and Speaker Boehner. The LULSEC hacking scandal, it is just the beginning even after 15 arrests. Are we headed for an even worse recession? When will the Democrats introduce their own budget to Congress and not just keep doing continuing resolutions? The Republican budget is out there.  Let us know what you think.