Guest: Charles Krauthammer
"We live in a dangerous world, and under President Obama it is becoming even more dangerous. Reports say that Russian tanks have now moved into southeastern Ukraine, a Chinese war plane apparently buzzed a U.S. Navy surveillance jet, and the ISIS army continues its carnage in the Middle East. It's hard to believe the ISIS situation is so out of control when the president knew about the threat for nearly a year. The USA should be doing everything in its power to crush those savages. If we have to bomb them in Syria, we bomb them. If we have to send in drones to kill their leadership, do it. America has been equivocating about this threat for far too long. One of the reasons is that many Americans are fed up with fighting wars abroad. On the Republican side, Senator Rand Paul is leading that movement, and on the left there is also opposition to using military power. President Obama is correct in being hesitant to put military forces on the ground, but there are other ways to confront villains and threats, and here is where President Obama falls down. He does not anticipate dangerous situations, he does not have strategies ready to implement. Therefore the terror threat is rising, and it is just a matter of time before America is harmed by bad people. The murder of journalist James Foley was a preview of what is likely to continue to happen on a greater scale. President Obama must become far more aggressive in blunting threats to this country. And we the people need to start paying attention because it is we who hold the real power in this country. And we are not using it."

The Factor surveyed the world situation, particularly China's recent aggression, with Charles Krauthammer. "The Chinese are always very careful," Dr. K observed, "but they know a paper tiger when they see one. And they have never seen one more thin and less reliable than Barack Obama. China wants to dominate the region, all of whom are allies with us. The one power that would deter them is the United States, but not with this president. He defines himself as the 'anti-Bush,' he sees his mission in life as taking us out of wars." The Factor blamed not only President Obama, but also the insouciance of the American people: "Most Americans know nothing about this, the media hasn't said anything about it. I don't even think most people know about ISIS, and if we continue down this road it's going to be disastrous."

Guests:Juan Williams & Mary Katharine Ham
Michael Brown, who was shot dead by Officer Darren Wilson two weeks ago, was eulogized in St. Louis Monday. Mary Katharine Ham and Juan Williams entered the No Spin Zone with their observations. "There was fear that this would become a platform for racial rhetoric," Williams said, "but instead I saw a deep show of faith. This was in the black religious tradition of moving on, even in the face of grief and loss. It was a religious service and I'm grateful for that." Ham agreed that the funeral may serve a higher purpose. "It was a peaceful coda to the story and I hope it gives some closure. Whenever an incident becomes a 'national conversation' you'll have some political opportunists and even criminal opportunists, but in this new phase it will be easier to get the facts about this incident and not jump to conclusions."

Guests:Howard Kurtz & Lauren Ashburn
Al Sharpton has reportedly become the "go-to guy" on racial matters for President Obama, even as he hosts a little-watched show on MSNBC. The Factor asked FNC media analysts Howard Kurtz and Lauren Ashburn to evaluate the propriety of giving Sharpton a media platform. "This is a travesty," Kurtz declared. "You have Sharpton delivering a political speech at the funeral and interviewing Michael Brown's family on MSNBC. And now you have the acknowledgement by Sharpton that he is the conduit for the Obama White House on Ferguson. It just reeks that MSNBC thinks this is acceptable. You can't be a player and cover the game!" Ashburn concurred that MSNBC is way out of bounds. "He should not be colluding with the White House and President Obama. However, the president of MSNBC claims they have been transparent with the audience about Al Sharpton's dual role." The Factor concluded, "I believe that Sharpton has almost single-handedly corrupted NBC News."How is it possible that Al Sharpton, the nation's leading racial provocateur, can be paid by NBC News? Isn't it a conflict of interest - especially when it comes to Michael Brown coverage? We'll discuss it tonight.

The aforementioned Al Sharpton led a rally in New York City this weekend to protest the death of Eric Garner, a black man who was killed during a confrontation with police. The Factor expounded on the incidents in New York and Missouri: "The New York City medical examiner has ruled Garner's death a homicide, saying police strangled the man while trying to subdue him. That case, along with Michael Brown, has ignited anger in many African American precincts. Many black Americans feel they are being unfairly treated. Some white Americans don't understand that, but based upon history and personal interactions with the police, African Americans can make a case that they do not get the same kind of justice as white Americans. That perception causes some black Americans to reject our criminal justice system entirely. What many Americans, not all of them black, are missing is that no one at this point knows all the facts in both cases. Justice should not be emotional, it should be factual."

Guest: Megyn Kelly
The Factor invited anchor and attorney Megyn Kelly to evaluate the theory that America is infused with "white privilege." "If you look at the statistics," she said, "they are alarming. A black child is almost four times as likely to live in a poor neighborhood and the incarceration rate is six times higher for blacks than for whites. The black population feels forgotten, which is why they feel resentful. They don't feel they'll get a fair shake." The Factor reminded Kelly that other minorities are thriving in America: "The Asian American community is not troubled. As everyone knows, their academic situation is better than whites even though they have language to overcome. It all comes down to families, culture, and personal responsibility, which we don't hear much about. That's what drives the poverty."

Guest:Jesse Watters
Every year in South Dakota, up to a half million American bikers get together. This year we sent Watters there to greet. Don't miss Watters' World tonight.

David Lowsy, Salem, OR: "O'Reilly, I am angry, too. Your Talking Points commentary on Ferguson was vigorous and riveting. It is inexplicable that so many people are irrational and unable to distinguish between fact and emotion."

Chris Brede, Edmonds, WA: "Bill, so you cut your vacation short to bash Al Sharpton? Go back on vacation. Your performance was shameful."

Daniel Vaughn, Brockton, MA: "Bill, as a police officer, I sincerely want to thank you for exposing what Sharpton has been saying. If the black community wants real peace, getting rid of Sharpton should be their first move."

Think about how to act when you are brought out of your comfort zone!