Podcasts about elected officials

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If you're a local elected official, it's important to understand the legal framework of the role and that of the governing board — what you can do, and what you can't, by law -- and it's not always handy, common knowledge. Attorneys at NCLM and in-house with cities and towns across the state specialize in these points, though, and so we've brought NCLM Senior Assistant General Counsel Ben Mount to the podcast to go over the basics and lesser-knowns. Here, we discuss five legal topics we think every elected local official should know in their service. This is a great episode for municipal leaders of all kinds — newly elected and experienced alike. (Mount recently wrote about these five topics in Southern City magazine, which inspired this deeper-look episode.)

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Joyce talks about: The oddness of our Elected officials / Texas democrat treasure for Harris county caught drunk driving after parking her car on the highway. Republican rep. Virginia Fox writes nasty letter back to a child in response to their school project essay.President Trump's visit to China and negation talks. Kevin Walsh confirmed as Fed Chair with less fuss than expected. Jerome Powell will reportedly stay on the board.ICE officials still being confronted by mobs while making arrest. Government Lawfare. China and Iran's alleged backdoor arms sales and different avenues to make the sale happen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SENATOR LISA FRIZELL IS ON TO TALK ABOUT ELECTED OFFICIALS AND SECURITY And I'm not going to lie, I was SUPER salty last week when I heard about HB26-1422, which to me seems to provide (and I say seems to provide because I'm genuinely not sure) taxpayer funded protection to the same bunch who keeps making it harder and harder for NORMAL Coloradans to protect themselves. I'll find out why Senator Frizell is one of the sponsors of this bill at 12:30. I normally think she does great work, but this bill is not one of them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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District 20 State Senator, Steve Drazkowski, on:- The decision to retire- Legislation cracking down on fraud in MN- His hopes for the people of MN beyond his time in the legislature

Closing The Gap Between Elected Officials & The Citizenry:• Senators & Reps Who Actually Listen To Constituents• Important Legislation For Conservatives To Support• Updated Tennessee Legislative Report Card & More!The Tennessee Conservative's Brandon Lewis interviews Tennessee Stands Executive Director Anne Lowery while guest hosting on Yaffee LIVE!

04/08/26: Gary Wertish was elected Minnesota Farmers Union President in January 2017. He joins Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views" to talk about an upcoming "people's town hall" and the current issues facing the ag industry. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rod Lockwood on the renewed effort to make Belle Isle Detroit's game changer

04/02/26: Matthew Simon is the Chairman of the North Dakota GOP and joins Joel Heitkamp to discuss their state convention this last weekend. He addresses concerns around elected officials not attending the convention, membership costs, the views of the GOP, and more. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joyce talks about the Save America Act which would require the use of photo ID's to vote and why elected democratic officials are fearful of that requirement. She also talks about Federal Judge Brian Murphy blocking RFK Jr. changes to vaccination policies and how the judicial branch of government continues to interfere with the executive branch. Joyce also talks about the invention of the at home pregnancy test. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From radio days as an Actress, to the political halls of California State and County governments, Sheila Kuehl has always excelled. In her youth and young adulthood she was in key roles on very popular T. V. programs for years. At Harvard Law School she was a leader in various campus organizations, and once a Lawyer, began to use her power and influence to make a difference for good. Los Angeles became the center of her activism and the issue that propelled her into public life was the way battered women had no protection, no laws that supported their needs. Listen to Sheila Kuehl and hear why she is a celebrity - from her acting days and in the world of public service. She has made a path in her long life on the forefront of creating pioneering legislation when at the California Assembly and the Senate. At the time she was the first openly Lesbian to be elected to both politics institutions and served their for 14 years. Her stand out legislative accomplishments to name a few were in family law for parental leave, establishing training for Judges to understand their personal bias, and water use in the State essential for its huge population and agricultural needs, and for gender and LGQBT in the work place. We are fortunate to have Sheila Kuehl among us who is a leader who leads with character and values and has always made peoples' lives better in her distinguished and inspiring career as a public servant.

Last month, former San Leandro Councilman Bryan Azevedo pleaded guilty in a federal court to two counts of corruption in connection with accepting a bribe from local businessmen.Azevedo has agreed to cooperate with prosecutors in an ongoing federal corruption probe that has already led to indictments against former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, her partner, Andre Jones, and Andy and David Duong, the owners of California Waste Solutions -- Oakland's largest recycling contractor. Their trials are scheduled for the fall.But Azevedo's plea has raised speculation about the nature of the ongoing probe and also raised the possibility that other current or former local elected officials are being investigated for possible wrongdoing.Nathan Gartrell is an award-winning reporter for the East Bay Times, who covers state and federal courts in Northern California. He spoke with KALW news editor Sunni Khalid. 

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul hosts a roundtable discussion with local businesses and elected officials regarding the impacts of global tariffs on business full 1663 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:45:00 +0000 lrSdDsabKRG5pHWOiF08kWRM3dExybDP news,kathy hochul,wben,williamsville,tariffs,a.j. baynes WBEN Extras news,kathy hochul,wben,williamsville,tariffs,a.j. baynes New York Gov. Kathy Hochul hosts a roundtable discussion with local businesses and elected officials regarding the impacts of global tariffs on business Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News

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**Apologies for the echo at the beginning of the recording** On this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss the recent announcement from Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department (PRCS) regarding cuts being made to city parks amenities, services and maintenance due to a lack of funding. They lament how elected officials, and not the PRCS staff, are to blame for the cuts and how elected officials talk a lot about how important parks are, until tough decisions have to be made and then the parks department gets hit hard. They talk about the history of the parks department being the victim of unreasonable cuts and how funding never seems to get back to where it was prior to the cuts. Bob calls out the Colorado Springs mayor for not even mentioning anything the parks department did in his 2025 list of city accomplishments and he lauds the PRCS staff for continuing to do their jobs for a seemingly unappreciative city government. Bob challenges any elected official who wants to discuss the cuts to come on the show and set the record straight. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob website: https://www.HikingBob.com Wild Westendorf website: https://wildwestendorf.com/ Where to listen, download and subscribe to this podcast: https://pod.link/outdoorswithhikingbob

First, elected officials were denied entry into the Otay Mesa Detention Center on Friday. Next, a former nonprofit executive is facing charges of embezzlement, again. And, the iconic Las Cuatro Milpas Mexican Restaurant is getting ready to open in a new location. Then, a new film just wrapped shooting at a Kearny Mesa studio space. Plus, how a volunteer captures the essence of shelter dogs to help them get adopted.

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Promises, Promises: Nigeria's election cycle is in full swing, and politicians are dusting off their playbooks, making grand promises to woo voters. But as the campaign rhetoric fades and the votes are cast, one question lingers: when is enough, enough? How long should Nigerians wait for leaders to deliver on their promises? Is four years too long for roads to be fixed, hospitals to be built, and jobs to be created? In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we take a hard look at the perennial gap between promise and delivery. We'll explore the reasons behind the disconnect and ask the tough questions: what's holding our leaders back? And what will it take for Nigerians to see real change on the ground?"

The Trump administration is vowing to continue with what it's calling a major immigration enforcement effort in Minnesota. The Department of Homeland Security said agents have arrested 3,000 people since last month — a claim that MPR News has not been able to verify. Now, the Trump administration is asking state and local governments to hand over records that relate to federal immigration activity in Minnesota. That includes the offices of Governor Tim Walz, Attorney General Keith Ellison, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her, Hennepin County and Ramsey County. Frey will appear before a U.S. District Court in a hearing on Feb. 3. MPR News host Nina Moini also spoke with Mark Osler, a law professor at the University of St. Thomas, to make sense of it all.

Elected Officials Navigate Budget, Data Center, and More full 481 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:10:17 +0000 r3oQ1aO3PswBZHPOpJwnCOGQNPS7S0Eu emailnewsletter,news The Big K Morning Show emailnewsletter,news Elected Officials Navigate Budget, Data Center, and More The Big K Morning Show 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.c

Big K Hour 3: Elected Officials Push Ahead, plus The Dr. Pepper song! full 1228 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:16:04 +0000 zEXIe93nqrW3iPAOmzZ85bNwZrdljgK0 news The Big K Morning Show news Big K Hour 3: Elected Officials Push Ahead, plus The Dr. Pepper song! The Big K Morning Show 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwav

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's office confirmed to MPR News that the mayor's office received a subpoena from the Department of Justice today. Attorney General Keith Ellison told MPR News that he remains critical of the ICE operation.Ellison has sued the Trump administration for many actions over the past year, including the current ICE operation. Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

CTL Script/ Top Stories of January 16th Publish Date: January 16th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, January 16th and Happy Birthday to Albert Pujols I’m Chris Culwell and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Woodstock elected officials sworn in to serve new terms Kemp to build roads, bridges during final year as Georgia governor Canton man charged in Christmas shopping center fire Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk We’ll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you’re looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  Commercial: INGLES 1 STORY 1: Woodstock elected officials sworn in to serve new terms Woodstock kicked off the week with a swearing-in ceremony on Monday, welcoming back familiar faces and appointing new ones to key boards. Municipal Court Judge Robert Tidwell swore in Mayor Michael Caldwell and Council Members Warren Johnson (Ward 1), Colin Ake (Ward 3), and Brian Wolfe (Ward 5)—all re-elected in November. Caldwell also administered oaths to Lisa Morton, Spencer Nix, and Melissa Madigan for the Downtown Development Authority, and Rob Hogan, Ali Najafi, and Chase Roth for the Planning Commission. “Public trust is no small thing,” Caldwell said. “Congratulations to everyone stepping up to serve.” The council also made appointments to the Ethics Board and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. STORY 2: Kemp to build roads, bridges during final year as Georgia governor Gov. Brian Kemp isn’t coasting through his final year in office. Nope, he’s dropping over $2 billion into highway upgrades south and east of Atlanta—part of a $6 billion infrastructure push during his tenure. Speaking at the Georgia Chamber’s Eggs and Issues event Wednesday, Kemp credited “conservative budgeting” for making it all possible. “While some politicians just talk about affordability,” he said, “we’re actually doing something.” Big-ticket items? $1.8 billion for express lanes on I-75 in Henry County, $200 million to overhaul Georgia 316, and $250 million for local road grants. Oh, and $50 million to tackle homelessness ahead of the World Cup. Meanwhile, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and House Speaker Jon Burns are laser-focused on taxes—property, income, you name it. Burns even floated eliminating homestead property taxes statewide. It’s a busy year for Georgia politics, to say the least. STORY 3: Canton man charged in Christmas shopping center fire  A Canton teenager is facing serious charges after allegedly setting fire to a vacant shopping center on Christmas Day. Firefighters were called to the Canton Village shopping center on Marietta Road around 3:15 p.m., finding smoke pouring from the roof and flames inside. Crews worked quickly—hoses out, building searched—but thankfully, no one was inside, and no injuries were reported. After an investigation involving fire officials, Canton Police, and the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office, 19-year-old Blake Louis Bishop was arrested Tuesday. He’s charged with first-degree arson, second-degree criminal damage, and loitering. The city-owned shopping center, set for demolition, required 30 firefighters and hours to fully extinguish the blaze. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.    We’ll be right back. Break: INGLES 2 STORY 4: Morales breaks record, Gold returns for New Years Kickoff meet At the New Year’s Kickoff swim meet, held Jan. 9-11 at UGA’s Ramsey Center, Mila Morales of Chattahoochee Gold shattered a 19-year-old club record in the girls’ 8U 50-yard freestyle. Her time? A blazing 30.95 seconds, dethroning Lauren Case’s long-standing mark. The meet wasn’t scored—more of a post-holiday tune-up—but Chattahoochee Gold swimmers still made waves. Ava Gana stole the show with five wins, including the 12U 400 IM (4:56.31) and 200 backstroke (2:20.22). Meanwhile, Ella Malave snagged gold in the 13+ 100 breaststroke (1:05.96), and Bryston Burks dropped six seconds to win the 12U 200 breaststroke (2:48.08). Plenty of top-10 finishes, too—this team’s on fire. FALCONS: The Atlanta Falcons officially introduced Matt Ryan as their new president of football on Tuesday, and honestly, it feels like a full-circle moment. At the press conference in Flowery Branch, Ryan—who spent 14 seasons as the face of the franchise—spoke about his “unfinished business” with the team. “Since I was drafted, my mission’s been the same: help this organization win championships. We came close, had some success, but I believe we’ll get there,” he said. After retiring and working as a CBS Sports analyst, Ryan said he wasn’t looking for a new job—unless it was with the Falcons. Now, he’ll report directly to owner Arthur Blank, focusing on hiring a head coach and GM who share a unified vision. STORY 5: Georgia GOP senators target Raffensperger over voter registration lists  A group of Georgia Republican senators is pressuring Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to hand over the state’s unredacted voter registration list to the Trump administration—a move Raffensperger flatly opposes. His reasoning? State law. Sharing private voter details like Social Security numbers, birthdates, and driver’s license info is a no-go, he says. The DOJ, meanwhile, has been requesting voter lists from all 50 states, claiming it’s about ensuring accuracy. They even sued Georgia last month over the issue. The Senate resolution, led by Lt. Gov. Burt Jones’ allies, is mostly symbolic. But it accuses Raffensperger of “obstruction” for only providing a public version of the list. Raffensperger’s office fired back, saying he’s already complied as far as state law allows. “He won’t break the law or risk voters’ private information,” his office said. The DOJ’s lawsuit heads to federal court in Macon later this month. And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk Commercial: We’ll have closing comments after this.   COMMERCIAL: INGLES 3   SIGN OFF –   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.tribuneledgernews.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Produced by the BG Podcast Network Show Sponsors: www.ingles-markets.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Oklahoma Representative Jason Murphy, who served from 2006 to 2018, advocates for an "abstinence pledge" for legislators to refuse lobbyist money. He argues that this pledge helps lawmakers remain independent and accountable to their constituents, rather than special interests. Murphy believes that abstaining from lobbyist money leads to more principled decision-making and aligns with grassroots conservative values.   A grassroots movement in Oklahoma is gaining momentum, encouraging lawmakers to reject special interest money and prioritize their constituents' interests. This approach, which emphasizes transparency and accountability, is being adopted by a growing number of candidates, challenging the notion that money is essential for political success. By rejecting special interest money, candidates are building trust with their constituents and demonstrating their commitment to integrity and public service.   Jason Murphey discusses the importance of transparency in politics, emphasizing that voters want to know their representatives are not influenced by big money. He highlights the "People's Audit," a tool he created to rank legislators based on their votes, particularly those that increase government power and spending. Murphey believes this audit will help voters identify legislators who are not aligned with their conservative values, despite potential misleading campaign messaging.   Check out Jason's great work here: https://oklahomastatecapital.substack.com/     Big shout out to my incredible sponsors!  motushealth.com At Motus Health, we believe you were created to thrive—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually—not just get by. Our clinic is built on Dr. Maass's vision of true healthcare, which focuses on treating the root cause of issues, not just managing symptoms with medication. stevenstrucking.com Owner, Kenney Stevens, has humble roots. What started with 1 truck and a big dream, matured into something much larger. Being able to provide a great atmosphere for drivers and staff alike has been an amazing and we want to continue to grow company.   https://mcguirecap.com Michael McGuire will take a look at your assets — including everything from your bank accounts, pension, and Social Security benefits, to your estate plans, wills, taxes, insurance policies and more. His end goal is to help create financial clarity and to promote multi-generational wealth.

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In this episode of Develop This! host Joi Cuartero Austin interviews Kyle Moore, Great River Economic Development Foundation (GREDF) President & CEO, former Quincy, IL Mayor & IL State Representative, who shares hard-earned insights on how local leaders can advocate effectively with elected officials to get economic development projects across the finish line. Drawing on his experience as a city council member, mayor, and state representative, Kyle explains the practical realities that shape project outcomes, including timing, coalitions, data, and political context. They discuss: Why advocacy often comes too late—and how to avoid this pitfall. How elected officials evaluate project proposals and the importance of credibility. Navigating local budgets, rezoning, and the state legislative calendar. Making a clear, actionable "ask" and doing your homework beforehand. Building coalitions and fostering strong relationships with elected officials and their staff. Lessons from successful projects in other communities. Key Takeaways Advocacy often happens too late—start early and plan strategically. Understanding local government roles is crucial for effective engagement. Every community has unique priorities, timelines, and pressures. Preparation and data-backed proposals increase credibility. Building relationships with officials and staff is essential for project success. Timing—aligned with budget cycles and legislative calendars—can make or break a project. Personalized communication beats generic letters or emails. Learning from successful projects elsewhere strengthens your approach. Consistent engagement builds trust and long-term collaboration.

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Joyce talks about the many ways that elected democrats prove that they do not believe that Americans should come first. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode, we examine if your elected officials actually work for you. What should they be doing? What are they doing? Do they represent you? We ask the questions.

Host Bill Radke discusses the week’s news with Longtime local political consultant Cathy Allen, Seattle Channel host/producer, co-host of Seattle News, Views, and Brews podcast Brian Callanan, and King County GOP Chair Jolie Lansdowne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Guppy of the Washington Policy Center clarifies common misconceptions about property taxes in Washington state, explaining how elected officials set tax amounts and the role of county assessors, and calls for accountability to restore trust and fiscal responsibility. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-when-elected-officials-raise-your-property-taxes-dont-blame-the-assessor/ #WashingtonState #PropertyTax #Opinion

Dr. Keith Robinson is an accomplished Ball State graduate who has dedicated his career to informing and inspiring high school students, first as an educator and now as an administrator. In his current role, Keith serves as the associate principal of educational services for Evanston Township High School in Evanston, Illinois. He is also a dedicated servant leader. He is the first Black trustee elected in the Village of Skokie. And Keith is also a member of the Ball State University Foundation Board of Directors and our Teachers College Advisory Council. In this episode, Keith talks about how the academic struggles he experienced in high school and college fueled his passion to become an engaging educator. Keith also shares how, in addition to his professional career, he's found a new purpose in his role as a public servant. And he reveals why the chance Ball State took on him as a student is the reason he's been a loyal advocate in service to his alma mater ever since.  

Oklahoma's elected officials are getting a pay raise.The fight over tribal citizens hunting and fishing heads to court.Oklahoma is gearing up to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Tik Tok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

This Week in Oklahoma Politics, KOSU's Michael Cross talks with Republican Political Consultant Neva Hill and Civic Leader Andy Moore about a Florida-based Jewish organization considering a religious charter school in Oklahoma, the State Supreme Court ruling in favor of Governor Stitt over his cabinet picks and the Oklahoma Health Care Authority putting a pause on an anti-abortion executive order from Governor Stitt.The trio also discusses the governor's battle with tribes over their citizens hunting and fishing without state-issued licenses and a pay raise for elected officials.

Governor Stitt saves a man just a few hours before execution.Some statewide elected officials are getting pay increases.Paul McCartney's appearance at Tulsa's BOK Center sets records.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Tik Tok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

Elected officials are asking for a trial in the killing of an unarmed man and a bill to ban horse drawn carriages is voted down. Meanwhile, the Studio Museum in Harlem reopens on November 15th., Also, New York City Mayor Eric Adams tries to influence Mayor-Elect Mamdani's Policy, and a Brooklyn man is arrested for flying in a fan-powered plane.

Former Mass. state Sen. Sonia Chang-Diaz and Boston Globe political reporter James Pindell join WBUR's Morning Edition to discuss how likely the strategy is to pay off — and who gets hurt if it doesn't.

A new commission has approved raising the annual salaries for statewide elected officials, while legislator pay will stay the same.

On this episode of Walk Humbly, hear Bishop Burbidge share how our parishes and Catholic Charities are stepping up to support those in need during what has become the longest-ever federal government shutdown. Bishop Burbidge also calls the faithful to action and prayer for all newly elected officials, extends an invitation to celebrate the heroic witness of Black Catholics on the way to sainthood this Black Catholics History Month, and reflects on the Diocesan Week of Service and past memorable service projects in his own life.     What's upcoming: Diocesan Week of Service: November 9-16; United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) Fall Plenary Assembly: November 10-13; Prayer Service for Unity and Healing in the United States: Monday, November 24; Virginia Pro-Life Day on Thursday, January 15, 2026    Walk Humbly welcomes listener questions for Bishop Burbidge. Call or text (703) 778-9100 anytime with your question. This week, Bishop answers: "Why do we pray for the dead when their time on earth is over? Wouldn't God have already given his judgment by the time we pray for the soul of a departed loved one or friend?"    Connect with Walk Humbly and Bishop Burbidge by texting WALKHUMBLY to 84576 for occasional alerts and updates. 

Are your elected officials overreacting to negative comments and criticism on social media? Tired of watching them get spun up by a handful of keyboard warriors living in their mother's basement? Then you need to enroll your elected officials in Sam Toles' new social media training course for elected officials. He is the social media master and a former council member.  Lean on his experience and expertise to show your governing body how to analyze and assess the social media landscape.  SHOW NOTES Sam Toles' LinkedIn profile Link to CiviSocial website Link to Sam Toles' New Book: The Social Media Playbook For Local Elected Officials Link to the AAME discount for the CiviSocial Social Medial Training for Elected Officials Link to CiviSocial's DeepFake Program Link to CiviSocial's Referendum Ready Program Sam previously appeared on the following episodes: Episode 67: Your City is Doing Social Media Wrong Episode 68: Keyboard Warriors & Social Media Terrorists Episode 108: Social Media Training for Elected Officials with Sam Toles Claim your FREE copy of "The Social Media Playbook for City & County Managers" at this link: https://civisocial.com/the-social-media-playbook   AAME JOB BOARD: The American Association of Municipal Executives has a free job board exclusively focused on executive and senior level local government recruitments. To post a job, go to: https://jobs.aame.org/ SUPPORT THE PODCAST: Subscribe to my FREE weekly newsletter hosted on LinkedIn. It is called the "City Manager News & Job Board" newsletter and can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/city-manager-rtrs-job-board-7164683251112992768/ If you would like to support the podcast by making a donation, please use the "Buy Me A Coffee" link. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple or your preferred platform if you enjoy the show. It helps tremendously. But more importantly, refer your friends and peers to podcast through personal conversations and posts on your social media platforms. Joe Turner's LinkedIn Page City Manager Unfiltered YouTube Page - Subscribe Today! Note: Page may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.  

Family, this week on Queer News, Anna DeShawn continues to bring you the stories that matter most to our community and this one is critical in the fight for our rights. We have a powerful, breaking news interview with Chicago's own Alderperson Jesse Fuentes (26th Ward), who was illegally handcuffed by ICE agents at Humboldt Park Health hospital simply for asking about a signed warrant. Hear directly from Alderperson Fuentes about the terrifying confrontation, what it means to be leading with courage against rising fascism, and why she is taking the monumental step of suing the federal government for assault, battery, and false arrest. This is more than one story; it's a conversation about using every tool we have from the courts to rapid response teams to defend our community. We all we got. Check the show notes for links to get information on Know Your Rights training's and mutual aid funds.

https://abundanceelected.com/about-us/https://www.axios.com/2025/09/03/democrats-abundance-movement-groupRealignment Newsletter: https://therealignment.substack.com/Realignment Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/shop/therealignmentEmail the Show: realignmentpod@gmail.comGiselle Hale, Managing Partner at the Abundance Network and former Mayor of Redwood City, CA, joins The Realignment. Marshall and Giselle discuss Abundance Network's newly announced Abundance Elected Network, a community of local elected officials in city and county government interested in abundance and state capacity. They discuss why the local government version of the abundance discourse is completely different than the national level, think tank and pundit debate, how local officials are operationalizing abundance ideas, and what an outcomes-centered politics could look like.  

Voters in the Sunset district of San Francisco are casting ballots on whether to recall their supervisor Joel Engardio. Engardio, a vocal champion of the city's previous recalls of three school board members and former District Attorney Chesa Boudin, has angered residents in his district over his support of Proposition K, which closed the oceanfront's Great Highway. The 2-mile stretch of land opened as Sunset Dunes Park, but whether that park is wanted, is still under debate with some saying it impacts local businesses and daily commutes. We talk about San Francisco's recall fever and the balancing act required by officials representing the needs of their districts, and the desires of the city. Guests: Joe Eskenazi, managing editor and columnist, Mission Local Jason McDaniel, associate professor of political science, San Francisco State University Sydney Johnson, reporter, KQED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Washington Roundtable discusses the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, and the possibility that the United States will join the fray by bombing Iranian nuclear facilities. They are joined by Karim Sadjadpour, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and a longtime Iran expert. “What is going to drive events is not the national interest of the United States or the national interests of Iran, but this duel between these two men, Donald Trump and Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei,” Sadjapour says. “What I really fear is that both of these men feel like their honor is on the line.” This week's reading:“Donald Trump's No-Strategy Strategy on Iran,” by Isaac Chotiner“The Trump Crackdown on Elected Officials,” by Jonathan Blitzer“What Is Israel's Endgame with Iran?” by Robin Wright“The Military's Birthday Parade Rolls Quietly Through Trump's Washington,” by Antonia Hitchens“After Attacking Iran, Israel Girds for What's Next,” by Ruth Margalit“Why Netanyahu Decided to Strike Iran Now,” by Isaac Chotiner“President Trump's Military Games,” by Ruth Marcus“Is the Anti-Trump Opposition Getting Its #Resistance Back?” by Jon AllsopTune in wherever you get your podcasts. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The New Yorker staff writer Benjamin Wallace-Wells joins Tyler Foggatt to discuss the decline of DOGE, what Elon Musk's exit from the White House means for its work, and the initiative's legacy in the long run. Plus, the assassination of the Minnesota state representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and the growing trend of impersonating law enforcement.This week's reading: “What Did Elon Musk Accomplish at DOGE?,” by Benjamin Wallace-Wells “The Minnesota Shootings and the Dangerous Trend of Impersonating Law Enforcement,” by Benjamin Wallace-Wells “The Trump Crackdown on Elected Officials,” by  Jonathan Blitzer “What Is Israel's Endgame with Iran?,” by Robin Wright “The Military's Birthday Parade Rolls Quietly Through Trump's Washington,” by Antonia Hitchens  To discover more podcasts from The New Yorker, visit newyorker.com/podcasts. To send feedback on this episode, write to themail@newyorker.com. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Jonathan Capehart discusses his extremely awkward first encounter with Rev. Al Sharpton and the nature of their contentious relationship. Plus, Jonathan talks about his work to save the NY Apollo Theater and the importance of holding elected officials accountable. Check out Jonathan Capehart's memoir here: https://www.amazon.com/Yet-Here-Am-Lessons-Search/dp/1538767066