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State Rep. Bryan Posthumus, Majority floor leader, House District 90, R-Rockford The future of conservatism in Michigan His crypto currency legislation His legislation to amend the constitution to require photo ID when voting + proof of citizenship when registering to vote

On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, state Rep. Marty Joe Murray talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about his first year in the Missouri General Assembly – and his thoughts on the recently completed special session. Murray represents Missouri's 78th House District, which takes in parts of Downtown St. Louis, Old North St. Louis, Lafayette Square, and neighborhoods that encompass the Cherokee Street business district. He was first elected to his seat in 2024.

#podcast #politics #progressives #Democrats #NoKinds #CorporateCorruption #GovernmentCorruption #Democracy #WorkingClass #Michigan #Medicaid #Immigration #ICE #CarrieRheingans #Whitmer #MattHall #Trump #MAGA #Republicans #Authoritarianism #LeftOfLansing Here's Episode 138 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast! 00:00-15:11: No Kings Success/Where Were Dem Leaders? Pat Johnston applauds the No Kings rallies, but wonders if some Democratic Party "leaders" on both the state and national level are rising to the occasion of the moment. He also covers the hypocrisy of MAGA Michigan Republicans who push for Medicaid & SNAP work requirements while they left Lansing for a field trip to visit the Trump Regime this week. And Michigan Republicans are not backing down from their support of the MAGA Murder Bill. 15:12-46:13: Democratic State Rep. Carrie Rheingans Michigan progressive Democratic State Rep. Carrie Rheingans from 47th House District joins the show. Rep. Rheingans is a staunch advocate for the working class, and a staunch advocate to pass a Medicare For All bill in Michigan. And she provides ideas on how to both oppose MAGA while pushing progressive, common sense, working class policies. Rep. Rheingans talks about her MICare plan, as well as the uptick in political violence in the country, the failed leadership of MAGA Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall, the inspiration she saw at the "No Kings" rallies, and which direction Democrats must go in order to effectively fight back against the MAGA movement. 46:14-50:53: Last Call-Baldwin ICE Prison Pat's "Last Call" focuses on the reopening of an ICE detention facility in Baldwin, MI. 50:54-53:11: Ending Please, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can! leftoflansing@gmail.com Left of Lansing is now on YouTube as well! leftoflansing.com NOTES: "Rheingans Reintroduces MiCare." From Michigan House Democrats "House GOP K-12 budget targets DEI, wraps school meals, other programs into per-pupil funding." By Ben Solis of Michigan Advance "Back from DC, Michigan GOP leader backs Medicaid, food assistance cuts." By Jordan Hermani of Bridge Michigan "As resistance grows, Michigan Dems disagree on path to ‘take back our country.'" By Simon D. Shuster of Bridge Michigan "As ICE plans to move into Baldwin prison, residents hope jobs will stay." By Claire Keegan-Kugam IPR, Maxwell Howard of Bridge Michigan "ACLU Opposes Opening of North Lake Correctional Facility, the Largest Immigrant Detention Center in the Midwest." By ACLU of Michigan "State Rep. Carrie Rheingans holds coffee hour, decries “authoritarianism,“ calls on people to “march.'" By Fritz Swanson of The Manchester Mirror

Tune in here to this ​Wednesday's edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen! Breaking Brett Jensen kicks off the show by discussing local political shakeups and early campaign moves ahead of the 2026 election. He zeroes in on Matthews Town Commissioner Ken McCool’s announcement that he’ll challenge Tricia Cotham for the House District 105 seat—a seat Cotham narrowly held onto in the last election by just 213 votes. Brett offers sharp commentary on what this early move might mean for Democrats and Republicans alike, especially in a district still buzzing from last cycle’s controversial campaigning.Listen here for all of this and more on Breaking With Brett Jensen. Later, Jensen turned his attention to Raleigh, where momentum continues to build around a major transportation funding proposal. Brett breaks down the latest developments in the push for a one-cent sales tax increase across Mecklenburg County—emphasizing that it’s not just a Charlotte issue but a county-wide vote. The North Carolina House overwhelmingly passed the referendum measure 102–6, with every Mecklenburg County House member voting in favor, including Representatives Laura Budd and Tricia Cotham. To be the first to hear about Breaking Brett Jensen's exclusives and more follow him on X @Brett_Jensen! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AlabamaGov. Ivey sets date for special election to fill House District 63 seatAG Marshall says state could receive $75M in opioid settlement with PurdueAuburn admissions favors certain demographic despite ending DEI officeUniversity of Alabama selects Peter Mohler as next presidentIllegal alien living in Cullman and charged with sex abuse now in ICE custodyThe renaming of Fort Novosel to Fort Rucker is underway after Trump speechNationalTrump leaves G7 summit early due to conflict between Israel and IranTrump orders ICE expansion of deportation efforts to sanctuary citiesFL Governor says residents trapped in cars by rioters have right to run overFL DMV employees arrested as part of licensing operation for illegalsSCOTUS rules on case of NY Catholics being forced to pay for abortionsMinnesota gunman had massive detailed plan for his assassinationsTrial of Sean Combs enters 6th week, one juror dismissed for lying

Plus: a look at the consent decree the City of Richmond entered into with the Virginia Department of Health; US Sen. Mark Warner speaks at a town hall in Charlottesville; Alpha-Gal syndrome to become a reportable disease; and other stories.

The crew is joined by Georgia State Representative Inga Willis - who represents House District 55. They discuss, her time in politics, the need for representation in local politics, the importance of authenticity, and so much more! You can follow Rep. Willis - https://www.instagram.com/ingawillisforga / https://x.com/willisforGA . Follow us on all Instagram / TikTok / Twitter @ WRGOPod. Keep up with all our episodes and content at linktr.ee/wrgo

This week we kick off part one of a three-part interview with a principled, conservative representative in the Tennessee General Assembly - Mister Jody Barrett. Representative Barrett serves the good people of House District 69 in Middle Tennessee. In this first part of the interview we discuss some aspects of the voucher scam pushed through by Governor Bill Lee in his questionable Special Session of the General Assembly earlier this year. To find out more about Representative Barrett, please visit his website - https://jodybarrett.com/aboutYou can subscribe to or follow the podcast on Apple or Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform – Rumble | YouTube | Overcast | Amazon Music | iHeartRadio | Pocket Casts | RadioPublicJoin me on social media:Twitter – both at @LarryForTN12 @LiesLibertyTruth Social – @LarryForTN12Instagram – @larry_conservative_activist @the_l5_podcastFacebook – Larry Linton - Sevier County Conservative Activist Facebook – Liberty, Leadership and LiesGab – @LarryLintonGETTR – @LarryLintonTelegram – t.me/libertyleadershipandliesOr on the web at – https://libertyleadershipandlies.com#LarryForTN12 #LintonForTN12 #LarryLintonForTN12 #LibertyLeadershipAndLies #Liberty #Leadership #Lies #Constitutionalist #Conservative #Tennessee #StandInTheArena #PrincipledLeadership

The time has come for the Electric Horseman to saddle up and the get the hell out of D.O.G.E. This week Elon Musk leaves government service and returns to the private sector. Then we talk to Scherie Murray, a Jamaican-American businesswoman from Queens who ran for the GOP nomination fot New York's 14th House District in 2020. […]

The time has come for the Electric Horseman to saddle up and the get the hell out of D.O.G.E.This week Elon Musk leaves government service and returns to the private sector.Then we talk to Scherie Murray, a Jamaican-American businesswoman from Queens who ran for the GOP nomination fot New York's 14th House District in 2020.All that and the Parting Shot of D-I-V-O-R-C-E.

On this episode of Texas Talks, host Brad Swail interviews Texas State Representative John Lujan of House District 118. A former firefighter and Bexar County sheriff's deputy, Lujan shares his personal journey into public service, his passion for education and faith-based community work, and the real-world impact of Texas border policy. Rep. Lujan offers insights on the need for practical, bipartisan solutions at the Texas-Mexico border, his role on the Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee, and why strong families and local engagement matter more than ever. Whether you're interested in border policy, Latino leadership, or public safety reform, this conversation brings a grounded, heartfelt perspective from deep in the heart of Texas.

In this episode of the Texas Talks podcast, host Brad Swail sits down with Texas State Representative Gary Gates of House District 28. Known for his endurance as an Ironman triathlete and his leadership as Chairman of the Land and Resource Management Committee, Rep. Gates dives into two major legislative initiatives: expanding vocational education for high school students and reforming Housing Finance Corporations (HFCs) to protect taxpayers and increase transparency. They discuss Gates' landmark vocational training bill (HB 20), which aims to prepare students for high-paying, in-demand jobs without the burden of college debt. The conversation then shifts to housing policy and HB 21, addressing how certain entities exploit tax exemptions without delivering true affordable housing, costing Texas billions in revenue. If you're interested in policy, education reform, housing legislation, or Texas state politics, this episode delivers a deep dive into the state's most pressing issues.

Senior Reporter Brad Johnson sits down with Representative Angelia Orr, a Republican from Itasca, Texas, representing House District 13. They discuss the intense final night of the legislative session, including the passage of Orr's significant House Bill 3749. Orr shares the emotional backstory of the bill related to elective IV therapy safety, which was inspired by a tragic incident in her district. The conversation covers various topics, including the appropriations process, local government challenges, and the dynamics within the Texas House. Representative Orr also reflects on her transition from local to state politics, her work on key committees, and her relationships with colleagues across the aisle.

As of this recording on May 6th, we are well into the 2025 Oregon Legislative session.  And I, like many others, am still struggling to find a coherent throughline to the session.And many climate justice advocates are increasingly wondering whether Oregon's Democratic led government has given up on meaningful climate action.  But there is still a lot that can happen in the next two months of the legislative session, and your voice really does matter.To walk me through where things stand, and where we as citizens can make the greatest impact this session, I'm joined by my old boss, State Representative Mark Gamba.Mark Gamba represents Oregon's House District 41, which encompasses Milwaukie and parts of Southeast Portland.  He is also one of Oregon's most outspoken climate advocates, and one of my favorite returning guests.As always, if you appreciate Coast Range Radio, which is now completely independent, please help me out by recommending or sharing an episode with two friends! The show email is coastrangeradio@gmail.com, please let me know what you think of the show!Support the show

Greg visits with Don Fallin about his bid to become the state representative for District 11 which includes areas of Cullman and Blount Counties.  Republican Primary election is May 13th.

Send us a textThe communist-controlled Connecticut State legislature is attempting to pass yet another civilian disarmament law that they suppose will allow them to circumvent the PLCAA (Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act). Meanwhile, 19 of their fellow communists in Georgia were arrested in April for child sex trafficking, one of them being a former candidate for Georgia's 139th House District, who was lauded by the civilian disarmament cartels (Everytown, Commie Mommies, Giffords, etc.) as a "gun sense candidate", who also made online threats and calls for assassination against President Trump, while citing the 2nd Amendment as being the justification for his actions. The irony being that he was calling for the Secret Service to shoot Trump.But these are the people that want us to give up our guns to them? Support the showGiveSendGo | Unconstitutional 2A Prosecution of Tate Adamiak Askari Media GroupBuy Paul Eberle's book "Look at the Dirt"Paul Eberle (lookatthedirt.com)The Deadly Path: How Operation Fast & Furious and Bad Lawyers Armed Mexican Cartels: Forcelli, Peter J., MacGregor, Keelin, Murphy, Stephen: 9798888456491: Amazon.com: BooksVoice of the Blue (buzzsprout.com)

Some international students in Pennsylvania and elsewhere lost their student status recently, which allows them to stay and study in the U.S. Alan Yu from our friends at WHYY reports, the decision has now been reversed. The Trump administration has long flirted with the idea of selling the U.S. Postal Service to the highest bidder. Kenny Cooper, also from our friends at WHYY, reports Philadelphia-area letter carriers and post office workers are on edge. In the wake of an arson attack on the Governor's Residence in Harrisburg, Dauphin County officials admit a 911 dispatcher mishandled a call the morning of the fire. After nearly a week, firefighters are making steady progress containing a pair of wildfires in a central Pennsylvania state forest. The fires cover more than 2700 acres in Michaux State Forest, about 30 to 50 miles southwest of Harrisburg. We could be in for a Congressional rematch in central Pennsylvania's 10th House District in 20-26. U.S. Representative Scott Perry's spokesman confirms he will be running for an eighth term in the U.S. House. And Janelle Stelson is reportedly telling Democratic Party leaders she's strongly considering challenging Perry again. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

-- On the Show: -- Isaiah Martin, 26-year-old Democratic candidate for House District 18 in Texas, which has a special election this November, joins David to discuss his campaign, the district, and the wave of upstart young Democrats running for office -- Thanks to Donald Trump, Canadians have elected Liberal Mark Carney as their new Prime Minister, while right wing candidate Pierre Poilievre lost his seat altogether -- Donald Trump's unhinged new written interview with Time Magazine is absolutely absurd and completely terrifying -- Donald Trump is hemorrhaging independent voters, and we dive into the why -- Scott Bessent, Donald Trump's Treasury Secretary, can't deny that empty shelves may well be coming to the United States -- Karoline Leavitt, Donald Trump's White House Press Secretary, holds her most unhinged press briefing yet -- Donald Trump claims to have made 200 trade deals, but there aren't even 200 countries with which to make trade deals -- Lawyers for Mike Lindell, CEO and founder of MyPillow, get caught using ChatGPT to generate court filings with references to court cases that don't exist -- On the Bonus Show: Massive power outage in Spain and Portugal, suspect in Kristi Noem purse snatching tells authorities he didn't recognize her, Trump dinner for meme coin buyers prompts demands for ethics probe, much more...

#podcast #Politics #GulfOfMexico #Michigan #MattMaddock #MAGA #Republicans #Weird #Trump #Progressives #Democrats #LeftOfLansing Here's the Left Of Lansing "Friday Short" for April 25, 2025. The weird Michigan MAGA Republican state House Rep. Matt Maddock of the 51st House District is making news again in his own warped and cruel way. Maddock announced this week that he wants to abolish the Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency, which coincides with Dear Leader Trump and Elon Musk cutting the U.S. Veterans' Affairs office. Maddock also introduced a bill forcing Michigan's government to call The Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America," which is how MAGA Republicans believe will help the working class? Pat Johnston shares his thoughts on why Maddock is the perfect embodiment of today's clownish, weird, but horrifically cruel MAGA Republican Party. Please, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can! leftoflansing@gmail.com Left of Lansing is now on YouTube as well! leftoflansing.com NOTES: "Child marriage is now banned in Michigan." Anna Liz Nichols of Michigan Advance "GOP Rep. Maddock on tape: ‘We're going to have a civil war or some sort of revolution.'" By Jon King of Michigan Advance

This week, Donna and Orlando sat down with Fred Durhal III to discuss his vision for Detroit's future. This episode is the third in a series of interviews with candidates in the race for Detroit's 76th mayor.Fred Durhal III is a Detroit City Councilmember, representing District 7 since 2021. He also serves as the Chair of the Budget, Finance, and Audit Standing Committee and Vice-chair of the Planning and Development Standing Committee. Durhal's legislative career began in 2014 when he was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives for the 5th House District. He quickly rose to leadership roles, including Assistant House Democratic Leader and Minority Vice-Chair of the House Appropriations Committee. Durhal's passion for improving Detroit extends beyond his official duties, having volunteered with organizations like AmeriCorps, Habitat for Humanity, and UAW Local 60006. His focus remains on stabilizing neighborhoods, increasing public safety, and fostering economic development throughout Detroit.To learn more about Fred Durhal III and his vision for Detroit, click here.Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

Peter Hancock talks with author Patrick Wohl about his book, "Down Ballot: Howa Local Campaign Became a National Referendum on Abortion." The book chronicles the 1990 Republican primary in Illinois' 55th House District between Penny Pullen and Rosemary Mulligan.

Episode 101 – Fairness for Small Biz: The Fight for HB 2428 in Texas Latino Business Report Welcome to the show! In this episode, we're diving into a critical conversation unfolding right here in Texas—one that could reshape how small businesses across the state operate and survive. We're joined by two powerhouse guests:

In this episode of The Right Idea, host Brian Phillips, Chief Communications Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, sits down with Texas State Representative Caroline Harris Davila from House District 52. Elected at just 28 years old, Rep. Harris Davila made waves as the Freshman Legislator of the Year, sending 13 bills to Governor Abbott's desk in her first session. We dive into her groundbreaking work on healthcare transparency with SB 490, her push for the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) caucus, and her new bills tackling healthcare costs and HOA overreach in 2025.

Joe kicked things off by diving into Liberation Day, coming up on April 2nd, when Trump tariffs hit all foreign nations, projected to pull in a massive $600 billion for the Treasury General Fund. Joe highlighted how this signals good times ahead for our economy and even bigger wins for the nation. Next, Joe brought on a familiar guest, James McAndrew - lead singer of Milquetoast & Co. and chairman for House District 3 and Senate District 26. The duo zoned in on the Colorado GOP and the drama-packed Colorado GOP Gala, questioning why the party isn't focusing on real work instead. After James stepped off, Joe kept hammering the Colorado GOP for failing to represent the people. He spotlighted Tina Peters' case, insisting it needs more federal attention, touched on Dominion, and closed by debunking Jovan Pulitzer's claim that storing ballot copies in a datacenter costs tens of thousands monthly. Joe, a datacenter owner himself, called BS - he knows the real costs. Next up, tensions in Ukraine and Iran are rising. Ukraine has yet to reach a rare earth deal with the United States as their war rages on, and Iran is refusing to come to an agreement surrounding its nuclear weapons. Later, it's all about the news: Trump trolls a third term, Elon suggests we end the Fed, and Hegseth has vowed to make the military truly equal. 

Today we cover some of the headlines and events from around the state in hour one. Then in hour two we'll visit with Rep Mia Costello from House District 15.

Addressing Housing Affordability with Rep. Paul Dyson In this episode of the Think Brazos Podcast, host Charles Coats welcomes Representative Paul Dyson of House District 14 in Texas to discuss the current legislative session. The conversation delves into the pressing issue of housing affordability in Texas, exploring proposed bills and solutions like House Bill 5489, which aims to impose a moratorium on impact fees to ease housing costs. Dyson also shares insights into his experiences as a freshman representative, his committee work, and other legislative efforts around water infrastructure. The episode provides a comprehensive look at the challenges and potential policies affecting housing and growth in Texas. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on how local and state governments are navigating these crucial issues. The Think Brazos Podcast is policy conversation platform produced by staff at Bryan/College Station Habitat for Humanity. As a 501c3, we do not make endorsements of any candidate or political party. Full disclaimer: https://thinkbrazos.org/about/#disclaimer Learn more at thinkbrazos.org

The Iowa GOP held onto a House District seat in a special election Tuesday.

Today, we continue our series focusing on AI and insurance claims. It’s been reported that several health insurance companies are under scrutiny for using AI to allegedly deny mass amounts of claims. The California-based Clarkson Law Firm is now leading class action lawsuits against three major insurance companies. Glenn Danas, a partner at Clarkson Law Firm, says with the use of AI, it only took an insurer an average of 1.2 seconds to review a claim before rejecting more than 300,000 within two months. Plus, Georgia State Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver, who represents House District 84, is a DeKalb County native and an attorney. The longtime politician is known for her efforts for fighting to protect children and consumers. She joins “Closer Look” for our Women’s History Month series, “Piloting the Journey.” Rep. Oliver talks with Rose about the journey through her career, pushing for legislation that she’s sponsored over the years and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ravalli County officials Monday named the replacement for a Hamilton representative who abruptly resigned from the Legislature. County Commissioners Monday unanimously appointed Republican Terry Nelson to replace former state Rep. Ron Marshall in House District 87.

Rep. Mauga reprsents House District 31 Listen in to learn more. 

President Donald J. Trump's Second Administration had its FIRST cabinet meeting this week which is pretty impressive considering that Trump 1.0 didn't reach that milestone until June of 2017! Our host, Mike Slater, talks about the good and the bad of this meeting of the minds and explains why it's not such a bad thing that DOGE's Elon Musk was there despite what the mainstream media ghouls might tell you!Following the opener, Slater welcomes in Maine State Rep. Laurel Libby, R-90th House District, who was recently censured by her state's government for standing up for biological girls in sports. We really hope you enjoy hearing about the true story of a powerful woman standing by her convictions in the face of liberal bullies who want to silence her!

State Rep. Mark Tisdel, House District 55, R-Rochester Hills. State of the State - Limiting Phones in Schools

Rep. Phil Green, House District 67, R- Millington. State of the State Reaction.

Today we are joined by Dr. Anita Somani, the freshman State Representative for Ohio's 11th House District, which serves Dublin and Hilliard. For more than 30 years, Dr. Somani has worked as an OBGYN at OhioHealth. She is a Board Member for LEAD Ohio, the Columbus Medical Association, and Planned Parenthood. Her firm belief in protecting the reproductive rights of women has caused her to propose a controversial new bill, one that has been dubbed “Life Begins at Erection.” Stay tuned and find out why Dr. Somani believes it's important to call out the gendered double standard on reproductive health. *** You can check out Ladies Love Politics website to read a transcript/references of this episode at www.ladieslovepolitics.com. Be sure to follow the Ladies Love Politics channel on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Truth Social, Brighteon Social, Threads, and Twitter. Content also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you stream podcasts. Background Music Credit: Music: Hang for Days - Silent Partner https://youtu.be/A41A0XeU2ds

This week we are excited to bring you content from Texas Impact's Public School Defenders' Lobby Day. We are joined by State Representative Gina Hinojosa, House District 49, while walking back to the Capitol after she addressed the Public School defenders to discuss voucher plans and how Texans of faith can push back against SB 2 and other voucher bills.   Later in the program we are joined by Texas Impact's Public Education Policy Advocate, Grace Bonilla, to talk about the lobby day and the work of the PSDs.  You can learn more about the Public School Defenders and Texas Impact's other issue teams, and see our weekly action alert, in the Action Center at texasimpact.org. Watch a clip from Scott's interview with Representative Hinojosa on our Youtube Channel. https://youtu.be/-7b-1RC-o08

REP. COURTENAY SPRUNGER (R-HD7) TRT: 10:04 “WATERFALL” HOUSE BILL 483: Revise laws to reduce property taxes while preserving the current 95 school equalization mills, WHAT'S DIFFERENT FROM OTHER BILLS?

The Louisville League of Women Voters, in collaboration with the Louisville Urban League and the NAACP, hosted an evening with members of the Jefferson County Legislative delegation (including Joshua Watkins, House District 42; Cassie Armstrong, Senate District 19; Julie Raque-Adams, Senate District 36, Nima Kulkarni, House District 40; Karen Berg, Senate District 26; David Yates, Senate District 37; Keturah J. Herron, Senate District 35; Mary Lou Marzian, House District 41; Pam Stevenson, House District 43; and Sarah Stalker, House District 34. It was moderated by Gabrielle Jones, V.P. of Content and Interim CEO at Louisville Public Media and took place at the Louisville Free Public Library on January 27, 2025.

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray  On the Hill 2025: Public labor union bill passes Utah Senate  House Bill 267 -- the bill banning public labor unions from collective bargaining -- has just passed the Senate. And the version that passed is the original version the House passed. Now, it's headed for the Governor's desk. Inside Sources begins with a refresher on what’s in the bill and why opposing groups say they’re against it.    Return-to-office mandate for federal workers delayed until Monday  Today, a federal judge in Massachusetts said the deadline for federal workers to either agree to go back to the office or accept a "deferred resignation" offer will be pushed until at least Monday next week. The deadline was supposed to be tonight. Nearly 2 million federal workers are affected by the mandate, including Utahns. Hosts Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner share their thoughts on the overall situation.    On the Hill 2025: Spaceport exploration committee  Space isn’t just for the Jetsons – it's becoming a reality for real people. And here in Utah, one state lawmaker doesn’t want us to get left behind. State Senator Jerry Stevenson is running a bill this legislative session that would create a spaceport exploration committee. He calls into Inside Sources to discuss the bill and what it would achieve.    On the Hill 2025: What’s it like as a new legislator on Utah’s Capitol Hill?  29 State Senators and 75 State Representatives make up the Utah Legislature. Senators serve 4-year sentences and State Representatives serve 2-year sentences. We thought it would be interesting to chat with a brand-new legislator to get their thoughts on the session thus far. State Rep. Doug Fiefia of House District 48 joins the show for this discussion.    House GOP members meet with Pres. Trump to discuss divided feelings on the budget  Tough conversations between House Republicans and President Trump this morning as they work to get on the same page with the budget. GOP Representative are still split on the number of reconciliation bills to run -- 1 or 2. House leaders met with President Trump in the hopes that he could get the party to agree on the same thing. Needless to say, it's a bit of a mess. The Inside Sources hosts break it down.    Pres. Trump’s comments on Gaza show divide between Congressional Republicans  President Trump's comments on a possible takeover continue to spark debate and concern among world leaders and those in Congress. That includes some Republicans who now say they're concerned about focusing on international stuff like this instead of "America First." Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner discuss their feelings on what the President is saying and if it holds any water.    Have Democrats changed their message in the months following the election?  Democrats have a long four years ahead of them with the Trump presidency. Things might get a little better if they see success in the 2026 midterms but either way, they're going to face a Trump administration until 2028. So, has their messaging changed at all? What about their policies? Inside Sources discuss whether Democrats have begun to change their tune.    On the Hill 2025: Legislation to protect youth sports referees  You don't need to tell us, but be honest with yourself: have you ever gotten mad at a youth sports referee? If so, Leah's got some words for you. And so does the State Legislature. A new bill – being sponsored by State Representative Jon Hawkins -- hopes to protect referees from violent parents, fans, and coaches. Inside Sources has the latest.   

Governor Josh Shapiro is expected to seek more money for public schools and public transit when he delivers his third budget proposal to lawmakers later today. Penn State leadership have announced the university’s budget allocations for fiscal year 2026-27. University Park will see a small overall increase in funding, while the Commonwealth Campuses -- like those in York. Harrisburg, Mont Alto and Reading -- are getting another cut. A new lawsuit claims -- for the first time -- people died because of the Norfolk Southern toxic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, near the Pennsylvania border. Congress is considering recently proposed legislation aimed at enhancing safety for both freight and passenger rail travel. A number of Pittsburgh businesses closed their doors Monday to raise awareness of the benefits that immigrants bring. Allegheny County Democrats and Republicans have picked their nominees to replace the late Representative Matt Gergely in the 35th state House District. If you're planning to attend an event at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, be advised on a closure now in effect.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you live in the heart of one of Ohio's big cities or in the rolling hills of Appalachia - or anywhere in between - what happens in the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus make a huge difference in your life and what happens in our public school classrooms every day. That's why it's so important to have pro-public education lawmakers in the General Assembly and to hear from them about the big issues on the horizon for our public schools. OEA members were able to hear from a bipartisan panel of state lawmakers in December, 2024, about education priorities heading into the final days of the 135th General Assembly and looking ahead at what's coming in the 136th General Assembly as it gets underway in 2025.SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK | OEA members have been weighing in on the Public Education Matters podcast and on podcasts in general to help shape the future of OEA's podcast. More feedback is always welcome! Please email educationmatters@ohea.org or complete the podcast survey here.Featured Public Education Matters guests: State Rep. Dani Isaachsohn (D-24th Ohio House District)In the Statehouse, Rep. Isaacsohn is committed to fighting for a world-class public education for every student, better childcare for parents, smarter housing policy to bring down prices and increase supply, and making sure that seniors have what they need to age with dignity. He also knows that we must tackle racial and income inequality head-on in order to make lasting progress. Rep. Isaacsohn's district includes almost half of the City of Cincinnati. He is a Walnut Hills High School graduate, and received a bachelor's degree from Georgetown University, a master's degree from Cambridge University, and a J.D. from Yale Law School.State Rep. Justin Pizzulli (R-90th Ohio House District)Rep. Pizzulli's district encompasses all of Scioto and Adams Counties, as well as parts of Brown County. His priorities are protecting the sanctity of life, protecting Ohioans' second amendment rights, and promoting economic growth and prosperity. Outside of his role as State Representative, Rep. Pizzulli works as a realtor in Wheelersburg and as a Class 1 Commercial Freight Conductor in Portsmouth. He also has a packed resume of campaign and management experience. His previous experience and current careers allow him to bring a unique perspective to the table as an elected official and better represent the people of the 90th House District. Rep. Pizzulli lives in Franklin Furnace and in his free time, he is probably enjoying a movie.State Sen. William DeMora (D-25th Ohio Senate District)Sen. DeMora's passion for public service began at a young age. He grew up watching his father serve the people of his hometown, Euclid, as a city council member. DeMora took his passion for public service and civic engagement with him to The Ohio State University where he served as President for the Ohio State College Democrats and the Ohio College Democrats before graduating with honors.DeMora previously served as Executive Director of the Ohio Democratic Party and as Executive Director of the Ohio League of Conservation Voters. He has led numerous statewide and national political campaigns supporting candidates for municipal and statewide and national office, as well as for the Ohio General Assembly. DeMora has also served as Ohio Democratic Party's Convention and Delegate Director, where he has directed the Democratic National Convention's Ohio delegation for the past 8 election cycles. Senator DeMora continues to be a Senior Consultant and Parliamentarian for the Ohio Democratic Party as well as a campaign manager for several statewide and legislative candidates.He represents the 25th Senate District which encompasses areas of Franklin County, including  Grandview Heights, Marble Cliff, Minerva Park, Upper Arlington, Valleyview, and The Ohio State University, as well as parts of Columbus,  Blendon Township, Clinton Township, Franklin Township, Norwich Township, Perry Township, Plain Township, Prairie Township, and Sharon Township.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. The content of this episode was recorded at the OEA Fall RA on December 7, 2024.

A commercial poultry flock in eastern Pennsylvania has tested positive for HPAI, more commonly known as bird flu, while geese found dead in Adams County also tested positive for the virus. They are the first two cases in Pennsylvania this year. School-based health centers in Pennsylvania help people in both urban and rural areas overcome barriers to accessible healthcare. Democrats and Republicans are racing to pick a nominee to replace the late Representative Matt Gergely in the 35th state House District. Fifteen environmental justice communities in Allegheny County are now eligible to receive a combined $930,000 for climate change projects. An American extradited from France in a 2013 Gettysburg College sexual assault case has waived his right to a court hearing Adams County. Attending a county fair is good for Pennsylvania's economy, according to the results of a study, ordered by the state Department of Agriculture. Penn State has lured Tom Knowles away from Ohio State. The Nittany Lions have hired him as their defensive coordinator. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Since 1973, Texas Impact has hosted a service or celebration of public witness on the south steps of the Texas Capitol in conjunction with the opening of the Texas Legislature. This year, the Texas Legislature convened Tuesday, January 14, and so the Texas Impact crew, along with Texas faith leaders and elected representatives, gathered on the steps for a Celebration of Public Witness before the Legislature convened at noon.  The representatives were ready to get to work, and the faith leaders hopefully set a tone for a session that could celebrate justice, diversity and working together for the common good.    We decided to talk with some of the leaders from that service about their reflections and hopes and share that for our podcast today.   You can watch the full services, or highlights on Texas Impact's YouTube channel or head to txfaith.org/cpw2025 for more content from the Celebration of Public Witness 2025   Special thanks to: Representative Salman Bhojani, House District 92 Rev. Leslie Jackson, Sr. Pastor, St. Peter United Church of Christ, Houston Maha Iskandar, Baha'i Faith, Irving Rabbi Nancy Kasten, Faith Commons, Dallas Saranjeet Singh, Sikh Faith, Central Texas Abel Vega, Rio Texas Conference, United Methodist Church, San Antonio

In this final installment of our series of talks with Democratic lawmakers, coming to you on the first day of the 89th Texas Legislature, we wrap up with Rep. James Talarico of the Austin area, a Williamson County native who was first elected to represent House District 50 in 2018, and survived an attempt by Republicans to draw him out of the picture via redistricting by achieving reelection in District 52. He's a graduate of both the University of Texas and Harvard, and is currently working on a Master of Divinity at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary - Rep. Talarico has become known as a prime resource for understanding progressive ideals through the lens of Christian theology. Thanks for listening! Learn more about how you can support our important work as the session begins at https://progresstexas.org/donate.

On this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we meet new West Virginia leaders from the WV Attorney General, Secretary of State and WV U.S. House District 2, as well as discuss the cold weather.

Representative Andrea D. Romero is a daughter of New Mexico. After attending the Santa Fe Public Schools, Andrea graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Political Science and received her J.D. from the University of New Mexico School of Law. She has dedicated herself to the growth of Northern New Mexico's community, economic, and environmental vitality through her small business and volunteer service to various organizations throughout the region. In so doing, Andrea serves as a volunteer State Legislator for House District 46. Outside of work she enjoys lots of traipsing around outside and tinkering with eggs, with one patent issued on healthy probiotics eggs. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Andrea Romero's campaign site Andrea Romero on LinkedIn New Mexico State Investment Council New Mexico Climate-Solutions Focused Venture Fund Garry McBerryhill of Raven Indigenous Capital interview Ward Hendon of Dangerous Ventures interview Carlos Perea of Terra Vera interview COP 29 site Aqua Membranes site New Mexico's Baby Bonds Initiative Paul's Strategy Sessions Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Carl Tepper represents House District 84, which is entirely within Lubbock County, Texas. A father, Air Force veteran, Texas Tech graduate, and commercial real estate professional, Representative Tepper serves on the House Committees on Appropriations and Urban Affairs.

In our latest episode we sit down with returning guest and former Independence Party candidate for San Juan city council, Paul Figueroa. Paul helped run the House District 4 campaign of Adriana Gutierrez Colon, one of the closest house races of the entire election cycle. In addition to going over the latest updates from the recount/general scrutiny, Paul discusses with us his perspective on the ground both before and after Election Day and manages to bring us his trademark insight as well as a healthy dose of optimism to get us believing again for 2028. If you want to follow more of Paul and his work you can find him on social media @lapaulitica.

State Rep. Bryan Posthumus, Represents the 60th House District. He is currently the minority floor leader, but he will be the majority floor leader next term. Only citizens vote in Michigan

State Rep. Bryan Posthumus, Represents the 60th House District. He is currently the minority floor leader, but he will be the majority floor leader next term. People should have to prove citizenship in order to be able to vote