Podcasts about Legislator

Says Putnam lawmaker pressing for husband's reinstatement Putnam Sheriff Brian Hess has accused county Legislator Erin Crowley of pressuring him ahead of a disciplinary hearing for her husband, a deputy suspended since February, according to a letter obtained by Hudson Valley Digger. Kevin Osika, 43, has been suspended without pay while the Putnam Sheriff's Office conducts an internal investigation following his arrest related to a domestic incident in Mahopac. The Dutchess County District Attorney's Office, which prosecuted a criminal case against Osika on misdemeanor assault and harassment charges after the Putnam County D.A. recused himself, said the case has been resolved, but a judge sealed the results. Hess has said he plans to file an ethics complaint against Crowley, although the Putnam County Board of Ethics is inactive following a vote by the Legislature on Sept. 1 that changed who appoints its five members. The new law, which County Executive Kevin Byrne must sign or veto by Monday (Sept. 28), retains two nominations for the county executive and allots one each to the full Legislature, its chair and its minority leader. The Current last week filed a FOIL request with the county to receive a copy of the confidential letter that, according to Hudson Valley Digger, a Substack published by former Journal News reporter David McKay Wilson, the sheriff sent on Sept. 21 to Putnam's legislators. The legislative counsel denied the request on Monday (Sept. 28), writing that the memorandum contains "information concerning pending and unresolved personnel, disciplinary and ethics matters" and that "disclosure would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy." It added: "The Legislature is aware that the memorandum, or information contained in it, was previously disclosed to the press without authorization. That disclosure was not made pursuant to FOIL, was not authorized by the Legislature or other county official empowered to approve its release and does not constitute an official determination that the memorandum is publicly available." The Current has appealed the ruling to the county executive. According to the Hudson Valley Digger, the letter details how Hess says Crowley has been pressuring him because she has "a personal and household financial interest" in seeing her husband reinstated. Both Hess and Crowley, whose district includes Mahopac and Mahopac Falls in the Town of Carmel, were elected as Republicans. According to Hudson Valley Digger, the sheriff accuses Crowley, a deputy district director for Republican Rep. Mike Lawler, of seeking his assurance that Osika will keep his job as a deputy. Hess said he "could not agree to that outcome" but would consider a "non-sworn alternative." (The Sheriff's Office has other positions other than sworn deputies.) "She rejected the alternative and stated that she would seek assistance from Dan Scavino of the White House," Hess wrote, according to Hudson Valley Digger. Scavino, a deputy chief of staff in the Trump administration, is a Yorktown native who once taught at Mahopac High School. In the letter, Hess said he has encountered delays in getting spending requests approved by the Legislature's Audit and Administration Committee, which Crowley chairs. When he asked her about the delays, she said "there was no problem and that I just needed to call her and she would approve purchases for me," Hess wrote. "I did not consider that an appropriate basis for processing the Office's transactions." The sheriff also claimed, according to Hudson Valley Digger, that there have been "false rumors concerning my hiring and promotion of female employees" and a report of "plans by Osika and/or Crowley to sue the Office and 'drop a bomb' concerning an alleged 'sex scandal.' " Hess wrote that he also "received a report that Ms. Crowley contacted an associate who had assisted in my sheriff campaign and asked him to intervene with me on the disciplinary hearing." In July, accordi...

“C” is for Crafts, William (1787-1826). Legislator, writer, reformer.

In today's episode, host Ryan Coonerty talks with Georgia Rep. Omari Crawford, one of Georgia's Top 10 Most Effective Lawmakers according to Center for Effective Lawmaking. They discuss Georgia's political landscape and how Democrats can bring their message to urban, suburban, and rural communities across the state. Rep. Crawford also shares how he uses both data and firsthand knowledge to inform his policymaking and how he's able to get so much done in a Republican-controlled General Assembly. As a native of DeKalb County, Rep. Crawford shares what it has meant to him to represent the community that raised him. Tune in to hear about how his lived experiences have shaped his approach to public service. IN THIS EPISODE: [02:00] Georgia's shifting political landscape and what Democrats believe is at stake. [03:27] Uncover which messages and policies are resonating with voters. [05:18] Understand how redistricting uncertainty is shaping the party's strategy. [07:47] Discover how Georgia Democrats tailor campaign support across communities. [09:30] Find out what led Representative Crawford from law into public service. [12:39] Learn how his evidence-based messaging shaped his first campaign. [15:10] Explore how his experience advising local government helped his career transition.  [17:22] Hear about the healthcare, justice, and other initiatives behind his legislative record. [21:37] He shares practical advice for developing sickle cell legislation in other states. [25:00] The story behind 'Miles for Mom' and his mission to run a half marathon in 50 states. [29:10] Representative Crawford's answer for what Democrats need to do to win: vote. LEARN MORE: newdealleaders.org  

tenggelam di perairan Laut Jawa, hingga kini lebih dari 100 orang masih dalam pencarian. Operasi pencarian pun terus dilakukan dengan mengerahkan kekuatan di laut dan udara. Legislator komisi V meminta seluruh operasional kapal penumpang dimoratorium atau ditunda buntut insiden kecelakaan KMP Virgo Transport 8. Moratorium dilakukan sampai adanya kepastian kapal-kapal mana yang laik dan yang tidak laik beroperasi. Kementerian Perhubungan juga diharapkan agar melakukan evaluasi menyeluruh dalam pemberian izin kepada seluruh kapal. Apa evaluasi yang bisa dilakukan sekaligus hak atas keamanan dan keselamatan dalam menggunakan jasa transportasi laut?Simak Wawancara Kepala Badan Perlindungan Konsumen Nasional Republik Indonesia Prof. Dr. Mufti Mubarok, S.H., S.Sos., M.Si.

Send us Fan MailRep. Beryl Brown Piccolantonio knows school advocacy from both sides.Before representing Ohio's 4th House District, she spent eight years on the Gahanna-Jefferson City Schools Board of Education. She joins OSBA's Malania Birney to talk about what she learned as a board member, how that experience shapes her work in the Ohio House and what school board members should know when working with state lawmakers.The conversation covers legislative committees, testimony, building relationships with lawmakers and why firsthand experiences from local school districts can make a difference. They also look ahead to the lame-duck session and the next state operating budget.For more resources, training and advocacy updates from the Ohio School Boards Association, visit ohioschoolboards.org.

In July Puma Shen (沈伯洋) who's currently a Legislator in Taiwan's Legislative Yuan came to the U.S. for an eight-day trip. Puma is an Associate Professor at National Taipei University's Graduate School of Criminology, Co-Founder of Doublethink Lab, Co-Founder of Kuma Academy, and this year's Taipei City mayoral candidate for Democratic Progressive Party.   Related Links: https://talkingtaiwan.com/meet-puma-shen-%e6%b2%88%e4%bc%af%e6%b4%8b-the-democratic-progressive-party-legislator-running-for-taipei-mayor-ep-360/   It's been nearly 30 years since Taipei has elected a DPP mayor and Puma most definitely has an uphill battle because Taipei voters usually vote for politicians from the Chinese Nationalist Kuomintang. According to a poll released by Taiwan Brain Trust in May, the incumbent Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an (蔣萬安) led DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen (沈伯洋) by more than 20 points.   Puma gave a talk when he was in New York on July 24th and many people showed up to hear him speak. We were at his talk and wanted to share some translated highlights from it. We recorded Puma's entire talk on July 24th and it's on Talking Taiwan's YouTube channel if you'd like to watch it. Incredibly the video now has over 60,000 views!   More exciting news for us…   I've been following Puma's career since he founded Doublethink Lab in 2019, so I was excited to finally have a chance to sit down with him for an interview just 2 days after he officially registered as the DPP candidate for Taipei Mayor. We will share a short clip from the interview at the end this episode before we release the entire interview soon.   Related Links: https://talkingtaiwan.com/meet-puma-shen-%e6%b2%88%e4%bc%af%e6%b4%8b-the-democratic-progressive-party-legislator-running-for-taipei-mayor-ep-360/  

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Editor David Horovitz joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. Ruling out a nuclear option, US President Donald Trump on Monday vowed a response to Iran’s overnight strikes on US forces in Jordan, as tensions again ramped up between the sides after a monthlong lull in fighting. Horovitz brings us up to speed with what is happening -- and not -- with the war right now. Some 2.6 million students and preschoolers returned to school Tuesday morning at some 28,000 institutions around the country, as Israel marked the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year. Horovitz delves into some of the challenges the system faces and how critical it is to overhaul it. Ra’am party head Mansour Abbas and Yoav Segalovitz — a Jewish, Zionist former police official, lawmaker and deputy minister — announced Monday evening that Segalovitz will run with Ra’am, an Arab party, in the October 27 election. We hear about the reasons for the merger as well as its immediate blowback. Sara Netanyahu, wife of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, insinuated without evidence in an interview aired Monday that left-wing politician Yair Golan had advance notice of the Hamas-led October 7, 2023, onslaught. Of course, this drew a furious response from Golan's Democrats Party, but could the Israeli public believe this conspiracy theory? Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: Trump vows response to Iranian strike on US troops in Jordan as tensions ratchet up ‘What a stupid question’: Trump rules out idea of nuking Iran amid renewed tensions 2.6 million students return to school amid teacher shortages, systemic challenges In unprecedented move, Abbas and Segalovitz announce joint run, bringing Jewish lawmaker to Arab party’s slate Full speech: Yoav Segalovitz joins Arab party Ra’am with hopes for ‘a shared future’ Breaking silence, Netanyahu decries ‘criminal violence’ after settlers again raid besieged village Sara Netanyahu pushes conspiracy theory that left-wing leader Golan had advance knowledge of Oct. 7 Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by Yitzchak Ledee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican lawmaker Lindsay Lorigo says County Executive Mark Poloncarz "overstepped his authority" in putting an end to the DHS job fair that had been scheduled for Buffalo next week.

Erie County Legislator Lindsay Lorigo on a canceled DHS job fair at Buffalo Convention Center full 203 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:14:05 +0000 dZQSIyzmh8BkkhYdkbURUqpl2wZcwqaC news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Erie County Legislator Lindsay Lorigo on a canceled DHS job fair at Buffalo Convention Center Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News h

Sejumlah Legislator desak pemerintah tetapkan status Karhutla di Kalimantan dan Sumatera sebagai bencana nasional, sudah tepatkah?Narasumber: Pkl 23.00 ::: Pakar Gambut/Guru Besar dari Fakultas Pertanian Universitas Gadjah Mada UGM, Prof Dr Azwar Maas, Pkl 24.00 ::: Juru Kampanye Hutan (Forest Campaigner) / Team Leader Litigasi Iklim di Greenpeace Southeast Asia, Asep Komarudin,

EC Legislator Lindsay Lorigo on radiation testing in the Southtowns full 235 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:51:00 +0000 TdzcObHDrxfCiOCyG9TwQ5PMtM8oMoDp news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news EC Legislator Lindsay Lorigo on radiation testing in the Southtowns Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News https://player.amperwavepod

EC Legislator Frank Todaro on radiation testing in the Southtowns full 300 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:53:00 +0000 yvXQvNAhOxHIaUFCsj2rD2hzPbOgpNfN news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news EC Legislator Frank Todaro on radiation testing in the Southtowns Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News https://player.amperwavepodca

“S” is for Spencer, James Alexander (1850-1911). Legislator, educator.

“S” is for Spence, Floyd Davidson (1928-2001). Legislator, congressman.

Bishop Davidson, Missouri Legislator on Income Tax | 7-28-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erie County Legislator Jeanne Vinal joins the show to discuss her run for Chair of the Erie County Democratic Committee

Sean Smith, Jackson County Legislator on Tax Credits | 7-7-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This November Arizona voters will get to decide if Arizona school districts should be required to spend 60% of their budgets on classroom instruction. We talked to a supporter of the bill, Arizona house member Matt Gress about why HCR2007 is necessary.

June 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson get an update on the Strait of Hormuz; find out more about the controversy surrounding e-bikes; head from a Legislator who'd like hospitals to be more affordable and finish the show celebrating Buddy's Pizza's 80th Anniversary. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

EC Legislator Frank Todaro on Buffalo deal full 160 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:02:37 +0000 Mx8tHwVb0cloBZ8A5Zp2qfu4mJRdxxJQ news WBEN Extras news EC Legislator Frank Todaro on Buffalo deal Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=htt

Bill McIntyre talks with Nassau County Legislator Olena Nicks, representing District 5 that covers West Hempstead and surrounding areas, about Juneteenth not being recognized as a holiday in Nassau County.  They also speak about interest or investment income earned on opioid settlement money remaining parked in the settlement fund, legalizing Class 1 and 2 e-bikes and electric scooters, and other community events happening in her district.

“B” is for Broughton, Thomas (d. 1737). Legislator, lieutenant governor.

I'm a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives — and I knew about this fraud before the report came out, because I talked to the people who lived it.Today the House Oversight Committee released a 205-page report putting the scale of Minnesota's Medicaid fraud at up to $9 billion since 2018. The headline is that Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison were warned as early as 2019 and failed to act. That part is true. But there's a part of this story I have firsthand experience with — and it's the part four minutes of cable news won't have room for.During my Somali community outreach for the Republican Party, I met people who saw this grift up close. They wanted it exposed. But they were afraid — of the providers, of their own community, and most of all of the administration. One man told me he feared for his life. They wouldn't go to authorities connected to the Walz administration, because they believed it would make them a target. That's why this had to go federal.This is the whole mechanism — how $9 billion walked out the door over six years while the people who tried to stop it got punished for trying. And why the real lesson isn't "the other team is corrupt." It's structural. And it doesn't have a party.Discussed tonight on Fox News with Will Cain — full breakdown here.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 The $9 billion report01:18 What the report actually proves03:02 What I saw: my Somali community outreach06:55 The uncomfortable truth (this isn't partisan)https://x.com/WalterHudson⬇️ Watch, think critically, and decide for yourself.

Kristey Williams, Kansas Legislator, On Kansas Schools Lawsuit For Special Education Funding | 5-21-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Holman welcomes Ryan Hundt, CEO, Michigan Works Association, Lansing, MI. Ryan Hundt, CEO of the Michigan Works Association, joined Michigan Business Beat to discuss the organization's annual Impact Awards, held at Heritage Hall in Lansing, which celebrate standout success stories from across the Michigan Works network in all 83 counties. The event honored 16 winners — including businesses, job seekers, and community partners — and featured support from notable figures such as Senator Gary Peters, named the 2023 Legislator of the Year. Highlighted stories included Michigan Works West Central funding road patrol and paramedic training to bolster local public safety staffing, and West Michigan Works helping an individual named Shalondria Jackson overcome transportation and certification barriers to advance her healthcare career. Capital Area Michigan Works was also recognized for helping a refugee from Afghanistan — who had suffered significant personal tragedy — connect with the resources and employment support needed to rebuild his professional life in the U.S. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

On this episode of Inside Olympia:  Host Austin Jenkins sits down with Former Executive Editor at The Seattle Times and current president of the WA Coalition for Open Government 

Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Betty Boyd became known as the “Queen of Tulsa TV” after a career in broadcasting that lasted over twenty-five years. This self-described “wall flower” blossomed as a mother, a volunteer spokesperson for the March of Dimes, a respected broadcaster, a member of the board of education and an Oklahoma state legislator.When both her husband, Bill Boyd Jr., and her daughter, Beverly, contracted polio in the late 1940s, Betty became a volunteer spokesperson for the March of Dimes. Based on her charm and speaking abilities she was asked by KOTV in Tulsa to audition for the station and was hired in 1955. She became the host of Women's Page and Boyd's Eye View, focusing on social issues of the times. Ten years later she joined KTUL to launch another popular television program, The Betty Boyd Show.Betty left KTUL in 1980 to become director of information for Tulsa Tech and later became a member of their board, serving as chairman at the time of her death. She was asked to seek office in the Oklahoma State Legislature, and served the public for ten years. Among her many legislative achievements was co-writing the bill that created Oklahoma State University-Tulsa. A breast cancer survivor, she also focused on health issues.Betty Boyd was recognized for her service and dedication with numerous honors, including lifetime achievement awards from both Women in Communications and American Women in Radio and Television. She was inducted into the Oklahoma Women's Hall of Fame in 1996. Betty Boyd was 86 years old when she died on January 6, 2011.

With all of the challenges facing the agricultural industry, it's never been more important that our legislators understand what is actually happening out there.

EC Legislator Lawrence Dupre on 5/14 Memorial full 322 Wed, 13 May 2026 08:15:00 +0000 TmuvCGMmlR70F1H88NASmOiqcquejpDR news WBEN Extras news EC Legislator Lawrence Dupre on 5/14 Memorial Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-lin

Aaron Thomas, candidate for state House District 10, joins Will to discuss why he, a Christian, a father, and a small business owner, decided to run.

Erie County Legislator Lindsay Lorigo on the county's surplus full 262 Thu, 07 May 2026 07:56:00 +0000 xjC7Xaqq2gR7P4rRBQy5A86zB4aX7Wv8 news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Erie County Legislator Lindsay Lorigo on the county's surplus Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False https://player.amperwavepodcast

Chris Holman welcomes back Glenn Stevens, Jr., Executive Director of MichAuto and the Chief Automotive and Innovation Officer at the Detroit Regional Chamber, Detroit, MI. Welcome back, Glenn. A popular day in your annual cycle was earlier this week, recap how Automobility Day at the Capitol went? What are the top priorities emerging from the Automobility Policy Roadmap that business leaders should be preparing for now? How can Michigan's automotive companies better align with state policymakers to stay competitive during this election cycle? What specific policy changes would have the greatest immediate impact on growth and investment in Michigan's mobility sector? How are industry leaders balancing innovation—like EVs and mobility tech—with current economic and regulatory pressures? What does being named Legislator of the Year signal to businesses about the state's future direction on automotive policy? (and who got that honor this year)? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ On April 21, MichAuto hosted its annual Automobility Day at the Capitol, gathering over twenty MichAuto investor companies in Lansing to meet with legislators and connect Michigan's signature industry with policymakers. Throughout the day, conversations centered on the rapid technological change in the industry, fluctuating trade policies, uncertainty around EV adoption and infrastructure, the debate over data center proliferation in the state, and a growing skills gap in the workforce. Against this backdrop, discussions highlighted the urgency of MichAuto's Automobility Policy Roadmap to keep Michigan at the forefront of automotive and mobility innovation. The conversations reinforced a shared responsibility among MichAuto, its investors, and policymakers to collaborate on policy solutions and guide the roadmap's execution over the next decade. Share your input to inform the Policy Roadmap. 2026 Automobility Day at the Capitol 2026 Legislator of the Year MichAuto also honored Sen. John Damoose (R-Harbor Springs) as its 2026 Legislator of the Year, which recognizes a state representative or senator who has made significant contributions to policy that has benefited Michigan's signature industry, while seeking bipartisan consensus. As someone who grew up in the automotive industry and whose father worked at Ford Motor Company, Damoose appreciated every second he got to hear about his dad's day at work, which ultimately laid the foundation for where he is today. Featured Web (18) Reflecting on the Michigan Senate's approval of a $3.5 billion Ford investment to build a battery plant in Marshall, Damoose said, “There is no way in the world I was going to vote against this. This is our industry. This is a quintessential American industry, but it's a quintessential Michigan industry.” He added that supporting this initiative honored his father's legacy at Ford and the industry that shaped Michigan. Key Priorities Discussed Michigan must diversify by building on its core automotive strength, not by turning its back on the industry it created. Michigan needs a long‑term, bipartisan economic development strategy, supported by transparent, reliable, and accessible incentives for startups, suppliers, OEMs, and beyond, providing certainty across political cycles. Dense proximity between OEMs and suppliers is a strategic advantage, reducing risk and cost while accelerating innovation and reinforcing the resilience of Michigan's automotive ecosystem. A strong business climate should benefit the entire economy, and companies must view investment through this lens, not solely individual bottom lines.

Two legislators appeared in front of an ethics committee today after they were stopped for drinking and driving. DWI is wrong, full stop. But some of the rhetoric at the capitol makes it sound like even having a drink with lunch is dead wrong. Jason thinks that's crazy and talks with listeners.

EC Legislator Lawrence Dupre on biometrics full 354 Fri, 01 May 2026 08:15:00 +0000 2Jx73W8pFofJ1qzSzMNjo8Cnd3fCRHAv news WBEN Extras news EC Legislator Lawrence Dupre on biometrics Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=h

Legislator Lindsay Lorigo on a bill to ban businesses from using biometrics in Erie County full 234 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:34:36 +0000 laqd9huWldPWz2esUUGYIFU9Bq5qgvZW news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Legislator Lindsay Lorigo on a bill to ban businesses from using biometrics in Erie County Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False ht

Legislator Lawrence Dupre introduces a bill to ban all biometric use by businesses in Erie County full 216 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:35:00 +0000 gyc0GH6mumyf4LErADh3mIQFvXdAbSd8 news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Legislator Lawrence Dupre introduces a bill to ban all biometric use by businesses in Erie County Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False

Westchester Talk Radio host Bob Marrone spoke with Westchester County Legislator Terry Clements, who discussed the legislative support that fueled the YMCA's recent growth. Legiltor Clements, a former talent manager in the entertainment industry, recalls early strategy meetings with County Executive George Latimer to fund nonprofit partners that had suffered from budget deficits. She highlights the Y's critical role as a remote learning center for essential workers during the pandemic and expresses excitement about future green space projects in New Rochelle, such as the $16 millionLINC project.

Morrie Lanning, Legislator, Mayor and Educator, joins Amy Iler and Jack Sunday (sitting in for JJ Gordon) to talk about his career, accomplishments and working across the aisle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Interview with Senator Phil Gramm, Economist, Legislator, and Author From the classroom to the halls of Congress, to international banking, and the public square, few Americans have made a more sustained and consequential case for economic freedom than our guest on this episode of Voices of Freedom. Senator Phil Gramm taught economics at Texas A&M University for twelve years before serving in the United States Congress for more than two decades — first as a Representative from Texas, then as United States Senator. His legislative record includes the Gramm-Latta Budget, which reduced federal spending and paved the way for the Reagan tax cut; the Gramm-Rudman Act, which placed the first binding constraints on federal spending; and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, which modernized the nation's banking, insurance, and securities laws. He is currently a visiting scholar at the American Enterprise Institute and the author of The Myth of American Inequality and The Triumph of Economic Freedom. Senator Gramm is a 2026 Bradley Prize winner. Topics Discussed on this Episode: Senator Gramm's path from the classroom to Congress The legislative legacy of the Gramm-Latta Budget, Gramm-Rudman Act, and Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act Whether Congress can recover a commitment to fiscal discipline How the country arrived at today's polarization over free enterprise and markets The case for economic freedom and what's at stake for the next generation

China's top legislator Zhao Leji emphasized Asia's deep commitment to peace and the importance of respecting all countries' sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Williamston accountant and minister Patricia Smith pulled off an upset in this month's primary over a six-term incumbent known for crossing party lines.Rep. Shelly Willingham, D-Edgecombe, was one of three moderate Democrats who helped give House Republicans what they call a “working supermajority” and lost their primaries. Willingham had survived previous attempts to unseat him in a primary, and while Stein endorsed a challenger to Rep. Carla Cunningham in Charlotte, he didn't make any endorsements in the race to represent Edgecombe, Martin and Bertie counties. WUNC News' Colin Campbell spoke with Smith about her campaign, her concerns with Willingham's voting record, and some tense moments at the polls.

Frank Todaro, member of the Erie County Legislature joins the show to discuss the promise of Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz to veto any bill that comes across his desk that proposes youth hunting in Erie County.

Erie County Legislator Frank Todaro joined Tom Bauerle today to speak about legislation that could allow kids as young as twelve to go hunting.

Chad discusses the harassment and threats Minnesota House Speaker and gubernatorial candidate Lisa Demuth and another legislator received from a woman in Hugo, calling them sad, vile dangerous.

Sean Smith, Former Jackson County Legislator Running For Congress in Missouri | 2-20-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Joe Nguyen, a seemingly unusual pick to head the Seattle Chamber of Commerce. A former Bernie Sanders delegate and former progressive state lawmaker who championed policies like the capital gains tax and famously eschewed corporate PAC money, Nguyen is now leading the fiscally conservative Chamber through a period of change as it tries to navigate Seattle's progressive electorate while fostering a thriving business environment.This is a preview of a members only episode. Sign up to support the podcast and unlock your members only feed at patreon.com/seattlenice. Our editor is Quinn Waller. Help Quinn rebuild after a fireEditor's note: During this interview, Erica said the Chamber has supported moving oversight of some parts of the homelessness system to the city's Human Services Department. The Chamber has not taken a position on this issue. Send us a text! Note that we can only respond directly to emails realseattlenice@gmail.comSupport the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice.

Professor and social worker Steffanie Altenbern joins Brian on an expedition through the “maze” of healthcare in the United States, a system they argue has become too complicated for the average person to navigate without help. Join us as we explore the reasons why, the impact on patients and providers, and some practical steps we can take to get the care we need. Steffanie Altenbern is a social worker in Portland, OR and teaches at George Fox University: https://www.georgefox.edu/socialwork/faculty/altenbern.htmlDr. Brian Doak is an Old Testament scholar and professor: https://www.georgefox.edu/academics/undergrad/departments/religion/faculty/doak.htmlStand up comedy bit on American healthcare: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIclMKPyTuS “Uncompensated care crisis”: https://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/issue-briefs/2025/oct/expiring-premium-tax-credits-lead-340000-jobs-lost-2026https://www.kff.org/medicaid/medicaid-what-to-watch-in-2026/“Healthcare anxiety”:https://www.kff.org/public-opinion/kff-health-tracking-poll-health-care-costs-expiring-aca-tax-credits-and-the-2026-midterms/“Rural Care Deserts”:https://www.aha.org/environmentalscan“Alorithm Bias”:https://naacp.org/resources/building-healthier-future-designing-ai-health-equityhttps://dhinsights.org/news/naacp-releases-blueprint-to-tackle-bias-in-healthcare-aiIf you enjoy listening to the George Fox Talks podcast and would like to watch, too, check out our channel on YouTube! We also have a web page that features all of our podcasts, a sign-up for our weekly email update, and publications from the George Fox University community.

Send a textRep. Pam Altendorf, a Republican who represents the Red Wing area and is vice chair of the Minnesota House Elections Committee, spoke with Liz Collin on her podcast about her concerns with election integrity in the state. While three counties provided partial data, Hennepin County provided her with full voter rolls. Having reviewed the data with her team, Rep. Altendorf shared some of their findings and her growing concerns about voter roll data and election integrity in Minnesota.Support the show

Today, I pass on my answer to a great question asked by a Christian state legislator who listened to last week’s podcast about working to restore God’s “ordered liberty”: If we are to do that, how should we have argued for the bill not allowing men to compete in women’s sports? Equally important is what can we learn about ourselves by thinking through the two different approaches?

Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell weren't surprised to learn last week that former South Carolina Rep. RJ May has asked to be his own lawyer. May — who faces 10 federal charges of distributing child sexual abuse materials — is that kind of guy. Just ask his father, whose post-arrest advice to May was “Humility, Robert John. You've got to have humility in all this.”  But is RJ May truly representing himself? Or is he getting behind-the-scenes help from friends?  On today's episode, Mandy and Liz share RJ May's texts and phone calls from Edgefield County Detention Center, and piece together why they think RJ fired his public defense team in favor of his own skills … as a non-lawyer.  Are the same people who stood by RJ after the raid on his house still standing by him now? PLUS!!!  Inspired by shocking actual events... Murdaugh: Death in the Family Premieres October 15th on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+!!! And We Are HERE FOR IT! You thought you knew the story. Now, step inside the family. Murdaugh Murders Podcast and True Sunlight creator Mandy Matney is an Executive Producer for this eight-episode Hulu limited series—honoring victims while unfolding the emotional truth behind the headlines. We're sharing the new trailer for Hulu's Murdaugh: Death in the Family at the top of the episode!!