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With early voting July 17-August 1, the political landscape is in full motion. Editor-In-Chief for Tennessee Lookout Holly McCall and host Ben Hall go over the candidates you will vote for in the Primary Election. The two cover Republican and Democratic candidates for Tennessee Governor and various U.S. Congressional district races. McCall says after the Republican super majority created new districts, politics in Tennessee is center stage, "There's been a lot of conversation about the fact that there have been no debates or forums. And quite frankly, it's been many years since that we saw like a head to head debate between candidates, but as least a forum where the candidates can answer questions and talk about issues. " McCall sees a pattern, "Over the last decade, we've seen an unwillingness with Republican candidates or elected officials to engage with Democrats, in part because they feel like in a super red state they don't have to, but it is unusual that we're not seeing a forum between these three Republicans. And that lies largely, almost entirely, I would say with US Senator Marsha Blackburn, who has failed to respond. I'm on the board of the Tennessee Press Association. We asked her to participate in a forum. She didn't respond." NewsChannel 5 also asked Blackburn to participate in a forum with John Rose and Monty Fritts. She declined. Watch full shows Fridays 7pm on The Spot 28: over the air channel 28 or Comcast 1028. Stream it live on newschannel5.com/live3, or through NewsChannel 5 Now app through Roku, AppleTV, AndroidTV, etc.Available Fridays at 7:30pm Central Time at:https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Opdycke — founder and president of Open Primaries, one of the leading organizations pushing to end closed partisan primaries — joins the Chuck Toddcast to make the case that the exclusion of independent voters is one of the great overlooked scandals of American democracy. Opdycke walks through the byzantine patchwork of voter and party registration rules that vary wildly by state, explains why so many independents sit out partisan primaries entirely, and argues that after 30 years of closed primaries the cumulative effect has been a system where the parties function as both the umpires and the players — a structure that simply doesn't work. He makes the bipartisan argument that tax dollars shouldn't fund the private nominating contests of what are essentially private organizations, and is pointedly critical of Democrats for actively fighting open primary initiatives.He notes that policies with 80% public support routinely fail to pass because voters don't actually have a meaningful say. The conversation turns tactical and forward-looking, with Opdycke offering a sober assessment of the broader reform landscape and its persistent failures. He argues the ranked-choice voting movement has made serious tactical errors, that the party in power always fights ranked choice voting, and that the modern reform and independent movement suffers from a fundamental lack of a compelling public face — as well as from philanthropic funders who attach outcome expectations that distort the work. Opdycke is candid that third parties fare poorly in nearly every electoral system, that Ross Perot's Reform Party is now essentially a shell, and that the American people still don't trust the reform movement — but he sees real opportunity in specific fights, particularly mobilizing Florida's independents to change the law and pursuing top-two systems that would genuinely open the door to competition. He notes the striking statistic that 10,000 people per week are changing their voter registration, laments the general lack of curiosity (and polling) about who swing voters actually are, and argues there's meaningful left-right overlap among libertarians that reformers could tap. They explore whether the redistricting wars could create a backlash against the two-party system, why there are only about 25 competitive House districts left, and why several states are now actually moving back toward closed primaries. They close with a clear-eyed take on 2028: the reform movement needs a credible presidential candidate, and with 2028 shaping up to be a wild and unpredictable year, the opening for that kind of disruption may be wider than it's been in decades. Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to https://Quince.com/chuck for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Link in bio or go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 John Opdycke joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:45 Voter & party registration rules vary greatly by state 03:00 Why do so many independents sit out partisan primaries? 05:30 NYC Democratic party actively fought open primary initiative 07:00 There have been cumulative effects of 30 years of closed primaries 08:15 Voter apathy across the board for voting in primaries 09:00 Independents showing strong support for Open Primaries 10:45 Parties have every right to choose their candidates 11:15 Parties now are both the umpires and the players, it doesn’t work 13:00 There’s bipartisan arguments for not using tax dollars for private orgs 14:15 Why are Democrats fighting against open primaries? 16:15 Ross Perot’s Reform Party is basically a shell at this point 19:00 Independent voters are incorrectly understood as in the middle 19:30 Independents are moderate in temperament, not ideology 21:15 Politics post-Clinton/Gingrich designed to keep independents down 22:15 The modern reform/independent movement lacks a face 23:15 Philanthropic funders come with expectations of outcomes 24:15 Ranked choice voting movement has made serious tactical errors 26:30 Party in power always fights ranked choice voting 28:00 Exclusion of independent voters is a Jim Crow level violation of rights 28:30 Policies with 80% support don’t pass, voters don’t have a say 30:00 Third parties don’t do well in almost any electoral system 31:15 Swing voters are ignored until October 31:45 Which states offer best opportunities for a third party? 32:30 Independents require the Democrat to drop out in senate races 36:00 Could the redistricting wars create backlash to the two party system? 36:45 There’s only 25 competitive house district 37:30 Leaders in several states now looking to go back to closed primaries 38:45 The American people don’t trust the Reform movement 40:45 Mobilizing independents in Florida to change the law 43:15 There’s left-right overlap amongst the libertarians 44:45 There’s a lack of curiosity about independent/swing voters 46:45 10,000 people per week change their voter registration 47:30 We need a flood of polling and research about independent voters 48:45 What does success look like for Open Primaries this year? 51:45 A top two system would open up the door to competition 53:15 There are fewer “generic” candidates, much more variance 55:45 The Reform movement needs a presidential candidate in ‘28 59:30 Perot had to scare both parties to get them to make reforms 1:01:00 Have to creative in ‘28, it will be a wild year in politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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When Tennessee Republicans redrew the state’s congressional maps this past May at the request of President Trump to secure additional seats, critics warned the changes could trigger voter confusion like the fallout from the 2022 gerrymandering effort. During that election cycle, some voters received incorrect ballots or cast votes in the wrong congressional district. But Davidson County election officials say they have taken extra steps to prevent those issues from happening again. Administrator of Elections for the Metro Nashville-Davidson County Election Commission, John D. Richardson, says advances in technology and a detailed verification process have helped ensure voters are assigned to the correct districts. "This time around, we actually created a plan very intentionally going through the map and making sure that each and every voter was geo-marked and then making sure they were in our database. And then going through a six-step process to make sure that those three congressional districts, the 4th, 6th and 7th, are properly mapped in Nashville so that every voter has a home, so they know exactly where to vote on election day. " Last month, the Davidson County Election Commission mailed new canary-yellow voter registration cards to residents, identifying their correct Election Day voting locations. Watch full shows Fridays 7pm on The Spot 28: over the air channel 28 or Comcast 1028. Stream it live on newschannel5.com/live3, or through NewsChannel 5 Now app through Roku, AppleTV, AndroidTV, etc.Available Fridays at 7:30pm Central Time at:https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics This story was reported by a journalist and has been converted to this platform with the assistance of AI. Our editorial team verifies all reporting on all platforms for fairness and accuracy.Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe talks about the fight against fraud, who's opposing it, and the most glaring contrast in today's politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we celebrate the 4th of July, we are celebrating the idea of our country- The one encapsulating sentence in the Declaration of Independence. "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." These words are the building blocks of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Director of the Free Speech Center at MTSU Ken Paulson says, "Think about this, a nation that said to its people, you can say whatever you want, you can pray freely, you can write whatever you want, and other things." But today Paulson says we are not the perfect union first generation Americans strived for. "Our nation is not in a harmonious place right now, but if we embrace true liberty, true listening, true free speech, if we embrace these principles for real without the hypocrisy that is so common, we get fixed." Paulson says today's use and view of Free Speech has become "Free speech for me, but not for thee." He says , "the documents are still there, we just forgot how to use it. " Watch full shows Fridays 7pm on The Spot 28: over the air channel 28 or Comcast 1028. Stream it live on newschannel5.com/live3, or through NewsChannel 5 Now app through Roku, AppleTV, AndroidTV, etc.Available Fridays at 7:30pm Central Time at:https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4th Fest this weekend. Pissing off the left, Navy meets recruiting goals EARLY. Today’s Popcorn Moment: Ro Khanna embracing the Communist - Nazis in his party. Today on the Marketplace: Mtn Dew Baja Deep Dive. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson slammed for not sharing his politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TN State Democratic Chair Rachel Campbell presents Democratic candidates in the Aug. 6, 2027 primary election saying all their platforms address real TN problems, not mean-spirited rhetoric. Five Democratic Candidates are running to be Tennessee's governor. Campbell presents a brief introduction to Carnita Atwater from Memphis, Tim Cyr from Gallatin, Jerri Green from Memphis, Adam "Ditch" Kurtz from Nashville, and Kevin Lee McCants from Murfreesboro. Campbell says, "We see rising gas prices, energy prices, unaffordable housing everywhere. The cost of education is too high. People can't afford to put their kids in daycare anymore. The Republicans aren't trying to solve these problems. They are trying to solve made-up problems to stay in the culture war. We are doing the real work trying to make it more affordable to live in Tennessee and elect candidates that believe in human rights, believe in affordability, and believe all our neighbors deserve a fair shot. The next generation deserves more than what they are getting." NewsChannel 5+ programs can be seen on Comcast/Xfinity Ch 1028 and over the air on Ch. 28. Inside Politics also streams live Fridays at 7pm and on our website: https://www.newschannel5.com/live3 as well as the NewsChannel 5 Now app on Connected TVs through Roku, AppleTV, AndroidTV, etc. You can view episodes of Inside Politics on https://www.newschannel5.com/plusSupport the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with comedian, commentator, and Heritage Media Fellow Tim Young for a candid and hilarious conversation about media, politics, stand-up comedy, and staying authentic in an increasingly polarized world. Tim shares his unconventional path from Capitol Hill and law school to becoming one of the most recognizable conservative voices online. He discusses building the "Tim Runs His Mouth" brand, navigating today's media landscape, the challenges facing conservative comedy, and why humor remains one of the most powerful tools in politics. The conversation also explores President Trump's unique ability to connect through humor, the evolution of conservative media, lessons learned from years in public life, and why Tim believes most Americans would be happier if they spent less time obsessing over politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democratic candidate for Congressional District 5, Chaz Molder, is determined to keep his promise to defeat Andy Ogles in November. Molder, the current mayor of Columbia, remains committed to the race despite a recent redistricting that sliced around his home and removed him from the district. As a former coach, Molder says he wants to lead by example: "Certainly I was disappointed, certainly it's created some additional challenges that were not present to begin with, but my 3 kids watch every move I make and I wasn't about to give up on this race because I want them to know their dad is not a quitter."Born and raised in Columbia, Tennessee, Molder attended the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and earned his law degree from the University of Memphis in Memphis. He says his focus will always be on putting Tennesseans first: "I love this state and no matter what the maps may be, we're gonna be a champion for everyone in the district."Traveling across the state — from Memphis through the western border counties, up to the northern border, and deep into Middle Tennessee — Molder says he hears the people’s needs and their frustration with Andy Ogles loud and clear." Andy Oogles has betrayed us. He has not done what he said he would do. He spends more time on social media than he does helping the people back home. He's more concerned about making national headlines for the wrong reasons instead of local headlines for the right reasons. It's a serious time and we need serious people around the table for serious conversations. "Molder doesn’t hold back on his assessment of his opponent: "Tennessee is known for sending statesmen to D.C., Andy Oogles a statesman he is not!" NewsChannel 5+ can be seen on Comcast/Xfinity Ch. 250, Spectrum/Charter Ch. 182 and over the air on Ch. 5.2. Inside Politics also streams live Fridays at 7pm and Saturdays at 3pm on our website: https://www.newschannel5.com/live3 as well as the NewsChannel 5 Now app on Connected TVs through Roku, AppleTV, AndroidTV, etc. This episode will air throughout the weekend on NewsChannel 5+ Sat. at 5:30am, 3pm, Sun. at 1am, 9am, 7pm, Mon. at 2:30pm and Tues., 3pm unless pre-empted and will be posted at: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GBOWR for pulling a truck with your neck. Trump releases UFO files. Redistricting in Tennessee. Steadman's Lil Sports Corner. Rory O'Neill on how Americans are losing friends over politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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John and Barbara Stone talk politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An afternoon tea with a sharp‑tongued English neighbor sparks reflections on authenticity, aging, and humor. Michael honors HPD retirees, shares unforgettable family stories, and weighs in on local politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Former U.S. Senator Jack Danforth joins the Chuck ToddCast for a candid and sweeping conversation about the crisis inside the Republican Party and the decay of American politics. Danforth explains why he’s devoted his later years to trying to rehabilitate the GOP—even as he admits the effort may be futile—and argues that Congress has devolved into a stage for self-promotion rather than a forum for legislating. He and Chuck explore how weak parties coexist with fierce partisan loyalty, how smartphones and grievance politics have poisoned public discourse, and why the joy has drained from public service. Danforth reflects on the GOP’s transformation from the “family party” into one defined by division, how Christians have been pushed into a persecution mindset, and why Trump has inflicted deeper damage on the country than any single figure in U.S. history. The conversation turns to the future: whether leaders like James Lankford can spark a moral revival within the GOP, what true conservatism should stand for after being hollowed out by MAGA, and why Republican voters deserve a candidate who actually reflects traditional conservative principles. Danforth and Chuck also dig into constitutional reform, the filibuster, the politicization of the judiciary, and Congress’s abdication on major issues like Social Security and Medicare. Ultimately, Danforth makes the case that America must rediscover kindness, character, and a sense of shared identity if it hopes to govern itself the way the founders intended. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. 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Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Senator Jack Danforth joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:30 Why he’s focused on rehabilitating the Republican party 02:15 We need to restore the role of congress 03:15 Congress has become about self-promotion over legislating 04:30 The parties are weak, but partisan loyalty is strong 05:45 What could moderate both parties? 07:45 Rehabilitating the Republican party might be futile 10:00 Politics has become incredibly ugly, aggrieved and bitter 11:00 The joy has left politics 11:30 Republicans were the “family party”, now has ICE breaking them up 12:45 Christians have been whipped up into a persecution complex 14:15 The country hoped Joe Biden would serve as a healer 15:45 Smartphones have warped political discourse (AUDIO ISSUE) 16:30 There has to be a focus on “who we are as a people” 17:00 Trump has caused more damage to U.S. than any other person 18:15 James Lankford could be a leader in moral revival of GOP 20:30 We need to show kindness to people on the other side of the aisle 21:15 We as a people, are not like Donald Trump 22:45 Trump’s governance and style are not conservative 23:15 Conservatism has lost all meaning in the era of MAGA 25:30 Republican voters need to be offered a truly conservative candidate 26:45 The GOP is now a “strong government” party, not “small government” 27:30 “Our Republican Legacy” is trying to restore traditional GOP 29:00 Does the Republican party stand for anything anymore? 30:30 There are enough shellshocked Americans to get constitutional changes 31:30 Why a constitutional convention would be a bad idea 33:00 The founders trusted us to govern ourselves 34:15 The founders did fear the voter, and added checks to their power 35:45 Money isn’t the same as speech, and it’s corrupted our politics 37:30 Congress must retain the power to tax 39:30 GOP congress has mostly been on vacation and doing TV hits 41:15 Congress is doing nothing to solve the insolvency of social security 42:30 Medicare cuts are coming if congress doesn’t act 44:30 The public learned things during the deliberations over Obamacare 45:30 There is no “perfect bill”, it’s supposed to be a compromise 47:00 Judicial confirmation and judiciary have become politicized 48:30 We have collectively starting thinking of the judiciary as policy making 51:45 If we restored the filibuster for justices, we may never be able to confirm 53:00 Many senators are just automatic no votes against other parties nominees 54:45 What should the filibuster rule be in a perfect world? 56:30 Hope for restoring more traditional conservatives to congress 57:45 What conservative values would you like to see restored? 59:15 High character used to be an asset in politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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