Podcasts about Referendum

There are going to be a lot of special programs done in the next few weeks, leading up to the 30th anniversary of the 1995 Quebec Referendum. A night that those of us who witnessed it will never forget. Tension and emotion ruled the evening. Chantal, Bruce and I were all in different roles watching the story unfold, and this week we talk about what was a historic moment. in the story of Canada, and what it still means in today's world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mecklenburg voters will decide on a referendum to levy a 1-cent sales tax to fund Charlotte's transit plan. That tax would generate nearly $20 billion over 30 years for various transit projects. Proponents say the time is now to make this critical decision. Others urge a no vote because of who will be hurt by rising taxes. We look at both sides.

Two weeks after the arrest of former Des Moines Public Schools superintendent Ian Roberts, the district is finding its footing again.

Happy Friday! This week on the podcast, we are breaking down the two statewide referendum questions on every Mainer's ballot. Our hosts, Esther and Ben, explain why voters should vote no on Question 1, as it would make it harder for Mainers to vote by adding numerous restrictions to absentee voting.   On the flip side,… The post Podcast: A voter guide to Maine's 2025 statewide referendums first appeared on Maine Beacon.

In this episode, we hear from Shannon Binns of Sustain Charlotte, who makes the case for a “YES” vote on the proposed transportation sales tax referendum. Binns argues that investing in transit, roads, sidewalks and bike lanes is essential to keep up with the region's explosive growth, improve safety, reduce congestion and make Charlotte more competitive for the future.In a conversation with Charlotte Ledger editor Tony Mecia, Binns explains why he believes the plan offers a balanced approach — funding roads and safety improvements, expanding bus and rail service, and creating cleaner, healthier communities. He urges voters to seize this rare opportunity to build a transportation system that serves everyone.Binns also wrote a column expressing his ideas in a recent edition of Transit Time, a weekly newsletter on transit and transportation produced by The Charlotte Ledger and WFAE.THE OTHER SIDE: This episode and accompanying column are part of a two-part series exploring the arguments for and against Mecklenburg's transportation referendum, which is on the Nov. 4 ballot. Be sure to check out the perspecive of the "VOTE NO" side, in a conversation and column by Robert Dawkins of Action NC.Together, these different perspectives provide a balanced look at both sides of the transportation sales tax debate.The Charlotte Ledger Podcast is produced by Lindsey Banks. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit charlotteledger.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we talk with Robert Dawkins of Action NC, who explains why he believes raising Mecklenburg's sales tax to pay for transit and transportation is unfair and misguided. Dawkins advocates for a "NO" vote on November's referendum, arguing that the plan puts too heavy a burden on low- and middle-income families, lacks accountability and repeats a pattern of broken promises from previous city transportation initiatives.In a conversation with Charlotte Ledger editor Tony Mecia, Dawkins shares stories from his work with displaced residents, outlines concerns about transparency and oversight and questions whether the city's mobility plan truly serves those who rely on public transportation the most. He urges voters to take a closer look at who benefits—and who bears the costs—of the proposed tax.Dawkins also wrote a column expressing his ideas in a recent edition of Transit Time, a weekly newsletter on transit and transportation produced by The Charlotte Ledger and WFAE.THE OTHER SIDE: This episode and accompanying column are part of a two-part series exploring the arguments for and against Mecklenburg's transportation referendum, which is on the Nov. 4 ballot. Be sure to check out the perspecive of the "VOTE YES" side, in a conversation and column with Shannon Binns of Sustain Charlotte.Together, these different perspectives provide a balanced look at both sides of the transportation sales tax debate.The Charlotte Ledger Podcast is produced by Lindsey Banks. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit charlotteledger.substack.com/subscribe

In today's episode David talks to Alan Renwick from UCL's Constitution Unit about the pros and cons of referendums. When does a democratic question need to be put direct to the people? Do some countries do it better than others? How can referendums be used to open up political debate? And how can we avoid a rerun of the pitfalls of the Brexit referendum? There are just a few tickets left for the 3rd film in our autumn film season at the Regent Street cinema on Thursday 9th October: a screening of Rosa Luxemburg, followed by a live recording of PPF with philosopher and writer Lea Ypi. We'd love to see you there https://bit.ly/4nDuKoY Next Up in Fixing Democracy: Compulsory Voting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The second part of David's conversation with Robert Saunders marking the 40th anniversary of Neil Kinnock's party conference speech attacking the Militant tendency takes the story up to the present and beyond. Was Jeremy Corbyn's victory in the Labour leadership contest of 2015 the revenge of the ‘Loony Left'? What's the difference between Momentum and Militant? Which parts of the Labour Party pose the biggest threat to Keir Starmer today? And what lessons might events in Liverpool forty years ago have to teach the Democratic Party in 2025? Next time in Fixing Democracy: What's Wrong with Referendums? Find out everything you need to know about PPF on our website https://www.ppfideas.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

W dzisiejszym odcinku Wojciech Szacki i Joanna Sawicka opowiadają o sytuacji w Polsce 2050, którą w ostatnich dniach porzucił jej lider Szymon Hołownia. Zastanawiają się, czy partia to przetrwa i kto ewentualnie przejmie stery, jak zmienią się relacje w koalicji rządzącej i czy jest to kłopot dla Donalda Tuska. Wreszcie, czy na zgliszczach Polski 2050 może powstać nowy twór polityczny. Rozmowę prowadzi Andrzej Bobiński. Zapraszamy!

Karie Mize has filled a variety of roles in Avon Schools since she did her student teaching here in the early 90s, and she is now the Principal at the White Oak Early Learning Center. She and her husband are long-time Avon residents and both of their children graduated from Avon Schools — her son even teaches here. Matt Shockley is in his 13th year as Principal at Avon High School. After starting in the role, he and his family sank their roots deep into the community. He and his wife live here and both their children graduated from AHS. Karie and Matt been leaders in our school district for long enough to have experienced many peaks and valleys, yet they've remained committed to our students, their colleagues, and our community. Listen in as Dr. Wyndham talks with Karie and Matt about their experiences in Avon Schools and hear from them as they give firsthand accounts of the impact of Avon's failed 2011 Operating Referendum and the voter-approved 2018 Operating Referendum. You'll learn how much the community's support has meant to Avon's 11,000 students and 1,600 employees.

Město pořádalo k referendu i veřejné setkání. Na něj ale přišlo velmi málo lidí, pouze kolem 30. Názory se různily, ale převládal spíš ten, aby šla budova k zemi.

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Nelle prime ore di mercoledì, undici imbarcazioni della Global Sumud Flotilla sono state attaccate in acque internazionali a sudovest di Creta. Con Ivan Grozny Compasso, giornalista. Il 28 settembre in Moldova si vota per il rinnovo del parlamento, un voto che è considerato un banco di prova per il processo di integrazione del paese nell'Unione europea. Con Gian Marco Moisé, corrispondente dell'Osservatorio Balcani Caucaso Transeuropa, da Chișinău.Oggi parliamo anche di:Film • Una battaglia dopo l'altra di Paul Thomas AndersonCi piacerebbe sapere cosa pensi di questo episodio. Scrivici a podcast@internazionale.it Se ascolti questo podcast e ti piace, abbonati a Internazionale. È un modo concreto per sostenerci e per aiutarci a garantire ogni giorno un'informazione di qualità. Vai su internazionale.it/abbonatiConsulenza editoriale di Chiara NielsenProduzione di Claudio Balboni e Vincenzo De SimoneMusiche di Tommaso Colliva e Raffaele ScognaDirezione creativa di Jonathan ZentiCi piacerebbe sapere cosa pensi di questo episodio. Scrivici a podcast@internazionale.it Se ascolti questo podcast e ti piace, abbonati a Internazionale. È un modo concreto per sostenerci e per aiutarci a garantire ogni giorno un'informazione di qualità. Vai su internazionale.it/abbonatiConsulenza editoriale di Chiara NielsenProduzione di Claudio Balboni e Vincenzo De SimoneMusiche di Tommaso Colliva e Raffaele ScognaDirezione creativa di Jonathan Zenti

The Superintendent, Dr. Stacie Stanley, joined Tom Hauser with an update on the ribbon cutting for the project that has taken 2 years, along with an upcoming referendum for St. Paul voters. All on The WCCO Morning News

Nova pokojninska zakonodaja je v državnem zboru dobila podporo, a pot do uveljavitve novele še ni končana. Del sindikatov ter nevladnih organizacij bo ta četrtek v parlament odnesel zadostno število podpisov, s čimer se bodo začeli postopki za referendum. Prepričani so, da gredo predlagane spremembe "izrazito v škodo delavstva in upokojencev". Vladna stran pa trdi, da ukrepi prinašajo večjo blaginjo upokojencem, a zagotavljajo vzdržnost sistema. O argumentih ene in druge strani v tokratnem Studiu ob 17.00. Gostje: Igor Feketija, državi sekretar na ministrstvu za delo, družino, socialne zadeve in enake možnosti; Marijan Papež, generalni direktor Zavoda za pokojninsko in invalidsko zavarovanje; dr. Jaka Cepec, Ekonomska fakulteta Univerze v Ljubljani; David Švarc, Delavska koalicija.

Wer vom Militär- in den Zivildienst wechseln will, soll höhere Hürden nehmen müssen, denn es gebe zu viele Abgänge von der Armee in den zivilen Ersatzdienst, findet nach dem Bundesrat und Nationalrat auch der Ständerat. Die Ratslinke hat bereits ein Referendum angekündigt. Weitere Themen: Solche Unwetterjahre kann man an einer Hand abzählen: Mit Schäden im Umfang von über 900 Millionen Franken liegt das Jahr 2024 gemäss der Forschungsanstalt WSL auf Rang fünf seit Beginn der Erfassung. In Ruanda findet seit Sonntag erstmals eine Rad-WM auf afrikanischem Boden statt. Ein starkes Signal für Nachwuchstalente – auch für diejenigen aus dem Nachbarland Uganda. Dort trainiert eine kleine, ehrgeizige Truppe: der Masaka Cycling Club.

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Welcome to the 154th episode of the #ExpatChat podcast, where we explore the latest tax and financial issues affecting #AustralianExpats. In this episode, What Expats Need to Know About the Swiss Referendum, Atlas Wealth Group's Managing Director (EMEA), Brett Evans, and Patrick, Head of Advice – Switzerland, break down Switzerland's upcoming property tax referendum and provide context on a system that has been in place since 1934. They explain how the current rules—where mortgage interest is deductible but homeowners are taxed on an “imputed rent”—can lead to unexpected outcomes, including high levels of debt and heavier tax bills for retirees. The conversation also covers proposed reforms, such as new deductions for first-time buyers, and what these changes could mean for expats living or investing in Switzerland. Brett and Patrick compare Swiss tax policies with those in Australia and the US, highlighting differences in federal and cantonal taxing powers and how lifestyle decisions often hinge on regional tax competitiveness. They also discuss cross-border living between Switzerland and France, driven by cost-of-living factors, and offer guidance on how expats can navigate potential policy changes following the September 28th vote. Links that we discussed in this episode include: • Upcoming events - https://atlaswealth.com/events • Facebook Group - Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook Group - / australianexpatfinancialforum • Ask Atlas - Have your questions answered on the podcast by clicking this link - https://atlaswealth.com/news-media/au... • Expat Mortgage Podcast - https://atlaswealth.com/news-media/au... • Alpine Aussies - This series showcases the journeys of Australian expats living and working in Switzerland - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZnC6KM6iy44oFgOstuxK9rPo1p87Ews3&si=Fyy4n9nlLrh8aq8p If you like the content, make sure you let us know by hitting the thumbs up and subscribing as well as providing some feedback in the comments below. The Atlas Wealth Group is a specialist in providing tax, financial planning, asset management and mortgage services to every Australian #expat. Whether you are based in Asia, the Middle East, Europe or the Americas, we have the experience in providing essential financial services to the expatriate community. The Atlas Wealth Group was born out of the demand from Australian expats who wanted a professional to help them navigate the tax and financial maze of living abroad as well as assisting them make the most out of their time overseas. To find out more about the Atlas Wealth Group and how we can help Australian expats please go to https://www.atlaswealth.com. Make sure you connect with us on our respective social media channels: Facebook: www.facebook.com/atlaswealthmgmt LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/atlas-wealth-group Twitter: www.twitter.com/atlaswealthmgmt Instagram: www.instagram.com/atlaswealthgroup

The Blair government threw itself into action as soon as it was formed.Rather confirming the existence of a deal between them, something they've never confirmed, Blair quickly appointed Gordon Brown Chancellor. As well as steps, such as making the Bank of England independent and introducing a minimum wage, on which they fully agreed, there's also evidence that, as suspected, Blair had promised Brown authority of his own, unprecedented for a Chancellor, over social security. Brown focused on families with children and on pensioners, and his reforms did bring in a significant redistribution of wealth, increasing the incomes of the poorest at the expense of the richest. Strangely, however, this led to no reduction in inequality: since the 1980s, the time of Thatcher and Reagan, the pressure towards growing inequality, whose effect we feel strongly today in the power of so-called oligarchs, had been sustained and was apparently irresistible. The Blair government acted to improve gay rights, equalising the age of consent for straight and gay sex, abolishing the notorious Section 28 and introducing civil partnerships for gay couples.It also worked on devolution, with parliaments set up for both Scotland and Wales, with substantial powers though nothing like independence, and a new strategic authority for London, which had been without one since Thatcher abolished the Greater London Council in 1986.When it came to Northern Ireland, there was still a lot of work to do. Referendums in both the Republic and in the North endorsed the Good Friday Agreement, despite far lower enthusiasm among Northern Protestants than among Catholics in the province and citizens of the Republic. Now there was some hard, detailed work to do to implement the agreement. That would include a sad collateral casualty. That, though, is something which we'll talk about next week.Illustration: Blair and Brown, working in partnership. For now, Photo from 'The New Statesman'.Music: Bach Partita #2c by J Bu licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial-No Derivatives (aka Music Sharing) 3.0 International License

Hour 4: Nathan Zegura + Browns referendum full 1443 Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:53:04 +0000 imQOF0JuUZ6t71235rGib1ecWDFw8Pt9 sports The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima sports Hour 4: Nathan Zegura + Browns referendum The only place to talk about the Cleveland sports scene is with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima. The two guide listeners through the ups and downs of being a fan of the Browns, Cavaliers, Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes in Northeast Ohio. They'll help you stay informed with breaking news, game coverage, and interviews with top personalities.Catch The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima live Monday through Friday (6 a.m. - 10 a.m ET) on 92.3 The Fan, the exclusive audio home of the Browns, or on the Audacy app. For more, follow the show on X @KenCarmanShow. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=ht

Ken Carman grows tired and frustrated over the "referendum" over a certain former Cleveland Browns quarterback while talking to Anthony Lima.

Guineans will vote in a referendum on a new constitution on Sunday, that would permit junta leader Mamady Doumbouya to run for president, despite his promise not to do so when he seized power four years ago. Political analyst Renna Hawili explains the other major proposals.Also, will a new World Trade Organisation agreement help protect the livelihoods of fishing communities off the coast of Africa?And hear why an Ivorian musician's performance at a festival in Paris, was cancelled.Presenter: Charles Gitonga Producers: Makuochi Okafor, Yvette Twagiramariya, Ayuba Iliya, Madina Maishanu and Stefania Okereke Technical Producer: Chris Kouzaris Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Alice Muthengi, Samuel Murunga, Maryam Abdalla and Andre Lombard

Today is Friday, September 19. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

Pokojninska reforma je nujna in prinaša dobre rešitve, se strinjajo socialni partnerji, del politike in stroka. Z njo pa niso zadovoljni vsi - Delavska koalicija ocenjuje, da preveč obremenjuje delavce in upokojence, zato si želijo referenduma. Pravnik Miro Cerar opozarja, da če se bo to politiziralo, bo to slaba popotnica za tako pomemben projekt. Druge teme: - Včeraj potrjeni noveli gradbene zakonodaje in urejanja prostora prinašata več sprememb, tudi glede legalizacije starejših objektov, kar je pri stroki vzbudilo pomisleke. Minister za naravne vire in prostor Jože Novak eno od ključnih prednosti sprememb vidi v poenostavitvi postopkov, saj so v pretkelosti sistemi postali formalno zakomplicirani, nepregledni, postopki pa podvojeni in tudi potrojeni. - Evropska komisija v novem svežnju sankcij proti Moskvi predlaga prepoved uvoza ruskega utekočinjenega plina z začetkom leta 2027. To je leto prej od napovedi, je pojasnila predsednica Komisije Ursula von der Leyen. Ob tem je dejala, da je čas, da zapremo pipo. Na to smo pripravljeni, saj varčujemo z energijo, razpršili smo vire dobav, v nizkoogljične vire pa vlagamo kot nikoli doslej. - Združene države so šestič blokirale sprejetje resolucije Varnostnega sveta o Gazi, ker ta ni vsebovala jasne obsodbe Hamasovega napada oktobra 2023. Gazi medtem grozi dodatno zmanjšanje dobav humanitarne pomoči.

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Vor einem Jahr erschütterte der «Unterschriftenbschiss» die Schweiz. Firmen sammelten gegen Geld Unterschriften für Volksinitiativen und Referenden. Doch dahinter steckte systematischer Betrug: Es wurden Unterschriften gefälscht, Namen falsch aufgeschrieben oder gar Personen erfunden.Der Bschiss hatte diverse Strafanzeigen zur Folge. Die Bundeskanzlei versprach, so etwas werde nicht mehr vorkommen. Doch jetzt sind neue Unregelmässigkeiten aufgetaucht: Viele ungültige Unterschriften stammen von einer Firma, die von bekannten SVP-Politikerinnen und -Politikern geführt wird.In einer neuen Folge des täglichen Podcasts «Apropos» erklärt Thomas Knellwolf, Reporter beim Tamedia-Recherchedesk, was dahintersteckt und wie der Bschiss trotz der grossen Enthüllung letztes Jahr weitergehen konnte. Knellwolf hat vor einem Jahr zusammen mit Markus Häfliger den «Unterschriftenbschiss» aufgedeckt.Host: Philipp LoserProduktion: Jacqueline WechslerDer Artikel zum Thema: Kampagnenfirmen von prominenten SVPlern sammeln viele ungültige Unterschriften  Unser Tagi-Spezialangebot für Podcast-Hörer:innen: tagiabo.chHabt ihr Feedback, Ideen oder Kritik zu «Apropos»? Schreibt uns an podcasts@tamedia.ch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This Day in Legal History: Final Draft of the US Constitution EngrossedOn September 16, 1787, the final draft of the United States Constitution was signed by the Constitutional Convention delegates in Philadelphia. Although the official signing date was September 17, the 16th was the day the finished document was ordered to be engrossed — meaning it was written in its final, formal script on parchment. This step marked the culmination of four months of intense debate, compromise, and drafting by delegates from twelve of the thirteen original states. The Constitution replaced the failing Articles of Confederation and established a stronger federal government with distinct executive, legislative, and judicial branches.Debates on September 16 included last-minute details such as how amendments could be proposed and the extent of federal power over the militia. The delegates had already resolved key issues like the Great Compromise (creating a bicameral legislature), the Electoral College, and the Three-Fifths Compromise regarding the counting of enslaved individuals for representation. One of the final acts on the 16th was the approval of the letter that would accompany the Constitution to Congress, urging ratification by the states.Though the Constitution would still need to be ratified by nine of the thirteen states, the events of September 16 set the stage for the formal adoption the following day. The engrossed copy would be signed on September 17 and later become the foundation of American law and governance.Maurene Comey, a former federal prosecutor and daughter of ex-FBI Director James Comey, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over her sudden termination in July. She alleges that her firing was politically motivated, stemming from her father's adversarial relationship with Donald Trump. The lawsuit, filed in Manhattan federal court, names both the Justice Department and the Executive Office of the President as defendants and claims Comey was given no reason for her dismissal. According to the suit, Comey had received strong performance evaluations, including one in April signed by Trump-appointed U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton.Comey had played key roles in high-profile prosecutions, including the sex trafficking case against Ghislaine Maxwell and the recent conviction of Sean “Diddy” Combs on prostitution-related charges. She was fired just two weeks after the Combs trial ended. The email she received from DOJ human resources cited presidential authority under Article II but offered no specific explanation. When she asked Clayton about the decision, he allegedly said, “All I can say is it came from Washington.”The lawsuit challenges the administration's ability to remove career, non-political prosecutors and raises concerns about politicization of the Justice Department, particularly in cases involving Trump or his allies.Former federal prosecutor Maurene Comey sues Trump administration over firing | ReutersElon Musk's company X Corp has settled a trademark dispute with legal marketing firm X Social Media over the use of the “X” name. The case, filed in Florida federal court in October 2023, stemmed from Musk's rebranding of Twitter to X, which X Social Media claimed caused consumer confusion and financial harm. As part of the resolution, both parties asked the court to dismiss the case with prejudice, meaning it cannot be reopened. The founder of X Social Media, Jacob Malherbe, confirmed the settlement and announced the company will now operate under the name Mass Tort Ad Agency.The terms of the settlement were not disclosed, and X Corp did not issue a comment. The lawsuit was one of several Musk's company has faced over the “X” name, which is widely used and trademarked by numerous businesses, including Microsoft and Meta. In its defense, X Corp argued that many companies have long coexisted with similar “X” trademarks and accused X Social Media of trying to exploit the situation for profit. This settlement follows another earlier agreement in which X Corp resolved a separate trademark claim brought by the firm Multiply.The dismissal brings closure to a case that raised questions about branding overlap and trademark dilution in an increasingly crowded digital landscape.Musk's X Corp settles mass-tort ad agency's trademark lawsuit over 'X' name | ReutersTwo U.S. law firms, Bartlit Beck and Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer, are requesting $85 million in legal fees after securing a $700 million settlement with Google over alleged antitrust violations tied to its Play Store. The settlement, which is still pending approval by U.S. District Judge James Donato, resolves claims that Google overcharged Android users by restricting app distribution and imposing excessive in-app transaction fees. Under the agreement, $630 million will go to a consumer fund, with another $70 million allocated to a state-managed fund shared by all 50 states, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.Consumers are expected to receive a minimum of $2, with additional compensation based on their Play Store spending from August 2016 to September 2023. Google also agreed to ease restrictions on app developers, allowing them to inform users about alternative payment methods and enabling easier direct app downloads from the web. The fee request amounts to approximately 13.5% of the consumer settlement fund, and the firms say they invested nearly 100,000 hours over more than three years.While Judge Donato previously raised concerns about the scope of the deal, no U.S. state has objected to the fee request so far. Google has not admitted any wrongdoing as part of the settlement, and users will still have the opportunity to raise objections before final approval.Lawyers behind $700 million Google settlement ask for $85 million fee award | ReutersMy column for Bloomberg this week looks at Norway's recent national election, which effectively became a referendum on one of the last remaining wealth taxes in Europe. Despite having a $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund and no immediate fiscal need for a wealth tax, Norwegians narrowly backed the Labour Party, signaling that voters still care about fairness in taxation—even when the government doesn't need the money. In a global landscape where wealth taxes have mostly disappeared, this was a small but potent victory for the principle of equity.I argued that this matters beyond Norway. Wealth taxes used to be common across Europe, but most were abandoned due to fears of capital flight and elite lobbying. That Norway held the line—even amid billionaire threats and a populist surge—suggests that wealth taxes can survive politically when fairness becomes a central electoral value. It also underscores that symbolic wins can shape broader policy debates by proving what's administratively and politically possible.In the U.S., we lack Norway's fiscal cushion, yet we've persistently avoided taxing wealth. Policymakers often justify this inaction with fears about capital mobility, but I question whether we're really more vulnerable to capital flight than Norway is. The deeper issue is political will. Americans have long treated wealth taxation as politically toxic and bureaucratically unworkable, but that may be more a product of narrative than necessity.Norway's voters showed that fairness can be enough to win—even narrowly. But I emphasize that such policies require ongoing public defense; they don't sustain themselves. If we continue dodging the issue in the U.S., we'll be doing so not from a place of strength, but from a place of illusion. If Norway can defend taxing wealth despite not needing to, we have no excuse not to even try.Norway Wealth Tax Victory Shows Visible Fairness Still Matters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

"After the 2011 Referendum failed, with less staff, with less teachers, with less assistants, there was a lot less individual work [with students]. We spread ourselves really thin. But then since [the 2018 Referendum passed] we're back to small classes. My small groups are small. The IEPs are manageable. I've noticed a huge difference." Sue Misner"We have about 1,700 multilingual (ML) students in the district now with over 100 languages spoken. [Since 2018] we have been able to have our ML teachers and our assistants push into classrooms to support student learning. We help them build vocabulary. We help them build background knowledge. ... We are also able to work with small groups inside and outside the classroom for students who need targeted support to grow their proficiency in the English language. ... The smaller class sizes really make a big difference." Sarah Valentin"We moved here just a few years ago and I love the community. I tell all our families about all the youth sports programs we have. I tell them about everything that's going on at the high school. I love talking about how our schools are succeeding — about our Bands, our sports programs, and all the things that are offered. ... I'm really passionate about it. ... I see how those smaller numbers and the pull out groups and the supports help." Nicole Derhammer

A Whanganui iwi leader is calling for an immediate halt to the Whanganui Local Body Election and Māori Ward Referendum. 

Voter turnout could be an issue for a proposal to introduce binding referendums on major council spending projects. The Local Government Business Forum has released a report in favour of holding referendums for significant projects exceeding $500 per ratepayer. It says it should only apply to non-essentials, preserving councils' ability to invest in key utilities like water and transport. Forum Secretary Nick Clark told Mike Hosking thresholds need to be in play to help low voter numbers. He says there should be a turnout threshold or a super majority, particularly if it's a binary choice. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we examine the second round of referendums for Federation, and see whether the Australian colonies finally vote to federate. On top of this, we take a look at the Australians who volunteers in the Second Boer War, and what they did, as well as 7 premier changes in a packed episode!

Referendums on the future of Māori wards are now underway in five regional councils and 37 local bodies around the country. Roger Brownlie is standing for Napier City Council in the Ahuriri Ward and he spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Send us a textPepijn van Houwelingen schreef een proefschrift in Japan en is getrouwd met een Japanse vrouw. Hij werkte bij het Sociaal en Cultureel Planbureau en werd daarna Tweede Kamerlid voor Forum voor Democratie. Hij houdt zich bezig met uiteenlopende dossiers, waaronder referendumdemocratie, corona en de oorlog in Oekraïne. Thierry Baudet heeft het lijsttrekkerschap overgedragen aan de 28-jarige Lidewij de Vos. Kan Van Houwelingen na de Tweede Kamerverkiezingen van 29 oktober opnieuw een zetel behalen?Support the showWaardeer je deze video('s)? Like deze video, abonneer je op ons kanaal en steun de onafhankelijke journalistiek van blckbx met een donatieWil je op de hoogte blijven?Telegram - https://t.me/blckbxtvTwitter - / blckbxnews Facebook - / blckbx.tv Instagram - ...

Local referendums on Māori wards start on Tuesday, marking the latest clash between councils and the government. Te Maruata Māori advisory group network co-chair Toni Boynton spoke to Corin Dann.

In questo episodio di livello intermedio, esploriamo i referendum più importanti della storia della Repubblica Italiana: il referendum istituzionale del 1946 che scelse la Repubblica, i referendum su divorzio e aborto degli anni '70–'80, e i recenti casi di mancato raggiungimento del quorum. Scopriremo come questi momenti di democrazia diretta abbiano plasmato l'Italia moderna e cosa rivelino sulla mentalità degli italiani.Trascrizione con glossario (gratis)Altri link e risorse utili:Fonetica Italiana Semplice, il mio corso di pronuncia italianaScarica l'ebook: "Come raggiungere il livello avanzato in italiano"Il mio ebook gratuito, "50 modi di dire per parlare come un italiano"Fai una lezione di italiano su Italki e ricevi 10 $ in creditiIl mio canale YouTubeDai un'occhiata al merchandiseInstagramFacebook

Braucht die Schweiz eine digitale Identitätskarte? Über diese Frage entscheidet die Stimmbevölkerung am 28. September. Die Befürworter betonen, es handle sich um eine einfache und sichere Lösung, die den Alltag erleichtere. Die Gegenseite warnt vor mangelndem Datenschutz und drohender Überwachung. Mit dem E-ID-Gesetz soll ein elektronischer Identitätsnachweis eingeführt werden. Nutzerinnen und Nutzer sollen sich damit im digitalen Raum gegenüber Behörden und Unternehmen ausweisen können – etwa bei der Eröffnung eines Bankkontos. Im Gegensatz zur 2021 abgelehnten Vorlage sieht das neue Gesetz vor, dass die E-ID nicht von privaten Unternehmen, sondern vom Bund herausgegeben und betrieben wird. Gegen die Vorlage haben mehrere Organisationen das Referendum ergriffen. Sie warnen vor Überwachung durch grosse Techkonzerne, einer Einschränkung der Privatsphäre und mangelndem Datenschutz. Die Befürworterinnen und Befürworter hingegen betonen: Mit der E-ID könnten viele Dienstleistungen unkomplizierter abgewickelt werden, die neue E-ID sei sicher und stärke den Wirtschaftsstandort Schweiz. Braucht die Schweiz die E-ID? Ist die neue E-ID sicher oder ist der Datenschutz gefährdet? Und wie freiwillig ist sie? Zu diesen Fragen begrüsst Sandro Brotz am 5. September 2025 in der «Abstimmungs-Arena» als Befürworterinnen und Befürworter der Vorlage: – Beat Jans, Bundesrat und Vorsteher EJPD; – Maya Bally, Nationalrätin Die Mitte/AG; – Gerhard Andrey, Nationalrat Grüne/FR; und – Vanessa Grand, Inklusions-Aktivistin. Gegen die Vorlage treten an: – Monica Amgwerd, Kampagnenleiterin «E-ID-Gesetz Nein»; – Lukas Reimann, Nationalrat SVP/SG; – Markus Zollinger, Vorstandsmitglied Bewegung «Mass-voll»; und – Jorgo Ananiadis, Präsident Piratenpartei.

Hi everyone, Happy Labor Day weekend and welcome back to another week of news of Summit in Six. Today, we'll be talking about the recent court ruling on the Dakota Pacific referendum signature packets, the upcoming Public Health Speaker series, and more! TOPIC 1: Judge rules Dakota Pacific referendum petition moot On Tuesday, Third District … Continue reading August 29, 2025 — Referendum ruling, Weeds Tour, Volunteer Boards, and more →

„Věřím tomu, že jsou Češi a Češky racionální. Kdyby dostali možnost hlasovat o své budoucnosti, hlasovali by většinově proti vystoupení z NATO a EU,“ říká předsedkyně Socdem Jana Maláčová, která vede kandidátku Stačilo! v Praze. Hnutí chce přitom vyvolat referendum o vystoupení ze západních struktur. Maláčová ve Studiu N tvrdí, že pro ni zahraniční otázky nejsou klíčové.  Spojení Soscdem se Stačilo! označuje za sňatek z rozumu. A byť podle svých slov nesouzní se všemi výroky představitelů hnutí, na programu se prý obě strany v drtivé většině shodnou. V podcastu například říká, že souhlasí se zrušením Senátu nebo zestátněním České televize a Českého rozhlasu. „Veřejnoprávní média tlačí jeden správný názor,“ myslí si. A jak by podle ní měla zestátněná veřejnoprávní média fungovat? „Začne být striktně dodržován kodex. A povinně bych je posílala na stáže do Berlína a do Londýna, aby se naučili žurnalistice. Nezlobte se na mě, ale ať to má nějakou kvalitu a nějakou štábní kulturu. A chtěla bych, aby to bylo vyvážené. Skutečně, česká žurnalistika je mizerná,“ tvrdí. Jak se z Maláčové stala pražská lídryně hnutí, které dříve označovala za antisystémové a nelevicové? Proč se vyhýbá odpovědi na otázku, jaké důsledky by mělo vystoupení České republiky z Evropské unie a NATO? A umí si představit spolupráci s Andrejem Babišem, kterého dříve označila za „debila“? Celé díly Studia N najdete na platformě Herohero, na webu Deníku N jsou přístupné předplatitelům a předplatitelkám Klubu N. Bezplatné části zveřejňujeme v podcastových aplikacích Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Podbean či YouTube. Sledovat nás můžete také na Instagramu.

Could a four year government term be on the horizon? The select committee has recommended pushing ahead with a referendum, which would see Kiwi's voting yes or no for the government to have an extra year in power. Despite having proposed the legislation, the ACT party is now the only party in Parliament against the bill in its current form....saying it needs to include additional checks and balances on the government's power. Reporter Evie Richardson spoke to people in Auckland's New Lynn to find out whether they'd be ticking yes or no at the polls.

A referendum on a four-year Parliamentary term is all but guaranteed, with the select committee recommending it proceed. Otago University law expert Andrew Geddis spoke to Corin Dann.

On today's program, we speak with former congressman Mike Capuano about the possibility of selling well-known federal buildings in downtown Boston. Grant Welker reporter with the Boston Business Journal shares the top stories of the week. The executive director of the Pioneer Institute lays out two possibilities for referendum questions in the fall of 2026. The vice president of marketing for the Chatham Bars Inn talks about the summer season.  And finally the founder of Evolv Technology in Waltham explains the business of keeping people safe.

INTRO Hey everyone! Welcome back to another week of news here on Summit in Six! We hope all the area school districts had a great first week of school…and we are wondering to ourselves…”How is labor day weekend only one week away?” In today's episode, we are going to give a recap of this week's … Continue reading August 22, 2025 — Referendum update, Climate Change + Public Health Speaker Series, Weeds of the Month Segment →

From Chiang Kai-shek's nuclear ambitions to the fallout from Chernobyl and Fukushima, Taiwan's nuclear story has always been controversial. The ROC once came within months of being nuclear-bomb ready, but today, fission is gone from even civilian atomic power generation. This Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, voters face a radioactive referendum. The core question? Whether to restart the recently decommissioned Ma'anshan Nuclear Power Plant 馬鞍山核能發電廠 in Kenting, Pingtung County. After years of splitting atoms over this hot topic, a critical mass is forming in a debate that may reveal just how divided the island remains on atomic energy. Join us as we explore the chain-reaction politics of Taiwan's nuclear dilemma and the referendum which may trigger a U-turn on uranium. FOLLOW us on social media, leave a REVIEW or comment. Thanks, it really helps.

This episode, we overview the first attempt at finalising Federation, the 1898 referendums!

Joyce discusses Governor Gavin Newsom's plan to gerrymander to gain more seats. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How the Browns' preseason opener could be a "referendum" for Kevin Stefanski full 716 Thu, 07 Aug 2025 11:15:57 +0000 0qucwqSKLtp3ksOWLux6ut7gReV5VxWb nfl,cleveland browns,sports The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima nfl,cleveland browns,sports How the Browns' preseason opener could be a "referendum" for Kevin Stefanski The only place to talk about the Cleveland sports scene is with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima. The two guide listeners through the ups and downs of being a fan of the Browns, Cavaliers, Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes in Northeast Ohio. They'll help you stay informed with breaking news, game coverage, and interviews with top personalities.Catch The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima live Monday through Friday (6 a.m. - 10 a.m ET) on 92.3 The Fan, the exclusive audio home of the Browns, or on the Audacy app. For more, follow the show on X @KenCarmanShow. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.a

Hour 2: "Referendum" for Stefanski + Can't treat Shedeur like any 5th-round pick + ALN full 2095 Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:42:32 +0000 Lk6pRZfWyTGWC66U26125g3zsNlwzEac sports The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima sports Hour 2: "Referendum" for Stefanski + Can't treat Shedeur like any 5th-round pick + ALN The only place to talk about the Cleveland sports scene is with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima. The two guide listeners through the ups and downs of being a fan of the Browns, Cavaliers, Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes in Northeast Ohio. They'll help you stay informed with breaking news, game coverage, and interviews with top personalities.Catch The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima live Monday through Friday (6 a.m. - 10 a.m ET) on 92.3 The Fan, the exclusive audio home of the Browns, or on the Audacy app. For more, follow the show on X @KenCarmanShow. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https:

The weaponization of the judiciary, cultural institutions, and federal agencies threatens deeper fissures. As demographic shifts challenge already fragile power hierarchies in places like Texas, the backlash grows, manifesting in state repression and ideological crusades. This week, "In Class with Carr" looks to historical memory to remind us that Governance formations can and must be reimagined with a focus on relational citizenship rather than always deeply flawed racial state structures. JOIN KNARRATIVE: https://www.knarrative.com it's the only way to get into #Knubia, where these classes areheld live with a live chat.To shop Go to:TheGlobalMajorityMore from us:Knarrative Twitter: https://twitter.com/knarrative_Knarrative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knarrative/In Class with Carr Twitter: https://twitter.com/inclasswithcarrSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A big investigation in underway in the nations capital! Adam Schiff has been criminally referred to the DOJ. On the politics side, republicans in the house are now flipping from President Trump on the Epstein issue. GOP law makers are now in favor of releasing all documents.Guest: Roger Stone - Host, The Stone ZoneSponsor:My PillowWww.MyPillow.com/johnSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's now ten years since the people of Greece voted in a referendum on the austerity program of the European Union. The referendum was called by the government of Alexis Tsipras and his left-wing Syriza party after months of negotiations with the EU. It brought the attention of the world media to what was happening in Greece after years of economic crisis. To the surprise of many, there was a decisive 61 percent majority for the “no” side. But then, with bewildering speed, Tsipras signed up to a new austerity program that was more punitive than the one voters had rejected a few days earlier. The U-turn triggered the resignation of the Greek finance minister Yanis Varoufakis. Yanis joins Long Reads for a discussion about the legacy of the 2015 referendum. You can find a loosely edited transcript of the interview here: https://jacobin.com/2025/07/yanis-varoufakis-on-the-legacy-of-greeces-oxi-referendum Long Reads is a Jacobin podcast looking in-depth at political topics and thinkers, both contemporary and historical, with the magazine's longform writers. Hosted by features editor Daniel Finn. Produced by Conor Gillies with music by Knxwledge.