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BigTentUSA hosted a conversation with Attorney General William Tong (D-CT) and Attorney General Rob Bonta (D-CA), moderated by Michael Waldman, president and CEO, The Brennan Center for Justice. In the face of escalating federal overreach—from mass deportations targeting immigrant communities to the deployment of federal troops in Los Angeles without state consent—the role of state Attorneys General has never been more critical. As the Trump administration intensifies its crackdown on blue states, AGs are serving as a vital line of defense, challenging unconstitutional actions in the courts, protecting civil rights, and standing up for the rule of law. This conversation spotlights the strategic work of state AGs as they fight back against authoritarian tactics and safeguard the rights and freedoms of their constituents.About The SpeakersAttorney General William Tong (D-CT) is the 25th Attorney General to serve Connecticut since the office was established by the state constitution in 1897. He first took office in 2019 and is currently serving his second term.Attorney General Tong currently serves as Eastern Region Chair and Finance Chair of the National Association of Attorneys General. He also serves on the Executive Committee of the Democratic Attorneys General Association. Attorney General Tong previously practiced for 18 years as a litigator in both state and federal courts, first at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in New York City and then at Finn Dixon & Herling LLP in Stamford. He served for 12 years as a State Representative in the Connecticut General Assembly, where he served as House Chairman of the Judiciary Committee as well as the Banking Committee. In 2006, he became the first Asian American elected to any state office in Connecticut history.Attorney General Rob Bonta (D-CA) was sworn in as the 34th Attorney General of the State of California in 2021, the first person of Filipino descent and the second Asian-American to occupy the position. Prior to serving in the Assembly, Attorney General Bonta worked as a Deputy City Attorney for the City and County of San Francisco, where he represented the City and County and its employees, and fought to protect Californians from exploitation and racial profiling.Born in Quezon City, Philippines, Attorney General Bonta immigrated to California with his family as an infant. He is the son of a proud native Filipino mother and a father who taught him the value of public service to his community.Michael Waldman is president and CEO of the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law. A nonpartisan law and policy institute that works to improve systems of democracy and justice so they work for all, the Brennan Center is a leading national voice on voting rights, money in politics, criminal justice reform, and constitutional law. Waldman is a constitutional lawyer and writer who is an expert on the presidency and American democracy. He has led the Center since 2005. He was a member of the Presidential Commission on the Supreme Court of the United States in 2021. His book, The Supermajority: How the Supreme Court Divided America, was published in 2023.Watch YouTube Recording Learn More: BigTentUSA This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bigtentnews.substack.com

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Former State Representative Mark Batinick, who now does political polling, talks about Governor JB Pritzker's poll numbers, whether his support is as strong as many Democrats believe, and if Republicans can make the Governor's race competitive next year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Willful morons support a terrorist regime and a cult! PLUS, Shaun talks to John Deaton, lawyer and author of the book Food Stamp Warrior: A Memoir, about how his hatred of poverty and dependence on the government catapulted his life to what it is now, Trump's decision to send Marines to calm down the LA riots, and his Senate race against Elizabeth Warren. Stephanie Trussell wants to flip District 42 red! She tells Shaun that we need a seat back at the table in Illinois as she announces her run for State Representative in District 42. Visit her website at www.trussellforillinois.com And The Heritage Foundation's Dr. EJ Antoni talks to Shaun about the market's reaction after we bombed Iran and Shaun tells EJ why he is still dead set against the BBB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephanie Trussell wants to flip District 42 red! She tells Shaun that we need a seat back at the table in Illinois as she announces her run for State Representative in District 42. Visit her website at www.trussellforillinois.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is the Michigan Chamber of Commerce sounding the alarm on a possible corporate income tax increase  proposed for road funding? Why do state budget negotiations feel especially different this year, and can a cell phone app someday be used to make lobby gifts more transparent?  Talking about such topics and more are two State Representatives, Jaime Greene, the northern Macomb County Republican, and Ann Arbor Democrat Carrie Rheingans (5:57).  Also, MIRS meets attorney Sharon Almonrode, who's been representing residents impacted by the May 2020 Edenville Dam failure. Nearly 800 business owners and individuals in Midland, Saginaw and Gladwin Counties want the state to take accountability for damages they argue the government could have prevented (36:26). 

There is a New State Budget Governor Phil Murphy is proposing for free universal pre k, that will include illegal immigrants. Energy costs in NJ went up again and it's a big thanks to the democrat's green energy policies, they did without the infrastructure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is a New State Budget Governor Phil Murphy is proposing for free universal pre k, that will include illegal immigrants. Energy costs in NJ went up again and it's a big thanks to the democrat's green energy policies, they did without the infrastructure.

Rep. Aime Wichendal, the first transgender woman elected to the Iowa Statehouse, talks about being transgender in Iowa and watching gender identity being removed from the Iowa Civil Rights Code during her first session.

Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features State Representative Brooke Boden about the veto of HF639.

New Hampshire is famous for our “Citizen Legislature,” where representatives are paid just $100 per year plus mileage for their service. Ideally this deters candidates from running for personal gain. However, state races are gaining more attention from interest groups, and some watchdogs are sounding the alarm over the influence of money in campaigns. Here at Citizens Count, we are dedicated to providing unbiased information about New Hampshire issues and candidates, so we've combed through state campaign finance reports to answer the question: can you “buy” a state representative race in New Hampshire? Our analysis shows that while there is a possibility of outside influence, most state representative races in 2024 didn't flip based on spending. Listen as hosts Anna Brown and Mike Dunbar, of Citizens Count break it down in  $100 Plus Mileage. This podcast is produced in partnership with Citizens Count, Granite State News Collaborative and The Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communications at Franklin Pierce University.

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on the No Kings Protests and the breaking news out of Minnesota about the assassination of a State Representative and the attempted assassination of a State Senator. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 13, 2025 ~ State Representative Parker Fairbairn joins Paul live from Walstrom Marine in Harbor Springs.

Budgets and vetoes, we talked to Rep. Matt Gress on the show and asked about any budget shortfalls and brought up the issue of needing upgrades for our troopers. 

We speak with Greta Neubauer, State Representative for the 66th Assembly District and Minority Leader for the State Assembly. We talk, among other things, about the current impasse regarding the state budget.

In this episode I speak with Aftyn Behn about being a Tennessee State Representative. Sponsor: Feral Giant Theme song: Adeem The Artist

Thank you so much for listening to the Bob Harden Show, celebrating nearly 14 years broadcasting on the internet. On Thursday's show, we discuss “micro schools” in Florida as an alternative to public education with Christy DeVigili with the Florida Citizens Alliance. We visit with Cato Institute Director of Healthcare Policy Michael Cannon about RFK, Jr.'s “MAHA” report on health in America. We also visit with former State Representative and Florida Executive Director of America First Policy Institute Bob Rommel. We have terrific guests scheduled for Friday's show including Senior Legal Fellow with the Pacific Legal Foundation William Yeatman, Maggie Anders from FEE.org, CEI Senior Economist Ryan Young, and Professor Larry Bell. Access this or past shows at your convenience on my web site, social media platforms or podcast platforms.

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

Recorded at the NewDEAL Forum Ideas Summit in Atlanta, GA, this week's special episode features co-host Ryan Coonerty in conversation with Ohio House Assistant Minority Leader Dontavius Jarrells. Rep. Jarrells speaks candidly about his childhood experience with  lead poisoning, channeling his identity as a survivor of the devastating illness into advocacy as he works to pass comprehensive laws to reduce children's lead exposure through the legislature. He also talks about the difficulties of serving in a Democratic superminority, how he draws on his experiences growing up in Cleveland's Hough neighborhood to advocate for underserved communities, and the personal cost of public service. Jarrells also talks about his legislative priorities and the seven laws he passed since being elected in 2020 despite the doubts from naysayers. Tune in to learn about the values that keep Rep. Jarrells' in the fight even at the bleakest of times. • [01:04] Introduction to and background on Ohio State Representative Dontavius Jarrells. • [03:15] Fulfilling experiences that expanded his perspective to want to create change. • [06:54] Three buckets in which Dontavius thinks of his role in the legislature. • [09:10] The heart of his work in the legislature. • [10:39] How he came to pass seven laws since being elected in 2020. • [13:56] What it meant for Ohio to have Issue One on the ballot recently. • [16:18] Factors that keep Dontavius in the fight. • [18:17] How he motivates others to stay positive about the change the government can bring. • [20:45] His approach to dedicating his time between sessions and over the next decade. • [23:07] Contributing to the chain of excellence.

State Representative and friend of the program Kadeem Roberts stopped by the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa in the Morning Diner Tour for some breakfast and conversation about what's going on up at the Capitol. Image Credit: Logo by Meghan Boyd, Edit by Eric Urbanowicz

Mark Sharp, the Missouri State Representative, joined The Drive to discuss the passage of the sports stadium funding bill in the house and its failure in the state senate.

Marcus C. Evans Jr., State Representative for Illinois' 33rd district and Chairman of the Labor Committee, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss public transit funding in Illinois, the need for enhanced safety measures and the power of collective action in demanding better public services. Melissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the battle for fair school funding, attacks on collective bargaining rights for teachers and the potential impact of Medicaid cuts on children.

Dan Hawkins, the Speaker of the House for the State of Kansas, joined The Drive to discuss the timeline for the Royals and Chiefs potentially moving to Kansas.

GLAAD is the world’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization. Last year, Darian Aaron, the director of Local News: U.S. South, founded GLAAD Down South to expand GLAAD’s work, specifically making sure accurate and inclusive narratives about LGBTQ Southerners and people living with HIV are told in the media. Arron joins “Closer Look,” to talk more about the upcoming 1st annual GLAAD Down South media event. On April 14, a suspect allegedly ran a red light in the Little Five Points area while being pursued by Georgia State Patrol – that’s when 19-year-old Cooper Schoenke was reportedly struck and killed by Faduma Mohamed. The tragedy has moved a coalition of elected officials, physicians, and civil rights advocates to call for change from state authorities. State Representative for District 58 Park Cannon and Devin Barrington-Ward, the director of communications for the National Police Accountability Project, discuss this renewed effort.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘Preston’s Law’ targeting violent group attacks has been signed into law by Governor Katie Hobbs, what does it all mean? We talk to State Rep. Matt Gress all about it. 

Republican representative Ken DeGraaf explains how Democrats continue to surge forward with perverse policies to remove parental control. Liberal Colorado is leading the charge with their proposed HB25-1312. The bill will ultimately give powers to the courts to remove children from a parent if the child' s preferred gender is not confirmed.---------------------------Check out all of our vendors at: https://patriotswithgrit.com/patriot-partners/ SPONSORS FOR THIS VIDEO❤️ Cardio Miracle - Boost your energy, help support your immune system, and improve your mental clarity-plus use promo code GRIT and save 10% on your order https://cardiomiracle.myshopify.com/discount/GRIT➡️ RNC Store- Immunity is your first line of defense and laetrile/B17 from Richardson Nutritional Center can provide you with natural health supplements to improve your wellness. - Use promo code GRIT and save 10% on your order https://rncstore.com/GRIT

Send us a textIn this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith sits down with Rob and Kelsey Mercuri to discuss their experiences in politics, leadership, and parenting.Rob, a former State Representative and candidate for Congress, shares his journey through six elections, offering insights into the challenges of campaigning, the importance of great teams, and the lessons learned from both victories and setbacks. He reflects on the personal and professional aspects of serving in office and emphasizes the need for an engaged and informed electorate. Kelsey offers her perspective on the balancing act of supporting Rob's political career while raising a family, and both share their approach to leadership, community involvement, and family dynamics.00:00 Introduction and Background02:04 The Demands of Running for Office04:45 The Role of Campaign Teams06:12 The Importance of Community Engagement09:50 Lessons Learned from Election Losses12:38 Staying Involved in Politics After a Loss15:06 The Complexities of Serving in Office17:22 Managing a Full-Time Role as a State Representative20:30 Building Relationships Across the Aisle23:45 The Impact of Social Media on Politics25:12 The Need for an Engaged Electorate27:45 Parenting Tips and Leading a Family Team30:15 Communication and Involvement with Kids32:00 Raising Kids with Responsibility and Gratitude34:21 Balancing Political and Family Life36:50 Final Thoughts on Leadership and ParentingThe L3 Leadership Podcast is sponsored by Andocia Marketing Solutions. Andocia exists to bring leaders' visions to life. Visit https://andocia.com to learn more.▶️ WATCH FULL EPISODE

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Brad speaks with Oklahoma State Representative Mickey Dollens. They discuss the importance of staying engaged in civic life and fighting against Christian nationalism. Dollens shares his insights from his work with the Freedom from Religion Foundation (FFRF) and provides a practical framework called FORWARD to help individuals become effective citizen advocates. Dollens emphasizes the power of community action, the importance of telling personal stories, and the necessity of maintaining accountability in government. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StraightWhiteJC Order Brad's book: https://bookshop.org/a/95982/9781506482163 Check out BetterHelp and use my code SWA for a great deal: www.betterhelp.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Jersey is allegedly pushing to let 16-year-olds Vote in School Board Elections. Dawn explains what you have to do to change your ID to a (Real ID).

New Jersey is allegedly pushing to let 16-year-olds Vote in School Board Elections. Dawn explains what you have to do to change your ID to a (Real ID). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.