Podcasts about state senate

August 17, 2026 ~ Roger Hauck, new GOP leader of the State Senate joins Chris Alberta and Jason Roe in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We present interviews with Nick Polce, Sandy Wiedmeyer, and Ellen Schutt, who will be squaring off in the Republican primary on August 11th. The order of the broadcast was determined by the flip of a coin. (The two Democrats facing off in the Democratic primary were on yesterday's program.).

Laura Sirot is joined by Friend of the Pod Miguel Madrigal to talk about her run for State Senate in Ohio's District 31 under the banner of "finding common ground for the common good." Laura talks about being a problem-solver and a decision-maker, about getting s**t done, and about her ability as a mother to detect problems combined with the know-how of a scientist to solve them. She and Miguel share tales from the campaign about Trump fatigue, challenges for farmers, and the lack of public transit. Laura talks about being denied entry into a Ramaswamy campaign event and the importance of building respect between opponents. The questions of why Ohio did not establish a nonpartisan districting commission, whether Laura is too smart to be a politician, and where you can hear her talk about sex and reproduction (https://www.icameforscience.org/) are also explored.To reach Laura or to get involved in her campaign: https://www.sirotforohio.org/.Find the full audio library of Blue Vote Café episodes at http://bluevotecafe.com.Register and request your ballot every year at https://www.votefromabroad.org/.

National group to aid challenger Lisa Kaul A national Democratic Party organization seeking to restore the New York Senate's veto-proof majority has made it a priority to oust Rob Rolison, the incumbent Republican whose district includes Philipstown and Beacon. The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee, which formed in 1992 to elect party members to state legislatures, this month named the District 39 campaign as one of six races it will support before the November election. The group is chaired by Andrea Stewart-Cousins, majority leader of the New York Senate. Lisa Kaul, who represents part of the Town of Poughkeepsie on the Dutchess County Legislature, won a three-candidate primary in June to face Rolison, a former Poughkeepsie mayor who is seeking a third, 2-year term. Democrats outnumber Republicans 41 to 22 in the Senate, but one more seat would restore a two-thirds supermajority that the party lost in the 2024 election. Combined with the supermajority in the Assembly, where Democrats hold 103 of the 150 seats, the party could override gubernatorial vetoes without Republican support. As of July 15, the Kaul campaign said it had $37,511 on hand, while the Rolison campaign reported $8,847. Funding from the DLCC will help "reach more voters across the Hudson Valley, have more conversations about the issues that matter to people and share my vision for finding solutions and delivering results in Albany," Kaul said on Tuesday (Aug. 4). Rolison defeated Julie Shiroishi, then chief of staff to Assembly Member Jonathan Jacobson, with 53 percent of the vote in 2022. Two years later, his victory over Yvette Valdés Smith, a Dutchess legislator who represents parts of Beacon and Fishkill, was much closer, at 50.7 percent to 49.3 percent. The DLCC last contributed money to New York state candidates in 2020, when it spent a total of $53,100 on five Senate races, according to the state Board of Elections. The recipients included Stewart-Cousins and state Sen. Pete Harckham, whose district includes part of eastern Putnam County. Harckham is one of three Democratic incumbents named among the DLCC's six priority races in 2026. The two other candidates are, like Kaul, challenging incumbent Republicans. Heather Williams, the DLCC's president, said that supermajorities in both the Senate and Assembly "will help Democrats continue to go on offense on redistricting and keep delivering for families." The Rolison campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Kaul is a native of India and Rhodes Scholar who moved to the U.S. in 2004. She spent five years as an administrator at Vassar College and served on the Arlington school board before defeating Republican Marc Pfeifer in 2023 to win a seat in the Legislature. She ran unopposed in 2025 for a second term and chairs the Environment Committee. In June, Kaul easily won the Democratic primary, garnering 62 percent of the vote to defeat Evan Menist, a member of the Poughkeepsie Common Council (30 percent) and Gay Lee, a former City of Newburgh council member (7 percent). "A strong Democratic majority means progress on affordability, healthcare, housing, reproductive freedom and climate resilience," said Kaul, adding that being a member of that majority means she could "bring state resources home to improve public transportation, build housing our families can afford, invest in infrastructure to keep our water clean and lower utility costs."

Today's a full boat starting in hour one with Heath Smith, GOP candidate for State Senate on the lower peninsula. We'll discuss his vision for the state and how he plans to fix the biggest problems we'll be facing over the next couple of years. Then in hour tow we'll visit with Ben Carpenter the host of oversightLIVE (oversightlive.com) about the current state of the races as well as the legislative special session and anything else he feels like bringing forward.

Morgantown Director of Arts and Culture Vincent Kitch on Who's Bad and The Heavy Hitters tomorrow as part of the Ruby Summer Concert Series. President and CEO of Hope Gas Morgan O'Brein on the Purchased Gas Adjustment and the Pipeline Replacement and Expansion Program. President of Peak Health Amos Ross on their growth and new CMS 4.5 rating. Libertarian candidate for the State Senate seat in District 13 Taylor Richmond. 

AB 1923, authored by Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria, became the legislative vehicle used to place Fresno County's Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation initiative before voters on Nov. 3, 2026. A key feature of the bill is its urgency clause, which allows it to become law immediately upon the governor's signature rather than waiting until the start of the next year. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We present interviews with Adam Duda and Steve Doelder, who will square off in the August 11th Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Senate District 11. The order of the broadcast was determined by a flip of a coin. (We will be presenting interviews with the three Republicans in the Republican primary on Friday's Morning Show.)

AB 1923, authored by Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria, became the legislative vehicle used to place Fresno County's Better Roads, Safe Streets transportation initiative before voters on Nov. 3, 2026. A key feature of the bill is its urgency clause, which allows it to become law immediately upon the governor's signature rather than waiting until the start of the next year. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Zuckerman's guests include... Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Amanda Janoo, Vermont State Representative Kate McCann and Jared Duval from Montpelier on their run for the House.Vermont State Representative Elizabeth Burrows on her run for State Senate for Windsor County.Mike Bailey on Solarfest, an open event happening in Brandon on Saturday.

Plus: "Independents Aren't Real"? Kasich's Partisan Slander, Manchin's New PAC, and 45% of America Says Otherwise. Trump says he's close to an Iran deal. He's been saying he's a week away from a Putin deal for a year and a half. Paul Rieckhoff calls the head fake for what it is, warns the media not to fall for it again, and lays out the chaos Congress is trying to jam through before its six-week recess — including Todd Blanche's nomination and the weaponization fund built to compensate January 6th insurrectionists. The forever wars don't take August off, and neither do we. Then the real story: on August 4th, four independent veterans appear on a single top-two primary ballot in Eastern Washington. Nate Powell for U.S. House, Danny Tarkenton for Spokane County prosecutor, Aaron Croft for the State House, and Ronald McCoy for State Senate. Across those races, roughly 131,000 independents and 53,000 independent veterans can vote — a decisive bloc the corporate media isn't covering. Paul breaks down why open primaries are the battlefield, why John Kasich is wrong that independents aren't real, and what's coming next with Senator Joe Manchin, Heather Manchin, and Senator Angus King joining the show. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Check the IVA overview of Washington State's primary this week.  -Millions of American veterans are being locked out of primary elections in the country they served. See what we're doing to change that. -Visit Kalshi and trade on anything. Use code [INDEPENDENT] to get ten dollars when you trade ten. -Head to cozyearth.com and use the code AMERICANS for an exclusive 20% off. -Join Noble Mobile today and get a $100 bonus when you use code PAUL and stay a member for 2 months! -Join IVA and help us get independent veterans elected to office. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today is Tuesday, August 4.  Here are 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.

Dan is joined by two candidates: Mark Pody for State Senate, and John Henry running for the 6th Congressional District | aired on Friday, July 31st, 2026 on Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis Produced by Samuel RutherfordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt tells WBEN he was unhappy with the lack of information initially released by the DEC and EPA regarding radiation in the Town of Niagara, but communication has improved. Ortt says lawmakers are trying to change laws to address homeowners' concerns.

Hour 3 of The Mark Reardon Show begins with Charles Lipson, Professor Emeritus at The University of Chicago, who joins the show to discuss the wars in Iran and Ukraine, and if there is a chance they will merge. Then, Steve Butz, Missouri State Representative seeking the Democrat nomination for he 4th District State Senate seat, joins the show to discuss his campaign and his opponent. we finish the show with the Audio Cut of the Day!

Dan is joined by State Senate candidate Butch Baker, and then Chris Hand comes in a little late | aired on Thursday, July 30th, 2026 on Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis Produced by Samuel RutherfordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests: George Harris, Candidate for State Senate #8

Guests: George Harris, Candidate for State Senate #8

In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down with Jai Smith, an official Influencer for Detroit Public Schools Community District to discuss a youth perspective on politics ahead of the 2026 Michigan Primary Election.If you're looking to learn more about candidates in each race check out our forum, held in partnership with SEIU Michigan, which took place on July 18th, ahead of the 2026 Michigan U.S. House, State House, and State Senate elections.At the forum, residents had the chance to learn where candidates stand on community priorities, local policy, and issues shaping Detroit's Eastside.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit and watch the forum replay, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:WAYNE COUNTY VOTERS WILL SHAPE THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY'S FUTUREWHITMER ENDORSES STEVENS IN U.S. SENATE RACESupport the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with 38th State Senate Republican candidate Beau LaFave about his campaign and issues relating to the Copper Country.Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM, and 10:00 on WHBS 96.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Copper Shores Community Health Foundation. Copyright © 2026, ListenUpRadio, Houghton, MI.

Today we'll spend hour one with Candidate for State Senate in District O, Ryan William Sheldon. We'll get his take on the biggest problems facing the state. Then in hour two we'll get our weekly visit with the hose of oversightLIVE Ben Carpenter.

The State Senate is exploring ideas like bringing back local happy hour to capitalize on a summer full of major events.... and Sue had the perfect solution: two trolleys, a Family Fun Trolley by day and a Happy Hour Trolley by night.

In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down to discuss what went down at the 2026 Eastside Candidate Forum. The Eastside Candidate Forum, held in partnership with SEIU Michigan, took place on July 18th, ahead of the 2026 Michigan U.S. House, State House, and State Senate elections.At the forum, residents had the chance to learn where candidates stand on community priorities, local policy, and issues shaping Detroit's Eastside.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit and watch the replay, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:NO SHRI FOR ME: MCKINNEY BRINGS PROGRESSIVE CONGRESSIONAL HOPEFULSSupport the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

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Dr. Ellen Nichols is running for Missouri State Senate to represent district 32 which covers Joplin, Neosho, and Carthage. Dr. Nichols joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss her background, why she is running, and what she hopes to do if elected. Join Ted and Steve for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Dave Prestin, a candidate for the Republican nomination for the 38th District State Senate seat.Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM, and 10:00 on WHBS 96.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Copper Shores Community Health Foundation. Copyright © 2026, ListenUpRadio, Houghton, MI.

The gloves come off as Tricia Byrnes, Missouri House member and Senate District 10 candidate, exposes a vicious opponent-backed attack ad twisting her genuine effort to fix a broken 988 crisis line into a fabricated criminal accusation. Byrnes details how her own investigation found the 988 system leaving suicidal callers waiting over an hour for a human response, a discovery that led President Trump to defund the transgender chatbot portion of the program nationally. She reveals her opponent's campaign strategists knew the real story, had it in writing, and pushed the false narrative anyway, even mistakenly mailing the attack piece to the wrong district. Byrnes stands firm on her record, from holding the federal government accountable on Coldwater Creek to banning cell phones in classrooms, while pivoting to her next fight: getting books and cursive writing back in Missouri schools. A raw, revealing conversation about the dirty tricks of primary season on The Marc Cox Morning Show. Hashtags: #TrishaByrnes #MissouriSenate #988Hotline #CampaignAttackAds #ElectionIntegrity #ColdwaterCreek #ProtectKids #MissouriPolitics #ConservativeTalk #FaithFamilyFreedom #MarcCoxMorningShow

In this episode of Beyond the Campaign, Lindsey Patrick Wright shares her inspiring journey from career librarian to Tennessee State Senate candidate. She discusses why public libraries are essential to strong communities, the power of grassroots activism, and her commitment to protecting human rights in a challenging political landscape. The conversation explores civic engagement, public service, and the importance of standing up for equitable policies that strengthen communities across Tennessee and beyond.What We're Talking About...Lindsey Patrick Wright's journey from librarian to Tennessee State Senate candidateThe vital role of public libraries in strengthening communities and protecting democracyThe impact of book banning, censorship, and intellectual freedom in schoolsGrassroots campaigning strategies that increase voter engagement and civic participationHow social media shapes political campaigns, public discourse, and electionsWhy community representation matters in state and local governmentStrategies for flipping political seats and building momentum in Tennessee electionsHow national political issues influence local races and voter prioritiesChapters00:00 Introduction to Lindsey Patrick Wright and her background02:00 Lindsey's journey from theater to librarianship03:52 The multifaceted role of public libraries09:03 Community activism and fighting book bans12:50 The rise of Moms for Liberty and their impact16:11 Lindsay's personal story and coming out as LGBTQ+19:50 Deciding to run for office and the low bar for candidates26:00 Gerrymandering and the fight to flip Tennessee seats28:59 Engaging young voters and grassroots efforts33:01 The role of social media in modern campaigning36:10 How to support Lindsey's campaign and get involvedLinks MentionedLindsey Patrick Wright's campaign website: https://www.lindseyfortn.comInstagram: @‌lindseypatrickwright

In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down with Organizer and Labor Policy Expert, Jasmine Kaltenbach to discuss the upcoming 2026 Eastside Candidate Forum.The Eastside Candidate Forum , held in partnership with SEIU Michigan, takes place on July 18th, ahead of the 2026 Michigan U.S. House, State House, and State Senate elections.At the forum, residents will have the chance to learn where candidates stand on community priorities, local policy, and issues shaping Detroit's Eastside.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit and register for the forum, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:HOW THE OBAMAS ARE MOTIVATING BLACK VOTERS IN MICHIGAN'S U.S. SENATE RACESupport the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: East St. Louis family of 5 murdered by 16-year-old boy 12:14 SEGMENT 2: Vernon Norman, candidate for State Senate, District 14 || in studio || TOPIC: How the Senate campaign is going || The August 4 primary election || District 14 is based in North County and includes Ferguson, Overland, U-City, the airport, and UMSL || Priorities include safety, schools, jobs, and tax reform. normanformissouri.com 29:07 SEGMENT 3: Steve Manns, Owner of Timothy's Restaurant in Creve Coeur || in studio || TOPIC: Small business concerns || Working with Royal Banks || Events || Happy hour || Now hiring || Lunch hours || What is Chef Will dreaming up? timothysstl.com https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1: East St. Louis family of 5 murdered by 16-year-old boy 12:14 SEGMENT 2: Vernon Norman, candidate for State Senate, District 14 || in studio || TOPIC: How the Senate campaign is going || The August 4 primary election || District 14 is based in North County and includes Ferguson, Overland, U-City, the airport, and UMSL || Priorities include safety, schools, jobs, and tax reform. normanformissouri.com 29:07 SEGMENT 3: Steve Manns, Owner of Timothy's Restaurant in Creve Coeur || in studio || TOPIC: Small business concerns || Working with Royal Banks || Events || Happy hour || Now hiring || Lunch hours || What is Chef Will dreaming up? timothysstl.com https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW Vernon Norman, candidate for State Senate, District 14 || in studio || TOPIC: How the Senate campaign is going || The August 4 primary election || District 14 is based in North County and includes Ferguson, Overland, U-City, the airport, and UMSL || Priorities include safety, schools, jobs, and tax reform. normanformissouri.com https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW Vernon Norman, candidate for State Senate, District 14 || in studio || TOPIC: How the Senate campaign is going || The August 4 primary election || District 14 is based in North County and includes Ferguson, Overland, U-City, the airport, and UMSL || Priorities include safety, schools, jobs, and tax reform. normanformissouri.com https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Norton joins Brian Nichols to reveal why Trump won Michigan by a BIGGER margin in 2024 than 2016 - and how Republicans are quietly converting blue dog Democrats to turn a supposed blue state red. This is an Afghan War veteran and Michigan State Senate candidate breaking down the demographic shift nobody in the national media wants to admit: gun-owning, pro-union Democrats who are done with the far-left agenda and flipping right. According to Tom, Michigan isn't drifting blue... it's trending red, and it's becoming more conservative than it's been in decades. We expose the reality behind the "Michigan is a blue state" narrative... and the ground game that's actually moving the needle. Tom knocked roughly 8,000 doors in a single week - and he's selling voters on a platform that should make every bureaucrat in Lansing sweat. Gutting CPS. A Michigan version of DOGE. Full school choice. This is the playbook that's converting Democrats one door at a time. But here's the question that should keep both parties up at night... if a former blue wall state is flipping red, what does that do to the map in 2028? Get this shift wrong and you misread the entire country.Inside, you'll hear Tom explain why Michigan Democrats are "blue dog" Democrats who like their guns (17:19)... how the Michigan GOP went from Romney-Rockefeller liberal to genuinely conservative (17:19)... plus the CPS due-process nightmare costing veterans their kids (6:16) and the lottery-style audit he wants running the entire state budget, Ron Paul "audit the Fed" style (7:53). If you got value from this one, smash subscribe and hit the notification bell - new episodes drop every Thursday at 9PM Eastern. Follow Brian across X, Facebook, and Instagram @BNicholsLiberty. Today's show is powered by Cardio Miracle - head to cardiomiracle.com/TBNS  for 15% off. Support Tom's campaign at ThomasJNorton.com. Educated. Enlightened. Informed.CHAPTERS0:00 - Intro 2:54 - He Scared The Feds... Now He's Coming For CPS 6:16 - Why 62% Of CPS Kids Turn Violent 7:53 - Michigan's Version Of DOGE 10:32 - Where Your School Taxes Really Go 17:19 - Did Trump Turn Michigan Red? 21:40 - Where To Cast Your VoteLinks:Tom Norton for State Senate (campaign + donate) - ⁠https://www.thomasjnorton.com/⁠Donate direct - ⁠https://secure.anedot.com/friends-of-thomas-norton/donate⁠Tom Norton on X - ⁠https://x.com/ForNorton⁠Sponsor:Cardio Miracle - ⁠https://cardiomiracle.com/TBNS⁠ (15% off) The Brian Nichols Show:Follow Brian @BNicholsLiberty on X, Facebook, and InstagramWatch on YouTube, Rumble, X, Facebook - Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube MusicNew episodes Thursdays, 9PM EST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Has the State Senate had enough of the governor's secret deal and refusal to compromise? We think they're ready to say "take a compromise or we're going home to stay."

Tom Norton joins Brian Nichols to reveal why Trump won Michigan by a BIGGER margin in 2024 than 2016 - and how Republicans are quietly converting blue dog Democrats to turn a supposed blue state red. This is an Afghan War veteran and Michigan State Senate candidate breaking down the demographic shift nobody in the national media wants to admit: gun-owning, pro-union Democrats who are done with the far-left agenda and flipping right. According to Tom, Michigan isn't drifting blue... it's trending red, and it's becoming more conservative than it's been in decades. We expose the reality behind the "Michigan is a blue state" narrative... and the ground game that's actually moving the needle. Tom knocked roughly 8,000 doors in a single week - and he's selling voters on a platform that should make every bureaucrat in Lansing sweat. Gutting CPS. A Michigan version of DOGE. Full school choice. This is the playbook that's converting Democrats one door at a time. But here's the question that should keep both parties up at night... if a former blue wall state is flipping red, what does that do to the map in 2028? Get this shift wrong and you misread the entire country. Inside, you'll hear Tom explain why Michigan Democrats are "blue dog" Democrats who like their guns (17:19)... how the Michigan GOP went from Romney-Rockefeller liberal to genuinely conservative (17:19)... plus the CPS due-process nightmare costing veterans their kids (6:16) and the lottery-style audit he wants running the entire state budget, Ron Paul "audit the Fed" style (7:53). If you got value from this one, smash subscribe and hit the notification bell - new episodes drop every Thursday at 9PM Eastern. Follow Brian across X, Facebook, and Instagram @BNicholsLiberty. Today's show is powered by Cardio Miracle - head to cardiomiracle.com/TBNS for 15% off. Support Tom's campaign at ThomasJNorton.com. Educated. Enlightened. Informed. CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 2:54 - He Scared The Feds... Now He's Coming For CPS 6:16 - Why 62% Of CPS Kids Turn Violent 7:53 - Michigan's Version Of DOGE 10:32 - Where Your School Taxes Really Go 17:19 - Did Trump Turn Michigan Red? 21:40 - Where To Cast Your Vote Links: Tom Norton for State Senate (campaign + donate) - https://www.thomasjnorton.com/ Donate direct - https://secure.anedot.com/friends-of-thomas-norton/donate Tom Norton on X - https://x.com/ForNorton Sponsor: Cardio Miracle - https://cardiomiracle.com/TBNS (15% off) The Brian Nichols Show: Follow Brian @BNicholsLiberty on X, Facebook, and Instagram Watch on YouTube, Rumble, X, Facebook - Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music New episodes Thursdays, 9PM EST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Angela Wynn on running for state senate in Rutherford County.

“I am a lifelong Eastsider. I was born, raised, educated, and I still live on the East Side of Detroit.” Toinu Reeves, Michigan State Senate candidate for District 3, joins Detroit is Different with a story rooted in neighborhood, family, and economic vision. From being born at Hutzel Hospital to growing up near Mack and Chrysler, from Bates Academy to deep family roots in Jefferson Chalmers, Reeves carries the Eastside into every part of his campaign. He remembers Jefferson Chalmers as “one of the most beautiful places,” filled with big trees, river parks, swans, canals, elders, cousins, Spades tables, and pickup basketball. Known as the “Eastside Economist,” Reeves explains why he is running: to bring lived experience, financial knowledge, and policy skill together for a district that deserves more than campaign promises. With a background in economics, finance, public finance, tax policy, and trade, he breaks down “economic leakage,” collective ownership, neighborhood investment funds, and how Detroiters can build wealth by owning pieces of the businesses they already support. This episode is about protecting legacy, building Black wealth, and electing leaders with the tools to turn Eastside experience into policy that works for the future of Black Detroit. Detroit is Different is a podcast hosted by Khary Frazier covering people adding to the culture of an American Classic city. Visit www.detroitisdifferent.com to hear, see and experience more of what makes Detroit different. Follow, like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes, Google Play, and Sticher. Comment, suggest and connect with the podcast by emailing info@detroitisdifferent.com Find out more at https://detroit-is-different.pinecast.co

Episode 448 of Boss Hog of Liberty is available now. Host voices are Jeremiah Morrell, Bones Harcourt, and Zachary Burcham. Guests this week are Travis Weik, Editor of The Courier Times, and Payton Cravens, Sports Editor of The Courier Times. America is 250 years old this week and we dig into the importance of having local media in our communities. The 4th estate is considered a protection of this country and there is still a relevance to it in the modern era of media. Payton Cravens tells breaks down what it is like to cover sports news for a community like Henry County.  Local elections are shaping up and we preview the competitive races for County Sheriff, State Representative, State Senate, Township Trustee, and Secretary of State. What surprises might be ahead for the summer? In sports, the World Cup is reaching elimination games. Powerhouses in Scotland, Germany, Japan, and the Netherlands are out. As of recording time, USA is looking at a tough path, but still on track for success! IndyCar is headed to Mid Ohio for the July 4th weekend, weather conditions look brutal for the weekend. Will Zach and Jeremiah melt? The Indiana Pacers made a move to bring Braden Smith to the team, drafting him out of Purdue. Is this move to win games, or is it an effort to sell tickets and appease a disappointed local fan base? Next Episode records Thursday, July 9th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sandra interviews Philip Milam about his runoff campaign for State Senate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Americans are drinking less wine, but growers say there's another reason demand is down for California grapes. It's a law that allows U.S. wineries to include cheaper imported wines in products labeled as American. On Tuesday, the State Senate will vote on a bill sponsored by California grape growers that aims to close that international blending loophole. Reporter: Tina Caputo California is suing the Trump administration over its latest attempt to undo Clean Air Act waivers, which govern many of the state's auto emission standards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 184, we sit down with Jesse Baker, a progressive challenger who ran a scrappy, grassroots campaign for Ohio State Senate with no establishment support and nearly pulled off an upset - earning 44% of the vote and over 12,000 Ohioans behind him.Jesse is an Ohio native from Findlay and a graduate of The Ohio State University, now living in Columbus's Hilltop neighborhood with his wife Emily and their two cats. Rather than a career in politics, Jesse spent his professional life in business and technology - solving problems and helping organizations operate more effectively.Raised by a single father, Jesse has personally navigated food stamps, years without health insurance, and student loan debt. He didn't just observe these systems — he lived them. That experience drives his belief that the Statehouse has grown disconnected from working Ohioans, and that the Democratic Party has prioritized its own power over boldly fighting for people.Jesse's campaign is centered on fighting for working families, protecting individual rights, and building a more affordable Ohio - led by transparent, courageous leaders willing to put real solutions ahead of partisan games and monied interests.Resources:* Baker for Progress Campaign Website* InstagramWe're bringing together digital creators from across the state to build a powerful digital organizing network called Ohio Creators for Progress. Support and donate to this effort below! ⬇️Connect with United SHE Stands:* Substack* Instagram* TikTok* YouTube* Threads* Buy us a coffee ☕️This episode was edited by Kevin Tanner. Learn more about him and his services here:* Website* Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.unitedshestands.com/subscribe

While there's been plenty of coverage of the gubernatorial, congressional, and U.S. Senate primaries, smaller but equally important battles are also being fought in Denver – like the race to represent Colorado Senate District 34 (a seat currently held by Julie Gonzales). Two Democrats are vying to represent the downtown and northwest Denver district: Andrés Carrera and Chela Garcia Irlando. They engaged in a heated forum last week on stage at Su Teatro, with our producer Paul Karolyi moderating. With the primary election just eight days away, we're sharing this live recording of Carrera and Garcia Irlando, who fiercely debated everything from data centers and the city's handling of the migrant crisis to RTD's budget issues and the role of dark money in this very race. A quick clarification on the “dark money” exchange: After the forum, Conservation Colorado Victory Fund reached out to let us know that they had reported spending on the mailers Paul mentioned, but that the secretary of state's office had not yet updated its database at the time of the forum. For more, the Colorado Sun reported last Thursday a breakdown of all the spending from groups that don't disclose their donors in support of candidates in state legislature races, including SD34.  For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm Would you vote for Chela or Andrés? We want to hear from you! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 22nd episode: Energy Outreach Colorado Vail Wine Classic Denver health Central City Opera Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise

Three journalists from City & State New York joined the show to discuss New York state legislative primaries to watch in the June 2026 elections. Jeff Coltin, Rebecca Lewis, and Holly Pretsky spoke with host Ben Max about a variety of interesting and competitive Democratic primaries for the State Senate and Assembly, broader themes of these primary elections like Mayor Mamdani's endorsements, and more.

The Alaska State Senate passes Governor Dunleavy's pipeline tax legislation, and in the process takes steps to ensure this is a real project.

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Chuck Borges joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career in the military, data science, calling out the DOGE data breach at the Social Security Administration and running for State Senate in Maryland.

We talk about his run in the upcoming election!