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Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has spent a lot of taxpayer money to defend himself in front of the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission. According to the Indiana Capital Chronicle, Rokita has run up nearly a half million dollars in legal bills, as he fights to preserve his law license. Should taxpayers be on the hook for Rokita's defense? Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt discuss on Statehouse Happenings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed off on the state's new two-year operating budget at the deadline late Monday night into Tuesday. The $60 billion dollar spending plan includes money for a new Browns stadium in Brook Park. The state will chip in $600 million taken from unclaimed funds held by the Ohio Department of Commerce. The budget also flattens Ohio's income tax down to a single bracket meaning everyone, minus those who are exempted, will pay the same 2.75% tax rate. DeWine, however, did strike 67 elements from the budget using his line-item veto. It's by far the most he's used the line-item veto. For comparison, on the last operating budget, DeWine used the veto pen 44 times. Statehouse leaders have questioned why the governor removed elements of the budget viewed as property tax relief. Later, we bring you an excerpt from the 11th and final episode of the "Living for We: Keep Ya Head Up" podcast.

A special episode looking back at the property tax reform debate in the 2025 legislative session. Governor Mike Braun threatens to invoke his veto powers and a Statehouse rally calling for lawmakers to make substantial changes to the property tax system.

Attleboro Mayor Cathleen DeSimone talks about immigration, education, economic development and the status of the city's water emergency.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#podcast #politics #Michigan #EnvironmentalJustice #Economics #WorkingClass #MAGAMurderBudget #MAGA #Democrats #Progressives #Mamdani #NYC #CorporateCorruption #CorporateGreed #GovernmentCorruption #Democracy #FossilFuel #NRDC #Environment #TedNugent #LeftOfLansing Here's Episode 139 of Michigan's Premier Progressive Podcast! 00:00-20:28: Nugent In Lansing/Mamdani NYC Victory Pat Johnston opens the show highlighting how Michigan MAGA Republicans welcomed old age rocker, Ted Nugent, to the State House this week to complain about things. Pat explains how Nugent and Dear Leader Trump are very much alike, and not in flattering ways. Pat then talks about how nearly half of Detroit's apartment complexes are without air conditioning, and Michigan's high unemployment rate. He concludes by underlining the big time victory of Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani in the NYC mayoral race, and how it's yet another example of how progressive economic populism is not only popular, but it WINS elections! 20:29-42:23: Derrell Slaughter of NRDC-Michigan Interview Derrell Slaughter is the Michigan Policy Director for Climate & Energy at the Natural Resources Defense Council. Slaughter co-wrote a blog post on the NRDC site called, "Trump Administration's DOE Is Forcing Coal Plants To Remain Open. Michigan Is The First Target." Pat and Derrell discuss how Trump's Energy Dept. is forcing an old Consumer's Energy plant in Ottawa County to remain open even though the plant was scheduled to shut-down last month. Slaughter explains why this unprecedented move will cost Michiganders both economically and environmentally. 42:24-48:04: Last Call on Unhinged Democrats The "Last Call" this week spotlights those Democrats who view progressive Democrats, like Zohran Mamdani, as more of an enemy than they view MAGA Republicans as the real opposition to the working class, to liberty, and to democracy.  48:05-50:30: Ending Please, subscribe to the podcast, download each episode, and give it a good review if you can! leftoflansing@gmail.com Left of Lansing is now on YouTube as well! leftoflansing.com NOTES: "Trump Administration's DOE Is Forcing Coal Plants to Stay Open. Michigan Is the First Target." By Derrell Slaughter and Casey Roberts of the NRDC of Michigan "New Detroit mayoral poll signals Sheffield, Kinloch, Craig are top contenders." By Malachi Barrett of Bridge Detroit "Failing air conditioners, extreme heat have City Council concerned." By Malachi Barrett of Bridge Detroit "The Doublespeak of Energy Secretary Chris Wright." By Abraham Lustgarten of Pro Publica "Nessel challenges order to keep J.H. Campbell Plant open as energy experts predict price hikes." By Sarah Leach of The Ottawa News Network "We can have nice things." By Marisa Kabas of The Handbasket "As Ted Nugent rails against Michigan wildlife regulations, Dems call hearing ‘absurd' and ‘shameful.'" By Ben Solis of Michigan Advance "Don't Forget Who They Are: Political Amnesia in Times of Crisis." By Jared Yates Sexton in Dispatches From A Collapsing State

Vic Verchereau welcomes Aric Nesbitt, who is the Michigan State Senate Republican Leader. Sen. Aric Nesbitt grew up as the middle child on a six-generation family farm in West Michigan. He went on to earn an economics degree from Hillsdale College, later earning a master's in international business. He received the “Distinguished Alumnus” award from Hillsdale for his work as a conservative reformer. In 2010, Nesbitt was elected to represent Van Buren County and part of Allegan County in the Michigan House of Representatives. He served three terms in the State House, achieving results for hardworking taxpayers by balancing budgets and reducing debt, lowering the tax burden, eliminating thousands of regulations, and defending our West Michigan values. Nesbitt currently serves as Senate Republican Leader and is a candidate for Michigan Governor. Listen in as the Leadership Lowdown host, Vic Verchereau gets the Minority Leader's take on getting things done in tough political times and coming together through consensus. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Indianapolis City-County Councilor Crista Carlino was allegedly kicked out of the Democrat Caucus over her calls for Joe Hogsett to resign and Council President Vop Osili and Vice President Ali Brown to resign their positions. Carlino is the second Democrat to be kicked out of the caucus in part because of criticism of the mayor. Democrats near complete shutdown of Hogsett criticism, coupled with Republican silence has our Statehouse Happenings crew wondering, why almost everyone appears to be protecting Hogsett? Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt discuss on this week's show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Freshman Representative Gil Gatch, to discuss his life and politics in the low country, his background as a musician, pastor, lawyer, and politician, how the legislature really functions, and so much more! Hear the Senators break down current events in S.C., discuss the allegations and arrest of S.C. Freedom Caucus founder, his suspension and potential expulsion, the lawsuit surrounding legislative raises, try some new bourbon, and talk to Brandon Dermody about a new Bill in SC called the Equine Advancement Act. Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some of the legislature's most controversial bills. Join Senators Sheheen and Lourie in this week's episode where they take a deeper look at upcoming legislation and lawmakers' actions in S.C.   Support the showKeep up to Date with BITBR: Twitter.com/BITBRpodcastFacebook.com/BITBRpodcasthttps://bourboninthebackroom.buzzsprout.com

The lawsuit — filed against three school rectors — is the latest General Assembly push against Youngkin. The governor told VPM News Tuesday that this is a fight against his administration's work to dismantle “illegal discrimination,” which is how he has referred to DEI.  Plus: Several areas in Central Virginia have opened cooling stations. 

Children who grow up in state homes have more behaviour issues in early childhood than those who don't, but they largely converge by early adolescence to have similar or higher wellbeing. 

A Dunedin mum and her son, who has a severe disability, have been stuck in a cold, dark, wet Kāinga Ora house for nearly a week after a hot water cylinder burst. Katie, who RNZ is only identifying by her first name, says it felt violating and undignified.17 year old Alex who has epilepsy and severe autism needs to be bathed and dressed by his mother; she had to take care of him in the dark and noise as contractors worked to fix the flood damage Mosgiel state house they live in. Tess Brunton reports.

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University of Florida's interim President Kent Fuch hires Clemmons as VP for Community Relations. Chuck is Gators, and long-time local college administrator at Santa Fe College

In this special edition of "10 News Conference," NBC 10's Gene Valicenti brings together NBC 10 reporter Katie Benoit and the three attorneys who provided analysis in our "Daily Debrief" throughout Karen Read's retrial.The panel breaks down the verdict, separates fact from fiction, and considers what lies ahead for Karen Read's civil suit.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ohioans have told lawmakers they need to do something about increasing property taxes. While a grassroots effort to put a constitutional amendment before voters to abolish property taxes works to collect petition signatures, a number of other bills and proposals are taking shape at the Statehouse. One of those bills would reduce property tax collections by $3.5 billion is getting pushback. House Bill 335 would eliminate the 1% property tax value that schools and local governments can levy without voter approval. It's known as inside millage. The bill is sponsored by Republican state Representative David Thomas of Jefferson, in Ashtabula County. Schools and local governments say the bill would be cataclysmic for school staffing and public services. Property taxes and what to do about them begins this week's discussion of news on the “Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable.”

This week on Newsmakers: Tim White and Ted Nesi are joined by The Providence Journal's Patrick Anderson and Rhode Island Current's Nancy Lavin to break down the $14.3 billion state budget and peel back the curtain on the closing week of this year's General Assembly session.

House and Senate negotiators completed work on a new state spending plan for the full legislature to vote on next week. As soon as they were done, Gov. Kelly Ayotte said she couldn't support it, and would veto the proposal. As we near the end of the current legislative session, we have an update from the State House with NHPR's senior political reporter Josh Rogers.

The rise of Val Lawson as president of the Rhode Island Senate put questions of conflict of interest front and center at the Statehouse this year. That's because Lawson also serves as president of one of the state's largest teachers' unions. Lawson says she's capable of policing her own potential conflicts, and the Rhode Island Ethics Commission offered an ok for her dual roles as president. But Lawson's number two is a longtime former labor official and labor remains an influential special interest at the Statehouse. That's a place where corporate lobbyists significantly outnumber advocates for nonprofit groups. In related news, efforts to modernize the state's open records law once again ran into a brick wall on Smith Hill this year. So what did this legislative session show us about the outlook for good government in Rhode Island? How can everyday citizens make their voices heard in the corridors of power? And what can be done about the broader problem of political violence in our polarized world? This week on Political Roundtable, I'm going in depth with John Marion, executive director of the nonpartisan good government group Common Cause of Rhode Island.

This week on A Lively Experiment: keeping up with the flurry of decisions at the State House as the gavel lowers on this year's General Assembly session. What's in, what's out - and what does it all mean? Moderator Jim Hummel breaks it down with former RI Attorney General Arlene Violet, political contributor Joe Paolino and attorney and former Governor Almond's Chief of Staff, Joe Larisa.

There is new scrutiny over the gifts state lawmakers and statewide elected officials are allowed to receive after the Lt. Governor and Security of State were photographed attending the NBA Finals with a man who once went to prison for bribery. Should elected officials be allowed to accept gifts and should transparency and reporting requirements be beefed up? Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz and Jim Merritt discuss on this week's Statehouse Happenings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A defiant Joe Hogsett claims he has no plans to resign in the wake of the Thomas Cook scandal and his alleged role in covering it up. With public outcry and calls for him to go reaching new levels, the question is, can he be forced? Abdul-Hakim Shabazz says yes. On this week's Statehouse Happenings, Abdul joins Rob Kendall and Jim Merritt to discuss a scenario that could result in the takedown of the Mayor of Indianapolis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June10, 2025: we look at some action happening this week in the Statehouse; we hear about a new gas-fired energy plant that Duke Energy is proposing in the Upstate; we begin bringing you stories from our Voices Collected series commemorating the 10 year anniversary of the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting; and more!

Social workers are worried state house tenants who have been evicted are then blacklisted - and end up on the street. Amy Williams filed this report.

This week we're gonna catch up on the latest from the State House where the Legislature is racing toward the end of the session. There's a lot going on. But we're going to focus on a few highlights, starting with a conflict between Democrats and Republicans over a "red flag" bill that will appear as a ballot measure in November.

June 6, 2025 ~ Beth LeBlanc, Reporter for the Detroit News discusses Republicans in the State Legislature suing Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.

AFL-CIO President Patrick Crowley joins the show following his appearance at a statehouse "health care rally" organized by Attorney General Peter Neronha. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was uncovered this week that State Senator Mike Bohacek is facing charges related to an OWI in January. What has many up in arms, is the alleged offense is just now becoming public thanks to a law that shields lawmakers from legal accountability shortly before, during, and after the legislative session. On this week's Statehouse Happenings, Rob Kendall, Jim Merritt, and Abdul-Hakim Shabazz examine how Bohacek was able to evade public scrutiny, as well as who knew what and when. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On this airing of Your Money Matters: Segment 1: Kevin Micheli, President and COO at Charles Hall Construction, joins Jon Hansen to discuss Kevin’s latest building project, a 154-unit development. The two also talk about the hurdles in the building process and the best aspects of Fox Lake. Segment 2: Ben Salinski, a Statehouse reporter […]

A new law signed by Gov. Kelly Ayotte grants the gun manufacturer Sig Sauer immunity from some lawsuits in New Hampshire. Market Basket's board of directors is investigating its CEO, and has placed him on administrative leave. And there's a lot happening at the State House in Concord right now as lawmakers near the end of the legislative session. We talk about some of the bills you might've missed on this edition of the New Hampshire News Recap with NHPR's Todd Bookman and the New Hampshire Bulletin's Will Skipworth.

Democrats in the State House slowed progress on the first day of the special session, claiming a lack of transparency and calls to rubber stamp bills. Then, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals hears arguments over accusations of police brutality and racial profiling to increase city revenues. Plus, the challenges of obtaining emergency care in rural parts of the state draw the attention of Mississippi Senator Roger Wicker as medical professionals look for ways to provide needed care in a crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another week, another set of bad headlines for Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales. Not only did the Marion County Election Board vote to open an investigation into his recent advertisement where he is accused of potentially violating Indiana election law. On top of that, Morales is facing questions about an apparent meeting with Hungarian officials where he may have pledged action related to agriculture affairs he does not appear to have authority over. On this week's Statehouse Happenings, Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt discuss the latest unflattering news for the Indiana Secretary of State. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, new Senator Overture Walker, to discuss his family roots in Sumter, his education at U.S.C., how he got his start in Politics, his goals for his tenure as a Senator, how it feels being in the super minority of Senate Democrats, Problems with the Insurance Industry, SCOUT MOTORS Plant, School Vouchers, and what to look for in the coming terms. Hear Bourbon Briefs where the Senators discuss the latest updates from the capital, including the Supreme Court's sign-off on a strict abortion ban, a republican super majority in the senate AND the house, increasing S.C.'s energy production needs, and much more!Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some of the legislature's most controversial bills. Join Senators Sheheen and Lourie in this week's episode where they take a deeper look at upcoming legislation and lawmakers' actions in S.C.   Support the showKeep up to Date with BITBR: Twitter.com/BITBRpodcastFacebook.com/BITBRpodcasthttps://bourboninthebackroom.buzzsprout.com

Even with the Legislature adjourned, it's been a busy month of May in the Statehouse — and especially in courthouses. The Chillin' team has an update on legal affairs from a multitude of cases, as well as a story we've been itching to share about screwworms.

Even with the Legislature adjourned, it's been a busy month of May in the Statehouse — and especially in courthouses. The Chillin' team has an update on legal affairs from a multitude of cases, as well as a story we've been itching to share about screwworms.

A shooting outside Mass General Hospital shuts down roads for a time in Boston, the White House takes another shot at Harvard, and public defenders gather at the State House. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

     Slam the Gavel podcast welcomes Elizabeth McNeese to the podcast. Elizabeth is an Ohio mother of three who has been advocating for her youngest son since birth as he is a special needs child who will soon be 18.     Advocating isn't new for Elizabeth, who  is speaking out for reform and justice in the court systems. Elizabeth has co-authored legislation and is working with Ohio lawmakers to try and make things better for Ohio's families.      Living close to Columbus, Elizabeth went to the State House and started meeting with lawmakers. Starting five years ago with her first co-authored bill which was well received, as there were 61 co-sponsors in the House of Representatives. It was very popular, however it caught the judiciary and the Bar Association by surprise. They retaliated by creating their own bill and Elizabeth has been battling them to this day.      Liz also got two bills passed that were "equal parenting" bills (200 pages). The judges and the Bar successfully blocked both of them. At taxpayer expense, the Judge's then wrote their own bill (SB174), 400 pages long. Three years ago the Ohio Judicial Conference sent Elizabeth a copy of this bill that was introduced in the senate by two family law attorneys on behalf of the judges. The main judge, Judge Denise McColley, mother of Senate President Robert Mc Colley, who successfully blocked Elizabeth's bill and pitched his mother's bill at the same time. He got two family law attorneys to pick it up and it has gathered momentum. The judges support it. It was a counter bill to what Elizabeth was trying to do with her bill. Essentially SB174 wants to take away Parental Rights.      The public can help Ohio citizens, share information and email legislators and State House.To Reach Elizabeth McNeese: ermcneese@gmail.com and her YouTube channel We The Parents MovieSupportshow(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)Maryann Petri: dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.comhttps://www.tiktok.com/@maryannpetriFacebook:  https://www.youtube.com/@slamthegavelpodcasthostmar5536Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guitarpeace/Pinterest: Slam The Gavel Podcast/@guitarpeaceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryann-petri-62a46b1ab/  YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@slamthegavelpodcasthostmar5536  Twitter https://x.com/PetriMaryannEzlegalsuit.com   https://ko-fi.com/maryannpetri*DISCLAIMER* The use of this information is at the viewer/user's own risk. Not financial, medical nor legal advice as the content on this podcast does not constitute legal, financial, medical or any other professional advice. Viewer/user's should consult with the relevant professionals. Reproduction, distribution, performing, publicly displaying and making a derivative of the work is explicitly prohibited without permission from content creator. Podcast is protected by owner. The content creator maintains the exclusive right and any unauthorized copyright infringement is subject to legal prosecution. Support the showSupportshow(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/

In this week’s episode of Political Contessa, Jennifer welcomes Scotia Hille, Executive Director of Act on Mass. Scotia’s career began in climate policy, where she worked on national campaigns and later shifted her focus to improving government transparency in Massachusetts. With a background in science and policy, and a dedication to holding elected officials accountable, Scotia now leads advocacy efforts for legislative reform and open government, aiming to strengthen democracy in one of the nation’s least transparent state legislatures. Jennifer and Scotia dive into the urgent issue of transparency and accountability in the Massachusetts legislature, a topic that crosses party lines and draws advocates from across the political spectrum. The conversation uncovers how Massachusetts lacks fundamental nonpartisan research support for lawmakers, making it the only state in the country without this basic legislative office. Jennifer and Scotia expose the “mob-like” leadership structure, the culture of committee stipends for little or no work, and hidden budget earmarks that slipped past the public and lawmakers. They critique the lack of local news scrutiny, the persistence of backroom deals, and the enormous barriers facing reformers. The episode also sparks debate over term limits, full-time versus part-time legislatures, stagnation from entrenched leadership, and the role of citizen coalitions like the Coalition to Reform Our Legislature. The discussion reveals controversial comments about power hoarding, lack of individual lawmaker autonomy, and misuse of taxpayer dollars, urging listeners to demand more from their elected representatives. “It's very much run almost like a mafia, where leadership calls a lot of the shots.” ~Scotia Hille This week on Political Contessa: The origins and mission of Act on Mass and Coalition to Reform Our Legislature Massachusetts is the “least transparent” state legislature in the country The complete absence of a nonpartisan legislative research bureau in Massachusetts The power dynamics and control tactics used by legislative leadership Stipend reform and the existence of “ghost committees” that rarely meet The connection between committee assignments, added salary, and political loyalty Lack of individual roll call votes and the use of consolidated amendments to conceal spending Decline in local journalism and its impact on holding the legislature accountable Connect with Scotia Hille and Resources Mentioned: Act on Mass Website: https://actonmass.org Democracy in Decline Report (referenced research): https://report.actonmass.org Coalition to Reform Our Legislature (KROLL): https://reform-ma.org Twitter: @Act_on_Mass For more insights on statehouse transparency and reform in Massachusetts, follow Act on Mass and join the Coalition to Reform Our Legislature’s weekly meetings. Awaken Your Inner Political Contessa Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Political Contessa. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Google Podcasts Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media. And if you’ve ever considered running for office – or know a woman who should – head over to politicalcontessa.com to grab my quick guide, Secrets from the Campaign Trail. It will show you five signs to tell you you’re ready to enter the political arena.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diego Morales is back in the news. This time for appearing to make himself try and look taller by standing on his tippy-toes in multiple photos with constituents. The pictures have drawn laughter for their ridiculousness and raised questions about why the Secretary of State is so concerned about making himself look taller. On this week's Statehouse Happenings, Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt discuss the latest red flag from a guy whose behavior is constantly drawing attention. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kentucky ConspiracyJump to the Ad-Free Safe House EditionEpisode 122The Commonwealth of Kentucky was thrown into political turmoil over the election of its governor in 1899, and the winner's murder. The republican candidate, William S. Taylor, first appeared to win the election by a narrow margin, but the votes were challenged by his opponent, William Justice Goebel,  who eventually won the seat by the act of the legislature. Tensions ran high in the days before his inauguration as these Kentuckians took their politics seriously. Deadly seriously.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-historian--2909311/support.

Sine Die and the end of session create a fervor of activity at the State's Capital! Vincent and Joel sit down and have a few drinks at Tin Roof across from the Capitol Building. As Senators and Representatives finish up session, they walk across the street, join in on the drinks, and answer some pressing questions for South Carolina's most informational insider political podcast - Bourbon in the Back Room!Rep. Gary Simrill, Rep. Heather Bauer, Sen. Luke Rankin, Rep. Micah Caskey, Rep. Spencer Wetmore, Rep. Beth Bernstein, Rep. Hamilton grant, Sen. Jeffrey Graham, Sen. Brad Hutto, Sen. Greg Hembree, Rep. Todd Rutherford, Sen. Jason Elliot, Sen. Tom Davis, Sen. Ronnie Sabb, Sen. Tameika Isaac Devine, Sen. Thomas Alexander, Sen. Russell Ott, Sen. Ed Sutton, Sen. Sean Bennett, Sen. Deon Tedder, Reporter Maayan Schecter, Reporter Mary Green, Rep. Brandon Guffy, and Rep Heath Sessions, stop by to discuss the highlights of the year, what got done, and what's coming up!Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some of the General Assembly's controversial bills. Join Senator Sheheen and Representative Bakari Sellers in this week's episode where they take a deeper look at upcoming legislation and lawmakers' actions in S.C. Support the showKeep up to Date with BITBR: Twitter.com/BITBRpodcastFacebook.com/BITBRpodcasthttps://bourboninthebackroom.buzzsprout.com

It's been a rough month for Mike Braun. From a reviled property tax bill, to raising taxes to pass a budget, to an announcement about enhanced tolling in the near future, many are upset with Indiana's Governor. With the outcry showing no signs of slowing down, Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt examine what the governor can do to try and quell the rage from Hoosiers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indy Politics released a new informal survey, and the results were disastrous for both Governor Mike Braun and Secretary of State Diego Morales. Of the more than 800 people who responded, 70 percent disapproved of the job Braun was doing, and an astonishing 80 percent were down on Morales. As bad as the results for those two were, the Indiana General Assembly fared even worse. Why is the populous so upset and what can be done to appease them? Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt discuss on this week's Statehouse Happenings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vincent and Joel sit down LIVE with SC Secretary of Commerce, Harry Lightsey III, before the Leadership Columbia class of 2025 in the Palmetto Club. Hear the famous segment "Bourbon Briefs" where the senators recap the most recent events in the Capitol, legislative pay raises, further gubernatorial controversy, and more! Then listen to the Senators discuss South Carolina economic development with the Secretary of Commerce himself. Hear about his career in government and business, time on the Federal Reserve Board, and work in South Carolina to bring businesses in, invest in the State, and help build better communities. Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some of the legislature's most controversial bills. Join Senators Sheheen and Lourie in this week's episode where they take a deeper look at upcoming legislation and lawmakers' actions in S.C.   Support the showKeep up to Date with BITBR: Twitter.com/BITBRpodcastFacebook.com/BITBRpodcasthttps://bourboninthebackroom.buzzsprout.com

Gabe Whitley is headed to prison. A Federal Judge sentenced the failed former congressional candidate to three months in prison for falsifying campaign finance reports. The judge's ruling brings to an end a long saga, in which Whitley made up donors and falsely claimed hundreds of thousands of dollars in campaign contributions. Whitley now will turn his attention to state court, where he faces a felony charge related to threatening Statehouse Happenings' own Abdul-Hakim Shabazz. On this week's show, host Rob Kendall is joined by Shabazz and Jim Merritt to discuss the incredible downfall of the man who went by "Honest" Gabe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.