Podcasts about voting reform

The Justice Department Shuffle & The Epstein Files Saga Welcome to Purple Political Breakdown, where we cut through the political chaos with nuanced analysis and deep research. This episode dives into the explosive political developments that have Washington spinning faster than a Marvel movie timeline. Nuanced News Breakdown: We start with what we're calling the "Justice Department Shuffle" - Attorney General Pam Bondi's systematic firing of over 20 Justice Department employees who worked on January 6th cases and Trump's classified documents investigation. These weren't random layoffs but targeted removals through the "Weaponization Working Group," bringing total Jack Smith special counsel-related firings to about 35 people. The episode explores how internal drama over the Jeffrey Epstein situation delayed these firings, and why the MAGA base - including Tucker Carlson, Elon Musk, and Steve Bannon - are calling it a cover-up. We'll break down the Trump-Rosie O'Donnell citizenship threat drama, the State Department's bureaucratic earthquake where Marco Rubio fired over 1,300 employees in a single day, and the legal battles mounting around Trump's E. Jean Carroll case and birthright citizenship executive order. Plus, we cover immigration enforcement controversies, Supreme Court cases on transgender athlete bans, and why FBI Director Kash Patel is reportedly considering leaving the administration. Research Deep Dive: Our main research segment takes you inside the Trump-Epstein files saga - the most explosive political story of 2025. We trace the relationship from 1987 through their 15-year friendship, Trump's 2002 comments calling Epstein a "terrific guy," their documented social interactions at Mar-a-Lago, and the real estate dispute that allegedly ended their relationship in 2005. We examine key figures like Alexander Acosta (who gave Epstein the controversial 2008 plea deal and later became Trump's Labor Secretary) and Pam Bondi's complicated history with the case as Florida's Attorney General. The episode breaks down the campaign promises made by Trump's inner circle about releasing Epstein files and exposing client lists, contrasted with the anticlimactic July 2025 Justice Department memo that found "no incriminating client list." The research culminates with Elon Musk's explosive June 2025 Twitter accusation that Trump is in the Epstein files and that's why they haven't been made public - turning a former alliance into a political nuclear bomb that has Congressional Democrats demanding answers and Trump's base questioning everything they were promised. This episode perfectly captures how decades-old relationships can become current political crises, and how the promise of transparency can itself become a source of explosive controversy. 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Link: https://otherweb.com/ VOTING REFORM & DEMOCRACYEqual Vote Coalition & STAR Voting - Advocating for voting methods that ensure every vote counts equally, eliminating wasted votes and strategic voting. Link: https://www.equal.vote/starFuture is Now Coalition (FiNC) - A grassroots movement working to restore democracy through transparency, accountability, and innovative technology while empowering citizens and transforming American political discourse FutureisFutureis. Link: https://futureis.org/ POLITICAL ENGAGEMENTIndependent Center - Resources for independent political thinking and civic engagement. 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In this episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson, we're back with Justin Hans for Part 2 of our deep dive into two big topics on everyone's minds: the upcoming election and the state of American health. Join us as we unpack the issues, talk through the challenges, and explore what's really at stake for our country. If you're looking for some fresh, grounded insights into how our political choices and health policies intersect, you won't want to miss this conversation.--https://noblegoldinvestments.com/who-we-are/--https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2022/09/29/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-after-tour-of-the-korean-demilitarized-zone/--Follow Justin on X: https://x.com/blackhawkce457

What to watch for in the upcoming election results: how the major party coalitions will be affected; what percent of the vote candidates such as Jill Stein, Chase Oliver and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are able to get; and how voting method reform initiatives do in several states.

I'm Just a Gay, Voting Reform UK With the next UK General Election coming on Thursday 4th July, and a Labour landslide predicted, I explain the reasons for my vote being secured by the Reform UK party this year, led by Nigel Farage and Richard Tice. Follow Me

Welcome to "Keeping It Real," in episode 3 we dive into a deeply personal and urgent topic: the critical need to dismantle oppressive systems. This episode focuses on the ongoing genocide in Palestine and examines how American government structures contribute to keeping us uninformed and oppressed. We also explore the profound local impacts right here in Kansas City. In this powerful episode, our hosts discuss how global issues like the genocide in Gaza have direct implications on our local communities, affecting everything from education and healthcare to homelessness and workforce equity. We unpack the political intricacies and highlight the importance of understanding these connections to work towards meaningful change. Samantha shares her personal story of living in Gaza, the loss of her beloved grandmother and cousin, and the ongoing struggles her family faces due to displacement and lack of basic human rights. Her heartfelt narrative brings a human face to the statistics and news headlines, making the conversation even more compelling. We address the pressing need to support grassroots movements, hold our leaders accountable, and rethink our voting strategies beyond the traditional two-party system. This episode emphasizes the power of voting with your dollar and supporting businesses that stand for justice and equality. We delve into the role of lobbyists, corporate money, and foreign interests in shaping American politics. We also highlight the importance of local activism and how participating in local politics can create a ripple effect for national change. Join us as we challenge the status quo, advocate for campaign finance reform, and encourage you to stay informed and involved. Whether you're a seasoned activist or just beginning to understand the complexities of political systems, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable steps for everyone. Please follow and support these Kansas City organizations: Al-Hadaf  Free Palestine KC  Palestinian American Medical Association  Jewish Voice For Peace KC  KC Tenants  The Occupation of the American Mind Explore the powerful influence of media and propaganda in shaping American public opinion and policy regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. "The Occupation of the American Mind" delves into how pro-Israel lobbies and strategic communication campaigns have controlled the narrative and affected perceptions in the U.S. This thought-provoking documentary provides crucial insights into the intersection of media, politics, and international relations. Watch now: Occupation Movie

Recent deadly riots in New Caledonia, have forced the hand of French President, Emmanuel Macron Claims all 18 AFL clubs could be drawn into racism class action The Schumacher family awarded compensation over article which falsely quoted the Formula 1 legend The Swannies sitting pretty at the top of the AFL table And an extra special "Tina The Musical" performance, for SA theatre-goers, tonightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent deadly riots in New Caledonia, have forced the hand of French President, Emmanuel Macron Claims all 18 AFL clubs could be drawn into racism class action The Schumacher family awarded compensation over article which falsely quoted the Formula 1 legend The Swannies sitting pretty at the top of the AFL table And an extra special "Tina The Musical" performance, for SA theatre-goers, tonightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent deadly riots in New Caledonia, have forced the hand of French President, Emmanuel Macron Claims all 18 AFL clubs could be drawn into racism class action The Schumacher family awarded compensation over article which falsely quoted the Formula 1 legend The Swannies sitting pretty at the top of the AFL table And an extra special "Tina The Musical" performance, for SA theatre-goers, tonightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Andi Turner and Garrett Fulce as they discuss the upcoming Republican Party of Texas biennial convention. They delve into the proposed rule changes, including making censured candidates ineligible to run again and closing the primary. They also explore the potential consequences and costs of these changes. With six viable candidates running for chair, the convention promises to be full of drama and intrigue. Tune in to stay informed about the latest developments in Texas politics.0:27Podcast Hosts Discuss Upcoming San Antonio Event Amidst Illness2:17Texas GOP Convention Sparks Controversy and Legal Questions4:37Understanding Primary Voting and Party Affiliation in Texas6:58Closed Primaries, Campaign Strategies, and Voter Engagement8:27Debating the Merits of Open Primaries in Politics12:04Financial Woes and Legal Battles in Politics15:42Irony in Texas GOP's Stance on Ranked Choice Voting17:02Debating Choices for Political Leadership Positions20:47Election Processes Within Senate District Conventions21:18Gender Rules for Chair and Vice Chair Positions21:55Deciphering the Senate District Nomination Process24:10Debate on Delegate Strength Voting and Representation26:26Convention Dynamics and the Intricacies of Political Processes28:43Discussing Upcoming Elections and the Importance of Voting31:21Inadequate Evacuation Routes and Developer Accountability32:42Podcast Episode Wrap-Up and Upcoming Convention TeaserFollow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast

Why voter reform?The ProblemSTAR stands for Score Then Automatic RunoffGive your favorite 5 stars, give your least favorite zero and score the others as you like.You can score your conscience.You don't have to worry about voting for the lessor of two evils or wasting your vote.Scores are created by adding all the scores until all the ballots are counted.The two highest scoring candidates are finalists.The remaining candidates are out of the running.Next, scores are tabulated in the automatic runoff.All ballots are considered again, looking at the scores of the finalists to consider the winner.STAR is non-partisan.We should be able to vote our conscience, our votes should never be wasted, and our elections should accurately reflect the will of the people.The initiative would establish STAR voting, where voters rate the candidates for a given office and the top two finishers advance to an automatic runoff.Oct 6, 2023 — Eugene residents will likely will decide in May whether to implement the STAR (Score Then Automatic Runoff) voting method. SECTION 1. Legislative Findings.The People of the State of Oregon find that:(1) Upgrading our electoral system to a modern, user-friendly, and more accurate voting method would significantly improve Oregon's political landscape by ensuring that every voter can vote their conscience, that our votes are able to make a difference, and that our system elects winners who better represent the will of the people.(2) Modern electoral science has consistently shown that STAR Voting is the best voting method available to empower voters, to level the playing field, to remove barriers to entry for candidates, and to ensure our elections are fair and representative.(3) The current voting method used in most Oregon elections, in which a voter can vote for only one candidate and the candidate with the most votes wins, is fundamentally flawed:(a) Voting for one's honest favorite can and often does backfire, if a voter's favorite isn't strong enough to win, and voters must strategically vote for a "lesser-of-two-evils" candidate to avoid wasting their votes.(b) This is due to a problem known as vote-splitting, where like-minded voters can end up effectively divided and conquered. Vote-splitting is common in elections with more than two candidates, even if the third candidate has no chance of winning. When vote-splitting results in the election of a candidate opposed by the majority of voters, it is known as the "Spoiler Effect."(c) Candidates who may have brought valuable ideas to the table are often pressured not to run because of vote-splitting concerns. Vote-splitting also makes elections subject to manipulation, and political operatives can fund non-viable candidates they actually oppose in order to split the vote and game the election.(d) The current system increases polarization and leads to two-party domination because it only works accurately with two candidates in the race. When there are more candidates, voters have to align with one of the two perceived front runners to avoid wasting their votes.(e) Voting for an under funded candidate who may not be viable runs the risk of "wasting" your vote, so vote-splitting magnifies the already outsized influence of money in politics. Subscribe to the Women of the Northwest podcast for inspiring stories and adventures.Find me on my website: jan-johnson.com

calls have been made to speed up Seanad voting reform legislation ahead of the next general election Tomás Heneghan, a University of Limerick graduate, achieved a landmark Supreme Court victory in March this year when he successfully challenging the constitutionality of only allowing Trinity College Dublin (TCD) and National University of Ireland (NUI) graduates to vote in Seanad elections. He's now calling on the government to expedite this Seanad reform ahead of the upcoming general election and Tomás explained where are we at with this.

calls have been made to speed up Seanad voting reform legislation ahead of the next general election Tomás Heneghan, a University of Limerick graduate, achieved a landmark Supreme Court victory in March this year when he successfully challenging the constitutionality of only allowing Trinity College Dublin (TCD) and National University of Ireland (NUI) graduates to vote in Seanad elections. He's now calling on the government to expedite this Seanad reform ahead of the upcoming general election and Tomás explained where are we at with this.

How can we build a more fair and representative electoral system for all Canadians? Join us on this episode of the Standard Humans podcast as we explore voting reform, particularly the history of voting reform in Canada and the issues arising from the First Past the Post system. We've been seriously considering changing how we vote for over a hundred years and have come extremely close a few times. This episode will also give you a great foundation to understand our next conversation exploring the pros and cons of different voting systems worldwide. It's going to be great so make sure you subscribe to not miss it.

The Thunder Buddies are back to get you ready for the weekend with all things OKC basketball. Michael Martin is joined by the returning Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman. The two discuss the Thunder's loss to the Hawks on Wednesday, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander not being named an All Star starter and then various discussions about the All Star voting process, positions, drafts and more!For more Thunder Buddies Podcast updates, Thunder news, highlights and more make sure to follow @ThunderBudPod on Twitter!Host: Michael Martin Analyst: Joe Mussatto Producer: Michael Martin

Richard Epstein previews several high-profile cases in the new Supreme Court term, covering issues from the independent state legislature theory to the immunities granted to social media companies under Section 230.

Richard Epstein previews several high-profile cases in the new Supreme Court term, covering issues from the independent state legislature theory to the immunities granted to social media companies under Section 230.

Inside dopester Sandeep dishes up some breaking news about a city council plan to put ranked-choice voting on the ballot this fall alongside approval voting. Plus, the jury in the Charleena Lyles inquest "says police followed policy in shooting black woman in crisis," reports Publicola. We discuss the verdict and the larger political context.  If you like Seattle Nice, where respectful and heated debate is still encouraged, please help support the pod on Patreon.   https://patreon.com/seattlenice?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=creatorshareSupport the show

Correspondent Gwyneth Doland speaks one-on-one with Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver about a set of new voting reforms moving through the legislature. The proposed changes are aimed at expanding access and participation in our elections. The Secretary also touches on a recent survey measuring voter confidence in our electoral system. The Line Opinion panel reacts to our interview with Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver, and weighs in on the proposed voting reforms introduced to the legislature. Our panelists debate the merits of the proposals to remove barriers to absentee voting, extend opportunities for early voting, and to lower the voting age to 16. Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guest: Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver – New Mexico (D) Line Opinion Panelists: Dede Feldman, former state senator Diane Snyder, former state senator Algernon D'Ammassa, reporter & columnist, Las Cruces Sun-News More Information Survey Finds Faith in Elections Faltering in New Mexico – Santa Fe New Mexican 2020 NM Election Administration, Voter Security & Election Reform Report Gov., Secretary of Secretary of State Announce Voting Reform Plan – Gov. Office --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nmif/message

P.M. Edition for Jan. 20. President Biden and Democrats have called voting access a top priority. But after the Senate blocked a sweeping elections bill, what comes next? WSJ politics reporter Eliza Collins joins host Annmarie Fertoli to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden claims that Republicans are not coming to the table on voting rights. But in an appearance on Meet the Press on Sunday, Utah Senator Mitt Romney, who has become a key negotiator in D.C., says he has never been invited. Guest host Greg Skordas breaks down the interview that has people talking.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(Ohio News Connection) - Dozens of mayors from around the country, including several from Ohio, are calling on the U.S. Senate to protect the right to vote and the integrity of elections. Joe Begeny, mayor of Reynoldsburg, is among more than one hundred mayors who signed a letter in support of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act. He said it is all about ensuring fair representation, noting he has heard from residents who are concerned about policies that could alter election outcomes. "Your local leaders have more interactions with the public than typically your average senator does," Begeny contended. "This isn't just a Washington inside-the-Beltway conversation about voting rights. This is actually something that affects every community all the way from the largest of the large cities to the smallest of the small." The two bills would create standards for voting access in federal elections, including mandating early voting, creating an Election Day holiday, and setting uniform vote-counting rules. Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio and other opponents argued the measures are an attempt to federalize elections, but supporters including Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, countered they are needed to counteract restrictive voting laws passed in more than a dozen states. On Tuesday, President Joe Biden gave an impassioned speech about the need for election reform, and supported calls by Democrats to change the filibuster in order to make it happen. Instead of getting caught up in the politics of chamber rules, Begeny believes senators should allow the bills to go to the floor where they can be debated on their merits. "If senators do feel that this is an overburden on federal authority, then let them say so on the record and make their vote clear about where they stand on people's abilities to vote in the states that they represent," Begeny urged. Support for this reporting was provided by The Carnegie Corporation of New York. --- Ways you can help support the show Chase Bank - where you can get a $200 bonus by opening an account and doing a direct deposit. Open an account today at https://accounts.chase.com/consumer/raf/online/rafoffers?key=1934238931&src=N. Ashley Furniture - Save money on your furniture with this coupon. https://www.ashleyfurniture.com/?extole_share_channel=SHARE_LINK&extole_shareable_code=viewfromthepugh5&extole_zone_name=friend_landing_experience Donate to the show - Through CashApp at $ChrisPugh3. Sign up for CashApp - Using the code ZFZWZGF. We will both get $5. https://cash.app/app/ZFZWZGF-- Share us with your friends --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theohioan/message

Monday has been a day to remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and also a day of calls to action on voting rights. Demonstrators marched through streets in Washington in support of voting legislation now stalled in the U.S. Senate, and Vice President Harris warned the freedom to vote is under assault. Judy Woodruff discusses the day with the King Jr.'s son, Martin Luther King III. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

President Biden says passing voting rights legislation is a top priority for his administration. But a couple of senators have the power to keep that from happening. And, an unlikely casualty of our supply chain blues.Read more:In Atlanta this week, President Biden pushed for the passage of two voting rights bills facing the Senate. But any meaningful change on voting reform would mean changing Senate rules on the filibuster. And two Democratic senators are holding out: Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema.On The Post's politics podcast “Can He Do That?” national political reporter Cleve Wootson talks with host Allison Michaels about the state of voting legislation and the filibuster.And, the pandemic claims an unlikely victim: the color blue. Reporter Kelsey Ables explains how breakdowns in the supply chain have led to a shortage of pigments like ultramarine blue and what it could mean for how we see and record the world now.

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Guests: Republican Congressman French Hill of Arkansas, Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and Bloomberg Politics Contributors Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Rick Davis. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

BV details the proposals for voter reform for the NM legislature on News Radio KKOB

Electoral Count Act (3:10) BBB is iced for now. So the Democrats are now focusing on voting reform. But that's probably a dead end too unless Sinema and Manchin reform the filibuster which they said they wouldn't. So... does Schumer get into ANOTHER staring contest with them (after he just lost one) OR does he take a possible deal from the GOP which could the Dems a win, but would gut the majority of their voting reform goals? https://www.cato.org/blog/republicans-should-support-electoral-count-act-reform https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ElectoralCountAct Poll Dance (24:10) Biden still way underwater in approval polls, good news for Dems? https://www.realclearpolitics.com/epolls/other/president-biden-job-approval-7320.html Heaton January 6th Interview (28:30)

Don't celebrate the "demise" of BBB yet... They're bringing back Federalization of Elections, instead! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the year-end edition of This Week in Iowa Sabrina Ahmed is recapping the biggest political stories of 2021 and then looking ahead to the issues shaping the 2022 elections. She talks to ABC News Political Director Rick Klein about Sen. Chuck Grassley's reelection chances and where the incumbent's biggest competition could come from. Then, Sen. Joni Ernst talks about the biggest issues she sees in the federal government and why she thinks the Senate could flip in Republicans' favor in the next election cycle. Subscribe to Local 5 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvoiXGD8UhXXKzbI-tYo_Ig/ Follow "This Week in Iowa" on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThisWeekInIowa. Add Local 5 on Roku: https://channelstore.roku.com/details/3c2949aadbd0c7a4649e5196085b80da/des-moines-news-we-are-iowa Download the We Are Iowa app: https://weareiowa.com/app Get Local 5's "5 Things to Know" email newsletter in your inbox: https://weareiowa.com/email 'Like' Local 5 on Facebook: https://facebook.com/WeAreIowa Follow Local 5 on Instagram: https://instagram.com/weareiowa

In May 2021, "Shaping Our Future" brought more than 600 young people together from across the country to discuss their insights on major societal issues our country is facing today. They discussed these issues in small groups, listened to panel experts offer their thoughts, and interacted with each other regardless of whether or not they agreed on the subject matter.From the team that brought you Voices of America In One Room, this is Voices of Shaping Our Future.Throughout this season, you're going to hear from some of our “Shaping Our Future” online participants. In this episode, we meet Kareem and Sierra.Kareem earned his bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations with a focus in Health Care. He is currently serving in the military, having recently been shipped out for training. As a registered Independent, he felt it was important to participate in our event to share his perspective and interact with viewpoints other than his own.Originally from Galeton, PA, Sierra is a 21-year-old Creative Writing major at Southern New Hampshire University. She currently works as a writing tutor at Finger Lakes Community College in New York, and hopes to one day be a professor of English at a community college. She participated in our event because she thought it would be interesting to be able to discuss current political issues with her peers.The Voices of Shaping Our Future podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts, and is hosted by Alice Siu. This series is executive produced by the Center for Deliberative Democracy at Stanford University, the Berggruen Institute, the Haas Center for Public Service at Stanford University, and Tobe Agency.For more information about our sponsors, please visit their websites:The Center for Deliberative Democracy at Stanford UniversityThe Berggruen InstituteThe Haas Center for Public Service at Stanford University

The partisan divide in Washington was on full display Wednesday as a Democrat-backed voting bill failed to move forward in the U.S. Senate. Every Republican lined up in opposition to the Freedom to Vote Act, which Democrats say would have improved voting access and election integrity. Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine co-sponsored the legislation and joins Judy Woodruff to discuss. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The partisan divide in Washington was on full display Wednesday as a Democrat-backed voting bill failed to move forward in the U.S. Senate. Every Republican lined up in opposition to the Freedom to Vote Act, which Democrats say would have improved voting access and election integrity. Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine co-sponsored the legislation and joins Judy Woodruff to discuss. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In May 2021, "Shaping Our Future" brought more than 600 young people together from across the country to discuss their insights on major societal issues our country is facing today. They discussed these issues in small groups, listened to panel experts offer their thoughts, and interacted with each other regardless of whether or not they agreed on the subject matter.From the team that brought you Voices of America In One Room, this is Voices of Shaping Our Future.Throughout this season, you're going to hear from some of our “Shaping Our Future” online participants. In this episode, we meet Iyanuolawa and Marketta.Originally from Nigeria, Iyanu is currently a college student who also helps out her family's pastry business. She came into the “Shaping Our Future” event with no expectations, but was happy to participate and meet new people.Marketta is an activist who is heavily involved in reformative justice and public policies to help end homelessness. As a full-time student who's extremely involved in different student organizations, she is a passionate voice who constantly represents the best interests of everyone she encounters.The Voices of Shaping Our Future podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts, and is hosted by Alice Siu. This series is executive produced by the Center for Deliberative Democracy at Stanford University, the Berggruen Institute, the Haas Center for Public Service at Stanford University, and Tobe Agency.For more information about our sponsors, please visit their websites:The Center for Deliberative Democracy at Stanford UniversityThe Berggruen InstituteThe Haas Center for Public Service at Stanford University

Diane Weller – Coach, Speaker, Writer, Chief Encouragement Officer, Diane Weller Coaching, on ‘What's holding you back?”  A simple but deep question that will help the listener reflect—and look forward at the same time. We'll discuss  her recent message to ‘Team Bloom;' four big factors involved an a realistic self-examination, what goes into a realistic look forward and I'll have to mention her past remarks to ‘Soroptimist's Dream It, Be It conference. We'll talk about businesses which made it through another pandemic quarter, and where people can help growing; books, seminars, coaching and she'll help people ask the right questions.

Alana Jajko, Director of Communications & Outreach, Susquehanna Greenway Partnership, with an update on the mission, and the what, where and work of the SGP. We'll discuss this month was PA trails month and the many trails along the Susquehanna River and the water trails in the river. We'll chat about their pop-up paddle that sold out, the West Branch Paddle Club, SGP's interactive map, and how they are reaching out to local residents.

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State Senator Samra Brouk is co-hosting a public hearing on elections administration and voting rights. She and fellow senators want to hear from the public about how the state election process can be improved. We talk with Senator Brouk and Senator Zellnor Myrie about voting reform, including legislation that has already been passed this year. Our guests: Samra Brouk (D, WF), New York State Senator for the 55th District, and member of the State Senate's Committee on Elections Zellnor Myrie (D), New York State Senator for the 20th District, and chair of the State Senate's Committee on Elections

The nationwide debate over the future of our elections came to a boiling point this week as Texas Democrats fled to Washington DC in effort to prevent the state's House of Representatives from passing sweeping voting reforms. Both parties at the local and federal level appear to be bitterly divided over this fight. Republicans say reforms are necessary to restore confidence in our election. Democrats the laws are 'racist.' Texas Republican Rep. Dan Crenshaw and former Tennessee Democratic Rep. Harold Ford Jr. join the Rundown to discuss why both parties are so far apart over the issue, whether this fight could lead to end of the Senate filibuster and if this partisan battle bolsters our enemies who seek to discredit Democracy. Rising violent crime in the U.S. has many officials concerned the country should begin to brace for a summer crime wave larger than years past. On Monday July 12th, President Biden met with Attorney General Merrick Garland along with police chiefs and elected officials from across the country to address the current spike in crime and gun violence in the U.S. As homicides and gun violence rates increase across the nation, politicians disagree on the solutions for criminal justice and police reform. However, we are seeing community members take action. Executive Director of Violence Interrupters Tio Hardiman joins to explain why he believes defunding the police is not the answer to rising violent crime, instead encouraging community engagement and leadership. Hardiman describes how his organization de-escalates violence and gang warfare in Chicago, the issue of illegal gun trafficking creating a gun violence epidemic in the country and he makes a plea to Chicago political leaders to try new solutions to address the rise in violent crime. Plus, commentary by Abby Hornacek, host of the "Getting Schooled" podcast and "Park'd" on Fox Nation.

The nationwide debate over the future of our elections came to a boiling point this week as Texas Democrats fled to Washington DC in effort to prevent the state's House of Representatives from passing sweeping voting reforms. Both parties at the local and federal level appear to be bitterly divided over this fight. Republicans say reforms are necessary to restore confidence in our election. Democrats the laws are 'racist.' Texas Republican Rep. Dan Crenshaw and former Tennessee Democratic Rep. Harold Ford Jr. join the Rundown to discuss why both parties are so far apart over the issue, whether this fight could lead to end of the Senate filibuster and if this partisan battle bolsters our enemies who seek to discredit Democracy. Rising violent crime in the U.S. has many officials concerned the country should begin to brace for a summer crime wave larger than years past. On Monday July 12th, President Biden met with Attorney General Merrick Garland along with police chiefs and elected officials from across the country to address the current spike in crime and gun violence in the U.S. As homicides and gun violence rates increase across the nation, politicians disagree on the solutions for criminal justice and police reform. However, we are seeing community members take action. Executive Director of Violence Interrupters Tio Hardiman joins to explain why he believes defunding the police is not the answer to rising violent crime, instead encouraging community engagement and leadership. Hardiman describes how his organization de-escalates violence and gang warfare in Chicago, the issue of illegal gun trafficking creating a gun violence epidemic in the country and he makes a plea to Chicago political leaders to try new solutions to address the rise in violent crime. Plus, commentary by Abby Hornacek, host of the "Getting Schooled" podcast and "Park'd" on Fox Nation.

Frustration over Critical Race Theory, Voting reform bill, Cuban uprising, It ain't easy being Country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frustration over Critical Race Theory, Voting reform bill, Cuban uprising, It ain't easy being Country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frustration over Critical Race Theory, Voting reform bill, Cuban uprising, It ain't easy being Country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frustration over Critical Race Theory, Voting reform bill, Cuban uprising, It ain't easy being Country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another work week is here and Jimmy is here to bring you the latest news surrounding Texas House Democrats walking out to delay new voting reform from being passed. Jimmy Speaks with Brian Phillips from the Texas Public Policy Foundation about what the Dem's will accomplish or think they can accomplish by doing so. Jimmy also talks to Dr. James Hurley from Tarleton State University about the changes coming to colleges this upcoming fall semester. Lastly, Jimmy talks to Kevin Campbell who is the CEO & a Data Expert at Syniti to ask how the economy is doing after Covid and lockdowns.https://www.facebook.com/jimmybarrettshow/videos/527153055175061/

Katherine Gehl, co-author of “The Politics Industry: How Political Innovation Can Break Partisan Gridlock and Save Our Democracy” (https://www.amazon.com/Politics-Industry-Political-Innovation-Democracy/dp/1633699234/ref=asc_df_1633699234/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=509245866633&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6718661043136676646&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9019555&hvtargid=pla-919251616201&psc=1) joins the panel for a meaty discussion of voting reform. Katherine's Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ixk8d3GQJnQ Mentioned articles: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/06/us/politics/voting-rights-law-supreme-court.html?referringSource=articleShare https://echeloninsights.com/in-the-news/june-omnibus-quadrants/ https://www.prri.org/research/2020-census-of-american-religion/ https://political-innovation.org/advisory-council/ Special Guests: Bill Galston, Damon Linker, Katherine Gehl, and Linda Chavez.

On this edition, we walk through the details of the latest infrastructure deal framework and the next-steps, along with provide updates on voting reform, the US-Mexico border and geopolitical developments. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Federal Affairs Manager, UBS US Office of Public Policy. Host: Daniel Cassidy

On this edition, we walk through the details of the latest infrastructure deal framework and the next-steps, along with provide updates on voting reform, the US-Mexico border and geopolitical developments. Featured is Shane Lieberman, Federal Affairs Manager, UBS US Office of Public Policy. Host: Daniel Cassidy

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

Ryan talks to Grace Panetta, Senior Politics Reporter for Insider, about Senate Republicans using the filibuster to block the For the People Act and what federal election reform legislation could come next.

Wake up to the sounds of Doug Mosher and Kathy Whyte bringing you the most important news from around the Southern Tier!

[00:00:00] Brian's BIG 3 [00:18:16] Chad Pergram [00:36:31] Chris Christie [00:54:49] Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (D-NY) [01:09:38] More to Know [01:23:02] Senator James Lankford [01:31:10] Martha MacCallum [01:45:51] Martha MacCallum

Republican senators voted against debating Democrats' election and voting reform legislation, as expected. Sixty votes are required to open debate on any measure under the Senate's filibuster rules – and in a 50-50, evenly divided Senate – all 50 Republicans voted against advancing and debating the legislation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

The Morning Show with Nikki Medoro welcomes ABC Washington Correspondent Alex Presha to discuss the Democrat strategy to push through their sweeping voting reform bill. Also, the most patriotic states in America...what is patriotic? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gray Media White House Correspondent Jon Decker talks about the Voting Reform bill thats coming up for a vote in the Senate today.

Simon's latest update on all the news in the US, with Martin Stanford on the UK's LBC News.

Democrats on the Hill are meeting with Democratic state lawmakers from Texas to discuss federal legislation on voting rights, an issue that was recently added to the Vice President's list of priorities. But a couple of key moderate Democrats still stand in the way of nationwide reform. This episode: White House correspondents Scott Detrow and Ayesha Rascoe, and congressional correspondent Susan Davis.

Independent, investigative news, reporting, interviews and commentary

Independent, investigative news, reporting, interviews and commentary

While it is welcome news that the fully vaccinated among us can now unmask in most places, it also brings more questions than answers in some ways. While Chris applauds the move, he asks, why not play it straight from the start? Both pre and post-Biden, the CDC has had a bit of a credibility dent for not being transparent in real time throughout the pandemic.Also on the table: Elise Stefanik ascends to the #3 House leadership role with a vote this morning. What does this mean for the direction of the new GOP? Her argument for the job has been that, like McConnell, she will oppose any and all that President Biden puts forth and that she'll continue to back former President Trump's election claims. Plus this on a Friday: WV Sen. Joe Manchin suggests a take on the John Lewis Voting Rights Act, making federal pre-clearance on any new voting laws a 50 state rule. So any states looking to change voting laws have to pass muster on the federal level of not disenfranchising minority populations before enactment. While it is a far cry from the For The People Act, it could immediately stop any questionable voting laws in their tracks until they are reviewed by the DOJ. Does he have/could he get the votes to do it? 

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We're excited to have Rev. Dr. Ray Hammond and Pastor Enoch Liao back on the podcast, this time to talk about Georgia's voting reform legislation.  Part of our goal is to show how Christians can talk about polarizing issues with love and kindness, and learn from each other's perspectives.  

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This week, New York became the first state to launch a vaccine passport, called the Excelsior Pass, developed with IBM. IBM's Jason Kelley explains how it works. And, Brennan Center for Justice voting rights expert Myrna Perez explains how states are changing their voting rules and what federal legislation would do to counterbalance state laws if passed.

According to the Pew Charitable Trust, two thirds of all eligible voters in the United States cast a ballot in the November 6, 2020 elections. That makes 2020 the highest-turnout election since eligible voter percentages were first calculated in 1980.  Remarkable as that is, especially during a global pandemic, that statistic pales in comparison to […] The post Flurry of Voting Reform Bills Swarm Legislatures appeared first on WORT 89.9 FM.

This week, reaction continues to pour in over the new controversial bill in Georgia regarding election reforms.  University of Minnesota professor Larry Jacobs offers his thoughts on whether this new law (and other similar bills across the country) are restrictive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Public health practitioner Dr. Nicholas Freudenberg joins us to discuss his new book “AT WHAT COST: Modern Capitalism and the Future of Health”, and Councilman Khalid Kamau comes through to discuss his work on the South Fulton City Council as well as his candidacy for Mayor. We'll also discuss Meghan McCain's privilege blinders and the voting rights bill HR1 is moving forward. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Sarah Schweinsberg reports on the voting reform legislation headed for the Senate; Jenny Lind Schmitt reports on a new law in France that has Christians worried; and Emily Whitten recommends some books on history and race. Plus: commentary by Whitney Williams, the gaming grandpa, and the Tuesday morning news. Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Dordt University. Students can apply to Dordt to study nursing, agriculture, engineering, social work and more—all taught from a Christian perspective. More at dordt.edu/apply. From proceeds of the book, “Faith to Foster” by TJ and Jenn Menn.....Seeking to inspire Christians to consider serving foster children in their community by exercising their faith. Faithtofoster.com And from Heart of Dakota, providing Christ-centered, literature-based homeschool curriculum. Spring sale runs Thursday through Sunday with coupon code SPRING21 at heartofdakota.com

Justin and Chris discuss Republican "voting reform" efforts in state government and what it says about the GOP's willingness to compete. They also touch on Senator Marco Rubio's quasi-populist stance against Amazon and the crisis at the border that's challenging the Biden Administration.

Americans' faith in the integrity of our democracy has been shaken by allegations of mistakes and irregularities in the recent election. Reform is needed. Steve Forbes on the basic changes needed to improve election security and restore trust in our electoral process. Steve Forbes shares his What’s Ahead Spotlights each Tuesday and full podcast episodes each Friday.

Special Guest: John Holmberg.

New York sees a record turnout at the ballot box during the first couple of days of early voting. NY1’s Zack Fink, Courtney Gross, and Juan Manuel Benitez talk about the long lines and the push to reform the city’s Board of Elections. And they go through some of the other races New Yorkers will decide, including some of the congressional campaigns in the city and state Senate races in play. To find your early voting site: https://findmypollsite.vote.nyc/ And for coverage of the local races, check out the NY1 election guide: https://spectrumnews.smart.link/7k193bogj?section=/all-boroughs/decision-2020&cid=id-app108_m-social_s-social_cmp-decision2020_mkt-nyc_po-organic&page=/nyc/all-boroughs/politics/new-york-2020-election-guide We want to hear from you: Twitter: #NY1OffTopic or @ZackFinkNews, @JuanMaBenitez, and @Courtneycgross Leave a message: 212-379-3440 Email: yourstoryny1@charter.com For more information: www.ny1.com/offtopic For more information on the new coronavirus, head to www.ny1.com/coronavirus

Jarret Berg, cofounder of VoteEarlyNY, says there's a lot that's about to change about voting in New York, and a public education campaign is needed. Following up on our previous conversation about ranked-choice voting, we talk about other ways in which the vote can be suppressed in New York City, and the reforms to combat those issues. 

Voting reform took place slowly after 1790, with the property requirement slowly being phased out. Center for Civic Education

Greed And Lust For Power... No Laws May Be Exempted To Lawmakers... Term Limits Are Overdue... Lobbyist Reform... Voting Reform... Evil Is Sugarcoated and Chocolate Covered!

Although a late start to the week, Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli roared out of the gate! First Paul spoke to entrepreneur and author Katherine Gehl to talk about The Politics Industry: How Political Innovation Can Break Partisan Gridlock and Save Our Democracy, and talk about how we can change the voting process. Following Governor Ned Lamont's daily presser, Paul spoke to Brian Forster from the In Storrs Now podcast. Finally Paul would speak to state representative Mike France about absentee ballots.

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Two friends with very different political opinions... George Kup and Callum Gurr discuss reducing our carbon footprints, Theresa May's legacy and voting reform.

 Sara Wolf and James Barber join the podcast to discuss Voting Reform in Lane County.    Sara Wolf is the Executive Director of Equal Vote. Wolf is passionate about bringing Voting Reform to Lane County and beyond, and is working tirelessly to spread awareness to bring about change and insure every voter has their voice heard.   James Barber is a local activist and the Chair of the Democratic Party of Oregon Small Business Caucus. Barber is heavily involved with raising awareness about progressive policies in Oregon and is working hard to build coalitions inside of the Democratic Party. IMPORTANT LINKS Equal Vote Coalition equal.vote Star Voting starvoting.us Ending Track “Make it Easy” By Right Left Grand Recorded Live @ Lucky’s in Eugene, Oregon September 2007 (Courtesy of Chad Tehan) Spent the Rent Podcast recorded in Springfield, Oregon  Hosted by Patrick Stutz Aka SelfEsteem BoatWillie Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro, LLC Oregoncashflowpro.com Stream this and all previous podcast episodes  @ strpod.com Thank you for your support --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Follow the https://www.reddit.com/r/CollegeBasketball/ subreddit. This is just a small video to get by until we have the main video which will be part 2 on Voting Reform.

Voting Reform within the United States with members of the subreddit r/endFPTP. Edit: I added a section introducing Ciaran. Thanks for listening

Today on the Eye on NY podcast:  It was a busy week for the state Legislature. Democrats in the state Assembly and Senate passed a handful of bills that have long been priorities for lawmakers.  On Thursday, Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed voting reforms into law. I'll break down the new laws, including early voting and closing the LLC loophole. 

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. On this episode John and Nate discuss the idea of reforming the voting structure in the United States of America. If you could reform the voting structure what would it look like? A national holiday? Mail-in ballots? Tune in and have a listen.

Instant Runoff Voting or Ranked-Choice Voting: What is it, who does it, and is it a good idea? We'll answer all your questions in our most recent trip to the political science reform corner.

Is the gender wage gap fundamentally about discrimination? What are the roles of race and class? What are the solutions? We talk to Kate McInturff, CCPA senior researcher and director of the Centre’s Making Women Count project. Plus Davis and Alex debate voting reform and “apploitation.” Subscribe at: www.policyalternatives.ca/podcast Find the new CCPA Monitor here: https://goo.gl/Htc9EX Find CGP Grey’s YouTube videos on voting systems here: https://goo.gl/rLO1GR