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Talkin' Politics | Guest Host, Ray Reed joins to talk about: STL Progressive Wins; GenZ Turnout In Wisconsin, Clarence Thomas Ethical Issues; The Tennessee Three; Iowa Dems Push To Dinner Table; Abortion Back In The Courts

Talkin' Politics | Guest Host, Ray Reed joins to talk about: STL Progressive Wins; GenZ Turnout In Wisconsin, Clarence Thomas Ethical Issues; The Tenn…

FromThe Heartland POD


Talkin' Politics | Guest Host, Ray Reed joins to talk about: STL Progressive Wins; GenZ Turnout In Wisconsin, Clarence Thomas Ethical Issues; The Tenn…

FromThe Heartland POD

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78 minutes
Released:
Apr 10, 2023
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Podcast episode

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Heartland POD on Twitter - @TheHeartlandPOD Guest Host: Ray Reed @RayReedMO (Twitter)Co-HostsAdam Sommer @Adam_Sommer85  (Twitter) @adam_sommer85 (Post)Rachel Parker @msraitchetp   (Post) Sean Diller @SeanDillerCO   (Twitter and Post)https://heartlandpod.com/JOIN PATREON FOR MORE - AND JOIN OUR SOCIAL NETWORK!“Change The Conversation”Yeah…Yeah…Yeah… STL Progressives did well in spring elections - RachelWisc. Supreme Court Race positive outcome - RAY -         —— GenZ said: We’re done with the bullshit https://twitter.com/victorshi2020/status/1644055065618182144?s=46&t=mukZUfs5M_R3E9tAHIu-GATrue or FalseJay Ashcroft is correct that Missouri Republicans have failed in their leadership https://www.news-leader.com/story/news/politics/2023/04/06/republican-ashcroft-joins-kehoe-in-2024-race-for-missouri-governor/70088658007/"Red states like Florida, Texas, Tennessee, even Indiana and Arkansas, have become examples of conservative leadership while Missouri Republicans, who control every statewide office and have supermajorities in both chambers of the legislature, have failed to deliver," Ashcroft said in a statement. "I'm running to change that."Gotta love a direct attack on your own party as an OPENING moveCyrstal Quade also eyeing a run for governor - here response Yeah…No, Yeah Mini one: Justice Clarence Thomas living the good life, just not on his own dimehttps://www.propublica.org/article/clarence-thomas-scotus-undisclosed-luxury-travel-gifts-crowReal one: Tennessee GOP expels the Tennessee 3 https://twitter.com/thetnholler/status/1643600604827115520?s=46&t=mukZUfs5M_R3E9tAHIu-GATennessee Lookout (states newsroom project):https://tennesseelookout.com/2023/04/07/an-abomination-tn-house-expels-two-dems-over-gun-protest-despite-removal-looking-temporary/DONATE TO TENNESSEE DEMOCRATS: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/tndemocraticpartyBuy or SellPush by Iowa Dems is a good example for other similar heartland states on where to take the narrative along side the larger issue of abortionhttps://iowacapitaldispatch.com/briefs/iowa-house-democrats-release-proposals-to-lower-living-costs/Iowa Dems last week: House Minority Leader Jennifer Konfrst and House Democrats said they plan to introduce a slate of five bills Wednesday on issues from combating wage theft, lowering utility and prescription drug costs, expanding access to affordable housing and child care and freezing tuition. (From article by Robin Opsahl with Iowa Capital Dispatch - States News room outlet for Iowa)The Big OneFederal judge ruling in Texas case that would possibly end medication known commonly as the abortion pill https://www.politico.com/news/2023/04/07/texas-judge-halts-fda-approval-of-abortion-pill-00091096Opportunity for legal showdown for Biden admin on the issue Another angle on the issue for 2024 - how does this impact the clear majority of American who think abortion should be legal Strategy of using Texas as a stepping stone for these court fights, especially against liberal programs: https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/supreme-court-upholds-affordable-care-4157822/BUT WAIT THERES MOREWashington State case comes out later that day and we’ve got dueling injunctions!!!!!  https://twitter.com/mjs_dc/status/1644474146716352512?s=46&t=mukZUfs5M_R3E9tAHIu-GAYou go straight to SCOTUS DO NOT PASS GO DO NOT COLLECT $200 dollarsGood NPR story on it https://www.npr.org/2023/04/07/1159220452/abortion-pill-drug-mifepristone-judge-texas-amarillo
Released:
Apr 10, 2023
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Podcast episode

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American politics from a Heartland perspective. Focusing on facts and fundamental fairness, but not afraid to embrace the funny where it exists. Dedicated to the quiet heroes of America's Heartland who are making a difference every day. Monday: The Heartland POD with host Adam Sommer's opening statement & Talkin' Politics with co-hosts Rachel Parker & Sean Diller. Wednesday: a rotation of High Country, a report from the Mountain West with Sean Diller, and The Delta with science teacher Nicholas Linke and spouse Kristina Linke, an ASL interpreter and mother, bringing their experience and midwest family life to the issues of the day. Friday: The Flyover View for news & views from the Heartland with host, Kevin Smith. On most Tuesdays and Thursdays catch an interview show called "Let's Have A Chat" with politicians, authors, musicians, and folks across the country. Hosts: Adam Sommer, Sean Diller, Rachel Parker, Nicholas Linke, & Kevin Smith (All opinions shared are those of the speaker, and are not necessarily the adopted organizational views of Mid Map Media, LLC.)