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No Jargon: Who controls the states?
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Length:
30 minutes
Released:
Apr 8, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
We are excited to bring you an episode from No Jargon, a podcast from the Scholars Strategy Network. Much like Democracy Works, No Jargon aims to break down some of the biggest issues in politics and society in a way that’s not partisan and not punditry. New episodes are released every Thursday, and we hope you’ll check it out if you enjoy this conversation.
We like to think that state governments make decisions based on their particular situations. But it turns out, often that’s not the case. In fact, three large conservative groups have gained massive influence in state houses across the country, working to pass legislation in line with their views and corporate sponsors.
In this episode of No Jargon, Columbia University’s Alexander Hertel-Fernandez explains their rise and strategies, why state governments are so susceptible to their influence, and what this all means for American democracy.
Additional Information
No Jargon website
Alex Hertel Fermandez’s book, State Capture
The McCourtney Institute’s John Gastil on No Jargon discussing the Citizens Initiative Review
We like to think that state governments make decisions based on their particular situations. But it turns out, often that’s not the case. In fact, three large conservative groups have gained massive influence in state houses across the country, working to pass legislation in line with their views and corporate sponsors.
In this episode of No Jargon, Columbia University’s Alexander Hertel-Fernandez explains their rise and strategies, why state governments are so susceptible to their influence, and what this all means for American democracy.
Additional Information
No Jargon website
Alex Hertel Fermandez’s book, State Capture
The McCourtney Institute’s John Gastil on No Jargon discussing the Citizens Initiative Review
Released:
Apr 8, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
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