Afleveringen
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VIP Inbox is back! Host Chris Saxman candidly reacts to current topics and questions submitted by listeners. We had some great ones this week! Have a political topic or question you are curious about? Submit a question or comment to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWIq6-uq1GQ1owmU5zF8i6g1abRPzoi1AkcI8aC-09Wzy6Dg/viewform
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Lo Davis, Executive Director of the Cavalier Futures Foundation, talks about how the 2021 NCAA NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) ruling transformed college athletics in Virginia and beyond. He outlines creating the "Virginia Way" to help student athletes understand and properly take advantage of opportunities within the rules of the NCAA. Learn more: https://www.cavscare.org/
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Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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Introducing a new segment: VIP Inbox! Host Chris Saxman candidly reacts to current topics and questions submitted by listeners. We had some great ones this week! Have a political topic or question you are curious about? Submit a question here.
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General Bob Wood sits down with Chris for a discussion focused on Veterans' issues. They talk about the frustrations of Veterans, the impact of January 6th, political history, support for Veterans and their families, and more. Learn more about American Veterans Vote
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Chris continues his rundown on Virginia's upcoming primary elections - this time focusing on Senate Republican Districts.
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Chris gives a quick rundown on the upcoming June 20th primaries in Senate Democratic districts and makes early predictions.
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Chris continues discussing incumbent retirements in the Virginia legislature. This time, he's predicting up to seven more legislators who may retire as a result of internal primary battles. Listen to Chris discuss what's impacting these nomination battles and make your own predictions!
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Delegate Amanda Batten talks about what's happening in this year's chaotic short session, including a conversation with Chris on parenting and education issues. As a former legislative assistant and now Delegate and Caucus Chair, she discuss shifts in policymaking and dynamics from her experienced perspective.
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Texas Parliamentarian Kay Crews explains her job and how it helps maintain fairness and order in chaos. She talks in detail about working on ranked choice voting in Virginia, and calls it the best job she's ever had! Get to know Kay and learn more about the importance of professional parliamentarians in policymaking and more.
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Get to know Delegate Ellen Campbell (R-Rockbridge) as she shares stories from her life and political journey. Delegate Campbell talks about her legislative priorities and her pledge to continue the work and legacy of her late husband, Delegate Ronnie Campbell. Listen as she shares lessons learned, favorite things, and more!
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Chris continues discussing Virginia's 2023 elections, this time focusing on the eight districts that will determine the outcome and direction of the Virginia Senate.
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Former Virginia Governor Douglas Wilder and Dr. Susan Gooden, Dean of the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs, join Chris to talk about the Wilder School, the Commonwealth Poll, and much more. They discuss the recent results of the Commonwealth Poll, how they design it to ensure truthful results, and how it can be used as a bridge between Virginians and policymakers. Governor Wilder also offers insight into leadership and governance in Virginia.
Learn more about the L. Douglas Wilder School: https://wilder.vcu.edu/
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Senator Jennifer Boysko (D-Fairfax) stops by the studio again for a quick conversation about two bills she introduced this session (both bills have passed the Senate). Senator Boysko's SB1101 proposes paid family and medical leave. She is also sponsoring SB1139, a gun storage bill that that would require adults to keep guns locked up if minors are in the home.
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The Honorable Judge Chadwick Dotson joins Chris for a conversation about the parole process in Virginia. Judge Dotson explains what goes into the decision-making process and shares stories from his time on the bench. They discuss the history, what's changed, what can be made better, and more.
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Delegate Chris Head returns for an interesting conversation about his legislation, the dynamics of this year's short session, Southwest Virginia culture, his run for senate in the 3rd district, and the Attorney General's Parole Board Report. Get to know Delegate Head as he shares favorite books, tv shows, and more! You don't want to miss this conversation.
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Get to know delegate Michelle Maldonado (50th District)! An inspiring first term delegate in her second legislative session, she talks about the thought process that led her to political leadership - specifically the three moments that led her to say "that's it," and run for election. Delegate Maldonado shares her unique perspectives, interests, hobbies, and more! You don't want to miss this thoughtful conversation.
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Director of the Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership, Larry Roberts, joins Chris for a thoughtful discussion on public leadership and reaching across party lines.
They discuss how shifts in political parties, demographics, and generations have impacted governance in Virginia and beyond.
Roberts’ government service includes positions as Counselor to Governor Tim Kaine and Chief of Staff to Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax. In each position, he earned praise for working across the partisan aisle.
Learn more about Sorensen: https://sorensen.coopercenter.org/
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Chris continues discussing the 2023 elections and the importance of keeping a close eye on the nomination contests
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Chris discusses the dynamics impacting Virginia's 2023 elections. With all 140 legislative seats soon on the ballot in newly drawn districts, some races with incumbents running against each other, the energy in the General Assembly can be intense!
Chris discusses how these races are impacting floor debates and policy outcomes in the House and the Senate, and makes a few predictions. He also explains what he believes are the two most important factors for both parties going into the high-stakes 2023 elections.
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