People spend far too much time looking just at the federal government. The same is true with podcasts. Instead, the discussions hosted on Across the States focus on state issues and state solutions within state capitols, by state legislators and with state policy experts. The American Legislative Exchange Council is the country's largest voluntary membership organization of state legislators in the United States. It acts as a forum to exchange ideas and develop state-based solutions.
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American Radio Journal is a weekly half hour program focusing on pro-growth economic policies and current events. Host Lowman Henry interviews some of the nation's top policy experts; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story from Washington, D.C.; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine reports on the impact of federal policies; And, Dr. Paul Kengor from the American Spectator, Colin Hanna of Let Freedom Ring USA, and Jonathan Williams from the American Legislative Exchange Council ...
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Federal Regulations: Ten Thousand Commandments
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30:01(May 3, 2025 - May 9, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Wayne Crews from the Competative Enterprise Institute about his annual Ten Thousand Commandments report on the federal regulatory state; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on Elon Musk cutting back on his work for DOGE; Eric Boehm and E…
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Identifying Bad Actors in Our Supply Chains: An ALEC Women’s Leadership Episode
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18:56Last month, as part of ALEC’s Women’s Leadership series, Brooklyn Roberts and I spoke with national security expert Dr. Meg Reiss about how states can defend themselves and the nation from People’s Republic of China (PRC) influence, interference, and infiltration. Dr. Reiss served as former US Senator Mitt Romney’s national security policy advisor …
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Setting the Record Straight on Medicaid Reform
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30:01(April 19, 2025 - April 25, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Nina Schaefer of the Heritage Foundation to get the facts on Medicaid reform; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on congress moving forward to extend the Trump tax cuts; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine looks at how the new prohibiti…
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(April 12, 2025 - April 18, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Michael O'Neill from the Landmark Legal Foundation about the Left's efforts to stop the Trump agenda with 'lawfare'; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the U.S. Senate moving forward with 'one big beautiful bill'; Eric Boehm of…
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(April 5, 2025 - April 11, 205) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Virgnia Allen of the Daily Signal about growing protests against Hamas in Gaza; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on a Republican sweep of special congressional elections; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine looks at whether merit has re…
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Germany’s Political Shift: An ALEC Women’s Leadership Episode
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22:43Germany’s recent election drew an 82% voter turnout – a number unheard of here in the States. The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and Christian Social Union (CSU) sister parties clinched a plurality with 28.5% of the vote, while the right-wing Alternative für Deutschland (AfD), founded just 12 years ago, captured a striking 20.9%. Christiane von C…
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(March 22, 2025 - March 28, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Brian Rankin from the Competitive Enterprise Institute about whether taxpayers should continue to fund NPR and PBS; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on efforts to pass President Trump's economic agenda; Eric Boehm of Reason maga…
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(March 15, 2025 - March 21, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Keith Naughton of Silent Majority Stragies about why Europe must pay more for its own defense; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the impact of U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen's retirement; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine explains th…
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Civil Justice Reform in Georgia: Nino Marchese & Mark Behrens on ALEC TV
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26:45Georgia’s legislature, under Governor Brian Kemp’s leadership, has unveiled a bold package of tort and civil litigation reforms aimed at addressing what many see as a growing crisis of lawsuit abuse. Mark Behrens, a longtime advisor to the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) and former chair of its Civil Justice Task Force, joined Nino Mar…
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(March 8, 2025 - March 14, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Jake Novak of Jake's Takes about ending the war in Ukraine; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of congress; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine learns about the impact of the Jones A…
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U.S. Senator Rand Paul on American Radio Journal
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30:01(February 22, 2025 - February 28, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Paul Teller from Advancing American Freedom about the impact of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE); Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on congressional manauvering to pass President Trump's legislative agenda; Er…
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Reining in Research Grant Administrative Costs
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30:01(February 15, 2025 - February 21, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Jay Greene of the Heritage Foundation about efforts to rein in the cost of administering National Institutes of Health grants; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on tax policy taking center stage in congress; Eric Boehm of R…
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Trump Moves Quickly to Secure Nation's Borders
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30:01(February 8, 2025 - February 14, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Phil Kerpen from American Commitment about President Trump moving quickly to secure the nation's borders; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on a looming federal budget deadline; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine talks with Antho…
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(January 18, 2025 - January 25, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Zack Smith of the Heritage Foundationa about the process for confirming President Trump's cabinet nominees; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the pageantry of a Presidential inauguration; Eric Boehm and Christian Britchgi …
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States Grapple with AI Regulation Amid Rapid Innovation: Jake Morabito on ALEC TV Breakdown
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19:23Jake Morabito, Senior Director of ALEC's Communications and Technology Task Force, breaks down how the states approached artificial intelligence, digital privacy, and more in 2024 and what to expect in 2025. Special Guest: Jake Morabito. Support Across the StatesBy American Legislative Exchange Council
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TokTok, Major Cases Top Supreme Court Docket
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30:01(January 11, 2025 - January 17, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Mike O'Neill from the Landmark Legal Foundation about key cases now before the U.S. Supreme Court; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on Congressional efforts to enact the Trump agenda; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine and Ryan Y…
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Meta Seeks Nuclear Power for Its Energy Needs
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30:01(January 4, 2025 - January 10, 2025) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Paige Lambermont from the Competitive Enterprise Institute about Meta seeking nuclear power to meet its energy needs; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the state funeral for Jimmy Carter; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine discu…
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(December 21, 2024 - December 27, 2024). This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Keith Naughton of Silent Majority Stragegies about President-elect Donald Trump's second administration taking shape; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on congressional efforts to pass a continuing budget resolution; Eric …
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New York Jury Clears Subway Hero Daniel Penny
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30:01(December 14, 2024 - December 20, 2024) This week on Lincoln Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Zack Smith of the Heritage Foundation about a jury clearing Daniel Penny of charges in a New York subway incident; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on how congress will pass President-elect Donald Trump's economic agenda; E…
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This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Neil Chilson of the Abundance Institute about the Department of Justice's effort to force Google to sell Chrome; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the Hunter Biden pardon; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine looks at the record setting number of new regulations duri…
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(November 30, 2024 - December 6, 2024) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Phil Kerpen of American Committment about Donald Trump's first 100 days agenda; Scott Parkinson has the Real Story on replacements for members of congress tapped to serve in the Trump Administration; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine learns about the new…
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This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Tony Kinnett of the Daily Signal about the battle in the U.S. Senate over Joe Biden's judician nominees; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on President-elect Donald Trump's latest administration appointments; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine explains why the Departm…
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(November 9, 2024 - November 15, 2024) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry looks at the latest economic statistics with Ryan Young from the Competitive Enterprise Institute; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on Donald Tump's election victory; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine discusses the fiscal cliff that await…
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Why Americans Are Not Feeling the Improving Economy
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30:01This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with podcaster Jake Novak about why Americans are not feeling the improving economy; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on Kamala Harris' Fox News interview; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine gets details of the new Cato report card on the nation's governors from Cato's Ch…
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(October 12, 2024 - October 18, 20224) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Andrew Arthur from the Center for Immigration Studies about why FEMA doesn't have enough money to deal with natural disasters; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on U.S. Senate races in Ohio and Wisconsin; Eric Boehm of Reaso…
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(October 5, 2024 - October 11, 2024) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Sean Higgins of the Competitive Enterprise Institute about the economic impact of the dock workers strike; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the vice presidential debate; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine looks at federal gover…
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Universal Education Freedom and Tax Cuts in Iowa: John Wills at the ALEC Annual Meeting in Denver
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14:26At the 51st annual meeting of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) in Denver, Iowa Speaker Pro Tempore John Wills took a few minutes to sit down with ALEC TV to share the latest about his state’s groundbreaking reforms in recent years. The conversation underscored Iowa’s ambitious efforts to give families more control over their childre…
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Hidden Story Behind America's Housing Crisis
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30:01This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Jim Burling from the Pacific Legal Foundation about the hidden story behind America's housing crisis; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the political impact of the Fed interest rate cut; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine talks with Competitive Enterprise Institute…
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Surviving the Superminority in Illinois: Rep. John Cabello at the ALEC Annual Meeting
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8:10Illinois State Representative John Cabello, a Republican serving as Assistant Minority Leader, spoke with Catherine Mortensen about the challenges of working in a superminority. Sometimes it's more about stopping the bad bills than passing the good ones. Special Guest: John Cabello. Support Across the States…
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Finding Strength in ALEC with New Hampshire Rep. Jeanine Notter on ALEC TV
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5:23During the 51st ALEC Annual Meeting in Denver, Colorado, New Hampshire State Representative Jeanine Notter shared her experiences and insights as a dedicated public servant. With 14 years of service, Nodder has faced numerous challenges, yet remains committed to her role, largely due to the support and motivation she receives from the ALEC communit…
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This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Ned Ryun author of the new book American Leviathan: The Birth of the Administrative State and Progressive Authoritarianism; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the looming federal budget deadline; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine talks with Mark Cuban about Costs P…
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New Jersey Assemblyman Paul Kanitra Discusses Policy Challenges in the Garden State on ALEC TV
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12:15New Jersey Assemblyman Paul Kanitra stood out as a representative from a state not often associated with the ideals of limited government, free markets, and federalism. Facing the unique challenges of New Jersey’s political landscape, he maintains a commitment to pushing back against the policies he finds extreme. Special Guest: Paul Kanitra. Suppo…
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(September 7, 2024 - September 13, 2024) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Phil Kerpen from American Commitment about the need for further congressional action to REIN in the deep state; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the upcoming presidential debate; Eric Boehm and Stephanie Slade of Reaso…
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Education Freedom with Mesha Mainor at the ALEC 51st Annual Meeting
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5:56Georgia State Representative Mesha Mainor recently shared her insights at the 51st Annual Meeting of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) in Denver, Colorado. Marking her second year as an ALEC member, where she shared insights on critical issues affecting her community and discussed how the resources of ALEC are helping her address the…
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(August 17, 2024 - August 23, 2024) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Dennis Unkovic author of the new book The Fragility of China: Breaking Points of An Invincible Regime; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the presidential Electoral map; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine looks at calls to end tax…
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Border Crisis, Education Freedom, and Property Tax Reform with Texas Rep. Caroline Harris Davila at the 51st ALEC Annual Meeting
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12:52At the 51st ALEC Annual Meeting in Denver, Texas Representative Caroline Harris Davila, the youngest Republican woman ever elected to the Texas State House, shared her insights on the more pressing issues facing the Lone Star State. From the ongoing border crisis to education reform and historic property tax cuts, Davila provided a window into the …
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Questions Swirl Around Trump Assassination Attempt
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30:02(August 3, 2024 - August 9, 2024) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Lawrence Cunningham of Essential Security Stratgegies about questons surround the Trump assassination attempt; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on the Arizona primary election results; Eric Boehm of Reason magaine reports off-th…
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(July 27, 2024 - August 2, 2024) This week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Jason Bedrick of the Heritage Foundation about the GOP platform calling for universal school choice; Scott Parkinson from the Club for Growth has the Real Story on Joe Biden abandoning his campaign for re-election; Eric Boehm of Reason magazine gets detail…
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States Face Fiscal Reckoning: Jonathan Williams & Lee Schalk on the Fiscal New Year
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19:00Jonathan Williams, ALEC Executive Vice President of Policy and Chief Economist, and Lee Schalk, ALEC Vice President of Policy, recently examined the start of the new fiscal year. As 46 States Enter New Fiscal Year, most hope to avoid economic pitfalls lest they follow California's $170 Billion Budget swing into crippling debt. Special Guest: Jonath…
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Lost Children of Ukraine: Featuring Gillian Huebner, Karla Jones & Brooklyn Roberts
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14:21Gillian Huebner, Executive Director of the Collaborative on Global Children's Issues at Georgetown University, spoke with Karla Jones & Brooklyn Roberts about the children who have been kidnapped and disappeared during Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Special Guest: Gillian Huebner. Support Across the States…
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The Effect of Net Neutrality on America’s Technology Landscape: Jake Morabito on ALEC Breakdown
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13:34ALEC Communications & Technology Task Force Director Jake Morabito and Director of Policy Advancement and Media Relations Lars Dalseide discuss the reinstatement of net neutrality regulations by the Biden administration, which could harm the internet industry. Both suggest that limited government intervention in the internet and broadband industry …
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America’s Energy Needs: Joe Trotter on ALEC Breakdown
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14:34The Biden Administration's energy policy pose a clear threat to affordable and reliable power by revoking permits, denying access, and enriching our enemies. Joe Trotter, director of ALEC's Energy, Environment, and Agriculture Task Force, explains where things went haywire. Special Guest: Joe Trotter. Support Across the States…
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The Threat to Property Rights & Title Insurance
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13:46As part of ALEC’s Women Leadership Series, ALEC Federalism & International Relations Task Force Senior Director Karla Jones and ALEC Health & Human Services Task Force Senior Director Brooklyn Roberts spoke with Elizabeth Blosser, VP of Government Affairs American Land Title Association about how President Biden’s recent pledge threatens property r…
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Tackling The Fentanyl Crisis & Supporting Families
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28:37As part of ALEC’s Women Leadership Series, ALEC Federalism & International Relations Task Force Senior Director Karla Jones and ALEC Health & Human Services Task Force Senior Director Brooklyn Roberts recently interviewed Deena Loudon, Ambassador at Shatterproof and Mother of Matthew Loudon, and Tina Marie Bell, Mother of Brandon Bell, about dealin…
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Supporting Ukraine in Its Fight for Democracy
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35:35In this episode of ALEC's Women Leadership Series, Karla Jones, ALEC Federalism & International Relations Task Force Senior Director, and Brooklyn Roberts, ALEC Health & Human Services Task Force Senior Director, interview Dinara Gabibullaeva, Kiev City Council Member, Chairwoman of Solidarna Molod, and President of the European Democracy Network. …
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Grappling With AI Regulation & Innovation: Jake Morabito on ALEC Breakdown
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14:44Jake Morabito, ALEC Communications & Technology Task Force Director, sits down with Lars Dalseide discussing the challenges of regulating AI while balancing innovation and risk on this ALEC Breakdown. Special Guest: Jake Morabito. Support Across the StatesBy American Legislative Exchange Council
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Tackling Human Trafficking & Supporting Survivors For Women's History Month
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27:30Senior Director of ALEC's Health and Human Services Task Force Brooklyn Roberts & Senior Director of Federalism, Homeland Security and International Relations Karla Jones speak with Kansas State Representatives Carrie Barth and Rebecca Schmoe about Kansas' attempts to prevent and assist the victims of human smuggling. Special Guests: Carrie Barth a…
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Education Freedom and Policy Priorities: Andrew Handel on ALEC Breakdown
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6:17Andrew Handel, ALEC Education and Workforce Development Task Force Director, sat down with Lars Dalseide, ALEC Director of Policy Advancement and Media Relations, talking about the recent model policies passed by the task force such as education freedom accounts, adult learning programs, and preserving freedom of speech. Handel also talked about bu…
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Criminal and Civil Justice Policy Priorities: Nino Marchese on ALEC Breakdown
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10:52Nino Marchese, director of both the Criminal Justice and Civil Justice Taskforces at ALEC, sits down with Lars Dalseide to discuss the essential policy solutions both taskforces are focusing on for 2024. Civil justice focuses on lawsuit reform, tort reform, regulatory reform, and donor privacy issues. On the other hand, criminal justice seeks to ad…
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Michigan Should Follow Lead of Top Growing States: Jonathan Williams on ALEC Breakdown
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11:20Jonathan Willams, ALEC Executive Vice President of Policy and Chief Economist, sits down with Lars Dalseide on ALEC Breakdown to talk about his recent Detroit News op-ed about the findings from Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's Growing Michigan Together Council to address the state's slow population growth. Special Guest: Jonathan Williams. Supp…
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