Category Archives: Government

LaMaster Interview – Podcast October 24, 2022

Posted on October 26, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

GOP Derangement Syndrome. Even though I’ve written three books about Republican lies and disinformation, until the last two years, I could not have imagined that one of our two major political parties would be willing to undermine our democracy through … Continue reading →

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Jablow – Podcast October 17, 2022

Posted on October 18, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

Knowledge And Experience Versus Bluster And Questions. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Scott Jablow, Sedona’s vice-mayor and finalist in the city’s mayoral runoff election. Having worked for Sedona in a number of positions, few know the city’s needs as … Continue reading →

Posted in Arizona Politics, Civic Renewal, Community, Conservatives and Reactionaries, Elections, Environmental Issues, Fiscal Policy, Global Warming, Government, Health Care, Housing, Infrastructure, Initiative and Referendum, Interviews, Local Politics, Political Candidacy, Political Polarization, Public Accountability, Public Lands, Public Service, Voting | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments Off on Jablow – Podcast October 17, 2022

O’Halleran Interview – Podcast September 26, 2022

Posted on September 27, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

Working To Find Common Ground. Steve Williamson, Karen McClelland and Stephen Hanks welcome U.S. Congressman Tom O’Halleran to discuss the issues and his campaign for re-election in a newly apportioned district in Arizona. The new district stretches from the Tucson … Continue reading →

Posted in Agricultural Policy, Arizona Politics, Budget Negotiations, Campaign Finance, Civil Liberties, Civil Society, Dark Money, Democratic Governance, Economic Policy, Elections, Fiscal Policy, Government, Health Care, Housing, Infrastructure Investment, Interviews, Law Enforcement, National Politics, Philosophy, Political Candidacy, Political History, Political Parties, Political Polarization, Public Service, Social Security, States' Rights, Supreme Court, Veterans' Issues, Voting, Women's Rights | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on O’Halleran Interview – Podcast September 26, 2022

Quezada Interview – Podcast September 19, 2022

Posted on September 20, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

Investing In Arizona. Not Politics. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Arizona Senator Martin Quezada, candidate for Arizona State Treasurer. Quezada says that treasurer is a much different role than serving in the Senate. “The role of treasurer, ideally, should … Continue reading →

Posted in Arizona Politics, Banking And Finance, Climate Change, Economic Policy, Education, Education Policy, Elections, Environmental Issues, Ethics, Fiscal Policy, Global Warming, Government, Interviews, Monetary Policy, Political Candidacy, Public Accountability, Tax and Investment Policy | Tagged , | Comments Off on Quezada Interview – Podcast September 19, 2022

Bitecofer Interview – Podcast September 12, 2022

Posted on September 14, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

Hyper-partisanship, Polarization, And Political Realignment. Karen McClelland and Stephen Hanks welcome Rachel Bitecofer, Political Scientist and Election Analyst, to discuss the upcoming midterms. She begins by noting that the electorate is always in flux driven by changing demographics, geographic allegiances, … Continue reading →

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Singal Interview – Podcast August 15, 2022

Posted on August 15, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

Optimism For Democrats In Upcoming Elections. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome historian Dan Singal back to the show to give his views on the current state of politic affairs. Asked about Democrats’ prospects for the midterms, Singal, who has … Continue reading →

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Miller Interview – Podcast August 8, 2022

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

Assessing The Cult Of Trump And Democratic Chances For The Midterms. Steve Williamson, Karen McClelland and Stephen Hanks welcome Tim Miller, former Republican strategist, and author of the best-selling book Why We Did It: A Travelogue from the Republican Road … Continue reading →

Posted in Arizona Politics, Civil Society, Conservatives and Reactionaries, Domestic Extremism, Elections, Entitlements, Ethics, Government, Immigration, Interviews, LIberals and Conservatives, Marriage Equality, Medicare, Morality, National Politics, Philosophy, Political Action Committees, Political History, Political Lies, Political Parties, Political Polarization, Political Theory, Presidential Elections, Women's Rights | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on Miller Interview – Podcast August 8, 2022

Jordahl, Ploog Interview – Podcast August 1, 2022

Posted on August 2, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

End Of Roe Chaos. Steve Williamson and Stephen Hanks welcome attorneys Holli Ploog and Mik Jordahl back to the show to discuss the aftermath of the US Supreme Court’s decision to dismantle the protections of Roe v Wade. Ploog says … Continue reading →

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Mayes Interview – Podcast July 25, 2022

Posted on July 26, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

A Lawyer For The People. Steve and Karen welcome Kris Mayes, candidate for Arizona Attorney General. A former Republican turned Democrat, she was born and raised in the Prescott area of Yavapai County. Mayes promises to stand up for the … Continue reading →

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Dunn, Thompson Interview – Podcast July 18, 2022

Posted on July 19, 2022 by Gary LaMaster

A Long-Term Vision For Sedona. Steve and Karen welcome Melissa Dunn and Jon “JT” Thompson (sedonajt.com) who are standing for Sedona City Council. Dunn is an accomplished high-tech professional who has owned a home in Sedona for 14 years, while … Continue reading →

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