Category Archives: Government

Jordahl, Ledbetter, Strohm Interview – Podcast October 28, 2019

Posted on October 30, 2019 by Gary LaMaster

The Impeachment Of Donald J. Trump. Democratic Perspective welcomes attorneys Mikkel “Mik” Jordahl, Jim Ledbetter and Richard “Rick” Strohm to discuss the constitutional underpinnings of impeachment and the charges that could potentially lead to Trump’s removal from office. In this … Continue reading →

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Podcast – October 21, 2019

Posted on October 22, 2019 by Gary LaMaster

Voting, Presidential Politics And Impeachment: A Conversation. Democratic Perspective co-hosts Steve Williamson and Mike Cosentino, along with regular contributors Klaus von Stutterheim and Gary LaMaster, discuss Democratic presidential candidates and the issues of the day. https://verdevalleyindependentdemocrats.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Dem-Perspective-10-21-19.mp3Podcast: Play in new window … Continue reading →

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Podcast – October 7, 2019

Posted on October 9, 2019 by Gary LaMaster

Impeachment – The Democratic Perspective crew discusses the Trump Ukraine scandal and the case for impeachment. Will Republicans continue their unwavering support of the president? Or will they recognize the growing danger of his abuse of power and the threat … Continue reading →

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Haddow Interview – Podcast September 30, 2019

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Gary LaMaster

Defending Local Democracy. Democratic Perspective co-hosts, Steve Williamson and Mike Cosentino welcome Kim Haddow, director of the non-partisan Local Solutions Support Center. She recently spoke to AZ League of Cities and Towns about pre-emption – the act of state legislatures … Continue reading →

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Biggers Interview – Podcast September 16, 2019

Posted on September 16, 2019 by Gary LaMaster

Resistance: The Quintessential American Value. Mike Cosentino welcomes author Jeff Biggers back to the show to discuss his new book: Resistance, Reclaiming an American Tradition. Biggers notes that the greatest American value is dissent, adding that the people who abuse … Continue reading →

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Garrison, Bateman Interview – Podcast September 9, 2019

Posted on September 9, 2019 by Gary LaMaster

Changes In Yavapai County. Mike Cosentino welcomes Yavapai County Supervisor Randy Garrison and his assistant Brandi Bateman to discuss a few of the issues impacting Yavapai County, Arizona. After first explaining the role of county government and its limitations, they … Continue reading →

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Podcast August 26, 2019

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Gary LaMaster

Who Will Rid The Nation Of Donald Trump? Democratic Perspective co-hosts, Steve Williamson and Mike Cosentino discuss the madness of Trump and the race to unseat him. Mike begins by warning of the disinformation that persists and that will probably … Continue reading →

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Jablow and Segner Interview – Podcast August 12, 2019

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Gary LaMaster

Overtourism – Destroying The Places We Love Most. The combination of the younger experiential generation and short-term rentals is placing increasing stress on tourist destinations around the world. Democratic Perspective welcomes City Councilman Scott Jablow and President of the Lodging Council, … Continue reading →

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Dunton, Segner, Strauch Interview – Podcast July 15, 2019

Posted on July 15, 2019 by Gary LaMaster

Paradise Lost. Sedona has long been considered one of America’s most beautiful places. But it is now endangered by short-term rentals, the Arizona legislature and the so-called sharing economy. It’s a phenomenon that is affecting other vacation destinations. But the … Continue reading →

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Moriarty Interview – Podcast July 8, 2019

Posted on July 8, 2019 by Gary LaMaster

The Impact Of Short-Term Vacation Rentals. Democratic Perspective welcomes Sedona Mayor Sandy Moriarty to discuss the impact of vacation rentals on her city. Almost every destination city is having problems with the trend, which has evolved from the small scale … Continue reading →

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