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State House with Frank Santos Frank Santos
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Politics is a contact sport. You don’t have to look hard to find examples of that today. If you’re engaged in policy making or just want to get an insider's look into how some of the biggest issues facing Texans play out, then this is your podcast!
A political veteran with 30 years’ experience of lobbying in Texas and throughout the United States for some of the largest corporations in the world. I’ve spent my entire career in backrooms, and statehouse hallways helping to craft laws and policies and NOW, I want to bring you inside some of these discussions so you have access to the inner workings of the Texas StateHouse. You’ll find it revealing, useful and actionable- keeping YOU involved in today's most important conversations.
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Understanding Hispanic Voting Trends with Michael Baselice Part 2
In this part two of the conversation with Frank and Michael Baselice, they explore the allocation of resources in political campaigns and the importance of targeting specific voter groups. It discusses the Republican Party's efforts to communicate with different demographics and the impact of redistricting on election outcomes. The conversation also touches on the potential influence of migrants on the political landscape and the generational shift in voting patterns. It concludes with a discussion on the need for comprehensive immigration reform and the importance of addressing the concerns of veterans.
Chapters00:00 Strategic Allocation of Campaign Resources08:20 Addressing the Challenges of Illegal Immigration
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Understanding Hispanic Voting Trends with Michael Baselice Part 1
Frank is joined by Michael Baselice of Baselice & Associates, Inc in the mobile studio. Together, they explore the Hispanic voting trends towards Republicans and the importance of the Hispanic Latino vote for the future of the country. It discusses the shift in the Hispanic vote in Texas from about 37% Republican to about 43% and the impact of the younger Anglo votes in urban and suburban centers.
The conversation also touches on the differences in Hispanic voting trends between Texas and other states like California. It highlights the need for Republicans to do a better job garnering votes from the Hispanic Latino community and the importance of addressing issues like education and healthcare. In conclusion, they cover the role of patriotism and the need for both parties to engage with the growing Hispanic population.
Chapters00:00 The Hispanic Voting Trends Towards Republicans04:50 The Impact of Younger Anglo Votes in Urban and Suburban Centers15:18 Recognizing the Contributions of the Hispanic Community and Engaging with the Growing Population
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Behind-the-Scenes Work in Politics with David Weeks Part 2
This part 2 covers various topics including the challenges of implementing policies, the political shift in the Hispanic community, the impact of Biden's actions on the border and oil industry, the importance of school choice, and the role of social media in communication. Lastly, Frank and David touch on the dynamics of the Texas House and the upcoming legislative session.
Chapters00:00 Challenges of Implementing Policies04:43 Impact of Biden's Actions on the Border and Oil Industry09:05 Importance of School Choice15:25 Role of Social Media in Communication
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Behind-the-Scenes Work in Politics with David Weeks Part 1
David Weeks, a veteran in corporate and political communications, discusses his 40-year career and the behind-the-scenes work in politics. He highlights the shift in Texas politics from conservative Democrats to Republicans and the rise of the Tea Party Movement. Weeks emphasizes the importance of candidates representing the values of their districts and the role of elections in shaping policy. He also touches on the contested Republican primary races and the influence of money in campaigns. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the border security issue and its impact on both the Republican and Democratic parties.
Chapters00:00 The Importance of Behind-the-Scenes Work in Politics03:07 The Shift in Texas Politics from Conservative Democrats to Republicans10:46 Elections Have Consequences: Shaping Policy Through Voting13:11 The Increasingly Contested Republican Primary Races15:34 The Role of Money, Candidates, and Messaging in Campaigns20:10 The Border Security Issue: A Point of Division in the Democratic Party
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The Patient Experience with Physician Dispensing with Matt Hoff Part 2
In this part two, Frank and Matt Hoff discuss the challenges of accessing healthcare and the benefits of point of service medication dispensing. It also explores the legislative efforts and support for this practice. The changing healthcare landscape and the need for improved patient experience are highlighted. The role of physician groups and the convenience of dispensing medications at the point of service are discussed. The impact on weekend and urgent care medications is examined. The states of Florida and Indiana are cited as examples of successful implementation. The challenges in Texas and the frustration of pharmacists are addressed. The video demonstration of the in-clinic dispensing process is showcased. The value of point of service dispensing and the need for spreading awareness and building support are emphasized. The conversation concludes with a discussion on healthcare politics in Texas.
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00:00 Patient Access and Benefit
02:07 Legislation and Support
03:36 Changing Healthcare Landscape
04:33 Physician Groups and Point of Service Dispensing
05:32 Improved Patient Experience
06:29 Weekend and Urgent Care Medications
07:30 State Examples: Florida and Indiana
08:28 Challenges in Texas
09:28 In-Clinic Dispensing Process
11:23 Pharmacist Frustration and Pharmacy Closures
12:47 Relieving Work for Doctors and Pharmacists
14:14 Value of Point of Service Dispensing
15:11 Spreading Awareness and Building Support
16:37 Healthcare Politics in Texas
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The Patient Experience with Physician Dispensing with Matt Hoff Part 1
Frank is joined by Matt Hoff, CEO of A-S Medications Solutions where they discuss the topic of physician dispensing and its benefits in improving medication access for patients. Matt shares his personal background and military experience, leading into A-S Medications Solutions and explains how their company supports physician dispensing.
Together, they explain the legislative changes required for physician dispensing in Texas and the challenges faced in implementing these changes. Matt highlights the patient experience and the positive impact of physician dispensing on medication adherence. This leads to the invitation for further discussion and raising awareness about physician dispensing.
Takeaways:-Physician dispensing improves medication access for patients and increases medication adherence.-Legislative changes are needed in Texas to allow for physician dispensing.-Physician dispensing can save time for both patients and healthcare providers.-Spreading awareness about physician dispensing is crucial to promote its benefits and encourage legislative changes.
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