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Join us for a roundtable discussion on state legislation addressing illegal immigration, featuring The Center Square's Executive editor Dan McCaleb, Associate editor Kim Jarrett, and Arizona reporter Cameron Arcand. In this episode, we discuss how what has historically been a federal issue - illegal immigration law - has become a state issue. We examine states including Texas, Iowa, Oklahoma, and Arizona that have passed or tried to pass legislation making illegal immigration a state crime. We consider the events that have led to this shift and the legal challenges these laws are facing. Join us as we discuss state efforts to address immigration enforcement across America.


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Join us for a roundtable discussion on The Center Square Voters’ Voice Poll, featuring The Center Square's Executive editor Dan McCaleb, D.C. Bureau Chief Casey Harper, and Investigative reporter Brett Rowland. In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics the Voters’ Voice Poll covers from the 2024 election to immigration, education to failing trust in the media. We examine how the polling results help us understand the news and the interests of taxpayers across the country. We consider how the Voters’ Voice Poll reveals voters’ perspectives on a number of key issues, asking questions other polls don’t. Join us as we discuss The Center Square Voters’ Voice Poll and the issues that matter to the American people.


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Join us for a roundtable discussion on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies and debates, featuring The Center Square's Managing editor Alan Wooten, staff reporter Jon Styf, and Washington State reporter Carleen Johnson. In this episode, we examine how DEI policies are impacting different professions including Doctors, Lawyers, and government officials. We explore the concerns critics raise about the impacts of these policies on outcomes. We consider the tension between these efforts and past legal rulings. Join us as we discuss DEI policies on the state and federal levels.


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Join us for a roundtable discussion on Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rules, featuring The Center Square's regional editor Steve Wilson, staff reporter Jon Styf, and regional editor J.D. Davidson. In this episode, we explore the significant changes taking place in college sports and the NCAA. We look at the court cases challenging NIL and transfer rules that have led to this upheaval in college sports. We consider the potential consequences for education, high school sports, and taxpayers. Join us as we discuss the future of amateur sports and compensation.

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Join us for a roundtable discussion on new gun restrictions and the legal battles surrounding them, featuring The Center Square's reporters Joe Mueller, Greg Bishop, and Kenneth Schrupp covering Missouri, Illinois, and California, respectively. In this episode, we delve into the nationwide debates surrounding gun control, examining both proposed legislation and ongoing litigation in state and federal courts. Drawing examples from Missouri, Illinois, California, and Hawaii, we dig into the complex landscape of firearm regulations. Tune in for a balanced exploration of the challenging issues at the intersection of gun restrictions and public safety.




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A roundtable discussion on publicly funded stadiums featuring The Center Square's Missouri reporter Joe Mueller, Tennessee reporter Jon Syf, and Virginia reporter Morgan Sweeny. In this episode, we explore the debates over taxpayer funded sports stadiums. We look at how negotiations between governments and sports teams have played out in Virginia, Missouri, and across the country.  We consider the economic impacts of these stadiums - both the benefits they bring to communities and the ways they fail to live up to supporters’ promises. Tune in to hear a balanced look at the difficult questions surrounding taxpayer funded stadiums.



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