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Separation of Church and State

This week, Morgan and Kailee discuss the history behind the separation of church and state, why it is so important to keep that separation, and how the current blurring of that line is creating a rise in Christian Nationalism. 
Link to Pew Research article: https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2026/05/14/how-americans-feel-about-religions-influence-in-government-and-public-life/ 
Link to PRRI study: https://prri.org/research/mapping-christian-nationalism-across-the-50-states-insights-from-prris-2025-american-values-atlas/ 
 
Important Election Dates:
Election Day: Thursday, August 6th
Deadline to register: Tuesday, July 7th 
Last day to request absentee ballot: Monday, July 27th
Absentee ballots must be received by end of election day
Early voting: July 17th through August 1st

THC-a, Data Centers, Farmers, and Splash the Otter!

We're doing a slightly different format this week and bringing you a few shorter stories rather than one big topic of discussion. Hear about the upcoming ban on THC-a, some updates on data centers in the local area, and the rising costs for farmers. Listen to the end to hear about the country's only search and recovery otter! 
 
Sign the petition against building a data center next to the Nashville Zoo: https://www.change.org/p/nashville-zoo-says-no-to-proposed-data-center 
Learn more about Splash and find some other good news at: https://goodgoodgood.co 

The Era of Misinformation

This week, Morgan and Kailee discuss the difficulties of staying politically informed in the modern era when misinformation seems to saturate both the internet and the mainstream media. Let us know if there are any topics you'd like to hear us talk about in future episodes! 

Joshua Sales, Candidate for US House District 7

This week we welcome special guest Joshua Sales who is running to represent US House District 7. This interview covers everything from what motivated Joshua to run for office, to how his policies differ from his opponent, Matt Van Epps, and even how we can turn Spirit Airlines into a nationalized transportation system!  
 
Find everything you need to know about Joshua, his policies, and how you can support at his website: https://sales4congress.com/  
Save Spirit Airlines! https://letsbuyspiritair.com/ 

Why All The Redistricting?

We're back! And man, has a lot happened in the few weeks we've been out... Kailee and Morgan return to Neighbors Helping Neighbors to discuss the recent Supreme Court ruling regarding the Voting Rights Act and how Tennessee, among many other states, are taking immediate advantage of this ruling to create new congressional district maps that disenfranchise Black voters. 
 
Updates on Immigration Package - more info at https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Schedule/Default
SB 1464/HB 2506: Signed
SB 1880/HB 1639: Signed
SB 1881/HB 1640: Signed
SB 1486/HB 2018: Passed - sent to Governor
SB 2108: No update from 3/31 Committee meeting
HB 1711 - taken off Subcommittee calendar

Supporting Local Nonprofits

This week Kailee and Morgan provide an introduction to some local non-profits that provide support and assistance across the state of TN. Links below for all organizations discussed if you are interested in getting involved or donating to a good cause - remember, any amount helps!! 
ACLU of TN: https://www.aclu-tn.org/
PENCIL: https://pencil.org/ 
DonorsChoose: https://www.donorschoose.org/ 
Indivisible: https://indivisible.org/ 
United Ministries Food Bank: https://www.facebook.com/UnitedMinistriesFoodBank/
Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.org/ 
 
Updates on Immigration Package - more info at https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Schedule/Default
SB 1464/HB 2506: Passed - sent to Governor
SB 1880/HB 1639: Passed - sent to Governor
SB 1881: Passed - waiting on HB 1640
HB 2018 Passed - waiting on SB 1486
SB 2108: No update from 3/31 Committee meeting
April 13th: 
HB 1640 @ 2:00pm House Floor Session 
April 14th:
HB 1711 @ 12:00pm Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee 
SB 1486 @ 2:30pm Senate Floor Session

How TN is Privatizing Education

This week, Morgan and Kailee discuss where the future of public education is headed in the state of TN and policies that are clearly motivated by a desire to privatize the education sector. 
Link for State Education Report Card: https://tdepublicschools.ondemand.sas.com/state/assessment 
Link to WalletHub report: https://wallethub.com/edu/e/states-with-the-best-schools/5335 
 
Updated hearing dates on Immigration Package - more info at https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Schedule/Default
SB 1464/HB 2506: Passed - sent to Governor
SB 1880/HB 1639: Passed - sent to Governor
SB 1486: Referred to Senate Calendar Committee (no date set)
SB 2108: No update from 3/31 Committee meeting
 
April 6th: 
SB 1881 @ 3:00pm Senate Floor Session
HB 2018 @ 2:00pm House Floor Session 
April 8th: 
HB 1640 @ 2:30pm State and Local Government Committee
HB 1711 @ 12:30pm Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee
 
Register to vote by Monday, April 6th! Information and resources for TN residents on how to register to vote or check your registration status can be found at https://sos.tn.gov/elections 

Why Protesting Matters

Join us this week as Morgan and Kailee discuss why it is so important to participate in local protests, not only to make your voice heard but also to stay connected with your community. We hope to see you at one of the upcoming events! 
 
Updated hearing dates on Immigration Package - more info at https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Schedule/Default
SB 1464/HB 2506: Passed; awaiting final signatures
HB 1639: Passed; waiting on Senate (SB 1880)
HB 2018: Referred to Calendar and Rules Committee (no date set)
SB 1881: Referred to Senate Committee (no date set)
March 30th: 
SB 1880 @ 3:00pm Senate Message Calendar (Senate Floor Session)
March 31st: 
SB 1486 @ 8:30am Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee
HB 1711 and HB 1640 @ 11:00am State & Local Government Committee 
SB 2108 @ 1:00pm Senate State and Local Government Committee
 
Register to vote by Monday, April 6th! Information and resources for TN residents on how to register to vote or check your registration status can be found at https://sos.tn.gov/elections 

Noah Wade, Candidate for County Commission District 5

This week we had the opportunity to interview Noah Wade who is the Democratic candidate for County Commission District 5! Hear Noah's plans for Greenbrier and Robertson County and learn what inspired him to run for office at a young age. 
Follow Noah on his campaign socials: 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wade4robco/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Wade-for-County-Commission-District-5/61588314429292/
 
Find your county district here: https://robertsoncountytn.gov/local_government/county_commissioners/county_commission_districts.php 
 
Updated hearing dates on Immigration Package - more info at https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Schedule/Default
SB 1464: Passed; waiting on House (HB 2506)
SB 1880: Passed; waiting on House (HB 1639)
SB 1486: Referred to Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee (no date set)
March 24th: 
SB 1881 and SB 2108 @ 10:30am Senate State and Local Government Committee 
HB 2018 and HB 1711 @ 12:00pm State & Local Government Committee 
March 25th: 
HB 1640 @ 10:30am Public Service Subcommittee 
March 26th: 
HB 2506 and HB 1639 @ 9:00am House Calendar
 
No Kings protest will be on Saturday, March 28th. More details here: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/903582/ 
 
Register to vote by Monday, April 6th! Information and resources for TN residents on how to register to vote or check your registration status can be found at https://sos.tn.gov/elections 

When Will the Lies About Immigration Stop?

The lies being spread about U.S. immigration policy & enforcement, and immigrants themselves, have created a fear-based culture in America that is now driving unconstitutional policy change at a national and local level. This week's episode is intended to expose some of the most common immigration misconceptions and shed light on the reality of immigration in the United States.
 
Updated hearing dates on Immigration Package - more info at https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Schedule/Default 
SB 1464: Passed, awaiting House action on HB 2506
SB 1486 and 1880 placed on committee schedule; date and time TBD
Monday, March 16th: HB 2056 @ 11:00am Government Operations Committee
Tuesday, March 17th: SB 1881 @ 10:30am Senate State and Local Government Committee
Wednesday, March 18th: 
HB 1640 @ 10:30am Public Service Subcommittee
HB 1639, HB 2018, and HB 1711 @ 1:30pm State & Local Government Committee 
 
No Kings protest will be on Saturday, March 28th. More details here: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/903582/ 
 
Register to vote by Monday, April 6th! Information and resources for TN residents on how to register to vote or check your registration status can be found at https://sos.tn.gov/elections