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On the Ballot with Ballotpedia connects people to politics by providing neutral, nonpartisan, and reliable information on our government, how it works, and where it’s headed. This year, we're hoping to learn more about what our audience and what topics you want us to tackle. Complete a brief 5 minute survey to review the show and share some feedback: forms.gle/zPxYSog5civyvEKX6 Stream On t... more

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All of it at texastribune.org.
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Q: Can you give us the latest on what's going on with this congressional redistricting fight in Texas?
Republicans are trying to redraw the congressional map to create five additional seats for themselves, but Democrats have fled the state to stop this from happening.
Nebraska's Nonpartisan Registration Surge: Why Voters Are Ditching Party Labels
Q: What kind of arguments are there around the closed primary system in Nebraska?
Arguments typically include financial issues for voters and parties, with nonpartisan voters expressing frustration over paying for primaries without having a voice in them.
Nebraska's Nonpartisan Registration Surge: Why Voters Are Ditching Party Labels
Q: How does Nebraska's nonpartisan election system work?
Everyone gets to vote on a nonpartisan ballot in the primary, with the top two candidates advancing to the general election regardless of party affiliation.
Nebraska's Nonpartisan Registration Surge: Why Voters Are Ditching Party Labels
Q: What did your report find about Nebraska's party registration changes?
There has been a significant increase in nonpartisan registrations, while fewer voters are registering as Democrats, reflecting a larger trend observed nationwide.

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This podcast engages listeners with a focus on the intricate world of politics, touching on various topics related to governmental operations, legal reforms, and electoral processes. Each episode features insightful discussions around current events, notable political developments, and legislative changes across the United States. Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to providing a neutral and nonpartisan perspective, ensuring that listeners receive factual and comprehensive information about the political landscape. Audience interviews and expert guests enrich the dialogue, allowing for varied viewpoints on critical issues such as voting rights, election laws, and major elections at local, state, and national levels. Potential listeners ... more

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