Welcome to 'Childcare Tax Break Breakdown,' the essential podcast for HR and operation leaders in large enterprise organizations across the United States. Hosted by Greg and Doug, two experts with a shared passion for savvy financial solutions and a unique personal bond - both are proud dads, former single fathers, born on the same day, and enthusiasts in finding financial loopholes. Every episode guides you through the latest childcare legislation and financial grants, offering insights int ...
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Episode 11: Vermont's Child Care Employer Tax, Japan's Child Care Policies, and Why Couldn't the Presidential Candidates Just Give a Straight Answer?
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Welcome to Episode 11 of the Child Care Tax Break Breakdown podcast with hosts Greg and Doug! In this episode, they discuss the challenges of finding child care, the impact of child care shortages, and solutions implemented in Vermont and Japan. Support the show and buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taxbreakbreakdown In Vermont, a new $…
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Episode 10: $150K to $2M Childcare Tax Credit Proposal – Too Good to Be True?
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On our 10th episode of the Childcare Tax Break Breakdown we discuss a potential new bill introduced at the federal level, the Child Care for American Families Act, H.R. 8540. The bill aims to enhance the Employer Child Care Tax Credit, increasing the general percentage for qualified childcare expenditures to 40%. For small businesses with 500 or fe…
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Episode 9: Are Bigger Childcare Stipends Always Better? Our Research Says No + Upcoming Bills in Pennsylvania and Ohio
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Support our podcast and buy us a coffee (we need it): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/taxbreakbreakdown Ever wondered how effective childcare tax credits really are for employers and employees? Join us as we uncover the intricacies of Pennsylvania's House Bill 1958, which offers a 30% tax credit for employers contributing to childcare costs. Doug shar…
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Colorado Legislative Wrap-Up: Real Estate
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As the dust settles, the results of the 2024 Colorado Legislative session will impact the real estate industry. Tune in for a panel discussion with Brownstein Shareholders Blair Lichtenfels, Sarah Mercer, Caitlin Quander and Kevin Walsh, who cover what passed and what the possible short- and long-term impacts will be.…
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The Race to November: 2024 Election Preview
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Summer is approaching and, right on time, the 2024 election is starting to heat up. Races for the House, Senate and the presidency are all kicking into gear as we reach the second half of primary season, and many campaigns are pivoting toward the general election. Today, Brownstein’s policy professionals will discuss if any party has an edge going …
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DOJ Proposes Regulations to Reschedule Cannabis
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On May 16, the Department of Justice proposed regulations to reschedule cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance. The rule would significantly loosen federal restrictions on cannabis, opening new opportunities to industry members, researchers and cannabis users. Still, major questions loom. Join Shareholders Melissa Kuipers Blake and …
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Episode 8: Alabama's HB 358 Tax Breaks, Why Childcare "Surveys" Don't Work, and North Carolina's "National Day Without Childcare"
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As we navigate the heartfelt observances of Mother's Day and the National Day Without Child Care, we uncover the stark realities child care providers face every single day. From the grueling hours and low compensation to the burdensome costs of operations, our latest episode offers an eye-opening discussion on the dire need for systemic support in …
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The Independent Contractor Question and Why it Matters
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Well-meaning businesses that utilize independent contractors face a host of challenges in today’s evolving legal landscape. Join Brownstein employment Shareholders Kayla Dreyer and Luke Glisan, and Associate Russell Kalvelage, for a fresh look at employee classification and learn the risks of misclassification in an increasingly hostile environment…
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Episode 7: Moms First / BCG Report on Childcare Benefits ROI & What Does UPS, Steamboat, Etsy, Fast Retailing and Synchrony Offer as Childcare Benefits
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Episode 7: Childcare Tax Credit Programs - A Deep Dive with Greg and Doug Welcome back to the newly renamed Childcare Tax Break Breakdown, where we dissect the latest in childcare tax credits and benefits that employers can leverage. In this episode, we've covered a lot of ground, from state care policies to innovative employer strategies. State Ca…
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Real Estate Financing: Your Loan Is Maturing ... Now What?
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A pending loan maturity date can raise many issues, including hurdles with loan modification negotiations, the need for additional equity, and the potential for rescue or alternative capital as a loan exit strategy. Tune in for a discussion with industry and legal professionals on these topics and the current lending and refinancing market to learn…
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Episode 6: Missouri, Minnesota and New Mexico Childcare Tax Credits and Grants for Employers
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On this episode of the Tax Break Breakdown, Greg and Doug dive into the tax breaks available in different states, focusing on Missouri and Minnesota. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in accessing these tax incentives, highlighting the importance of staying informed and proactive. Join them as they break down the details of Bill SB 742 …
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Episode 5: Spreadsheet Secrets: Measuring the True Value of Childcare Benefits on Employee Retention
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In this episode, we discuss the expansion of childcare benefits and the impact of flexible work on turnover. They provide insights on calculating turnover costs and how to calculate the return on investment (ROI) for implementing a childcare benefit program with a real life spreadsheet example that you can download here. The episode highlights the …
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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has released new rules, through the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act (SBREFA) (pronounced sa-brief-a) process, that would drastically change the landscape of credit reporting. The regulations would heavily restrict credit reporting agencies’ ability to use medical debt in determining…
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Episode 4: Childcare Subsidies or Stipends: Taxable or Tax-Free?
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Celebrate with us as we hit a podcast subscriber milestone—it's a jovial start with a personal twist, discovering that our car choices are as identical as our mission to dissect critical issues! After a little banter, we steer the conversation to a topic close to many hearts and homes: childcare support for working parents. We revisit Indiana’s imp…
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Episode 3: The 12-Step Program to Solving Childcare for Employers
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Struggling to integrate childcare into your company's benefits package? Look no further, as Greg and I unfold an innovative 12 Step Program to Solving Child Care for Employers, perfectly tailored to provide sustainable solutions. As we celebrate the growth of our community, we share a heartfelt "grug fact of the day," connecting our personal experi…
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Episode 2: Ways to Solve Childcare Challenges for Rural Manufactures Employers + Other Childcare News
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Episode 2 Summary: Greg and Doug tackle the pressing issue of childcare in manufacturing, particularly in rural areas, in this enlightening episode. They kick off the discussion with an update on the CHIPS Act funding and the newly revised criteria for HSAs, FSAs, and HRAs. The core of the episode revolves around innovative strategies to overcome c…
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Episode 1: Indiana's $25M Employer Lifeline - A Big Boost for Employer Childcare
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Just two dads talking childcare tax credits. Free money for employers in Indiana! Welcome to the inaugural episode of the "Tax Break Breakdown" podcast, hosted by Greg and Doug! Tailored for HR and operations teams in enterprises, this episode serves as a comprehensive guide to navigating childcare benefits and tax breaks. Dive into the world of ch…
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Libations and Liability at the Office Holiday Party
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‘Tis the season for office holiday parties! These events present a once-a-year opportunity to boost employee morale and reward workers for another great year, but they can also open employers to a number of litigation risks and liability headaches. Take a listen as employment shareholders Kayla Dreyer and Luke Glisan discuss the most important ques…
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Colorado Prop HH: Property Tax Relief vs. TABOR
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Colorado voters have a choice this November: trade relief from increasing property tax rates in exchange for smaller refunds for all taxpayers. If approved, Proposition HH would reduce assessed property valuations for the next 10 years and backfill lost revenues to local governments by allowing the state to retain more tax revenue from TABOR refund…
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On Sept. 31, 2023, a collection of federal subsidies for childcare expired. The loss of this funding has sent state and local governments, along with operators and patrons of childcare businesses, scrambling for answers on how this will affect organizations focused on early childhood development. Today members of Brownstein and the Early Care & Edu…
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Rescheduling Cannabis and SAFER Banking: More Substance Than Show?
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When Biden announced moves last year to reform cannabis, most thought it was just virtue signaling. Then, late last month, the Department of Health and Human Services surprised the entire industry with a recommendation to reclassify cannabis from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3 under the Controlled Substances Act. A few weeks later, the Congressional Rese…
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Brownstein Health Care Business Panel 2023: Threats and Opportunities
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Our 2023 Health Care Business Panel looked at the top threats and opportunities in health care right now. The panelists covered the business outlook and dealmaking recalibration that is taking place in the health care industry, the regulatory power of the Biden administration and how they are looking to change health care, as well as antitrust issu…
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Brownstein’s Tax team discusses how to read the topography of the tax landscape as we come out of Congress’s summer recess and approach the final months of 2023. Bipartisan support for renewing or extending various tax provisions has shown promise for new legislation, yet there is little movement on Capitol Hill since the midterms. Our team talks t…
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Colorado Lawmakers Focus on Tenants’ Rights
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Tenants’ rights were certainly on the minds of Colorado lawmakers this legislative session. The state passed several bills that will significantly impact multifamily properties and how landlords can write their leases and interact with tenants. Tune in as Blair Lichtenfels and Zach Siegel go over the new legislation covering everything from newly b…
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Getting Defensive: What to Expect Regarding Defense Spending
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Now that the smoke has cleared from the debt ceiling negotiations, what defense spending may look like heading into the next year has come into a clearer view. The $886 billion agreed to by House GOP leaders and the Biden administration represents a 3.3% increase over last year but has already drawn criticism from Republicans and Democrats alike. N…
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With Denver’s municipal runoff over, the city finally has a new mayor-elect with Mike Johnston winning by a healthy margin. While the results in the mayor’s race may not be surprising, results in the City Council runoff elections saw one incumbent progressive edged out in favor of a more moderate candidate—leaving open questions about the political…
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How to Appeal Your Colorado Property Tax Valuation
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Taxpayers in Colorado got their property tax assessments on May 1, most with huge spikes in their new valuations. Take a listen as Zach Siegel talks with Justin Cohen about how the process works, the difference between residential and commercial property taxes and how taxpayers can appeal the skyrocketing values used to assess their property taxes.…
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Possible Changes to Denver's 'Expanding Affordable Housing' Ordinances
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Denver is considering changes to its Expanding Housing Affordability ordinances that would extend deadlines for developers. Adopted in June 2022, the ordinances require both for-rent and for-sale projects with 10 or more multifamily units to either include affordable housing options or pay a fee in lieu and require commercial projects pay linkage f…
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Since the 1980s, California has faced a worsening housing crisis as development continues to lag behind national averages and demand. Facing a tangle of obstacles from intensive zoning and environmental laws to high land cost and NIMBY resistance, California has to double its housing production to keep pace with demand. Tune in as Shareholder Chris…
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What Denver's New Building Code Means for Developers
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Denver approved the International Building Code with some amendments in January 2023. For developers who relied on the city’s building code as it was written in 2019, this presents a dilemma. Which code applies to development projects in the middle of the approval process, and what changes are required to keep these projects moving? Tune in as shar…
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SB 213: Big Changes to Local Oversight of New Housing Projects
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Colorado’s governor rolled out an ambitious bill aiming to tackle the state’s growing housing crisis by limiting municipalities’ oversight of residential development in the state’s most populated cities. In a home-rule state, is a statewide housing shortage enough to override legal deference to municipalities’ ability to govern land within their bo…
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With Denver election results still trickling in, real estate shareholders Blair Lichtenfels and Zach Siegel recap where the tallies for mayor, city council and referred questions stand as of Thursday morning. Tune in as they detail what we know about the results, what we don’t and where we go from here.…
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Referred Question 2M: Modernizing Zoning Exceptions and Variances in Denver
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The Denver City Council is asking Denver voters to remove 100-year-old language from the City Charter related to the Board of Adjustment in an effort to modernize zoning exceptions and variances. Real Estate Shareholders Blair Lichtenfels and Zach Siegel bring in land use attorney Caitlin Quander to discuss Referred Question 2M—how it works, what w…
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There’s a lot at stake in Denver’s municipal election on April 4. For the first time in 12 years Denver will have a new mayor and there will be a minimum of five new city council members. Real Estate Shareholders Blair Lichtenfels and Zach Siegel come together to get us up-to-date on the election, the inevitable runoff and the impact we’re seeing f…
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Founded in 1958, the Federal Aviation Administration, or FAA, is the nation’s largest transportation agency, overseeing all aspects of civil aviation. Due to the ever-changing needs of air travel, the association is required to reauthorize its authorities and spending on a regular basis. With current Congressional authorization ending on Sept. 30, …
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Key Issues in Sustainable Water Investment
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We are at a critical and exciting juncture where multiple industries and interests are converging to rise to the challenges of ensuring a resilient and accessible water future. Brownstein and WestWater Research have teamed up to co-host the Sustainable Water Investment Summit March 9-10 at the Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, California to p…
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Since the Great Depression, Congress has passed a farm bill every five years to fund projects from agricultural research to nutrition programs to rural development and more. This year, the bill poses a significant test to a divided government. In our conversation today, we will cover what we have seen in past farm bills, areas of possible bipartisa…
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Although Environmental, Social and Governance—more commonly known as ESG—principles are often portrayed as a new trend, the concept has been around for decades and fundamentally is about ensuring long-term value. Listen as co-chairs of Brownstein’s ESG practice Jason Downs, Carrie Johnson and Rebecca Tucker talk about what ESG is and what it is not…
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2022 Midterm Panel Post-Election Follow Up
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Nov. 8 has come and gone, but control of Congress is still up in the air. While the predicted “red wave” failed to materialize, Republicans may yet take control of both chambers from the Democrats. Policy Directors Will Dunham, Nadeam Elshami, Brian McGuire and Carmencita Whonder, representing experience from the four corners of Congressional leade…
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Untangling Water Affordability: Policy Challenges and Community Impacts
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From water infrastructure failures in Jackson, Mississippi, to a megadrought of historic proportions in California, water affordability is an emerging policy concern for an industry already facing huge challenges. Tune is as Brownstein’s Jessica Diaz speaks to industry experts Jennifer Capitolo and April Ballou about how the issue of water affordab…
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With the 2022 midterms fast approaching, the heads of our Washington, D.C. Technology and Telecommunications group, Al Mottur and Greta Joynes, provide perspective, and banter, from both sides of the aisle on the upcoming elections, Senate and House leadership predictions, thoughts on what will happen in the lame duck and legislative priorities thr…
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Four Corners Perspective: 2022 Midterm Elections
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Brownstein's senior policy directors representing the four corners of congressional leadership join together for a discussion on the upcoming midterms. Nadeam Elshami, Carmencita Whonder, Brian McGuire and the Brownstein Policy team's newest member, Will Dunham, give their predictions for the results of the 2022 elections and dive into how these ch…
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Colorado Employment Law Update: New Noncompete Law Takes Effect
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Among a batch of significant changes to Colorado’s employment laws passed this year, a major overhaul to the state’s noncompete and restrictive covenant laws take effect Aug. 10. The revisions significantly impact how employers protect information like trade secrets, expand coverage to restrictive covenants much more broadly and significant alter e…
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With the rise of Big Tech and social media, privacy advocates have rung the alarm on how these large organizations treat their users’ data. Outside of a few lawmakers, this issue never gained traction on Capitol Hill or in the White House, until now. The introduction of the bipartisan American Privacy and Data Protection Act, as well as new regulat…
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Election 2022: What You Need to Know About Colorado Ballot Measures
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Another election year, another ballot cycle in Colorado. In this episode, Brownstein’s Sarah Mercer, David Meschke and Denver Donchez talk about the state’s ballot measure process and what voters can expect in this even-year election.By Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck
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The Bipartisan USICA-COMPETES Conference—Will it Work?
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May 9 marked the start of the bicameral conference to negotiate the House-passed USICA and Senate-passed COMPETES Act—both designed to counter China’s growing global influence and improve U.S. competitiveness. Brownstein’s Government Relations team sits down to discuss this rarely used political practice, possible roadblocks, the timeline and the p…
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Implementing Infrastructure at the State and Local Level
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The $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is a once-in-a-generation investment in the nation’s infrastructure. With state and local politics increasingly driving national outcomes, our state Government Relations team takes a deep dive into how these funds trickle down from federal coffers to state and local projects from coast to coa…
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With President Biden’s policy plans largely stalled in Congress, we’re seeing the administration’s priorities materialize in the regulatory world. Our Government Relations team dissects one of most controversial rules proposed by the Securities and Exchange Commission: the new regulations surrounding reporting of climate impacts by public companies…
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Implementation of Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
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The implementation of the $1.2 trillion bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act represents the largest infusion of infrastructure funds in a generation. With so much funding up for grabs, road bumps are to be expected. Our federal Government Relations team discusses what implementation of this historic bill looks like, what will get funde…
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All Politics Are Local: First Look at 2022 Governor Races
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As gridlock on Capitol Hill continues, state and local politics become more and more relevant every election cycle. With 36 of 50 states holding gubernatorial elections this year, governors are largely shaping national policy on issues ranging from COVID mandates and crime to education policy and infrastructure repairs. Tune in as our State Governm…
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