Episode 20 — Weston County to Washington D.C.

The Weston County Commissioners fired the opening shot in a battle that has been brewing for over ten years, and Bob and Alexis go off the page to discuss the possible reactions from Cheyenne — and the potential (and potentially unlikely) ramifications on this year's election. We also review the legislature's tumultuous budget session, the governor's use of his veto power and the lawmakers' inability to rally and do anything about it. We wrap it up with a look at the national political scene, including the rising fame of a lady who bought a horse in Weston County once...

We get up close and personal with American democracy — from the courthouse to the capitols — and encourage parents and teachers to gather up the kiddos and take advantage a whole lot of teachable moments that are presenting themselves in state and local news.

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