Eye on the Issues
Welcome to Eye on the Issues, the podcast brought to you by the Wyoming Liberty Group. Whether you're a proud Wyoming resident, hail from the Cowboy State, or simply care deeply about the issues facing Wyoming, this podcast is your go-to resource.
Join us as we delve into the heart of Wyoming's most pressing concerns, offering you insights and perspectives from a diverse range of voices. You'll hear from Wyoming lawmakers and elected officials sharing their viewpoints, along with community and thought leaders who are shaping the future of our great state. We also bring in subject matter experts to provide in-depth analysis and understanding on key issues.
The Wyoming Liberty Group is committed to empowering Wyoming's future. With over 15 years of experience and impact in our state, we're more than just a think tank. While we pride ourselves on rigorous research, we go beyond that to craft innovative solutions that promote free enterprise, limited government, personal responsibility, and government accountability.
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Eye on the Issues
Wyoming Secretary of State on Elections and Economic Policy
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In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sat down with Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray for a wide-ranging conversation on election integrity, business regulation, and the role of the Secretary of State’s office in shaping Wyoming’s future.
Secretary Gray discusses the election-related bills from the recent legislative session that he believes would have made the biggest difference for Wyoming, including pen-to-paper ballots, a ban on ballot harvesting, stronger post-election audit transparency, and expanded recount procedures. He also reflects on reforms already passed in Wyoming, including voter ID, proof of citizenship for voter registration, bans on foreign funding in elections, and prohibitions on ranked-choice voting.
The conversation also turns to Wyoming’s business climate and the Secretary of State’s role in overseeing corporate filings, combating fraudulent entities, and keeping Wyoming competitive as a place to do business. Gray explains how his office is working to improve filing efficiency, respond to fraud concerns, and strengthen Wyoming law to address foreign adversary involvement and false filings.
Finally, the discussion broadens into economic development, state policy priorities, and the tension between protecting Wyoming’s traditional industries and outside pressures tied to politically driven energy agendas. It is a candid conversation about governance, accountability, and the direction of policy in Wyoming.
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