The Peoples Voice Podcast

Locked Out of Democracy? The War Over Open and Closed Primary Elections

Conversations around the primary election process in the United States continue to intensify, particularly around whether states should use open or closed primaries. A growing number of reform movements have pushed states with closed systems to consider opening participation to independents and unaffiliated voters. Closed primaries are often criticized for excluding these voters and potentially limiting participation in the only meaningful contests in heavily partisan states. In this episode I discuss how primary elections work in the United States, the differences between open and closed systems, and the arguments on both sides of the debate.   #primaryelections #closedprimary #openprimary #votersuppression  #unaffiliatedvoters #twopartysystem Check out the webiste for more info http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/ [http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/]     #thepeoplesvoicepodcast #social issues Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research

Illegal Dumping: One Man's Trash, Becomes Everyone's Trash

The issue of illegal dumping in America is becoming more exposed than ever, thanks to the rise of surveillance cameras and everyday citizens having easier access to recording tools. More cases are being caught and reported, leading to serious consequences like fines and the removal of dumped items ranging from boats and cars to even dangerous substances like cyanide. In this episode, I break down what’s driving this increase in exposure, the real health impacts on communities, and what can actually be done to address the problem. #illegaldumping #trash #hazardouswaste Check out the webiste for more info http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/ [http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/]     #thepeoplesvoicepodcast #social issues Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research

Homeowners Beware! It's Scam Season

Summer is a busy season for home repairs and outdoor projects, making it a prime time for scammers to target homeowners. Common schemes include home warranty scams and door-to-door contractors claim to spot storm damage and pressure homeowners into signing contracts or paying deposits immediately. Home improvement, driveway paving, tree removal, landscaping,and many other scams often involve collecting large upfront payments and then failing to complete the promised work. In this episode I discuss some of those scams  to alert homeowners. #scams #homeowners #pavementscams #homewarranty Check out the webiste for more info http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/ [http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/]     #thepeoplesvoicepodcast #social issues Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research

Pesticides on Trial: Killing Weeds or Causing Cancer?

Pesticides are chemicals used in farming to protect crops from insects, weeds, and diseases. Some people are worried that certain pesticides may cause cancer or other health problems. A major court case involving Bayer, a major manufacturer of some of these pesticides, is now being argued in the Supreme Court. The case could decide if companies have to put cancer warnings on their products. The decision could affect farmers, consumers, and pesticide makers across the country by deciding how much information must be included on labels and who controls the rules. In this episode, I discuss the case, the arguments from both sides, and foods we all eat that are treated with these pesticides. #weedkiller #cancer #supremecourt #farming #glyphosate #WHO #EPA  Check out the webiste for more info http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/ [http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/]     #thepeoplesvoicepodcast #social issues Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research

Right School, Wrong Address? School Residency Verification In U.S. Public Schools

In this episode, I discuss how U.S. school districts use private investigators, local law enforcement, and technologies like license plate recognition to verify student residency. School districts argue they investigate this to ensure students live within their boundaries, but some residency verification cases that are initiated sometimes unfairly target low-income families and students of color. What’s meant to protect resources often creates barriers, raising questions about fairness, bias, and who really belongs. #schoolresidencyverification #schooldistricts #publicschools #americaneducation  #schoolboundary Check out the webiste for more info http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/ [http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/]     #thepeoplesvoicepodcast #social issues Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research