The Economy And Another Stimulus Check, State Supreme Court And COVID Lawsuits

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First, we talk to a public policy writer about the economy and how another stimulus check could help Americans who are hurting financially. Then, a reporter joins us to talk about the state Supreme Court taking up lawsuits related to COVID-19 mandates and the possibility of new pandemic-related legislation.

Featured in this Show

  • The Prospect Of A Pandemic Stimulus Bill

    Cases of COVID-19 continue to rise rapidly in the United States and congress has stalled on a deal for further pandemic relief. We take a look at the negative economic trends of the last few months and how a stimulus bill could improve them.

  • Challenges To Governor's COVID-19 Policies In State Supreme Court

    The state Supreme Court is hearing challenges to the governor’s mask mandate that will have long-term implications for executive power in the state. We look at this, plus new COVID-19 legislation from the governor.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Jana Rose Schleis Producer
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Catherine Rampell Guest
  • Patrick Marley Guest