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AP | EP26 - Unpacking the New Republican State Chair, Joe Kent's Endorsement, School Budget Challenges, and More! Sep 02, 2023

New Republican State Chair , Joe Kent Endorsement, Yakima School District asking tax payers for more money to minimize administration’s budgeting failures and MORE!

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AP | EP25 - Power Play: Analyzing Legislative Wins and Losses, Political Races, and Referendum 101 with Jim Walsh Jul 08, 2023

Introduction: After a long hiatus, hosts Matt Brown and Hannah Joy are back with an exciting new episode of their podcast. In this episode, joined by guest Jim Walsh, they dive into the successes and failures of the past legislature session, discuss the upcoming WSRP chairman's race, explore the 2024 Governor's Race in Washington State, and analyze Referendum 101 Reject SB5599.

Legislative Reflections: After a much-awaited return, Matt, Hannah, and guest State Rep. Jim Walsh provide an insightful overview of the recently concluded legislature session. They examine notable achievements and areas where progress fell short, reflecting on key bills passed, their impact on the state, and the political implications surrounding these legislative actions.

WSRP Chairman's Race: Shifting gears to party politics, our hosts and Jim Walsh delve into the upcoming Washington State Republican Party (WSRP) chairman's race. They discuss the candidates vying for the position, their platforms, and the potential consequences of this critical leadership election.

2024 Governor's Race: Looking ahead, Matt, Hannah, and Jim analyze the unfolding dynamics of the 2024 Governor's Race in Washington State. They explore the contenders, major issues shaping the race, and offer their insights on potential outcomes and their implications for the state's political landscape.

Referendum 101: Rejecting SB5599: Our hosts, along with guest Jim Walsh, tackle the significant Referendum 101, which seeks to reject SB5599. They provide an overview of the referendum, delve into its implications, and present balanced discussions around the arguments for and against it. Listeners are encouraged to form their own informed opinions.

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AP | EP24 - Unpacking the Complexities of Gen Z, Politics, and Parking in the City. Apr 16, 2023

In this episode, we delve into the complex intersection of Gen Z, politics, and paid parking in the city of Yakima.

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AP | EP23 - We're Back!! Apr 01, 2023

We've made it past the infamous Episode 23 curse and are delighted to announce our triumphant return with a brand new episode! During our hiatus, we missed out on a lot and in this latest installment, we've updated you on all that we've missed. We're thrilled to be back and ready to dive back into our work!

Link to Election Integrity Updates: https://billbruch.substack.com/p/exposed-rico-election-crimes-in-washington-99d

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AP | EP22 - Challenging the Status Quo: A Discussion with Joe Kent Feb 11, 2023

In this episode of the podcast, we sat down with Joe Kent, a Congressional candidate in CD3 of Washington. He discussed his stance on key issues such as healthcare, education, and the economy, and explained how he plans to represent the people of Washington in Congress.

Throughout the conversation, Joe touched on the challenges he faces in his campaign, his previous campaign and the strategies he has in place to overcome them. We really enjoyed this episode with Joe, and hope to have him on again in future episodes.

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AP | EP21 - Inside the Legislative Session: Updates and Analysis Jan 14, 2023

In this episode of Accurate Perspective, hosts Matt Brown and Hannah Joy welcome guest hosts Representative Jim Walsh and Julie Barret from Conservative Ladies of WA. They start the episode by providing updates on the latest developments from the legislative session, discussing current issues and potential strategies for moving forward. They also dive into the upcoming RNC Committee elections happening at the end of January and its potential impact on the party, providing a comprehensive overview of the political landscape.

Conservative Ladies of Washington Legislative Action Center: Click Here

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AP | EP20 - WA Domestic Terrorism: The Report's Implications Jan 07, 2023

On a this episode of the show, we welcomed guests from the Center for Self Governance to discuss the new report on domestic terrorism released by the Washington State Attorney General. The report focuses on domestic terrorism in the state and the steps the AG wants to take to combat it. The guests provided insight into the report and its findings, as well as the strategies being implemented to address the issue.

PDF of the Domestic Terrorism Report: Click Here

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AP | EP19 - Interview with Semi Bird (Part 2) Jan 01, 2023

Welcome to the Accurate Perspective podcast! Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Semi Bird, a candidate for governor in Washington State. This is Part 2 of our interview with Semi.

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In this episode, we will delve into Semi's background and motivations for running for governor, as well as his vision for the state of Washington. We'll also discuss his stance on key issues and policy priorities, and hear about his campaign strategy and message. Finally, we'll touch on any challenges Semi has faced or anticipates facing during the campaign.

We hope you enjoy this interview with Semi Bird and tune in for the next episode. Thank you for joining us on the Accurate Perspective podcast!

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AP | EP19 - Interview with Semi Bird (Part 1) Dec 31, 2022

Welcome to the Accurate Perspective podcast! Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Semi Bird, a candidate for governor in Washington State. This is Part 1 of our interview with Semi, so be sure to stay tuned for the next installment.

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In this episode, we will delve into Semi's background and motivations for running for governor, as well as his vision for the state of Washington. We'll also discuss his stance on key issues and policy priorities, and hear about his campaign strategy and message. Finally, we'll touch on any challenges Semi has faced or anticipates facing during the campaign.

We hope you enjoy this interview with Semi Bird and tune in for the next episode. Thank you for joining us on the Accurate Perspective podcast!

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AP | EP18 - National Election Results Recap Dec 06, 2022

We did a full national politics recap show now that the midterms are over. For this show only, stick your national politics hat on, and join us!

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AP | EP17 – General Election Results Nov 13, 2022

Accurate Perspective – EP17 – General Election Results

The 2022 Elections are almost in the books, and we go over the results in the show and discuss future steps for Republicans and Democrats moving forward in Yakima County.

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AP | EP16 - Election Integrity in Washington State, what is the latest? Oct 29, 2022

EP16 - Election Integrity in Washington State, what is the latest?

With elections right around the corner, we had Bill Bruch from the Washington State Republican Party election integrity committee speak with us on the show.

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AP | EP15 - Yakima County Commissioner District 1 Forum! Oct 08, 2022

Accurate Perspective - EP15 - Yakima County Commissioner District 1 Forum!

Today we had Angie Girard (D) & Amanda McKinney (R) on for a forum to discuss ongoing issues in Yakima County & their upcoming election in November.
Today in History Segment

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Special: Regional Government - Full Breakdown on what it is, and what's happening! Oct 02, 2022

Today Mark Herr from Center for Self Governance joined us for a special on Regional Government. If you've been wondering what it is and want a full breakdown of it, join us!

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AP | EP14 - Schools, Cities, and Elections coming in 2023! Sep 25, 2022

School Boards

Yakima School District

Director; Position 3 - Norm Walker - 2023 Director; Position 4 - Raymond Navarro, Jr. - 2023 Director; Position 5 - Martha J. Rice - 2023
- Map - https://www.yakimacounty.us/DocumentCenter/View/27390/Yakima-SD

West Valley School District

Director; District 1 - Michael A. (Mike) Meyer - 2023 Director; District 4 - Mark Mochel - 2023 Director; District 5 - Dave Jaeger - 2023
- Map - https://www.yakimacounty.us/DocumentCenter/View/27389/West-Valley-SD

East Valley School District

District 1 - Vacant - 2023 Director; District 3 - Seth Basford - 2023 Director; District 4 - Ray Wiseman - 2023
Map - https://www.yakimacounty.us/DocumentCenter/View/27377/East-Valley-SD

Naches School District

District 1 - Marcie Carrell - 2023District 4 - Patti Hyatt - 2023 District 5 - Brandi Lippold - 2023
- Map - https://www.yakimacounty.us/DocumentCenter/View/27383/Naches-Valley-SD

City Council

Yakima City Council

Council District 1 - Eliana Macias - 2023
Council District 3 - Patricia Byers - 2023
Council District 5 - Soneya Lund - 2023
Council District 7 - Holly N. Cousens - 2023
Interactive Map - https://www.yakimawa.gov/council/city-council-districts/

Union Gap City Council

Council Position 4 - Jack Galloway - 2023
Council Position 5 - David O. Hansen - 2023
Council Position 6 - Julie Schilling - 2023

Moxee City Council

Council Position 3 - Jan Hutchinson - 2023
Council Position 4 - David Roy - 2023
Council Position 5 - Larry Frank - 2023
Mayor - LeRoy Lenseigne - 2023

Selah City Council

Council Position 4 - Clifford Peterson - 2023
Council Position 5 - Roger L. Bell - 2023
Council Position 6 - Michael Costello - 2023
Council Position 7 - Russell Carlson - 2023
Mayor - Sherry Raymond - 2023

Votewa.gov

Check out who is your representative for each.

This Day in History Segment - Intro (Matt)

22 Sept, 1914 German U-Boat Submarine 1914 : For the first time in wartime the capabilities of Submarine warfare is seen when a German U-Boat submarine sinks three British cruisers, the Aboukir, the Hogue, and the Cressy, in just over one hour.

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AP | EP13 - Interview with WA Congressional 4th Candidate Doug White (D) Sep 10, 2022

Accurate Perspective - EP13 - Interview with Congressional 4th District Candidate Doug White (D)

We interviewed with congressional candidate Doug White (D) and his plans for the Congressional 4th District.
Today in History Segment

Next Show: Late September

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AP | EP12 - WA CD4, Republicans where you at? You ready? Aug 23, 2022

Accurate Perspective - EP12 - WA CD4 Issues, Discussion, and an all around what the heck is going on around here?

Hannah Joy joined us from Skamania County today to discuss the hotly debated CD4. My passion on this episode may get me in trouble. (Matt)

One our co-hosts Lindsey Werremeyer wrote a new children's book check it out on Amazon, and pick it up for your kiddos!

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AP | EP11 - Primary Election Results Recap Aug 06, 2022

Accurate Perspective - EP11 - Primary Election Results Recap

Chris Corry joined us on today's show, as we went through primary election results and talked elections moving forward.

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AP | EP10 - Schools, School Districts, Education Service Districts. Jul 23, 2022

Accurate Perspective - EP10 - Schools, School Districts, Education Service Districts.

Today, State Rep Jim Walsh Joined us on the show, to talk schooling and education in Washington State!

Next Show: August 5th, 2022

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AP | EP9 - Voters Guide, Port District, Elected Mayor, WHAT?! Jul 10, 2022

Accurate Perspective - EP9 - Voters Guide, Port District, Elected Mayor, WHAT?!

We had Mark Shervey from Mak Daddies Coffee Roasters on with us in this episode, to discuss the upcoming elections, and more!

Voters Guide Recap
Our Predictions
Port District
Elected Mayor

Next Show: July 22 -24th, 2022

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AP | EP8 - County Government & Crime! Jun 25, 2022

Accurate Perspective - EP8 - County Government & Crime!

Interview with Kyle Curtis (County Commissioner Candidate D2)
Local Politics Updates
YCRLC Commissioner Forum Update
Supreme Court Dobbs Case
Crime Resource Service
Sunnyside Cinco De-Mayo Case

Next Show: July 8th, 2022

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AP | EP7 - Regional Government, Local stuff, Technical problems oh my! Jun 11, 2022

Accurate Perspective - EP7 - Regional Government, Local stuff, Technical problems oh my!

We had some technical issues with our interview with Mischa, but we will have her on again soon!

Interview with Mischa Venerables (County Clerk)
Local Politics Updates
- Coffee Stand issues
Interview with Mark Herr (CSG)
Filing Day Updates

Next Show: June 24th, 2022

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AP | EP6 - The Final Day of Filing Week! May 21, 2022

Episode 6 - Day 5 of Filing Week!

Congressional Candidate Corey Gibson joined us today on the show to discuss the races going on in Yakima County. Our coverage of filing week continues!

Source for candidate filings

https://voter.votewa.gov/CandidateList.aspx?e=876&c=39

Source for RLCWA Congressional Debate

https://fb.watch/d8eZ6s4ZCR/

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AP | EP5 - The Brumback Angle May 20, 2022

Episode 5 - Day 4 of Filing Week!

Attorney Scott Brumback joined us today on the show to discuss the judge races going on in Yakima County. Our coverage of filing week continues!

Source for candidate filings

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AP | EP4 - Filing Mayhem Continues! May 19, 2022

Episode 4 - Day 3 of Filing Week!

Amanda McKinney & Gina Mosbrucker joined us on the show today, as we continue our coverage on who filed May 18th for this election cycle.

Source for candidate filings

https://voter.votewa.gov/CandidateList.aspx?e=876&c=39

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AP | EP3 - Day 2 of filing week! May 18, 2022

Episode 3 - Day 2 of Filing Week!

Representative Chris Corry joined us on the show today, and we talked about who filed May 17th for this election cycle.

Source for candidate filings

https://voter.votewa.gov/CandidateList.aspx?e=876&c=39

Federal funding source for CD4 race:

https://www.opensecrets.org/races/summary?cycle=2022&id=WA04

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AP | EP2 - Filing week begins! May 17, 2022

Podcast Episode 2 Day 1 of Filing Week

Day 1 of filing week, lets discuss!

County Commissioner

Ladon Linde - District 3
Alex Roy - District 1

County Clerk

Mischa Venables
Billie Maggard

County Coroner

Marshall Slight

County Treasurer

Ilene Thomson

County Assessor

Jacob Tate

Prosecuting Attorney

Joe Brusic

County Auditor

Charles Ross

State Representative Races

District 14

Chris Corey
Gina Mosbrucker

District 15

Bryan Sandlin

State Senator Races

District 15

Jim Honeyford

PCO Seats Filled so far

(27 out of 174 precincts - Republican)
(1 out of 174 precincts - Democrat)

Congressional Races

Recap from Debate on May 7th, 2022

Those who have filed so far!

Ben Garcia III
Corey Gibson
Doug white
Dan Newhouse

Source for candidate filings

https://voter.votewa.gov/CandidateList.aspx?e=876&c=39
Federal funding source for CD4 race: https://www.opensecrets.org/races/summary?cycle=2022&id=WA04

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Disclaimer

When the show was recorded 3 candidates did not file yet. They have since joined the race. Jerrod Sessler for CD4, and Jacek Kobiesa for CD4 and Bruce Chandler for D15 State representative. We will discuss on tomorrow's show.

***Correction on state senator races. They are 4-year terms (which we knew just had a mental brain fart) and Curtis King in the 14th is still in his term until January 2025.

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Accurate Perspective - EP1 (Pilot) May 01, 2022

A systematic approach to Local Politics in Yakima
Hosted by Matt Brown, Dave Mullen, Lindsay Werremeyer

Upcoming Shows - Full Filing Week Breakdown