Where Does Tuberville Live? + Confronting Alabama's Confederate Symbols (w/ SPLC's Rivka Maizlish)
Josh Moon and David Person open the show by discussing the ongoing questions surrounding Tommy Tuberville's residency in Alabama, particularly in light of a recent report on his homestead exemption and the legal challenges he could face if he runs for governor. They delve into the constitutional requirements for the office and how evidence of where Tuberville primarily resides could impact his eligibility and potential legal battles.
Rivka Maizlish from the Southern Poverty Law Center joins the show to discuss the latest edition of "Whose Heritage Is It?", a report tracking Confederate memorials across the United States. She explains the historical context and purpose of these memorials as a form of propaganda, the progress being made in removing them despite recent pushback, and the ongoing efforts to educate the public about the true history of the Confederacy.
Josh and David continue their ongoing conversation about the challenges facing the Democratic party in Alabama and the potential Republican candidates for governor, specifically analyzing the political landscape and the strategic considerations for the upcoming election cycle. Plus, this week's Rightwing Nut of the Week.
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Music courtesy of Mr. Smith via the Free Music Archive: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/mr-smith/discography