Josh and David discuss the first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. They also talk about the impact of endorsements from celebrities like Taylor Swift and the potential outcome of the election. Was the debate a turning point in the election? State Rep. Phillip Ensler zooms in to discuss his thoughts on the first presidential debate, and he also talks about the importance of the Biden-Harris administration's contributions to Alabama, particularly in terms of funding for infrastructure and pandemic response. Then the conversation shifts to gun legislation. Finally, David and Josh remember the anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. And updates on the Stephen Perkins shooting and police accountability in Decatur.

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