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Both Sides of the Aisle is a weekly debate over politics, policy and current issues facing the state of Utah, featuring voices representing the Right, the Center, and the Left.
Representing Right is State Auditor John Dougall (R), on the Left is former Salt Lake County Councilwoman Shireen Ghorbani (D), and speaking for the “common sense middle” is Natalie Gochnour, an associate dean in the David Eccles School of Business and director of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah. The show is produced by Anthony Scoma.
Both Sides of the Aisle attempts to help you understand the important questions facing residents of this state, while proving that Republicans and Democrats can sit in a small room and have a meaningful conversation.
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Our hosts discuss public investment in sports, Utah's urban core, and the future of the Democratic Party.
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Our hosts discuss Rep. Celeste Maloy, Republican vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance, and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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Our hosts discuss the state school board's partisan elections, school voucher programs, and teacher retention.
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Our hosts discuss the Dignity Index, its purpose, criteria, and how it can contextualize political speech.
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Our hosts discuss the outcomes of primary races for Utah's national and local political offices.
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Our hosts discuss mifepristone, bump stocks, the dangers of social media, and the relevance of political endorsements.
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Our hosts discuss tense debates, poll numbers, and the candidates for Utah's top political offices.
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Our hosts discuss Sen. Dan McCay's return to the program, Israel-Palestine, controversial flags, and Utah Pride.
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Our hosts discuss Nikki Haley endorsing former President Trump, pandas, and real estate interests among Utah legislators.
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Our hosts discuss hunger strikes, when to call your representatives, and how much time Utah legislators spend on the job.