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John Lappie: National Guard Troops in Cities in Crisis and Gerrymandering
John Lappie: National Guard Troops in Cities in Crisis and Gerrymandering
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How has the assassination of Charlie Kirk changed public discourse?

Plymouth State University Professor Dr. John Lappie provides a very thoughtful and important message regarding the state of our nation after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Dr. Lappie reminds us that civil discourse is the norm on an overwhelming number of colleges and universities.

We also caught up about the growing list of states that are looking at redistricting. Dr. Lappie also discusses the implications of President Trump potentially activating the National Guard in Chicago, Memphis, and New Orleans.

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