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Two New Hampshire State Senators call into the show to discuss different topics.

Joining us first to discuss the recent walkout by Concord High School students to protest ICE with NH Senator Avard. Sen Avard also discusses concerns about a planned joint walkout by students from North and South Nashua on February 4.

NH Senator Sue Prentiss joins us to discuss the concerns with the recent passage of the Open Enrollment Bill in the NH Senate.

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