Join Wayne Laugesen as he sits down with Colorado Governor Jared Polis for a candid, cross-aisle conversation on "Wayne's Word." Despite their differing views—Wayne as a conservative and Polis a Democrat—they embody the spirit of "disagree better," discussing everything from government shutdowns and food assistance to electric vehicles, state taxes, healthcare challenges, abortion, Middle East peace, and immigration. With fun detours into folk music legends like Pete Seeger and Bob Dylan, this episode highlights how dialogue can bridge divides in a healthy democracy. Recorded amid timely issues like EV subsidies and Medicaid cuts, it's a must-watch for insights into Colorado policy and national debates.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more episodes of Wayne's Word—where we rise above the noise!

Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & Banter: Wayne's World References and "Disagree Better"05:00 - Government Shutdown: SNAP Cards & $10M to Food Banks09:00 - Electric Vehicles: Colorado Leads in Sales & Subsidies11:00 - State Income Tax: Push to Zero It Out & Opposing Increases17:00 - Property Taxes & Revenue Sources20:00 - Healthcare: Medicaid Expansion, Supply Issues & Cost-Shifting31:00 - Abortion: Pro-Choice vs. Pro-Life Views & Supporting Pregnancies37:00 - Middle East: Trump’s Role in Peace Deals & Campus Protests41:00 - Immigration: Border Security, Sanctuary Policies & Deportations44:00 - Closing: Call to Donate to Food Banks & Final Thoughts

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