HearSay with Cathy Lewis

We follow the latest developments on the cases of COVID-19 in the Trump administration. Cathy Lewis also discusses the prospect of disruptions and interference at the polls on election day. Finally, we talk about the friends and family we've become disconnected from over political arguments.

We discuss the amendment to the state's constitution about redistricting which appears on the ballot this election. Then, as part of continuing discussions with candidates, Cathy Lewis talks to the incumbent and the challenger in the race for the first district seat in the House of Representatives.

We talk about the need for widespread education on basic civic principles and how you can get involved in your community.

Cathy Lewis discusses the health implications of the recent rally on the Peninsula. Also, we talk about Amy Coney Barrett, the president's nominee to the Supreme Court. Finally, we hear from someone trying to make the election safer in November.

How does one date during a pandemic? We explore the opportunities and challenges with Dr. Justin Lehmiller, a social psychologist and researcher at Indiana University’s Kinsey Institute. Then we hear from two more candidates for mayor in the City of Suffolk.

Cathy Lewis talks to representatives of the local Libertarian and Green parties about the state of the 2020 election. We also discuss the future of journalism with a rising reporter. Then we hear from candidates running for mayor of Suffolk.

The sister of a Black man killed by police while he was reportedly having a mental health crisis joins HearSay to discuss a new bill to address the issue. We also talk to Del. Jennifer Carroll Foy about the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Then we talk about the closing of the Daily Press office and the industry of journalism. Finally, a candidate for the Portsmouth mayoral race discusses his plans for the city.

Last week, Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring joined attorney generals from Maryland and Washington, D.C. to sue the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), for what they say is its failure to protect the Chesapeake Bay. We talk to Attorney General Herring about the lawsuit. WHRO’s Sam Turken also joins to discuss his reporting on the water quality in the Bay. And finally, we hear from more of the candidates for mayor in the City of Portsmouth.

There are less than four weeks left to fill out the U.S. Census which helps the government determine where to send federal money for certain programs. Gaylene Kanoyton, a member of the state’s Complete Count Commission, joins us to discuss its importance. Then we hear from several of the candidates for mayor in the City of Portsmouth.

Hampton Roads has entered Phase 3 with the easing of coronavirus restrictions. We discuss the effects with WHRO's Mechelle Hankerson and our audience. We also discuss the conditions for postal workers. Then, we talk about third parties in this year's election. Finally, Dr. Lisa Mazzio from Watermark Psychological Services returns to help us deal with the feeling of being overwhelmed.