Michael James talks journalism, Mayor Brandon Johnson and the upcoming presidential election with Live from the Heartland’s very own Thom Clark before learning about the upcoming documentary Loyal to the Truth about Katharine Lee Bates and her classic song “American the Beautiful” from filmmaker John de Graaf.

You can support Loyal to the Truth by pledging to its Kickstarter here and watch a trailer for the upcoming documentary here. Learn more about John de Graaf and check out some of his films at johndegraaf.com.

Heartland at Home Episode 204. This week's music, in order: “Stand Up (And Be Strong)” by Keb’ Mo’, "America the Beautiful" by Ray Charles, "America the Beautiful" by Frank Sinatra, and “Doin’ The Best You Can” by Chic Street Man.

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