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 Tonight I sat down again with Chad Hansen, who’s running for Josephine County Commissioner, Position 2 in Josephine County Oregon.

Watch the Video Interview here :  https://youtu.be/765-an0SSLQ

We had also done a n interview earlier this year so be sure to check out that first conversation with Chad I will put the link below. 

Also please subscribe for more local candidate interviews and discussions about politics and more here in Southern Oregon. 

First Interview with Chad from back in May : https://youtu.be/jzCZkaUgD88 

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 Today I sat down with Mayoral Candidate "Barbara Howard" She loves her city and cares deeply about her city , she wants to clean things up and make things better for everyone in Cave Junction. Watch this video and find out more! 

See the video here :  https://youtu.be/0kz2BqbpTys

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 Today on **The JoCo Republican Podcast**, I sit down with Oregon State Senator **Noah Robinson** to discuss the proposed removal of the **120-year-old Murphy Dam** in Murphy, Oregon. 

 Why are local taxpayers potentially being asked to spend **around $4 million** to remove infrastructure that has served our community for over a century? This dam helps feed irrigation canals that support neighboring properties, plays a role in local fire protection, and has been part of our community's history for generations. 

 Supporters of removal argue the dam interferes with fish passage. However, many local residents point out that there is already a fish ladder, fish are regularly seen making it past the dam, and there have reportedly been strong fish returns upstream this year. These are important questions that deserve an open public discussion before millions of taxpayer dollars are spent. 

 Many people in our community also feel that organizations such as WaterWatch, which they view as being based outside the local area, are pushing for changes that will have lasting impacts on Josephine County while the people who live here are left with the consequences. 

 If you believe your voice should be heard, now is the time to speak up. 

 Please contact the **Josephine County Board of Commissioners** and let them know your thoughts on the proposed Murphy Dam removal. Also contact the **Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)** and submit your comments explaining why you believe the dam should be preserved or why you believe additional alternatives should be considered before demolition moves forward. 

 Whether you support removal or preservation, we encourage everyone to become informed, participate respectfully, and make your voice heard. 

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 What do Elon Musk, a former homeless man from Grants Pass (me), and Oregon's homelessness crisis have in common? More than you might think.  

See the Video Here :  https://youtu.be/76TJsmKHg0g

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In this episode of The JoCo Republican Podcast, I break down Elon Musk's incredible journey from South Africa to Canada, through failure, risk, near bankruptcy, Tesla, SpaceX, and ultimately becoming one of the most influential entrepreneurs in the world. Then I compare that journey to my own story. Years ago I was homeless right here in Grants Pass. 

Today I own RecTech (www.rectechgp.com) and provide public safety technology, surveillance systems, and security solutions to communities and law enforcement agencies throughout Oregon.

 The lesson isn't that everyone becomes a billionaire. The lesson is that success requires accountability, hard work, risk-taking, discipline, and refusing to quit. We also tackle Oregon's homelessness crisis, the Housing First model, drug enabling, the homeless industrial complex, and why compassion without accountability often traps people instead of helping them recover. 

Special thanks to Richard Emmons and the Oregon Eagle for sharing my story and helping show that recovery, redemption, and success are still possible. 

What do you think? Is accountability the missing piece in Oregon's homelessness policies? 

Leave your thoughts below. 

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 California is once again taking DAYS / WEEKS to count millions of ballots, and many Americans are asking the same question: How can one of the most technologically advanced states in the nation still struggle to deliver timely election results? 

SEE THE FULL VIDEO HERE :  https://youtu.be/aOqJ-n5J3uc

 In this episode of The JoCo Republican Podcast, we take a closer look at California's vote-by-mail system, the ongoing ballot counting process, election confidence, and why so many voters are questioning a system that seems to drag on long after Election Day. 

 We'll also discuss the Spencer Pratt race, the explosion of election memes and misinformation on social media, and the growing problem of people accepting screenshots and viral posts as fact without doing any research of their own. 

This isn't about conspiracy theories. It's about asking questions, looking at the facts, and having an honest conversation about election systems, transparency, accountability, and public trust. 

At a time when outrage travels faster than information, maybe it's time we started demanding evidence instead of slogans. 

Do you think California's election system is helping or hurting confidence in our elections? Let me know in the comments. 

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 When people run out of facts, evidence, or persuasive arguments, the conversation often shifts from debating ideas to labeling people. Whether it's calling them a "Nazi," "racist," "misogynist," "fascist," or "member of the Good Ol' Boys Club," these accusations have become common shortcuts that often replace meaningful discussion. 

Watch the full video here : https://youtu.be/nY7p_IWG_Es

 In this episode of The JoCo Republican Podcast, we take a closer look at one of those labels: "The Good Ol' Boys Club." What does it actually mean? When is it a legitimate criticism, and when is it simply used to dismiss people without addressing the substance of what they're saying? 

 Joining me is Ronald Lee, Senior Investigative Editor for the U.S. Observer, who has spent more than 25 years investigating corruption, abuse of power, and injustice throughout America. Ron brings his experience and perspective to a discussion about labels, reputations, local politics, and the importance of sticking to facts rather than assumptions. 

 A special thank you to Ron Lee for taking the time to join the show and share his insights. 

 Please visit the U.S. Observer: https://usobserver.com/ 

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 In today's episode of The JoCo Republican Podcast, we discuss the tragic death of "Jace Ricky Matthew Sinderson" on Fish Hatchery Road in Grants Pass in December of 2025 and the questions that continue to surround the case by his mother. 

Watch the full video here :  https://youtu.be/OG39wq2cIiU

Months later, there appears to be very little publicly available information regarding the incident. No widely reported news coverage, limited to no public records, and many unanswered questions have left friends, family, and community members searching for answers. 

Why has so little information been released? Was the investigation completed? Were the findings ever made public? Is there more to the story that the community and his mother deserves to know? 

This episode tells us what is publicly known, what remains unknown, and why transparency matters when a tragedy impacts a local family and community. If you have firsthand information, public records, or additional facts regarding this case, we encourage you to share them. 

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 The Grants Pass Tribune is at it again. 

See the full video here : https://youtu.be/jyu27xdFjfU

This week we're diving into the latest controversy surrounding candidate filings, the Tribune's demands for answers from John West and Chad Hansen, and the claim that refusing to engage with a known leftist newspaper somehow creates suspicion. Here's the problem: candidate filings are required to be truthful under Oregon law. Nobody disputes that. 

But where exactly does the law say candidates must answer a newspaper's questions, provide documents on demand, or participate in a publication's investigation? We'll break down what a SEL 101 actually is, what Oregon law actually requires, and why "they didn't answer us" is not the same thing as evidence. 

We'll also discuss the elephant in the room: the Tribune's history with local conservatives, the prior litigation involving John West, and why some people are questioning whether this is journalism or simply another attempt to stir up controversy. (It's the latter trust me) If there is proof of wrongdoing, let's see it. If not, maybe it's time to stop turning unanswered emails into front-page scandals. Join us for a fact-based discussion, a few laughs, and a look at the latest chapter in Josephine County politics. 

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SEE THE VIDEO HERE : https://youtu.be/gsUTSyG2gjc?si=Hry0oMDStG1d01Wk

A local resident recently made a post on Facebook on every local Facebook group I am a member of accusing members of our party of possible ballot harvesting or other foul play simply because volunteers were helping members of the public by taking ballots, voter registration forms, and other paperwork across the street to the courthouse. The reality is this has been done for years by volunteers helping people in the community down at our office. What caught my attention was not just the accusation itself, but the photograph that was used. I went down and took my own picture from outside and, at nearly six feet tall, it became obvious the original image appeared to be taken from well above normal standing height. I also pointed out details like the windowsill and dust patterns on the glass that strongly suggest the photo may have actually been taken from inside the courthouse building looking outward. Without accusing anyone specifically, it raises a fair question: why would county employees or anyone inside a public building in a private office be photographing members of the public during normal business hours? I’ll let the community look at the evidence and decide for themselves. 

We certainly aren't paying these public servants and employees over 50 million dollars a year to spy on members of the public..

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 Tonight I cover the May 19th, 2026 election results for Josephine County including U.S. Senate, Congressman, State Representative District 3, County Commissioner Positions 1 and 2, County Clerk, County Treasurer, Legal Counsel, and the PCP (Precinct Committee Person) races. We go through the vote totals and who came out on top across the county in tonight’s election coverage. 

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Watch the Full Video Here : https://youtu.be/XSQRPktXNXw

Be sure to check out the results yourself here : https://www.josephinecounty.gov/government/county_clerk___recorder/election_voter_registration/election_results___voter_turnout.php