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What’s at stake in the next Sumner County election?

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WPLN reporters Alexis Marshall and Blaise Gainey have been closely following local politics in Sumner County. The ultra-conservative Sumner County Constitutional Republicans have amassed incredible political power in a very short time, effectively taking over the county commission.

The county's upcoming March 5 elections could significantly change the makeup of the school board. But how did we get here? And how that has shifted the political and educational landscape for those living in Sumner County? Our WPLN reporters share some of their recent work with us, and give us the lay of the land ahead of the elections.

Guests:

  • Blaise Gainey, WPLN political reporter

  • Alexis Marshall, WPLN education reporter

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    This episode was produced by Magnolia McKay.

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