Dakota Political Junkies
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'Political Junkies' is a fan-favorite segment from SDPB's news and arts program, In the Moment.
Join host Lori Walsh as she discusses the top political headlines with journalists, former legislators, and political scientists from around the state.
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Latest Episodes
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Two former state lawmakers provide their insights into what Gov. Kristi Noem said — and what data she didn't provide —during her State of the State address. -
The State of the State felt like a farewell address from a governor on her way to Washington. Our Dakota Political Junkies take a closer look at Noem's latest top 10 list.
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Sen. John Thune starts his new leadership position. Gov. Kristi Noem's confirmation hearing starts next week. And Rep. Dusty Johnson is a powerful voice in the House.
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Rep. Linda Duba and Sen. Jean Hunhoff step in as our Dakota Political Junkies to share what they're watching for in the state's next legislative session.
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Our Dakota Political Junkies unpack the priorities that Noem laid out in her budget address. And we look at the legacy she leaves in her wake on her way to Washington.
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Noem stood before legislators on Tuesday and laid out her proposals for the next state budget. Our Dakota Political Junkies provide their analysis.
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A gubernatorial press release lays out new training and oversight for state employees. Our Dakota Political Junkies explore the content and timing of the announcement.
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Lisa Hager, Ph.D., and David Wiltse, Ph.D., discuss the latest national news about South Dakota's political leaders and what to expect next year in politics.
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Our Dakota Political Junkie explores the political futures of a few of our most powerful state leaders, as well as the many ballot measures that failed last week.
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Seth Tupper from South Dakota Searchlight and Jonathan Ellis from The Dakota Scout round up their Election Day reporting with us.
