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By Rodrigo Santos Andrade
In this episode of Politics Unplugged, Dennis Welch, and Hank Stevenson discuss the upcoming midterm elections, legislative previews, and key political maneuvers in Arizona. Topics include the pre-filing bills at the legislature, the Republican push to alter mail-in voting, and Governor Katie Hobbs’ proposed tax package. The episode also features playful predictions using a Magic 8 Ball, forecasting outcomes for major political races and legislative decisions. The second half honors the late guitarist Steve Cropper, reflecting on his contributions to Stax Records and American music history, followed by a review of a controversial list of the greatest moments in sports history created by ChatGPT.
00:00 Introduction and Banter
00:18 Welcome to Politics Unplugged
01:17 Discussing Pre-Filed Bills
02:32 Election and Voting Bills
05:29 Governor’s Veto Power
07:57 Tax Package Debate
14:39 Ivermectin and Other Bills
25:30 Political Prediction Markets
31:27 Predicting the Republican Nomination for Attorney General
32:11 Debating Chris Mays’ Re-election Chances
35:42 Discussing the Secretary of State Race
36:37 Analyzing Congressional Swing Districts
44:36 Reflecting on Steve Cropper’s Legacy
51:08 Chat GPT’s Top 50 Greatest Moments in Sports History
57:16 Concluding Remarks and Thanksgiving Wishes