Drawing the Lines: How Districts Shape Our Communities

When we think politics, most of us picture Washington or the statehouse. But some of the most important decisions impacting our daily lives are made much closer to home — inside our local school districts.

In this episode of People, Politics and Pork, Newell and Greg dive into how school boards act like “micro-governments,” managing huge budgets, shaping property values, and influencing economic growth.

They explore why local education decisions affect everyone — from parents and students to business owners and homeowners — and make the case that your vote in a school board election may matter more than any national ballot.

👉 Tune in to learn how strong schools can fuel thriving communities, why weak ones drag them down, and what you can do to get involved.

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