In the long-awaited return of Politically Speaking, Erica Sampson, Emily Mayer, and Kirsten Pruitt reunite to break down the "Where am I?" moments of 2026.
The episode dives deep into the South Carolina State House, starting with the "shocking" new abortion bill and the legislative hypocrisy found in the latest Parental Rights discussions. The hosts don't shy away from the hard stuff—critiquing the surge of vaccine misinformation amid a measles outbreak and the failures in healthcare education across the state.
Beyond the bills, the conversation turns to the heart of the 2026 cycle: voter engagement. Kirsten highlights the recurring disconnect between politicians and the Black community, arguing that year-round relationship building must replace the "last-minute" outreach seen in previous cycles. From Black History Month reflections to a debate on economic commentary, this episode is a call for leadership that respects the lived experiences of all constituents.
Key Topics: #SCPolitics2026 #AbortionRightsSC #BlackVoterEngagement #WomenInPolitics #VaccineEducation #ParentalRights #BlackHistoryMonth #PoliticallySpeaking #SampsonMayerPruitt
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