Chad Holmes fills in for Pat Kreitlow, diving into a whirlwind of topics from local politics to wild weather. He chats with Marathon County Democratic Chair Nancy Stencil about the need for good governance reminiscent of Jimmy Carter's era. They lament the erosion of ethical leadership amidst Trump's antics, urging citizens to stay engaged. On a lighter note, Chad shares a heartwarming story of a Maine high school athlete who stood up against political exploitation of her race. In between, Chad recounts his morning drive antics.

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