5.21.2025 -- NLS -- Jefferson Ambulance Vote, Jake Tapper's Turnaround

Send us Fan MailOn this episode with Neal and Julie, the show dives into the unexpected local drama surrounding the Jefferson County ambulance district vote. Neal admits it's the first time an ambulance district has ever taken center stage on the show, and both hosts unpack the confusion about whether the measure required a simple majority or two-thirds vote to pass. Despite a 63% “yes” vote, questions remain about legal thresholds, misinformation, and what comes next—especially since the messaging during the campaign may have misled voters about what's legally required.They also discuss the broader issue of supermajority requirements in Idaho elections, especially for things like school bonds and levies, with mixed feelings on whether 50% + 1 should always be enough when taxes and long-term funding are at stake.Shifting to national topics, Neal and Julie dissect CNN anchor Jake Tapper’s recent media tour and his attempt to reshape his legacy as a tough journalist critical of the Biden White House. Julie is skeptical, pointing out that many media figures seemed to ignore Joe Biden's cognitive decline for years. Neal notes the irony of Tapper now profiting from that narrative with a book.The episode wraps with thoughts on media hypocrisy, audience reactions on shows like The View, and more light-hearted commentary on everything from high school rebuilds in Shelley to why CNN’s reporting habits are raising eyebrows.Let’s talk advertising. When you want to advertise on the radio, you call the station, right? But what about Facebook, Instagram, Hulu, Disney+, Peacock, and other streaming platforms?You could try clicking around, reading books, or taking online courses to figure it out—or you can let us handle it. At Sandhill Media Group, we’re your local experts in both radio and digital marketing.Visit SandhillMediaGroup.com today.Sandhill Media GroupSandhill Media is East Idaho’s #1 Media Solutions Company with 8 Radio Stations & Digital Solutions.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.