8.13.2025--NLS--Policy Debates, BSU Candidates, Grocery Tax, Front Plates

Send us Fan MailWednesday&apos;s episode of The Neal Larson Show covers a range of national and local topics, starting with New York City politics where socialist candidate Mamdani has a significant lead in the mayoral race. They shift to an Idaho story, expressing frustration that the media is reporting on Brian Kohberger&apos;s complaints about being taunted in prison, arguing it&apos;s not newsworthy and keeps his name in the public eye. The conversation also touches on Texas politics, where the state Senate passed a new redistricting map despite a walkout by Democrats, a move the hosts see as part of a broader, successful strategy by Donald Trump to counter systemic advantages for the Democratic party. Another significant local issue discussed is the controversy surrounding Dr. Andrew Finstuen, a finalist for the Boise State University presidency, due to past comments in which he described American culture as racist and misogynistic.Neal and Julie dive into Idaho-specific policy debates, including the ongoing voter initiative to repeal the grocery tax. They reference an interview with the effort&apos;s organizer, Howard Reinerson, and take calls, including one from former legislator Kerry Hanks, who provided historical context on a similar bill that passed in 2017 but was vetoed by then-Governor Butch Otter. The discussion also highlights the hypocrisy of those who criticize the new school choice law (House Bill 93) for lacking safeguards while supporting the LAUNCH scholarship program, which has similar issues. Additionally, they discuss a new Idaho law that only requires front license plates on vehicles manufactured with a mounting bracket, questioning the logic and inconsistency of the rule. The show also features a live broadcast of President Trump announcing the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees, which include George Strait, Michael Crawford, Sylvester Stallone, Kiss, and Gloria Gaynor.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.<a href="https://www.sandhillmediagrou