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EPISODE · May 14, 2026 · 26 MIN

Lines, Lies & Leverage

from The Briefing Room · host Marcus S. Atkinson

This week’s episode, “Lines, Lies & Leverage,” puts power on trial from two angles. First: Rep. Justin J. Pearson’s fight in Tennessee and why redistricting isn’t “just maps”—it’s how representation gets diluted before Election Day. Second: Trump vs. the Economy—tariffs, the China showdown, inflation pressure, and the kind of election “security” talk that makes people question whether democracy is being protected or pressured. If you’re in Pennsylvania—Erie included— this is your reminder: the rules and the receipts always land on working people first.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-briefing-room--5656912/support.

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