Empowering Voices: Women’s Reproductive Rights and Community

Involvement and Len’s Big Network Debut

In this episode of 'The Loyal Opposition, host Len Assante, alongside co-hosts Michele Harbin and Carolina Kelly, engage in a vibrant discussion around women’s rights and community involvement. We cover the impact of the Nashville Pride event, Alliance for Recreational Empowerment camp, and the critical state of women’s reproductive healthcare in Tennessee and the work of Protecting Reproductive Health and the Tennessee Freedom Circle. Special guests Sandra Gaskins and Stephanie Barkett discuss alarming healthcare laws and their implications, emphasizing ways to get involved and advocate for change. The show also highlights the Sumner County Democratic Party’s initiative to support candidates interested in running for office, featuring insights from Holly Cruz. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on the state of women’s health in Tennessee and a lively dialogue on civic duties, empowerment, and the importance of diverse voices in governance with Len and a bunch of angry women.

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Sumner County NAACP

https://naacpsumnercounty.org/

Alliance or Recreational Empowerment

http://allianceforrecreationalempowerment.org/index.php

Protecting Reproduction Health

https://www.protectingreprohealth.com/

Tennessee Freedom Circle

https://tnfreedomcircle.com/

Sumner County Democratic Party

https://sumnerdems.org/

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TLO S03 E21. Amplifying Voices and Building Community Connections

In this episode of The Loyal Opposition, we start the show with Hollis Rutledge and Leigh Roach from the Sumner County NAACP, who discuss the launch of the Women’s Committee or Women In the NAACP (WIN), an initiative to gather and empower women in the community. They detail their upcoming events, including a special luncheon with keynote speaker Debra Alston Barr and a panel featuring notable local women.

Len and Carolina next talk with Brandi Fleck, the owner of Intuitive Body Work and the host of the Human Amplified podcast. Brandi shares her journey of creating a platform that amplifies diverse voices and humanizes stories, born out of a desire to connect people and promote empathy. She discusses the intersection of her podcasting work with her roles as a trauma-informed coach and Reiki practitioner, highlighting the importance of healing and personal growth.

The episode concludes with insights into the future plans for both The Loyal Opposition and Human Amplified, along with calls to action for community participation and upcoming events.

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show.

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Sumner County NAACP

https://naacpsumnercounty.org/

Human Amplified podcast

Available on all streaming platforms

And find us at @humanamplified on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube

Intuitive Body Work

https://www.intuitivebodyworktn.com/

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This week we recap the Sumner County edition of the No Kings Rally. Carolina Kelly was there and has the details. Next, we have The Loyal Opposition Interview, an exclusive with Dr. Scott Langford, Sumner County Director of Schools. We talk about school supplies, new state laws (both real and proposed) and get updates on what our students are doing.

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Easy link to email your Representatives, Upcoming take action events, A list of Sumner County organizations doing great things, Links mentioned in the show, and to our supporters and advertisers.

This week we recap a few news stories featuring Core Civic’s Trousdale Turner facility and interview Katie Smith with the TN Vacation for All Project -a a plan to make websites more accessible to those who are blind or have low vision. This one will make you tear up and laugh, within minutes of each other!

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Visit our website: www.theloyalopposition.online A one-stop-shop for navigating the current political environment. You will find:

Easy link to email your Representatives, Upcoming take action events, A list of Sumner County organizations doing great things, Links mentioned in the show, and to our supporters and advertisers.

The Loyal Opposition: Supporting Public Education and LGBTQ Community and Political Activism in Sumner County

In this episode of The Loyal Opposition, hosts Len Assante and Michele Harbin welcome listeners to an eventful episode focused on public education and community activism. They discuss the importance of reflecting diverse voices in government and air dissent against the super majority’s policies. The show kicks off with an announcement

about the No Kings Rally in Gallatin, Tennessee, organized by Sumner Indivisible to protest the Trump administration's policies.

The first guest is Jesse McKinney from PFLAG Hendersonville, who talks about the upcoming Affirming Sumner Pride event, a family-friendly pride celebration aimed at supporting the LGBTQ community in Sumner County. The discussion covers the event logistics, planned activities, and special guests, including the first trans person elected to public office in Tennessee, Olivia Hill.

The second segment features representatives from Public School Strong Tennessee, Lindsay Doss and Jean Myers, who discuss their organization’s mission to support honest, equitable, and fully funded public schools. They talk about the importance of community involvement in local school board meetings, the impact of recent legislation like HB 793, and the loss of federal funding for school supplies. They also emphasize the role of activism and advocacy in influencing local educational policies.

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PFLAG: https://pflag.org/

Indivisible Sumner: https://www.facebook.com/indivisiblesumnercounty/

Public School Strong:

https://www.healtogether.org/publicschoolstrong/

Statewide Organization for Community Empowerment (SOCOM): socom.org

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From Civic Awareness to Musical Inspiration: Local Artist Mollie Lynne Channels Experience Into Music

In this episode of The Loyal Opposition, host Len Assantei introduces the show’s mission of providing a platform for dissenting voices and diverse opinions in government policies. Len discusses an upcoming town hall meeting led by Lori Bergman in Hendersonville, followed by a critical analysis of Governor Bill Lee’s endorsement of the Trump budget, highlighting its adverse impacts on working families.

The main conversation is an interview with singer-songwriter and registered nurse Mollie Lynne, who discusses her background, her music's inspiration, and her efforts in advocacy through song. Mollie shares insights into nursing and healthcare, and performs a song titled Who Cooked The Last Supper, dedicated to the unsung women in history. Upcoming events and appearances by Mollie are also showcased. Mollie’s music can be found on all the streaming services.

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Visit our website: www.theloyalopposition.online A one-stop-shop for navigating the current political environment. You will find:

Easy link to email your Representatives, Upcoming take action events, A list of Sumner County organizations doing great things, Links mentioned in the show, and to our supporters and advertisers.

Exploring Faith, Music, and Politics in Sumner County With A Special Guest Plus the News Roundup

In this episode of The Loyal Opposition, hosts Len Assante and Michele Harbin discuss a range of topics, starting with a sunny day in Portland, Tennessee, and Michelle’s summer school plans. They then share highlights from the Sumner County Democrats spring picnic, where they enjoyed good food, raised funds, and saw a youthful demographic shift in the party. The hosts discuss political news, including the conviction of Republican ex-Speaker Glen Cassada on corruption charges and the closure of Kid Rock’s restaurant due to ICE raids. The show also delves into the implications of a new Republican tax bill on middle-income Americans and Tennessee’s healthcare system.

Special guest Becky Yates, Michele's mom, shares her journey from Southern Baptist roots to becoming a progressive-minded Methodist minister. Becky discusses the challenges women face in ministry, the conservative takeover of the Southern Baptist Convention, and her subsequent disillusionment with organized religion. She highlights how her faith drives her political views, particularly the importance of love and compassion. The episode concludes with a discussion on finding community through music. Becky talks about her involvement with the Nashville in Harmony choir, a group supporting the LGBTQ community and their allies, and Vox Grata, a women's chorus focused on empowering women through music. The show wraps up with announcements and a teaser for the next episode featuring singer-songwriter Molly Lynne.

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Vox Grata Women’s Choir https://voxgrata.com/

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Sumner County Library System Under Attack, ICE Raids, Local Politics, and Community Involvement: A Deep Dive with Michelle Harbin and Megan Lange

In this episode of The Loyal Opposition, Michele Harbin and Megan Lang, chair of the Sumner County Democratic Party, delve into issues affecting Sumner County and beyond. The discussion begins with a focus on local library policies, including controversial changes to collections and fundraising policies, and the impact these could have on the community. They also highlight the recent upsurge in ICE activities in Nashville and their wider implications. On a broader scale, the duo examines proposed federal cuts that could significantly affect Tennessee, discussing everything from disaster relief funds to Medicaid cuts. They emphasize the need for community support through mutual aid and engagement in local politics. Upcoming community events and actions sponsored by the Sumner Democratic Party are outlined, encouraging listeners to stay involved and make a difference. This episode serves as a comprehensive update on current affairs and a call to action for community engagement.

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Easy link to email your Representatives, Upcoming take action events, A list of Sumner County organizations doing great things

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Sumner County Democratic Party: https://sumnerdems.org/

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