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Produced by Jenny Brundin

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Summary: The disconnect between what the public wants and how lawmakers vote.
 

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Review of On Deaf Ears

This is a long and especially well-reported story from KUER. Yes, it takes place in Utah but the fact is this could take place anywhere: Jenny Brundin examines how far out of touch politicians are with constituents. Polling results go one way, legislative votes go another. Why? Is this a democracy when lawmakers don't do what voters say? The story isn't that simple. Also try Grassroots Democracy.

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Review of On Deaf Ears

We’ve got polls up the wazoo. This brief, well-paced piece touches on some of the concerns people and politicians in Utah have on the way to casting their votes. The same concerns exist nationwide. sl