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One More Time: Smoke Filled Room Ep. 24
Join McKenzie and Brad in their final in-person episode of Smoke Filled Room as they reflect on the top stories from 2025, Brad's departure, and a look forward to 2026.
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00:00 Intro
01:11 Reflecting on the Past Year
04:40 Lieutenant Governor's Influence and Future Speculations
08:53 Speaker's Fight and Legislative Dynamics
25:52 School Choice
33:13 Property Taxes and Future Legislative Battles
44:57 Political Landscape Shifts
47:01 Democratic Strategies and Polls
50:01 Republican Gains and Challenges
58:05 Open Seats and Political Moves
01:02:37 Legislative Dynamics and Future Outlook
01:18:15 Reflections and Farewells