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Inside West Virginia Politics

Mark Curtis, Rick Johnson

Inside West Virginia Politics is a weekly show hosted by Rick Johnson that discusses local, regional, and national issues and how they impact the Mountain State.

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Lakeisha Barron-Brown on her new book

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2023/02/28

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about allegations against the West Virginia State Police, the AARP, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Replica at the West Virginia State Capitol and a local author’s new book. In Segment One, we check in with Del. Mike Honacker (R-Greenbrier), Del. David Kelly (R-Doddridge) and Gov. Jim Justice (R-WV) and their thoughts on the allegations against the West Virginia State Police. Segment Two brings in Gaylene

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00:24:33

Economics, medicine and power plants

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2023/02/20

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about the economy, jobs, medicine and power plants. In Segment One, we talk to Secretary Mitch Carmichael, WV Department of Economic Development, to talk about economic development. Segment Two brings on Josh Sword, President of the West Virginia AFL-CIO, to talk about jobs. Dr. Vinay Badhwar, WVU Medicine Thoracic Surgeon, calls in to talk about medicine. We end today’s episode with Emmett Pepper, Policy

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00:22:08

Are there too many lawsuits in West Virginia?

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2023/02/13

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about House Bill 2007, education in the legislature and lawsuits. In Segment One, we talk to people who are for the gender-affirming treatment bill passing. We talk to Del. Geoff Foster (R-Putnam), Del. Mike Honaker (R-Greenbrier) and Del. Larry Kump (R-Berkeley). In Segment Two, we talk to Andrew Schneider of Fairness West Virginia, who is against the bill passing. Fred Albert, President of AFT West

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00:22:41

Bill Gates and bills in the legislature

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2023/02/06

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about a new Congressional District 2 candidate, bills in the legislature, Bill Gates in West Virginia and tax reform. In Segment One, we bring on a Republican Candidate for the U.S. House District 2 Alex Gasserud to talk about his campaign. In Segment Two, State Auditor JB McCuskey (R-WV) talks about bills in the legislature. Steve Roberts, President of the Chamber of Commerce, shares his thoughts on Bill

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00:22:35

Where is West Virginia’s economy heading?

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2023/01/30

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the Governor’s tax cut proposal, the economy and tourism. In Segment One, Mark Curtis talks to Del. Trenton Barnhart (R-Pleasants) about Gov. Jim Justice’s (R-WV) tax cut proposal. Segments Two and Three are with Prof. John Deskins with the WVU Bureau of Business & Economic Research to talk about how the economy is doing and where it is headed. We end today’s episode with Tim Brady, CEO of the Charleston

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00:22:30

Gun legislation and shortage of corrections officers

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2023/01/23

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about gun legislation, education legislation, the shortage of corrections officers and Girl Scout cookies. Treasurer Riley Moore (R-WV) talks about guns and ammunition legislation in Segment One. Segment Two brings on Elaine Harris, Communications Workers of America, to talk about a shortage of corrections officers. Amanda Barren sits down with Dale Lee, President of the West Virginia Education Association,

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00:23:47

50% personal income tax and more

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2023/01/16

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about a proposed income tax cut, the Governor’s race, the city of Charleston and Hunger Free WV Day. In Segment One, we bring on Gov. Jim Justice (R-WV) to talk about his proposal for a 50% personal income tax cut over the next three years. In Segment Two, Sec. of State Mac Warner (R) is on to talk about running for Governor of West Virginia. Segment Three brings on Mayor Amy Goodwin to talk about the city of

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00:22:33

Previewing the 2023 West Virginia Legislative Session

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2023/01/09

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we will be previewing the 2023 West Virginia Legislative Session. In Segment One, we bring in House Speaker Roger Hanshaw (R-Clay). In Segment Two, we bring in Del. Mike Pushkin (D-Kanawha, State Party Chair). In Segment Three, we bring in State Sen. Craig Blair (R-Berkeley, State President). In Segment Four, we bring in Kelly Fallen with the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy.

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00:22:50

Wrapping up the top stories of 2022 on Inside West...

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2023/01/02

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – 2022 has come to a close, and we’re ending our year of Inside West Virginia Politics with our annual Reporters’ Roundtable wrap-up! Our host 13 News Chief Political Reporter Mark Curtis is joined by Steven Allen Adams of Ogden Newspapers, 13 News Anchor Amanda Barren, and WVMO Radio Reporter Joe Stevens to discuss the top stories of the year, economic development, and review how politics, both local and national, have impacted West Virginians in 2022.

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00:22:37

The message of Christmas and Hanukah

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/12/27

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, local religious leaders stop by to discuss the importance of religion during the Christmas and Hanukah season. Our host Mark Curtis sits down with Father Chapin, host of Daily Living on WOWK-TV, to talk about finding balance between Santa and commercialism during the Christmas season with the Gospel and the birth of Christ. Next, Rev. Michie Klusmeyer, of the Episcopal Diocese of West Virginia, stops by IWVP to talk

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00:22:27

The Myrtle Beach Bowl and more

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2022/12/19

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis talks to about economic development, the “tripledemic”, football and the Respect for Marriage Act. Mark Curtis talks to Republican West Virginia Governor Jim Justice about economic development in the Mountain State. Dr. Hoyt Burdick, M.D., Mountain Health Network comes on the show in Segment Two to talk about the “Tripledemic.” Segment Three brings in a familiar face. 13 News’ Sports Director Cassidy Wood

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00:22:39

Same-sex marriage, suspension in schools and more

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/12/12

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about the Respect for Marriage Act, the Direct Care Taskforce, candidates for West Virginia governor and suspension in schools. In Segment One, we talk to Republican Candidate for West Virginia Governor Chris Miller. Segment Two brings in Andrew Schneider with Fairness West Virginia to talk about the Respect for Marriage Act. Gaylene Miller with AARP of West Virginia is in the studio to talk about the Direct

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00:22:32

New West Virginia Governor candidate

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2022/12/05

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss a new Republican candidate for West Virginia Governor, healthcare and National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. In Segment One, Republican candidate for West Virginia Governor Del. Moore Capito comes on to talk about his announcement. Laure Marino with the Center for Nurse Entrepreneurship comes on the show in Segment Two to talk about healthcare. Segments Three and Four are about National Pancreatic

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00:22:31

Skiing and politics

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2022/11/28

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis talks to guests about the election in 2022 and the upcoming election in 2024, skiing and healthcare. Segments One and Two are about the previous and upcoming elections. Segment One brings on Republican Candidate for WV US House District 2 Treasurer Riley Moore. Segment Two brings in Del. Mike Pushkin (D) Chairman, WV Democratic Party to talk about a worthy opponent for Moore. Segment Three brings in Joe

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00:22:31

Election analysis in West Virginia and the U.S.

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2022/11/21

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss what happened after the midterm elections in West Virginia and nationally. In Segment One, Rep. Alex Mooney (R-WV) comes on to talk about his plans to run for U.S. Senate. State Sen.-Elect Mike Stuart (R-WV District 7) is our guest for Segment Two. Stuart discusses his win in one of the biggest races in the midterm elections for West Virginia. In Segments Three and Four, political analyst Tom Susman comes

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00:22:35

Election 2022 recap, honoring veterans on Inside West...

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2022/11/14

On this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, former Charleston Mayor Danny Jones stops by to recap, break down and analyze the 2022 General Election with our host and Chief Political Reporter Mark Curtis.Then, we switch gears to take a moment to honor our veterans over Veterans Day weekend. First we hear from Brent Casey, the eldest grandson of the late, great Woody Williams, who passed away in June at the age of 98. Woody was the last surviving World War II Medal of Honor recipient

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00:22:32

Congressional district races

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/11/07

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On our last episode before the 2022 General Election, we preview the Congressional District races in West Virginia. Segments One and Two are on District 1. Segment One is Rep. Carol Miller (R-WV District 1) and Segment Two is Mr. Lacy Watson (D). Segments Three and Four are on District 2. Segment Three is Rep. Alex Mooney (R-WV District 2) and Segment Four is Barry Lee Wendell (D).

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00:22:33

WV State Senate Districts 7 and 8

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2022/10/31

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode, we talk with the nominees of some of the most hotly contested West Virginia State Senate races for the 2022 Nov. 8 General Election. Segments One and Two are about State Senate District 7. These include Democratic nominee State Sen. Ron Stollings and Republican nominee Mike Stuart. Segments Three and Four are about State Senate District 8. These include Republican nominee Mark Hunt and Democratic nominee State Sen. Rich Lindsay.

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00:22:31

WV State Senate Districts 1 and 13

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/10/24

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — We begin our coverage of some of the most hotly contested West Virginia State Senate races for the 2022 Nov. 8 General Election. Segments One and Two are about State Senate District 1. These include Democratic nominee Randy Swartzmiller and Republican nominee Laura Wakim Chapman. Segments Three and Four are about State Senate District 13. These include Republican nominee Mike Oliverio and Democratic nominee Barbara Evans Fleichauer.

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00:22:35

Amendment 2 and the mayor’s race in Charleston

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/10/17

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis talks about Amendment Two with its supporters and the people against it and the two sides of the mayor’s race in Charleston. Segment One brings in a supporter of Amendment Two, Senate President Craig Blair (R-Berkeley) and Segment Two’s guest is Gov. Jim Justice (R-WV), who is against the amendment. Segment Three and Four are about the mayor’s race in West Virginia’s capital city. Incumbent Mayor Amy Goodwin is in Segment Three

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