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The Answer to Each Question is Yes

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The Answer to Each Question is Yes

9/18/26, Co-Host Josh Silver

Are public employees’ pensions at risk? Max Page speaks with teacher Matthew Scheffler, a member of the PRIM, the Pension Reserve Investment Management Board.

Is there a substantial risk that Republicans can steal the Midterm elections by refusing to seat duly-elected Democrats? We interview Amherst College Political Science Prof Austin Sarat.

Can you attend an amazing concert that is a benefit for the Amherst Survival Center? We speak with violinist and organizer Amanda Stenroos and Nate Kerbin, from the Survival Center. Short answer: see above. Longer answer: Brahms Requiem, Saturday, Sept 19,
4:00, Buckley Recital Hall, Amherst College. 120 musicians and choir members on stage.
Bring a non-perishable food item to donate or another contribution if you can.

Political Gold with Josh Silver: Can the Democrats take back the Senate? Can the Republicans maintain their majority?

ArtBeat with Donnabelle Casis: Can you go on a treasure hunt for tiny art? Donnabelle takes us on a tour of the “Fun Sized Art Festival” in Northampton with Kim Carlino and Michael Crigler.

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