Patti Vasquez and guest co-hosts Jess Piper, the Dirt Road Dem and executive director of Blue Missouri.

In the conversation, Piper discussed Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe's repeal of paid sick leave in Missouri, which was supported by 58 percent of voters, including many Republicans. She highlighted the broader issue of voter overrides in red states and the challenges faced by progressives. The discussion also touched on the impact of ICE raids on farm labor and America's historic failure to punish Civil War Confederates. Piper emphasized the need for long-term commitment and relentless activism, particularly in red states, to address these issues.

Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).

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