The Orrick Public Policy Podcast Series

In its latest episode, Orrick Public Policy Orrick Public Policy Michelle McGann and Jon Mandel were joined by Minnesota Senate Minority Leader Susan Kent to talk about the historical and current political dynamics of the North Star State, the legislature’s comprehensive approach to racial justice and police reform in the wake of George Floyd’s killing, Minnesota’s voting preparations for the upcoming general election, and how the presidential race impacts down-ticket legislative races.

In its latest episode, Orrick Public Policy hosts Scott Ward and Michelle McGann were joined by Pennsylvania Speaker Bryan Cutler to talk about the Pennsylvania legislature’s election reform efforts, how the legislature is addressing the economic crisis through the budget, and how adapting to remote voting has led to the legislature’s busiest session in years.

In its latest episode, Orrick's Michelle McGann and Jon Mandel were joined by Louisiana Senator Sharon Hewitt to talk about Louisiana’s recovery from this hurricane season, the Senator’s efforts to recruit more women to run for state office, and alligator hunting.

In its latest episode, Orrick Public Policy Partner Rob McKenna was joined by Montana Attorney General Tim Fox to talk about his leadership of the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG), how multistate AG investigations have shaped industry trends, and how his office is making progress in the fight against human trafficking.

In its latest episode, Orrick Public Policy Senior Strategist Michelle McGann and Associate Jon Mandel are joined by Maine Senator Henry Beck to talk about Treasurer Beck’s duties, a refresher on the bond issuance process and two recent bond measures approved by Mainers, and the types of relief that would be helpful from the federal government in tackling COVID-19’s toll on state budgets.

In its latest episode, Orrick Public Policy Senior Strategist Michelle McGann and Associate Jon Mandel are joined by Missouri Senator Caleb Rowden to talk about what topics the Missouri legislature will address in the upcoming special session, how schools at all levels in his district, including Mizzou, are adapting to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, and what additional arrangements the legislature advanced for the health and safety of voters for the upcoming primary election.

Public Policy Podcast is turning to the nation’s capital for its first-ever July Fourth episode. Orrick Public Policy Senior Strategist Michelle McGann and Associate Jon Mandel are joined by District of Columbia Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie to talk about how local governments are handling the reopening process, what new approaches to the public safety budget and criminal justice system the DC Council is contemplating, and the recent U.S. House vote on DC statehood.

Public Policy Podcast is back this week, and in our latest episode, Orrick Public Policy Senior Strategist Michelle McGann and Associate Jon Mandel are joined by Arizona Senate President Karen Fann to talk about how her experience as a small business owner and in local government is shaping how Arizona tackles COVID-19, how Arizona government and businesses are working together to make public spaces safer, and which topics the Arizona legislature is considering to address during a special legislative session or next session.

Orrick stands with the Black Lives Matter Movement and strives to promote dialogue concerning racial equality and policies that work towards safe and inclusive societies. For Public Policy Podcast’s eighth episode, hosts Jeremy Kudon and Michelle McGann have the pleasure of discussing these important topics with Illinois Senator Elgie Sims.

Public Policy Podcast is back this week, and in our latest episode, Orrick Public Policy Partner Jeremy Kudon and Senior Strategist Michelle McGann sit down with Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson about how states in his region are coordinating during the pandemic, how he uses his experience as a teacher to lead the Maryland Senate, and the state’s innovative approaches to economic recovery in a post-COVID world.

Public Policy Podcast is back this week, and in our latest episode, Orrick Public Policy Partner Nick Green and Senior Strategist Michelle McGann sit down with Massachusetts Representative Mark Cusack about how COVID-19 is impacting his constituents, remote voting in his legislature, and the future of transportation and education after the outbreak subsides.

Public Policy Podcast is back this week, and in our latest episode, Orrick Public Policy Partner Scott Ward and Senior Strategist Michelle McGann sit down with Kansas House Speaker Ron Ryckman about how his state legislature is addressing the response to COVID-19 in Kansas, including the constitutional, procedural, and budgetary challenges they have faced as a result of the outbreak.

Public Policy Podcast is back this week, and in our latest episode, Orrick Public Policy Group Chair Jeremy Kudon and Senior Strategist Michelle McGann sit down with Illinois House Revenue and Finance Committee Chairman Michael Zalewski to discuss technology and an evolving economy in the wake of COVID-19.

Public Policy Podcast is back this week, and in our latest episode, Orrick Public Policy Group Chair Jeremy Kudon and Senior Strategist Michelle McGann sit down with New York Senate Deputy Majority Leader Michael Gianaris.

Public Policy Podcast is back this week, and in our latest episode, Orrick Public Policy Group Chair Jeremy Kudon and Senior Strategist Michelle McGann sit down with Speaker Todd Huston to discuss a range of policy issues top of mind for Indiana as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

In our inaugural episode, Jeremy Kudon and Michelle McGann sit down with Michigan Speaker of the House Lee Chatfield to discuss his role in leading the state during this period of crisis.