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Analysis: South Dakotans, power and national politics

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SDPB's Dakota Political Junkies features a rotating panel of political scientists, journalists, and leaders offering analysis on the top political stories of the day.
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In his State of the State address, Gov. Larry Rhoden said South Dakota punches above its weight in national security issues.

One example: The role of South Dakotans like U.S. Senator Mike Rounds on the armed services committee.

For today’s Dakota Political Junkies conversation, SDPB’s Lori Walsh talked with SDSU professors David Wiltse, Ph.D. and Lisa Hager, Ph.D., about political power in today’s United States.

David Wiltse is a professor of political science. Lisa Hager is an associate professor of political science. Both teach at South Dakota State University.

During legislative session, SDPB’s Dakota Political Junkies podcast is your go-to place for timely and thoughtful political analysis. Conversations feature host Lori Walsh talking with a rotating panel of political scientists, journalists, and political leaders.

Lori Walsh is a special correspondent with SDPB and host of the "In the Moment" podcast.