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        <title>Jim Lyons: The Elephant In The Room</title>
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        <itunes:author>Studio 550</itunes:author>
        <itunes:summary>Tune in to hear about the issues affecting Massachusetts Republicans at the local, state and national level. Hosts Jon Fetherston and MassGOP Chairman Jim Lyons, along with a distinguished lineup of guests, offer unvarnished opinions and action plans on what it will take to get the state and the country on the right path. Subscribe now.</itunes:summary>
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        <description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in to hear about the issues affecting Massachusetts Republicans at the local, state and national level. Hosts Jon Fetherston and MassGOP Chairman Jim Lyons, along with a distinguished lineup of guests, offer unvarnished opinions and action plans on what it will take to get the state and the country on the right path. Subscribe now.</p>]]></description>
        
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                <itunes:title>Rayla Campbell</itunes:title>
                <title>Rayla Campbell</title>

                
                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Rayla Campbell calls in to discuss her candidacy for Secretary of State and why she feels compelled to fight against the policies of the radical left. Rayla and Jim expose the problems caused by teaching critical race theory in schools, mail-in ballots and giving driver’s licenses to illegal aliens.</p><p><br></p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Rayla Campbell calls in to discuss her candidacy for Secretary of State and why she feels compelled to fight against the policies of the radical left. Rayla and Jim expose the problems caused by teaching critical race theory in schools, mail-in ballots and giving driver’s licenses to illegal aliens.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2022 18:25:04 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>Repeal The New Illegal Immigrant Driver’s License Law</itunes:title>
                <title>Repeal The New Illegal Immigrant Driver’s License Law</title>

                
                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Jim launches his campaign to undo the terrible new law that allows illegal immigrants to get MA driver’s licenses. With the MA legislature overturning Governor Baker’s veto, Jim is taking the matter to the people by attempting to get a repeal vote on the ballot this November. He and Jon outline the reasons why this issue affects all citizens of the Commonwealth, regardless of party affiliation. They also discuss how laws like this prove that the radical left is controlling our state government.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Jim launches his campaign to undo the terrible new law that allows illegal immigrants to get MA driver’s licenses. With the MA legislature overturning Governor Baker’s veto, Jim is taking the matter to the people by attempting to get a repeal vote on the ballot this November. He and Jon outline the reasons why this issue affects all citizens of the Commonwealth, regardless of party affiliation. They also discuss how laws like this prove that the radical left is controlling our state government.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2022 18:35:17 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>Convention Recap</itunes:title>
                <title>Convention Recap</title>

                
                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Jim discusses the energy and excitement in the Republican Party following the MassGOP Convention, including his hopes for the newly nominated candidates who are challenging the Democratic incumbents. He and Jon also talk about some of the hot button issues that are motivating voters to seek new leadership.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Jim discusses the energy and excitement in the Republican Party following the MassGOP Convention, including his hopes for the newly nominated candidates who are challenging the Democratic incumbents. He and Jon also talk about some of the hot button issues that are motivating voters to seek new leadership.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 19:28:16 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>The Radical Left has Stuck it to the Taxpayers Again</itunes:title>
                <title>The Radical Left has Stuck it to the Taxpayers Again</title>

                
                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Representative Marc Lombardo calls in to discuss the budget and how the radical left decided not to suspend the gas tax, which would’ve been a huge relief to taxpayers. Marc and Jim cover the impact of illegal immigrants on Massachusetts’ budget and how, as a parent, Marc is concerned about some of the legislation being passed in the education sector.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Representative Marc Lombardo calls in to discuss the budget and how the radical left decided not to suspend the gas tax, which would’ve been a huge relief to taxpayers. Marc and Jim cover the impact of illegal immigrants on Massachusetts’ budget and how, as a parent, Marc is concerned about some of the legislation being passed in the education sector.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2022 17:43:13 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>The 2022 Mass GOP Nominating Convention</itunes:title>
                <title>The 2022 Mass GOP Nominating Convention</title>

                
                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Jim talks about the upcoming Mass GOP convention and the important role it plays in following up on ballot initiatives. Some of the initiatives speakers at the convention will address include voter ID, the boarder crisis, and pro-life legislation. Jim expresses his hope that these issues will ultimately get those attending the convention more involved in the GOP mission.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Jim talks about the upcoming Mass GOP convention and the important role it plays in following up on ballot initiatives. Some of the initiatives speakers at the convention will address include voter ID, the boarder crisis, and pro-life legislation. Jim expresses his hope that these issues will ultimately get those attending the convention more involved in the GOP mission.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2022 19:07:05 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>The Radical Left Has Gone Too Far</itunes:title>
                <title>The Radical Left Has Gone Too Far</title>

                
                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p><span>Jim talks about how the left is no longer the Democratic Party of yesteryear. The Democrats continue to use fear-mongering to garner support on the national and local levels. He discusses how the Republican Party can combat this by speaking up about their beliefs of freedom, liberty, and the free market system.</span></p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Jim talks about how the left is no longer the Democratic Party of yesteryear. The Democrats continue to use fear-mongering to garner support on the national and local levels. He discusses how the Republican Party can combat this by speaking up about their beliefs of freedom, liberty, and the free market system.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 25 Apr 2022 15:00:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>What’s Going on in Our Schools?</itunes:title>
                <title>What’s Going on in Our Schools?</title>

                
                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p><span>Jim speaks with Summer Schmaling, chairman of the Halifax elementary school committee and Silver Lake regional school board member, about what is going on in our schools. With the federal government encroaching on our classrooms, Summer and Jim discuss the importance of standing up to the radical left’s agenda. Battling everything from critical race theory to gender identity issues, Summer encourages parents to speak up.</span></p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Jim speaks with Summer Schmaling, chairman of the Halifax elementary school committee and Silver Lake regional school board member, about what is going on in our schools. With the federal government encroaching on our classrooms, Summer and Jim discuss the importance of standing up to the radical left’s agenda. Battling everything from critical race theory to gender identity issues, Summer encourages parents to speak up.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2022 19:59:41 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>Who’s To Blame For The Opioid Crisis?</itunes:title>
                <title>Who’s To Blame For The Opioid Crisis?</title>

                
                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>As the opioid crisis continues to spiral out of control, Attorney General Maura Healy has finally decided to pay attention. However, Jim tells us that she won’t be able to solve it without enforcing drug laws that she has long ignored. There’s also growing excitement around the large number of Republican candidates for state office.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;As the opioid crisis continues to spiral out of control, Attorney General Maura Healy has finally decided to pay attention. However, Jim tells us that she won’t be able to solve it without enforcing drug laws that she has long ignored. There’s also growing excitement around the large number of Republican candidates for state office.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 16:00:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>Giving Power Back To Parents</itunes:title>
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>With the government deciding more and more what gets taught in schools, Jim tells us how increasing numbers of parents want to regain control of their children’s curriculum. Jon and Jim also discuss how Republicans can stand up to the radical left agenda.</p><p><br></p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;With the government deciding more and more what gets taught in schools, Jim tells us how increasing numbers of parents want to regain control of their children’s curriculum. Jon and Jim also discuss how Republicans can stand up to the radical left agenda.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 18:50:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>Rebuilding the MassGOP</itunes:title>
                <title>Rebuilding the MassGOP</title>

                
                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Jim recounts his recent travels across the state meeting citizens and candidates who believe that it’s time to put America first again. Jon and Jim also tell us why a strong Republican party is good for everyone in Massachusetts.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Jim recounts his recent travels across the state meeting citizens and candidates who believe that it’s time to put America first again. Jon and Jim also tell us why a strong Republican party is good for everyone in Massachusetts.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 05:00:00 &#43;0000</pubDate>
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                <itunes:title>The Problem With Maura Healey</itunes:title>
                <title>The Problem With Maura Healey</title>

                
                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Jon and Jim discuss the presumptive Democratic candidate for governor and voice their objections to her policies on law and order, public safety and more. They also give Republicans a blueprint for how to change the status quo.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Jon and Jim discuss the presumptive Democratic candidate for governor and voice their objections to her policies on law and order, public safety and more. They also give Republicans a blueprint for how to change the status quo.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <itunes:title>Taking A Stand</itunes:title>
                <title>Taking A Stand</title>

                
                
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                <description><![CDATA[<p>Hosts Jon Fetherston and GOP Chairman Jim Lyons voice their objections to government overreach in our schools, our businesses and our lives. They talk about the big issues and why a change is surely about to come.</p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Hosts Jon Fetherston and GOP Chairman Jim Lyons voice their objections to government overreach in our schools, our businesses and our lives. They talk about the big issues and why a change is surely about to come.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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