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In the Heart of Trump Country
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After ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ Response, Author Elizabeth Catte Says There’s Hope in Appalachian Politics
Writer/historian Elizabeth Catte has her own interpretation of what’s going on in Appalachia today and it’s far different…
Not Just Red vs Blue: What the Teacher Strike May Reveal About West Virginia’s Political Landscape
The nine-day teachers’ strike in West Virginia made headlines across the country, and some are wondering what…
McDowell as a microcosm: Bernie Sanders goes ‘All In’ with Chris Hayes on rural issues
Despite hailing from Vermont, former Democratic presidential candidate Senator Bernie Sanders attempted to shine a light on poverty…