The Issues & Experts series is a news-topic discussion led by local Independent journalists to discuss meaningful, purposeful issues within the community.
The series topics range from …
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The Issues & Experts series is a news-topic discussion led by local Independent journalists to discuss meaningful, purposeful issues within the community.
The series topics range from development to elections to current events. Community activists are invited as panelists where moderator asks a series of questions to encourage civil discussions.
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“Our readers need relevant information on issues impacting them at the local level,” said Arizona Managing Editor Melissa Rosequist. “Our goal is to educate so people leave with valuable information to be proactive in their communities.”
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