

More at stake: When extremist political movements infiltrate rural communities
Oct 5, 2023
Daily Yonder reporters Sarah Melotte and Claire Carlson discuss how extremist political movements impact rural communities, focusing on examples like banning electronic voting systems and defunding libraries. They emphasize that rural areas face higher stakes when extremist movements infiltrate, affecting essential services and community dynamics. The episode explores the challenges faced by rural libraries, county clerks, and the influence of vocal minorities promoting election denialism. The guests highlight the importance of rural communal spaces like libraries and the broader implications of extremist movements in rural areas.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Rural Library Under Pressure
03:36 • 10min
Unseen Responsibilities of County Clerks and Libraries in Rural Communities
13:13 • 2min
Rural Community Influences and Challenges
15:11 • 13min
Transition to Rural Remix Podcast and Introduction of 'The Rural Horror Picture Show'
27:42 • 2min