Sarah and Beth return from their summer break to discuss how they decide what to cover in today's chaotic political landscape. They dive into the Texas gerrymandering battle and explore the broader shift toward state-level governance happening across America. Topics Discussed:  How We Choose Our Topics for the Show The Shift from Federal to State Power (and What It Means) Texas Gerrymandering and the National Response Outside of Politics: Hosting Parties Visit our website for complete show notes, premium shows, show merchandise, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.