Jacksonville’s budget battle is heating up — and the stakes are higher than ever.
After 3 weeks, we sit sit down with veteran Times-Union reporter David Bauerlein to break down the political tug-of-war shaping the city’s financial future.
From proposed property tax cuts to controversial reductions in affordable housing and health services, this conversation dives deep into the growing divide between the mayor's administration and the City Council's Finance Committee.
Is public safety being prioritized at the cost of community well-being?
Could budget cuts today create ripple effects that impact elections tomorrow?
And where are local organizations when it comes to protecting their interests?
If you care about Jacksonville’s future — or want to understand how local politics mirrors national polarization — this is a must-listen.

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