Sharon McMahon

Author; host, “Here’s Where it Gets Interesting” podcast; former high school government and law teacher

A former high school government and law teacher and the host of the podcast “Here’s Where it Gets Interesting.” Her latest book is titled  “The Small and the Mighty;  Twelve Unsung Americans Who Changed the Course of History.”

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Sharon McMahon and Michael Morris delve into the importance of history and elections, tribalism, and hope — addressing why they are often misunderstood.

Breaking beyond tribalism and apathy: The brighter side of politics

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