TDE37-Divided for Dallas Propositions S & U Debate with Tom Leppert and Monty Bennett - The Dallas Express Podcast

Divided for Dallas: Propositions S & U Debate with Tom Leppert and Monty Bennett - Let's Talk Local

Topics:
0:00 - Start
0:13 - Intro
0:54 - Interview with Monty Bennett and Tom Leppert begins
2:29 - Increase in Dallas budget- does it align with our most pressing needs
6:32 - Challenges and opportunities of Propositions S and U becoming law
11:41 - How should the City of Dallas successfully implement the new laws since Propositions S and U passed?
20:27 - Why hasn’t the City of Dallas used the flexibility they’ve had to solve issues in the past?
23:31- What has caused the stagnation of reduced crime in Dallas?
27:59 - Ideology vs reality- where’s the real disconnect?
31:24 - Tom Leppert speaks to the problems he thinks these new laws could create
38:34 - Has there been any misinformation or falsehoods spread in regard to these amendments?
47:22 - Moody’s gives Dallas a negative credit outlook since the election 50:49 - Dallas HERO’s plans for the future in respect to Propositions S and U 52:55 - Tom Leppert’s plans to guide the city in regard to these amendments 56:26 - Gathering at Community Beer Company


The results are in, and big changes are coming to Dallas with the adoption of Propositions S and U. While some are celebrating, others are raising concerns—and we’re here to unpack it all.
In this episode, we sit down with two key voices: former Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert and Dallas HERO supporter Monty Bennett, for an insightful discussion on what these changes mean for our city.
But we’re not stopping there! Join us as we head to Community Beer Company, where the conversation grows even bigger. It’s a chance to dive deeper into the issues and get to know the real Dallas, surrounded by community voices and perspectives.

Categories: Lifestyle

Starring: Sarah Zubiate Bennett