Texas Standard for June 20, 2017
The Russians declare a de facto U.S. no fly zone east of the Euphrates. Are we seeing the Berlinization of Syria? We’ll explore. And: The U.S. Supreme Court agrees to consider a Wisconsin case on redistricting. What does that mean for Texas? Depending on the outcome, more than you might think. Also: SB 4. What detractors call the ‘show me your papers’ provision doesn’t take effect till September, but reports say it’s already having an effect in the workplace. We’ll hear where and how much. Plus: New numbers everywhere. But what do these polls really tell us about Texas attitudes on hot button issues? Are they accurate? Does that matter? Those stories and a lot more today on the Texas Standard:

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Technical Director Casey Cheek at the soundboard controls.
Today’s Stories:
Supreme Court’s Partisan Gerrymandering Case Could Have Texas Implications
Tensions Between U.S. And Russia Over Syria Are Unlikely To Diminish Anytime Soon
Low-Income Moms Will Get Screened For Postpartum Depression During Baby Checkups
Can The Texas Economy Survive Without Immigrants?
Ken Paxton Asks Texas Supreme Court To Eliminate Local Plastic Bag Bans
In Booming Permian Basin, A Surge In Oil Thefts
Amarillo Musician Pays Tribute To His Hometown On New Album
How To Take A Picture In The 19th, 20th And 21st Centuries
Polls Show Democrats And Republicans In Texas Remain Deeply Divided