David Yepsen, Director of the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at SIU sits down with Tom Miller to discuss a recent poll conducted by the Simon Institute where Southern Illinoisans were asked about their thoughts on lawmakers, as well as the direction of the country, the state, and their community.

With the Du Quoin State Fair starting this Friday, manager Shannon Woodworth joins us to discuss this year's events.

Illinois State Representative Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) joins The Morning Newswatch.