Slam The Gavel welcomes new guest, NC Senate Candidate, District 17, Shirley Johnson. Shirley began her career serving 10 years on the Illinois State Senate staff working in appropriations, press and outreach. Shirley developed expertise in the state budget process, identifying strategies to cut wasteful spending while protecting critical services, and built strong relationships with advocates and policymakers to advance responsible, people-centered legislation. Later, Shi...