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Debbie Harper: The Business of Newton County—A 2026 Chamber Playbook –Episode 74
The Chamber Isn’t Government… and That Matters
Debbie Harper comes back into the studio for her second appearance on The Town Square Podcast, and right out of the gate she re-anchors something people still confuse: the Chamber of Commerce is not government. The Chamber is a member-driven organization—which means it works “at the pleasure of the members,” advocating for the business community from the largest industries all the way down to the smallest mom-and-pop operation.
That distinction matters because the Chamber’s job isn’t to pass ordinances or levy taxes. Its job is influence…
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