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‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Charles Franklin, Tim Purdon, Cindy Boyle
Here's what guests on the April 19, 2024 episode said about election year polling, a Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin lawsuit against social media companies, and new help in the battle against PFAS.
Monday April 22, 2024
Tim Purdon on Native youth, social media, mental health
Attorney Tim Purdon, who represents the Menominee Indian Tribe, describes the tribal nation's lawsuit against major social media companies over mental health issues and suicide among Native youth.
Friday April 19, 2024
Cindy Boyle on PFAS contamination in the town of Peshtigo
Former town of Peshtigo Chairperson Cindy Boyle describes how the northeast Wisconsin community is addressing PFAS pollution amid new federal regulations, state political fights and ongoing lawsuits.
Friday April 19, 2024
Charles Franklin on voter enthusiasm and top issues in 2024
Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin describes what Wisconsin voters say about candidates for president, the U.S. Senate and important issues about six months before the 2024 election.
Friday April 19, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: David Helpap, Mayor Mitch Reynolds
Here's what guests on the April 12, 2024 episode said about why residents of rural areas are increasingly not running for local office and what La Crosse is doing to fight chronic homelessness.
Monday April 15, 2024
How often do non-US citizens vote in Wisconsin elections?
Nearly 300,000 residents of Wisconsin who are not U.S. citizens have been issued driver licenses or ID cards — the state elections agency notes its policies in response to concerns raised over fraud.
Friday April 12, 2024
Mayor Mitch Reynolds on homelessness, housing in La Crosse
La Crosse Mayor Mitch Reynolds discusses the city's policy to ban encampments on city property and goals of its Pathways Home plan to provide shelter for people experiencing long-term homelessness.
Friday April 12, 2024
David Helpap on serving in local government in rural areas
UW-Green Bay political science professor David Helpap describes factors contributing to dwindling participation in local government among rural Wisconsin communities as populations age and decrease.
Friday April 12, 2024
Retirement shakes up 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court race
Justice Ann Walsh Bradley has announced she won't run for another Wisconsin Supreme Court term in 2025, leaving an open seat in another race where the court's majority hangs in the balance.
Friday April 12, 2024
Here's what guests on the April 5, 2024 episode said about Wisconsin's spring election results, major problems with college financial aid applications, fraudulent brokers in the health insurance marketplace, and a new documentary about the Line 5 oil pipeline.
Monday April 8, 2024
Mike Wiggins, Jr. and Mary Mazzio on ‘Bad River’ and Line 5
Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa former Chairman Mike Wiggins, Jr. and filmmaker Mary Mazzio describe the documentary "Bad River" and an ongoing dispute over the Enbridge Line 5 oil pipeline.
Friday April 5, 2024
Caroline Gomez-Tom on fraudulent sales of health insurance
Covering Wisconsin enrollment network and accessibility manager Caroline Gomez-Tom discusses a growing problem of online brokers misrepresenting, switching and selling unsuitable federal ACA policies.
Friday April 5, 2024
Katy Weisenburger on major delays in student financial aid
UW-Madison Office of Student Financial Aid assistant director of federal awards Katy Weisenburger describes nationwide difficulties with the FAFSA process and impacts on Wisconsin college students.
Friday April 5, 2024
Anthony Chergosky on Wisconsin’s 2024 presidential primary
UW-La Crosse political science professor Anthony Chergosky discusses Wisconsin's 2024 presidential primary results and the levels of support for President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.
Friday April 5, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Gov. Tony Evers, Kevin Bahr
Here's what guests on the March 29, 2024 episode said what was and wasn't addressed in Wisconsin's latest legislative session and politicized perceptions of the economy.
Monday April 1, 2024
Gov. Tony Evers on new laws, vetoes and 2024 ballot measures
Democratic Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers discusses signing and vetoing bills in the 2023-24 legislative session and ongoing state issues, redistricting and questions before voters in the spring election.
Friday March 29, 2024
Kevin Bahr on disconnects between economic data, perceptions
UW-Stevens Point Center for Business and Economics Insight chief analyst Kevin Bahr considers gaps between consumer feelings on the economy and strong indicators on wages, inflation and unemployment.
Friday March 29, 2024
Anxiety, outrage dominate West Bend election education event
An informational session held in West Bend by the nonpartisan nonprofit group Keep Our Republic sought to teach voters about how elections work, but attendees focused largely on 2020 misinformation.
Friday March 29, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Robert Yablon, Sen. Jeff Smith, Chairman Tehassi Hill, Brandi Grayson
Here's what guests on the March 22, 2024 episode said about two proposed state constitutional amendments, the last day for two Chippewa Valley hospitals, a legal dispute over the Oneida Nation making land purchases, and a transitional living home for former foster children in Madison.
Monday March 25, 2024
Chairman Tehassi Hill on the Oneida Nation buying back land
Oneida Nation Chairman Tehassi Hill discusses the tribal government purchasing land on its reservation in northeast Wisconsin and a federal lawsuit filed by the village of Hobart over property taxes.
Friday March 22, 2024
Sen. Jeff Smith on health care access in the Chippewa Valley
State Sen. Jeff Smith, D-Brunswick, discusses the impacts of two hospital closures in Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls on patient care, emergency services and health care workers in western Wisconsin.
Friday March 22, 2024
Brandi Grayson on housing for young adults after foster care
Urban Triage CEO Brandi Grayson describes the group's Unhoused Youth Initiative and providing a transitional living space on Madison's north side for young adults who have aged out of foster care.
Friday March 22, 2024
Robert Yablon on 2024 ballot measures about election policy
University of Wisconsin Law School professor Robert Yablon explains two state constitutional amendment ballot questions, on banning private funding for election administration and on voting officials.
Friday March 22, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Zac Schultz, Ann Zenk, Dr. Jasmine Zapata, McCoshen & Ross
Here's what guests on the March 15, 2024 episode said about absentee ballot drop boxes, hospital staffing shortages, COVID-19 four years later and the prospects of the Biden-Trump rematch in Wisconsin.
Monday March 18, 2024
McCoshen & Ross on Biden-Trump rematch expectations for 2024
"Here & Now" political panelists Bill McCoshen and Scott Ross discuss prospects of another presidential contest between 2024 presumptive nominees President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.
Friday March 15, 2024
Ann Zenk on Wisconsin’s continuing hospital staff shortages
Wisconsin Hospital Association Senior Vice President of Workforce and Clinical Practice discusses causes and impacts of high staffing vacancy rates for many health care professions around the state.
Friday March 15, 2024
Zac Schultz on another legal battle over ballot drop boxes
PBS Wisconsin senior political reporter Zac Schultz discusses implications of the Wisconsin Supreme Court agreeing to reconsider its decision over the use of absentee ballot drop boxes in elections.
Friday March 15, 2024
Here's what guests on the March 8, 2024 episode said about conditions at the Green Bay Correctional Institution, a data privacy bill awaiting legislative action, updated methods of reading instruction and food insecurity among college students.
Monday March 11, 2024
Amy McGovern on updated reading tools for Wisconsin schools
Early Literacy Curriculum Council member Amy McGovern, a reading specialist for 22 school districts in northern Wisconsin, describes a new law changing how students in the state are taught to read.
Friday March 8, 2024
John Will on growing food insecurity among college students
Northwood Technical College President John Will describes the factors that cause college students to experience hunger and how a food pantry project at its Rice Lake campus seeks to address the issue.
Friday March 8, 2024
Village President Jim Rafter on prison conditions and safety
Allouez Village President Jim Rafter discusses calling for the state of Wisconsin to close the maximum security Green Bay Correctional Institution, which is overcapacity, understaffed and on lockdown.
Friday March 8, 2024
Rep. Shannon Zimmerman on personal data and consumer rights
State Rep. Shannon Zimmerman, R-River Falls, discusses authoring legislation that would provide consumers with rights related to the privacy of personal information collected and sold by data brokers.
Friday March 8, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Howard Schweber, Jon McCray Jones
Here's what guests on the March 1, 2024 episode said about the Wisconsin Supreme Court consideration of state abortion laws and audio police surveillance of Milwaukee neighborhoods.
Monday March 4, 2024
Howard Schweber on the status of abortion in Wisconsin law
University of Wisconsin Law School professor Howard Schweber discusses multiple filings made to the Wisconsin Supreme Court for a ruling on how the state's constitution and statutes apply to abortion.
Friday March 1, 2024
Jon McCray Jones on ShotSpotter surveillance in Milwaukee
American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin policy analyst Jon McCray Jones discusses Milwaukee's use of a gunfire detection system and its placement in predominantly Black and Hispanic neighborhoods.
Friday March 1, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Bryan BainBridge, Lisa Tollefson, Edgar Lin
Here's what guests on the Feb. 23, 2024 episode said about a youth treatment center for being built by Wisconsin tribal governments, what it takes to count absentee ballots, and use of artificial intelligence in campaign ads.
Monday February 26, 2024
Lisa Tollefson on the pace of counting ballots in Wisconsin
Rock County Clerk Lisa Tollefson describes the growing number of absentee ballots cast in Wisconsin and why there is support among local election officials for legislation allowing earlier processing.
Friday February 23, 2024
Edgar Lin on regulating AI in political advertisements
Protect Democracy policy strategist and lawyer Edgar Lin discusses development of generative artificial intelligence and the potential for synthetic video and audio in campaign ads to deceive voters.
Friday February 23, 2024
Bryan BainBridge on the opioid crisis in tribal communities
Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council CEO Bryan BainBridge discusses plans to build an Adolescent Recovery and Wellness Center in Oneida County to help teens struggling with addiction and mental health.
Friday February 23, 2024
Potawatomi chairman addresses tribal issues in Wisconsin
Forest County Potawatomi Chairman James Crawford delivers the 2024 State of the Tribes address at the state Capitol, speaking to issues like affordable housing, nutrition and health care.
Friday February 23, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: US Rep. Gwen Moore, Sen. Mark Spreitzer
Here's what guests on the Feb. 16, 2024 episode said about emergency aid to Ukraine and Israel, and what remains unclear despite the approval and signing of the Evers redistricting maps.
Monday February 19, 2024
US Rep. Gwen Moore on immigration, Israel and Ukraine policy
U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Milwaukee, discusses legislation to provide expanded aid for Israel and Ukraine, as well as different proposals to increase funding for security at the border with Mexico.
Friday February 16, 2024
Sen. Mark Spreitzer on the Evers redistricting map proposal
State Sen. Mark Spreitzer, D-Beloit, discusses the Republican-controlled Legislature voting to approve redistricting maps proposed by Gov. Tony Evers and why most Democratic lawmakers question this action.
Friday February 16, 2024
Republican lawmakers react to passing Evers’ district maps
Republican lawmakers passed legislative redistricting maps proposed by Gov. Tony Evers, saying they are not pleased about it but hoped to avoid the Wisconsin Supreme Court approving another option.
Friday February 16, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: US Sen. Ron Johnson, Charles Franklin, John Eich
Here's what guests on the February 9, 2024 episode said about border security and foreign aid, polling presidential primary candidates, and gaps in rural health care.
Monday February 12, 2024
US Sen. Ron Johnson on immigration, Israel and Ukraine policy
Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson discusses opposing proposed bipartisan legislation that would increase funding for security at the border with Mexico and provide expanded aid for Israel and Ukraine.
Friday February 9, 2024
John Eich on Wisconsin’s declining rural health care options
Wisconsin Office of Rural Health Director John Eich explains how hospital and clinic closures in the Chippewa Valley reflects a broader trend of reduced health care access for patients in rural areas.
Friday February 9, 2024
Charles Franklin on the 2024 presidential primary candidates
Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin describes the positions and enthusiasm of Wisconsin voters polled on the 2024 presidential candidacies of Joe Biden, Donald Trump and Nikki Haley.
Friday February 9, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Zac Schultz, Erin Barbato, Alyssa Ratledge
Here's what guests on the Feb. 2, 2024 episode said about the Wisconsin Supreme Court consultant review of proposed voting maps, what's happening at the southern border as record numbers of people seek asylum, and gaps in rural access to higher education.
Monday February 5, 2024
Erin Barbato on the legal status of migrants entering the US
University of Wisconsin Law School Immigrant Justice Clinic Director Erin Barbato discusses policies and politics of asylum as record numbers of people cross the southern border of the United States.
Friday February 2, 2024
Alyssa Ratlege on access to and impacts of rural colleges
MDRC research associate Alyssa Ratlege describes impacts of declining higher education access in rural areas as in-person classes end at Universities of Wisconsin campuses in Marinette and elsewhere.
Friday February 2, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Anthony Chergosky, Charlie Sykes, Greg Hoffman, Dr. Beth Neary
Here's what guests on the Jan. 26, 2024 episode said about legislative district maps, the 2024 Republican presidential primary race, the closure of hospitals and clinics in west-central Wisconsin, and blood lead level testing in young children.
Monday January 29, 2024
Charlie Sykes on Donald Trump and Republican voters in 2024
The Bulwark founder and long-time conservative talk radio host Charlie Sykes discusses the political landscape of former President Donald Trump's run in the 2024 Republican presidential primary race.
Friday January 26, 2024
Dr. Beth Neary on blood lead levels tests for young children
Wisconsin Environmental Health Network Co-President and retired pediatrician Dr. Beth Neary explains why physicians recommend that all 1 and 2-year-old children be tested for their blood lead levels.
Friday January 26, 2024
Mayor Greg Hoffman on HSHS hospital, Prevea clinic closures
Chippewa Falls Mayor Greg Hoffman considers how closures of two HSHS hospitals and 19 Prevea Health clinics with accompanying layoffs in west-central Wisconsin will impact patients and communities.
Friday January 26, 2024
Anthony Chergosky on Evers, Republicans and redistricting
UW-La Crosse political science professor Anthony Chergosky discusses a move by Republican lawmakers to pass district maps similar to those submitted by Gov. Tony Evers to the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Friday January 26, 2024
Wisconsin 2024 State of the State highlights from Evers
Democratic Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers shared his priorities for the state in his sixth State of the State address, with state Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu providing the Republican response.
Friday January 26, 2024
Anthony Chergosky on Wisconsin’s 2024 redistricting politics
UW-La Crosse political science professor Anthony Chergosky details how Republican lawmakers considering the Democratic governor's legislative maps reflects Wisconsin's shifting redistricting politics.
Wednesday January 24, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: John D. Johnson, Zac Schultz, Carrie Poser, Chelsea Chandler
Here's what guests on the Jan. 19, 2024 episode said about legislative redistricting proposals, factors that play out alongside district map effects in elections, the state's rising homelessness rates, and legislation to bolster EV charging infrastructure.
Monday January 22, 2024
Dr. Alex Gee on educating Wisconsin about racial inequity
Nehemiah Center for Urban Leadership and Development founder and CEO Dr. Alex Gee discusses educating Black and white communities about systemic racism and holding people in leadership accountable.
Friday January 19, 2024
Carrie Poser on growing rates of homelessness in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Balance of State Continuum of Care Director Carrie Poser describes the growing needs and number of people without shelter as government aid dwindles and lawmakers consider punitive policies.
Friday January 19, 2024
Chelsea Chandler on building Wisconsin’s EV charging network
Clean Wisconsin program director Chelsea Chandler discusses legislation to expand availability of electric vehicle infrastructure around the state and permit businesses to provide charging services.
Friday January 19, 2024
Zac Schultz on redistricting maps, incumbents and elections
PBS Wisconsin senior political reporter Zac Schultz considers how effects of redistricting on incumbents and partisan advantages in proposed maps intersect with other factors in the 2024 elections.
Friday January 19, 2024
John D. Johnson on proposed redistricting maps for Wisconsin
Marquette University Law School research fellow John D. Johnson analyzes seven proposed remedial legislative district maps submitted to the Wisconsin Supreme Court in advance of the 2024 elections.
Friday January 19, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Barry Burden, McCoshen & Ross
Here's what guests on the Jan. 12, 2024 episode said about the Wisconsin Supreme Court's process for selecting new legislative district maps and the status of the race for president.
Tuesday January 16, 2024
McCoshen & Ross on the 2024 election season in Wisconsin
"Here & Now" political panelists Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross discuss the 2024 election cycle in Wisconsin, from the presidential primary to a U.S. Senate race to partisan politics in the Legislature.
Friday January 12, 2024
Barry Burden on Wisconsin’s 2024 redistricting process
UW-Madison political science professor and Elections Research Center director Barry Burden details the plan and timeline set by the Wisconsin Supreme Court for creating new legislative district maps.
Friday January 12, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Gov. Tony Evers, Superintendent Jill Underly
Here's what guests on the Jan. 5, 2024 episode said about new legislative district maps for the 2024 elections and spending state budget surplus funds on special education.
Monday January 8, 2024
Gov. Tony Evers on Wisconsin’s 2024 politics, policy outlook
Democratic Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers reflects on 2023 accomplishments and looks ahead to 2024 prospects for redistricting, abortion and separation of powers lawsuits, and working with Republicans.
Friday January 5, 2024
Superintendent Jill Underly on Wisconsin’s schools in 2024
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly considers the state of schools in 2023-24, from special education to student test scores and absenteeism to teacher turnover.
Friday January 5, 2024
Public memorial in Milwaukee to celebrate life of Herb Kohl
A public memorial service for Herb Kohl, a former Wisconsin U.S. senator, Milwaukee Bucks owner, and philanthropist who supported children's issues and agriculture, will be held Jan. 12 in Milwaukee.
Friday January 5, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Zac Schultz, Speaker Robin Vos, Carla Vigue, Secretary Missy Hughes
Here's what guests on the Dec. 22, 2023 episode said about the Wisconsin Supreme Court's redistricting lawsuit order, priorities for Assembly Republicans, UW-Madison scholarships for enrolled tribal members, and tech company jobs in Racine County.
Tuesday December 26, 2023
Zac Schultz on the Wisconsin Supreme Court ordering new maps
PBS Wisconsin senior political reporter Zac Schultz describes the Wisconsin Supreme Court redistricting lawsuit ruling and order that the state use new legislative district maps in the 2024 election.
Friday December 22, 2023
Missy Hughes on Foxconn, Microsoft and Wisconsin tech jobs
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation CEO and Secretary Missy Hughes considers the performance of Foxconn and expectations for Microsoft making investments and creating jobs in Mount Pleasant.
Friday December 22, 2023
Carla Vigue on supporting Indigenous students at UW-Madison
UW-Madison tribal relations director Carla Vigue discusses the Wisconsin Tribal Education Promise program to fund students who are enrolled members of federally recognized tribal nations in the state.
Friday December 22, 2023
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Dominic Zappia, Rep. Greta Neubauer, County Executive David Crowley
Here's what guests on the Dec. 15, 2023 episode said about student reactions to UW regents voting to scale back DEI efforts, what Assembly Democrats are anticipating in 2024, and the financial situation for Milwaukee County.
Monday December 18, 2023
County Executive David Crowley on Milwaukee’s 2024 outlook
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley discusses local government finances and anticipated effects of a new sales tax, the Brewers stadium funding deal and the 2024 Republican National Convention.
Friday December 15, 2023
Dominic Zappia on a deal to reduce diversity efforts at UW
Associated Students of Madison Vice-President Dominic Zappia shares the group's response to the Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents approving cuts to diversity positions in exchange for funds.
Friday December 15, 2023
UW regents explain their votes on diversity and funding deal
Universities of Wisconsin regents describe their stances in a second vote on a deal with Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos to make cuts to programs and changes in staffing relating to diversity.
Friday December 15, 2023
County Executive David Crowley on perceptions of Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley shares his perspective about how he hopes Wisconsinites will view the state's largest metro area as an economic hub and tourism destination in 2024 and beyond.
Wednesday December 13, 2023
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Frederick Melms, Rick Esenberg, Sen. Devin LeMahieu
Here's what guests on the December 8, 2023 episode said about a private school choice program lawsuit filed with the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the state Legislature's work over the year and plans for 2024.
Monday December 11, 2023
Rick Esenberg on a school choice voucher program lawsuit
Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty President and attorney Rick Esenberg discusses opposing a lawsuit filed with the Wisconsin Supreme Court over the state's Private School Choice Program funding.
Friday December 8, 2023
Frederick Melms on a school choice voucher program lawsuit
Attorney Frederick Melms discusses filing a lawsuit with the Wisconsin Supreme Court that challenges the state's Private School Choice Program funding and seeks for it to be found unconstitutional.
Friday December 8, 2023
Fake electors agree not to serve when Trump is on ballot
Ten fake electors for Donald Trump in 2020 agreed to a civil lawsuit settlement, acknowledging Joe Biden won and agreeing to not serve as presidential electors in 2024 or when Trump is on the ballot.
Friday December 8, 2023
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Dale Schultz, Sen. Melissa Agard
Here's what guests on the December 1, 2023 episode said about the Wisconsin Supreme Court hearing a case about whether to throw out state legislative district maps, and 2023 for Democrats in the Legislature.
Monday December 4, 2023
Dale Schultz on the Wisconsin legislative districts lawsuit
Former state Sen. Dale Schultz, a Republican, discusses litigation in the Wisconsin Supreme Court over the legality of state legislative district maps and his advocacy against partisan gerrymandering.
Friday December 1, 2023
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: US Rep. Gwen Moore, Sen. Melissa Agard
Here's what guests on the November 17, 2023 episode said about domestic violence and firearms, and approval of state funding for the Milwaukee Brewers stadium.
Monday November 20, 2023
US Rep. Gwen Moore on violence against women and firearms
U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Milwaukee, discusses her House resolution addressing guns, misogyny and domestic violence as the U.S. Supreme Court hears a case on restraining orders and firearms access.
Friday November 17, 2023
Sen. Melissa Agard on the Milwaukee Brewers stadium deal
State Sen. Melissa Agard, D-Madison, discusses bipartisan support for and opposition in the passage of legislation to provide taxpayer funding for improvements to American Family Field in Milwaukee.
Friday November 17, 2023
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Don Millis, Charles Franklin
Here's what guests on the November 10, 2023 episode said about disinformation in the move to impeach Wisconsin's top elections official and how 2024 presidential candidates are polling one year before the vote.
Monday November 13, 2023
Charles Franklin on Wisconsin a year out from the 2024 vote
Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin discusses polling Wisconsin voters one year before the 2024 election about presidential candidates, approval ratings and the politics of abortion.
Friday November 10, 2023
Don Millis on the political campaign to impeach Meagan Wolfe
Wisconsin Elections Commission chair Don Millis, a Republican appointee, discusses a campaign among certain Republicans seeking to impeach the agency's administrator Meagan Wolfe before the 2024 vote.
Friday November 10, 2023
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Steve Frisque, Lee Donahue
Here's what guests on the November 2, 2023 episode said about a deal to end the UAW strike and the status of "forever chemicals" contamination near La Crosse.
Monday November 6, 2023
Lee Donahue on living amid PFAS pollution on French Island
Town of Campbell Supervisor Lee Donahue discusses hazardous levels of contamination by PFAS chemicals in community water sources as it files a lawsuit against the city of La Crosse over the issue.
Friday November 3, 2023
Steve Frisque on the UAW settling its strike of automakers
United Auto Workers Local 722 President Steve Frisque considers the union's deal with GM, Ford and Stellantis to end a weeks-long strike and the implications for organized labor and the auto industry.
Friday November 3, 2023
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Jason Stein, Steve Wildeck
Here's what guests on the October 27, 2023 episode said about ongoing staff shortages in Wisconsin's prison system and budget woes prompting closures of two-year state college campuses.
Monday October 30, 2023
Jason Stein on corrections officer staffing in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Policy Forum Research Director Jason Stein explains the situation in the state's prison system as staff shortages prompt inmate lockdowns and a major pay raise for officers goes into effect.
Friday October 27, 2023
Steve Wildeck on UW shutting down branch college campuses
UW Colleges & UW Extension Vice Chancellor Emeritus Steve Wildeck discusses staff cuts and closure at multiple Universities of Wisconsin two-year campuses amid falling enrollment and budget deficits.
Friday October 27, 2023
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: US Rep. Glenn Grothman, US Rep. Mark Pocan
Here's what guests on the October 20, 2023 episode said about chaos in the U.S. House of Representatives over finding a Speaker as the war between Israel and Hamas ravages the Gaza Strip.
Monday October 23, 2023
US Rep. Mark Pocan on Israel, Hamas and Congress
U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Town of Vermont, discusses terrorist attacks by Hamas, airstrikes on Gaza by Israel and concern for Palestinian and Israeli civilians as the U.S. House seeks a Speaker.
Friday October 20, 2023
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