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Mayor Cavalier Johnson on Milwaukee hosting the 2024 RNC

By Frederica Freyberg | Here & Now

July 19, 2024 • Southeast Region

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Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson reflects on Milwaukee's experience as the 2024 Republican National Convention host city, from economic expectations to security considerations to political impacts.

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