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Noon Wednesday: Is Wisconsin's democracy in danger?

A new book says Wisconsin's democracy is dysfunctional and in decline. Matt Rothschild, executive director of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign, is the author of "12 Ways to Save Democracy in Wisconsin." He discusses the evolution of the state's political landscape and what he proposes as solutions.

By Marisa Wojcik | Here & Now

January 5, 2022

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