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Wisconsin Politics Group Chat: The race for governor, the Dobbs decision anniversary, the Giannis trade, much more
With Pat Kreitlow, Kate Duffy, Dr. Kristin Lyerly and Dan Shafer.
Jun 26 • Dan Shafer, Patrick Kreitlow, Kate Duffy, and Dr. Kristin Lyerly
51:14
From One Heart to 10,000
What could happen if 10,000 Wisconsinites each contributed just $5 per month for mental health? Support the Blake Matthew Mindful Memorial Foundation's…
Jun 25 • Dan Shafer
23:07
Trading one 'Big Brother' for another
Flock and other AI-powered surveillance tools are far from routine law enforcement technology, they are the architecture of a surveillance state. Guest…
Jun 25 • Amanda Merkwae
In conversation with Joel Brennan, Democratic candidate for governor
Brennan was the top cabinet official for much of Tony Evers' first term, and he has a compelling record of leadership at several Milwaukee…
Jun 24 • Dan Shafer
48:00
Giannis Antetokounmpo saved basketball in Milwaukee
When the Bucks drafted Giannis, we didn't know if the team would be able to stay in Milwaukee. A few years later, he led the team to a championship. 13…
Jun 23 • Dan Shafer
Discussing the race for governor on City Cast Madison
Plus: A few quick takeaways on Missy Hughes suspending her campaign for governor and endorsing Sara Rodriguez.
Jun 22 • Dan Shafer
Upcoming Event: Former WisDems Chair Ben Wikler, in conversation with Dan Shafer
Join us in Eau Claire on July 26!
Jun 17 • Dan Shafer
After the WisDems convention, who is leading the primary for governor?
The WisDems convention was last weekend and the Democratic primary for governor is heating up. Dan Shafer, Kate Duffy, Pat Kreitlow and Dr. Kristin…
Jun 15 • Dan Shafer, Kate Duffy, Dr. Kristin Lyerly, and Patrick Kreitlow
52:10
The state of the Democratic primary for governor in Wisconsin
With less than two months to go before the Aug. 11 primary, we're breaking down each of the seven candidates who will be on the ballot.
Jun 12 • Dan Shafer
New poll shows top three emerging in Democratic primary for governor in Wisconsin
Plus: In an "informed" vote poll where candidate biographies are shared, Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez leads the field with 33%.
Jun 11 • Dan Shafer
Wisconsin Republicans chose not to act on child care funding. Now, providers and parents are paying the price.
Guest column from Jillynn Niemeier, a child care provider in State Sen. Howard Marklein's district in Green County.
Jun 9 • Jillynn
The future of the Stadium Freeway, and more Milwaukee stories (with Jeramey Jannene!)
A two-year study about the Stadium Freeway turned into a four-year study and that study found that another study is needed. Is anything ever going to…
Jun 4 • Dan Shafer
34:23
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