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If you’re a news junkie — or maybe just news curious, we’ve got your weekly dose of Connecticut politics, tackling everything from tax cuts to human composting. Amplifying important local and national voices, The Wheelhouse walks listeners through the most important political stories of the week. You’ll hear from well-known political reporters, academics, and local journalists across Connecticut’s 169 cities and towns.
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In Absentia looks at the history of political dysfunction in Bridgeport
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Why does political dysfunction happen? What are the systems that enable it? A new four-part podcast from Connecticut Public looks for answers in Bridgeport, where corruption charges, allegations of absentee ballot misconduct, and machine politics have left some residents wondering if their vote even matters. Today on The Wheelhouse, catch the first…
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Will Connecticut pass meaningful housing reform in 2024?
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Connecticut’s affordable housing crisis has taken center stage during the state’s 2023 and 2024 legislative sessions. This hour, are meaningful reforms on the horizon for state residents? And how have zoning ordinances, a lack of transit-oriented development, and “opt-in” programs contributed to the crisis at hand? Jacqueline Rabe Thomas: Investiga…
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How to talk to kids about the 2024 presidential election
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Presidential election years are an emotional rollercoaster. And if you’ve been feeling anxious about the state of the country, there’s a good chance the children in your life have picked up on that. This hour, how should we talk to kids about the election? Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Connecticut's turn: Early, in-person voting debuts in 2024 presidential preference primary
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Connecticut’s 2024 presidential preference primary represented several things for state residents. It was a shot at relevancy, a chance to demonstrate against Democrats, and an inaugural crack at early in-person voting. This hour, we explore how Tuesday’s presidential nominating contest in the Nutmeg State shook out. Stephanie Thomas: Secretary of …
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Beyond the binary of American politics and the two-horse presidential race
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Early polls suggest that voters want more options than just Donald Trump or Joe Biden in the upcoming presidential election. This hour, we look beyond the two-party system and ask what a non-Democrat or Republican candidate could mean for the race to the White House. Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…
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How are women faring in American politics?
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Threats against women and threats against democracy are inextricably linked, according to experts who study and track gendered political violence. While threats to American democracy have manifested in events like the January 6 Capitol Riot, threats against women in politics have come in the form of harmful rhetoric and even targeted attacks. This …
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The role of the media in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election
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In the upcoming presidential election, democracy hangs in the balance. So, newsrooms across the country should hold up a mirror and ask: is our reporting shaping the race to the White House? Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Connecticut Public Radio
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In honor of the Oscars, how politics are showing up in Tinseltown
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We’ve heard buzz about the Oscars for months – the drama, the snubs, the countless interviews. Pretty soon we’ll finally get to watch it all unfold. But before we do, join us this hour as we explore how today’s most popular TV shows and movies reflect our political landscape. We’ll dive into how the horror genre has drawn inspiration from the world…
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As the 2024 presidential election looms, political violence is threatening democracy
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Political tension is growing in America and beyond. And with the 2024 United States presidential election on the horizon, there’s concern that increased political tension will lead to violence. A recent national survey by the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) reported that nearly a quarter of Americans support political violence – 23%. That…
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Black voters historically hold up Democrats, but are party Democrats holding up their end of the bargain?
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A recent poll suggests that fewer Black Americans will vote for President Joe Biden this time around. On the next Wheelhouse, we dig deeper than the numbers – and look at why issues like global conflicts are upending the way we think about how people vote. Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The role of the media in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election
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2024 is shaping up to be an unprecedented year. From record levels of disinformation to a presidential candidate spending more time in court than on the campaign trail, democracy hangs in the balance. This hour, we’re holding up a mirror and asking: how should the press cover the upcoming presidential election. Jaden Edison: Justice Reporter, The C…
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Connecticut kicks off its 2024 legislative session Wednesday
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Connecticut’s 2024 legislative session begins Wednesday. For the next three months, lawmakers will work to address some of the state’s most pressing issues. This hour, we’ll explore those issues, which include zero-emission vehicles, a lack of affordable housing, and traffic stop reform. And did you know that you have a stake in the outcome of the …
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Connecticut may be a blue state, but some towns are restricting rainbows
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A federal court has revived a lawsuit over a Connecticut policy that allows transgender girls to compete on girls’ sports teams. Meanwhile, the town of Enfield, Connecticut passed a new policy banning the Pride flag from being flown on town property. This week on The Wheelhouse, we explore how recent policy changes in Connecticut mirror those in th…
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The child care sector is in crisis. Will lawmakers address it in 2024?
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Governor Ned Lamont says child care is a top priority for Connecticut’s 2024 legislative session. He tasked a panel of experts with proposing a plan to overhaul what many consider to be a broken system. In a few weeks, Lamont will present his proposal for the Blue Ribbon Panel’s first year of a five year plan to the Connecticut General Assembly. Fa…
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Presidential primaries and what their locations say about inclusivity in elections
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The 2024 presidential election is in full swing. Iowa held its Republican Caucus this week, and next week, New Hampshire will hold Republican and Democratic primaries. These states traditionally go first, but because at least 90 percent of the people living in Iowa and New Hampshire are white, that may change. The Democratic National Committee has …
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Disrupted: How Gen Z is changing politics
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Today, The Wheelhouse is passing the mic to another Connecticut Public talk show, Disrupted. This hour, we learn about the State Elections Enforcement Commission which oversees voter fraud allegations and campaign finance. We'll also examine America's youngest voters, Generation Z. Ruby Belle Booth will provide insight on Gen Z's voting impact foll…
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How did reading become a political battlefield in the U.S.?
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In 2021, Connecticut passed a law mandating school districts to have curricula focused on quote "the science of reading." That refers to research-backed approaches to literacy like phonics. Initially, all school districts had until July 1, 2023 to implement an approved “science of reading” program. That deadline is now July 1, 2025. But not all sch…
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The past and present of beach segregation in Connecticut
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Connecticut has hundreds of miles of shoreline, extending from Greenwich in the west to Stonington in the east. But many of these coastal communities have found ways to exclude certain people. In fact, there's a long history of segregation on our shores, dating back decades. This hour, we’ll unpack past and present beach access in Connecticut. Plus…
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Wheelhouse LIVE: Looking back at 2023 and ahead to 2024
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From the Capitol to the campaign trail: The year in politics with a powerhouse panel and a special guest. Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Connecticut Public Radio
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War of the words: The role of political rhetoric during wartime
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During times of war, language can be a powerful tool. Political leaders can wield it to change hearts and minds, but also to justify the use of violence. Right now, political rhetoric is everywhere as the war between Israel and Palestine continues to unfold. So how does what we hear from politicians inform how we think about conflict? Today, we’ll …
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Will MAGA politics or Taylor Swift make a difference in 2024?
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There are some major players in American politics. But one we don’t talk about enough is Taylor Swift. In September, Swift urged her fans on Instagram to register to vote. Vote.org reported a surge of 35,000 registrations after her post. Not only that, but the pop singer has had a political awakening in recent years. She’s gone from largely silent …
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Will Congress ever fund the federal government?
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Back in September, federal lawmakers came up with a temporary solution to avoid a government shutdown. But the continuing resolution they agreed upon expires in two days. Is Congress close to a spending agreement? This hour, we get the latest on that. Plus, Connecticut has set a goal to curb vehicle emissions to zero by 2035. But not everybody's ha…
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Tuesday was Election Day in Connecticut! From Bridgeport to Hartford, some of the state's big, and small, municipalities elected their next mayor. This hour, we tell you who won, who lost, and why it matters. Plus, a great panel of guests will dig into some of the races and tell us what they might mean for the state at-large. GUESTS: Livi Stanford:…
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Election Edition 2023: Bridgeport mayoral race
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For the past few weeks, The Wheelhouse has been hitting the campaign trail. The show has been featuring interviews with candidates for mayor across the state. Our final stop? Bridgeport! Bridgeport’s past two mayoral elections have been shrouded in controversy. In 2019 and in 2023, the word out of the Park City was all about absentee ballots, and w…
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Election Edition 2023: Waterbury mayoral race
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For the past few weeks, The Wheelhouse has been hitting the campaign trail. The show is featuring interviews with candidates for mayor across the state. Today, Waterbury! Waterbury has long been known as the “Brass City.” In the early 20th century, it was a global leader in manufacturing — producing everything from brassware to watches and clocks. …
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