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WisPolitics Capitol Chats provides political insights from political movers and shakers around Wisconsin in about 10 minutes. Quality interviews brought to you each week by the reporting team at WisPolitics.com.
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There's never a shortage of political news in Wisconsin, from the governor's office to the Legislature to the state's elected officials in Washington, DC. Join WUWM host Maayan Silver and Wispolitics.com editor JR Ross as they highlight and provide context to the latest developments.
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Emily Pritzkow, Wisconsin Building Trades Council 2024
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Capitol Notes: What to expect when you're state GOP convention-ing
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Wisconsin Republicans hope to drum up the base at their state convention in Appleton this weekend. Will it affect infrastructure this big election year? Fundraising? Give insights into GOP priorities ahead of November? JR Ross of WisPolitics.com explains what to look for.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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Capitol Chats: Forward Analytics' Knapp says “NIMBY" attitude a challenge for affordable housing
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In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Forward Analytics Director Dale Knapp says the state will need to build more housing to meet an increased need due in part to the baby boom of the mid-20th century. Knapp said some challenges are building enough housing that’s also affordable and people with a “not in my backyard” attitude toward new housing pr…
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WisOPinion: 'The Insiders' discuss redistricting's impact on Wisconsin legislative elections
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the consequences of redistricting on the fall elections and its impact on political competitiveness.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Aymen Azim, Technova Industries
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Capitol Notes: Protests, fundraising gap result in political headwinds in Wisconsin
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What do protests on Wisconsin campuses mean for Wisconsin Democrats, and how will the state's Republicans deal with a fundraising shortfall? Find out on Capitol Notes.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' break down the race for Wisconsin's 1st CD
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the race for Wisconsin's First Congressional District, where former Revenue Secretary Peter Barca, a Democrat who served in Congress from 1993-1995 and in the state Assembly from 1985-1992 and 2008-2019, is running against Republican incumbent Bryan Steil.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Associ…
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Alex Vodenlich, Plumb Pharmaceuticals
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Capitol Chats: Wisconsin Young Republicans chair says youth GOP ready to rally behind Trump
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In this week's Capitol Chats podcast, Wisconsin Young Republicans Chair Kyle Schroeder says young GOP voters are enthused and ready to get behind former President Donald Trump. He also says their biggest issues right now are abortion, the economy and issues at the southern border. He also says many are disappointed with the Biden administration isn…
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Capitol Notes: Introducing 'Swing State of the Union'
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On this special edition of Capitol Notes, learn about a new politics podcast from WUWM — Swing State of the Union.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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'The Insiders' discuss close races in Wisconsin for president, U.S. Senate
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at recent polls and discuss how close the U.S. Senate and presidential races might be.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Coleman Peiffer, Alliant Energy
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Capitol Chats: Wisconsin College Dems chair: Claims young voters won't turn out in '24 'dead wrong'
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In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Wisconsin College Democrats Chair Matthew Lehner says one of the biggest misconceptions about young voters is that they won’t turn out to vote in November. He also says he shares concerns about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza but noted there are many other issues at stake in the upcoming presidential election, …
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Capitol Notes: What's the hold up on PFAS? And the latest on Wisconsin Congressional Races!
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Millions of dollars in state funding to clean up groundwater contamination are going unused in Wisconsin. Why? We also look into how Democrats and Republicans are trying to leverage their candidates in the state's competitive congressional districts.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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WisOpinon: 'The Insiders' discuss Wisconsin's role as a presidential election battleground
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, explain the importance of Wisconsin to both presidential candidates in a tightly contested election year.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Lauren Brey, Farmers For Sustainable Food
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Capitol Chats: Dane GOP Chair Maly says voters will get behind Trump, GOP needs to get engage youth
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On this week's Capitol Chats podcast, Dane County Republican Party Chair Brandon Maly, 24, says Republican voters, even RINOs, will likely rally behind Trump in the November general election. As long as they can clear the abortion hurdle, Maly says voters aren't pleased with how the White House is handling many current issues and they are specifica…
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Capitol Chats: Dane GOP Chair Maly says voters will get behind Trump, GOP needs to get engage youth
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On this week's Capitol Chats podcast, Dane County Republican Party Chair Brandon Maly, 24, says Republican voters, even so-called "RINOs," will likely rally behind Trump in the November general election as long as they can clear the abortion hurdle. Maly says voters aren't pleased with how the White House is handling many current issues, especially…
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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' assess the recall effort against Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the recall efforts directed at Assembly Speaker Robin Vos by elements of the GOP.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics
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Capitol Chats: Zepecki confident Biden will earn support of uninstructed voters in November
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In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Dem strategist Joe Zepecki shares his takeaways from the April 2 presidential primary. Zepecki says he believes President Joe Biden will earn support from uninstructed voters in November. He also points out the percentage of voters who cast ballots in the GOP primary for candidates that are no longer in the rac…
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Capitol Chats: Zepecki confident Biden will earn support of uninstructed voters in November
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In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Dem strategist Joe Zepecki shares his takeaways from the April 2 presidential primary. Zepecki says he believes President Joe Biden will earn support from uninstructed voters in November. He also points out the percentage of voters who cast ballots in the GOP primary for candidates that are no longer in the rac…
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Doug Kelly, American Edge Project
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Capitol Notes: What to know about Wisconsin's U.S. Senate race, effect of constitutional amendments
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Do you want to know about the candidates for U.S. Senate in Wisconsin, what U.S. Senators actually do for people on the ground here, and how the candidates are approaching their campaigns? Tune into Capitol Notes this week!By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' discuss factors behind lawmakers' exodus from the Wisconsin Legislature
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, offer their take on why so many state lawmakers are retiring their positions amid new legislative district maps.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Ron Wanek, Ashley Furniture Industries
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Capitol Chats: Group pushing for uninstructed Dem primary vote still wants Biden to win
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In this week's Capitol Chats: Kyle Johnson, political director for Listen to Wisconsin, says voters who checked the 'uninstructed' box this April primary want President Joe Biden to remember and listen to those who helped elect him to office. They're protesting Biden’s policies toward Israel and Gaza. Johnson also says the movement still wants to s…
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Capitol Chats: Group pushing for uninstructed Dem primary vote still wants Biden to win
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In this week's Capitol Chats: Kyle Johnson, political director for Listen to Wisconsin, says voters who checked the 'uninstructed' box this April primary want President Joe Biden to remember and listen to those who helped elect him to office. They're protesting Biden’s policies toward Israel and Gaza. Johnson also says the movement still wants to s…
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'The Insiders' preview Tuesday's local elections and presidential primary
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, preview Wisconsin's April 2 spring election and what it may indicate for state and national politics. Statewide, the ballot includes the presidential primary and two constitutional amendments regarding elections. Voters will also vote in general elections for local offices and weigh in on school funding r…
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Natalie Jordan, Cultural Care Au Pair
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Capitol Chats: Kelly says new maps could be 'challenge,' Dems should recognize voucher benefits
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In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, School Choice Wisconsin President Nic Kelly says new legislative maps that favor Dems could be a challenge. But he argues Dems should remember their constituents benefit from the state's private school voucher programs. Kelly also reviews the group's efforts during the legislative session.…
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Capitol Chats: Kelly says new maps could be 'challenge,' Dems should recognize voucher benefits
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In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, School Choice Wisconsin President Nic Kelly says new legislative maps that favor Dems could be a challenge. But he argues Dems should remember their constituents benefit from the state's private school voucher programs. Kelly also reviews the group's efforts during the legislative session.…
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Capitol Notes: Primaries, drop boxes and recalls, oh my!
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JR Ross, editor of WisPolitics.com gives the big picture on the upcoming presidential primary election in Wisconsin, the new lawsuit over drop boxes and the latest in the recall effort against GOP Assembly Speaker Robin Vos.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' review the '23-'24 legislative session
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, weigh the successes and failures of the recently adjourned 2023-24 legislative session.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Greg Piefer, SHINE Technologies
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Capitol Chats: WEAC's Wirtz-Olsen says more school referendums ahead without funding formula changes
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In this week’s Capitol Chats podcast, Wisconsin Education Association Council President Peggy Wirtz-Olsen says the $1.4 billion in combined school budget referendum requests across Wisconsin is a sign public schools need more funding and the funding formula is broken. Data provided to WisPolitics by the Wisconsin Policy Forum show this year to be t…
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Capitol Chats: WEAC's Wirtz-Olsen says more school referendums ahead without funding formula changes
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In this week's Capitol Chats podcast, Wisconsin Education Association Council President Peggy Wirtz-Olsen says the $1.4 billion in combined school budget referendum requests across Wisconsin is a sign public schools need more funding and the funding formula is broken. A WisPolitics review found this year to be the third-highest ask from schools sin…
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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' assess shifts in principles, priorities of Wisconsin's political parties
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, examine how and why the principles and priorities of the Republican and Democratic parties in Wisconsin have evolved over time. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Chris Tatge, DC Materials
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Capitol Chats: Neubauer announces reelection bid, talks priorities and new maps
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In this week's Capitol Chats podcast, Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer, D-Racine, announces her bid for reelection after talking about what her caucus wants to work on for the remainder of the year. She also says she's not too worried the Dem Assembly members leaving this year will impact her caucus' ability to make significant gains with th…
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Capitol Notes: A settlement in Wisconsin fake electors lawsuit
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Lawyers for former President Donald Trump and ten Wisconsin Republicans who served as false electors had to affirm President Joe Biden won the 2020 presidential election. Find out more about that settlement, important 2024 potential legislative races and this week's upcoming senate floor session.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' break down Wisconsin's primary & the likely Trump-Biden rematch
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the upcoming Wisconsin primary and the likely rematch of former President Donald Trump with President Joe Biden.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Jessica Martin Eckerly, Forward BIOLABS
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Capitol Chats: Pfaff says he's "hell bent" on providing relief for PFAS contamination
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In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Sen. Brad Pfaff discusses his bill aiming to fight PFAS contamination. The Onalaska Dem says the Legislature must act on the issue amid a standoff between Republicans and Gov. Tony Evers over PFAS funding.By wispolitics
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Capitol Chats: Pfaff says he's "hell bent" on providing relief for PFAS contamination
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In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Sen. Brad Pfaff discusses his bill aiming to fight PFAS contamination. The Onalaska Dem says the Legislature must act on the issue amid a standoff between Republicans and Gov. Tony Evers over PFAS funding.
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'The Insiders' discuss Hovde's U.S. Senate bid
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the candidacy rollout for Eric Hovde, a Republican seeking to unseat Dem U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin.Recorded live before the Wisconsin Bankers Association annual Capitol Day at the Monona Terrace in Madison, Wis.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Publi…
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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Nick Myers, RedFox AI
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Capitol Chats: Assembly Corrections Committee Chair Schraa on high vacancy rates, aging prisons
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In this week's Capitol Chats podcast, Assembly Corrections Committee Chair Michael Schraa, R-Oshkosh, talks about some of the most pressing issues facing the Wisconsin's prisons. He talks about what it will take to continue driving security staff vacancy rates down and how likely it is a longterm push to replace maximum security prisons from the 19…
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Capitol Chats: Assembly Corrections Committee Chair Schraa on high vacancy rates, aging prisons
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In this week's Capitol Chats podcast, Assembly Corrections Committee Chair Michael Schraa, R-Oshkosh, talks about some of the most pressing issues facing the Wisconsin's prisons. He talks about what it will take to continue driving security staff vacancy rates down and how likely it is a longterm push to replace maximum security prisons from the 19…
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Capitol Notes: Trump Political Action Committee, other Republicans, implicated in potential Wisconsin campaign finance scheme
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Wisconsin's Ethics Commission referred former President Trump's joint fundraising committee, GOP legislator Janel Brandtjen and other Republicans to local district attorneys for potential felony charges involving fundraising during the 2022 midterm elections.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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'The Insiders' discuss Evers signing his maps following GOP-controlled Legislature's approval
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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, offer their take on Gov. Tony Evers' signing of legislative district maps approved by the GOP-controlled Wisconsin Legislature Recorded live before the Wisconsin Bankers Association Annual Capitol Day at Monona Terrace, Madison, Wis.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson…
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