Legislators Becoming Lobbyists, Issues With “No-Fail” Medical Tests, African American Student Experiences On Mostly White Campuses

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College students from Missouri to Connecticut are protesting racial disparities they see on their campuses. An education expert explores some experiences of minority students at universities with predominantly white student bodies. We also learn why “fool-proof” medical tests aren’t as simple as they seem, and we find out why one Wisconsin lawmaker thinks that legislators should have to wait before becoming a lobbyist.

Featured in this Show

  • Lawmaker Wants To Slow Revolving Door Between Public Office And Lobbying

    A Wisconsin lawmaker is proposing restrictions on how soon a state legislator can become a lobbyist. We find out why he feels that revolving door needs to slow down.

  • Investigation Into Common Medical Tests

    A number of common medical tests like blood glucose checks are considered foolproof, and a recent investigation shows that’s a problem. A reporter explains why waived tests that don’t require oversight are sometimes done incorrectly, which can have serious consequences for a patient’s health.

  • The Experience Of Minority Students On All-White Campuses

    Students in Missouri are protesting the racial climate at the University of Missouri. Our guest says these problems aren’t isolated in Missouri–they happen all over the country. She discusses the experience of minority students on all-white college campuses.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
  • Matt Oleson Producer
  • Amanda Magnus Producer
  • Dana Wachs Guest
  • Ellen Gabler Guest
  • Gloria Ladson-Billings Guest