A Wisconsin author recalls stories of rural life throughout the Great Depression. Representative Mark Pocan joins us to discuss his work on the American Rescue Plan. Then, we speak with a journalist covering the challenges facing the U.S. Postal Service.
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Remembering Wisconsin Farm Life During The Great Depression
The Great Depression affected life in rural Wisconsin, and yet our guest remembers a close, loving family that taught her strength and resilience. She details her experience growing up in western Wisconsin in the 1930s in a collection of short essays.
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Congressman Pocan Addresses The American Rescue Plan
The U.S. House and Senate recently passed a budget resolution allowing lawmakers to create a $1.9 trillion relief package. Congressman Pocan discusses the bill, which includes raising the minimum wage to $15 an hour. Plus, we hear more about the Equality Act, which the House approved this week.
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U.S. Postal Services Addresses Mail Delivery Delays
The U.S. Postal Service continues to deal with financial losses, reorganization, staffing challenges, and the pandemic. We receive updates from a Washington Post reporter on Postmaster General Louis DeJoy’s plans for the agency.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Kealey Bultena Producer
- Courtney Everett Producer
- L. Malik Anderson Producer
- Kealey Bultena Interviewer
- Bunny Carlson Guest
- Mark Pocan Guest
- Jacob Bogage Guest
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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