Milwaukee made the list of cities with highest rates of volunteerism last year. We talk to a sociologist about why people choose to volunteer and why it matters. We also talk about the rippling effects of the partial government shutdown.
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Consequences Of The Partial Government Shutdown
The federal government is entering its 17th day in partial shutdown, and the consequences are spreading beyond government workers. Our guest is a political scientist who explains the current impacts of the shutdown and how those factors affect people across the country.
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Why Do People Volunteer?
Milwaukee was among the cities with the highest rates of volunteerism last year, according to new national data. We talk to a sociologist about what compels people to serve others, how it affects an area, and why it matters in the first place.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Kealey Bultena Producer
- Laura Pavin Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Andra Gillespie Guest
- Michael Bell Guest
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