State Capitol Report: Proposed Gun Control Legislation, Green Bay’s New State Senator

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We speak with a Wisconsin Senate Democrat about proposed gun control legislation and its chances of passage in a Legislature with a Republican majority. Then, we hear from Green Bay’s new GOP state senator about his priorities.

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Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Joe Tarr Producer
  • Keegan Kyle Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Sen. Melissa Agard Guest
  • Eric Wimberger Guest

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