State Capitol Report: Voter experiences and pandemic aid spending

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Wisconsin State Capitol
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We explore how residents thought Election Day went with a leader from the League of Women Voters. And the head of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation explains why the state spent a greater share of its pandemic aid on economic development than other states did.

Featured in this Show

  • Results from survey on election experiences

    The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin surveyed voters to learn about their experiences voting and whether they had any problems. We speak with a leader of the organization about the results.

  • Head of state agency discusses spending of federal pandemic aid on economy

    Wisconsin spent a greater share of its federal pandemic relief funds on aid to businesses and economic development than other states, according to a recent study. We talk with the CEO of the state’s economic development agency about how the money is affecting communities.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Mackenzie Krumme Producer
  • Joel Patenaude Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Eileen Newcomer Guest
  • Missy Hughes Guest