Looking At What’s Inside The ‘For The People Act,’ Examining The Priorities In Governor Evers’ Budget Proposal

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A political scientist explains some of the key, and lesser, provisions of the For The People Act the Senate is reviewing, after its passage in the House of Representatives. Then we dig deeper into Governor Evers’ proposed budget for the next biennium with a policy researcher.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Lonna Atkeson Guest
  • Jason Stein Guest