Teaching Slavery’s History, Duffy Resigns From Congress, And Homelessness In Wisconsin

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Cots, First Presbyterian Church, Baraboo, homeless, shelter, winter, frigid temperatures
Cots await people seeking shelter from cold temperatures at First Presbyterian Church in Baraboo. Photo courtesy of Jori Ruff

The history of slavery in America is often taught within one chapter or a few lessons. We look at what students aren’t learning. We also talk with the new director of Wisconsin’s Interagency Council on Homelessness. Plus, we discuss Wisconsin Congressman Sean Duffy’s decision to resign.

Featured in this Show

  • Why Schools Fall Short On Teaching The History Of Slavery

    In a lot of history classes, slavery might only take up a chapter in a textbook or a day’s worth of lessons. Our guest says that means we’re missing much of the story. We talk about the ways slavery education falls short and what history we don’t learn in school.

  • A Look At The Fallout Of Duffy's Decision To Resign From Congress

    Wisconsin Congressman Sean Duffy has announced his resignation due to a family health concern. We’ll look at his role in Congress and what his departure means for control of his northern Wisconsin district.

  • Wisconsin Council On Homelessness Looking For Bipartisan Solutions

    The Wisconsin Interagency Council on Homelessness was created in 2017 under former Governor Scott Walker. Under the Evers administration, the group will have to find bipartisan support for its policy proposals. We talk with the new director about the ideas both parties may get on board with.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Nikita Stewart Guest
  • Laurel White Guest
  • Mike Basford Guest

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