Possible Change To Governor’s Partial Veto Power, Third-Party Presidential Candidates

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George Bush, Ross Perot and Bill Clinton debate
President Bush, left, talks with independent candidate Ross Perot as Democratic candidate Bill Clinton stands aside at the end of their second presidential debate in Richmond, Va., Oct. 15, 1992. AP Photo/Marcy Nighswander

We look at a new proposal that would prevent Wisconsin governors from using their veto powers to increase spending. Then, after the death of former presidential challenger Ross Perot, we discuss the past and future of third party candidates.

Featured in this Show

  • A Look At GOP Proposal To Limit Governor's Veto Power

    State Republicans are pushing a resolution that would limit the governor’s veto powers. We look at how past governors have used their veto authority, how this new proposal would work and how it may affect governing.

  • A Look At The History And Future Of Third-Party Presidential Candidates

    Ross Perot is considered to be the last successful third-party candidate when he took nearly 19 percent of the vote in 1992. In light of his passing this week, we look at the role independent candidates have played in presidential races and what kind of future they may have – if any.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Mordecai Lee Guest
  • Lara Brown Guest