A new bill would provide state funding to move coal piles away from the Green Bay downtown riverfront. An elected official explains what’s at stake. Then, we learn how to increase civility in politics. Our guest analyzes the dysfunction and incivility in American government and media.
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Assembly Approves $1.2 Million To Move C. Reiss Coal Piles In Green Bay
Last week, a bill passed by a wide margin in the state Assembly that would give $1.2 million to Green Bay to remove coal piles that have sat on the banks of the Fox River for years. A Green Bay alderperson joins the show to share why this move is necessary.
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Measuring Civility In 2020 Election And American Politics
With lawmakers on social media and 24-hours news, civility in politics can get steamrolled. We’re examining the national election and our current politics through the lens of civility. We also learn about on the ground work being conducted to raise the level of civil discourse in America.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Brian Johnson Guest
- Carolyn Lukensmeyer Guest
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