We talk with a state lawmaker from Wonewoc about his bill requiring the national anthem be played at sports games. Then, a new state representative from Milwaukee discusses how the increase in Black women legislators in Wisconsin achieves accurate representation.
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National Anthem Mandate For Sports Passes Assembly
State Rep. Tony Kurtz, R-Wonewoc, discusses a bill that would require the national anthem before sports are played in venues that received public funding. We also look at an array of proposals aimed at boosting support for farmers.
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Black Women Lawmakers Reach A Milestone
Wisconsin is one of 14 states where Black women’s representation in state government equals that of the population. We talk to the Milwaukee Assembly-woman whose election last November put the state over that threshold about why representation matters and what perspective she brings to the Capitol.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Keegan Kyle Producer
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Tony Kurtz Guest
- Rep. Dora Drake Guest
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