Statewide referendums, Racism and resistance

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Four people lean forward as they vote in booths.
Max Sommerfeld votes Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, at the Brookfield Conference Center in Brookfield, Wis. Angela Major/WPR

A political science professor helps us better understand how well statewide referendums and ballot initiatives work in states across the country. Then, we learn more about a new museum exhibit that shares stories of racism and resistance at UW-Madison.

Featured in this Show

  • Do ballot initiatives work in other states?

    Gov. Tony Evers on Wednesday proposed a constitutional amendment that would allow for citizen ballot initiatives. While the Republican-controlled legislature isn’t likely to green-light it, we’ll discuss how similar measures function in other states around the U.S.

  • New 'Sifting & Reckoning' exhibit explores history of racism and resistance at UW-Madison

    A new exhibit at the Chazen Museum of Art explores stories of racism and resistance on the campus of UW-Madison. The curator of the exhibit joins the show to talk about the years-long effort.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Trina La Susa Technical Director
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Susan Stokes Guest
  • Kacie Lucchini Butcher Guest