Former Wisconsin Governor Tommy Thompson shares why he supports the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). We learn about the role of whistleblowers in U.S. history. And current high water levels could spell trouble this winter for homeowners and municipalities on Great Lakes’ shores.
Featured in this Show
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The Role Of Whistleblowers In American History
The United States has a long history of whistleblowers, dating as far back as the Revolutionary War. We talk to a political scientist about the role of whisteblowers in American history and politics from President Washington to President Trump.
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Former Gov. Tommy Thompson Says New NAFTA Deal Could Spur Medical Innovation
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said recently that House Democrats are making progress working out details on the deal to replace NAFTA, the United States Mexico Canada Agreement. We hear from former Gov. Tommy Thompson who says the deal could spur medical innovation.
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Great Lakes Cities Preparing For Potentially Destructive Winter
Near-record high water levels could mean trouble for cities on the Great Lakes this winter. We look at the threats to roads, buildings and other infrastructure, and what those communities are doing about them.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Bill Martens Producer
- Allison Stanger Guest
- Tommy Thompson Guest
- Erin Ailworth Guest
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