We get up to speed on a state Republican proposal to undercut a judge’s order that Gov. Scott Walker call elections for two vacant legislative seats. Then, a geographer takes a look at electoral maps in an effort to figure out what makes the most sensible and fair electoral maps. We talk to the reporter behind the piece. Additionally, we ask you for your stories about your first car. You can email them to ideas@wpr.org, tweet us at centraltimewpr, or leave a comment on The Ideas Network Facebook page.
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Senate Republicans' Plan To Thwart Special Elections Ruling
State Senate Republicans are planning to pass a bill next week that would cancel a Dane County judge’s ruling that elections be held for two vacant legislative seats. Wisconsin Public Radio’s State Capitol Bureau Chief Shawn Johnson discusses the proposal. He also previews a court hearing on Gov. Scott Walker’s request to delay the deadline for calling those elections.
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How To Make A Good Electoral Map: A Geographer Weighs In
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to issue an opinion on Gill v. Whitford this summer, a case arguing that Wisconsin’s political districts were gerrymandered, or shaped for political gain. But even when there aren’t allegations of gerrymandering, redistricting can get complicated. Districts end up oddly-shaped, respecting so-called “communities of interest.” So, what would a good congressional district map even look like? Garrett Dash Nelson tried to find out. We talk to him about his piece for CityLab.
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Reminiscing About Our First Cars
Much like your first love or your first job, everyone remembers their first car. We discuss why we have such strong emotional bonds with our first vehicles and welcome your memories of your first set of wheels.
Episode Credits
- Judith Siers-Poisson Host
- Chris Malina Host
- Bill Martens Producer
- Gretchen Brown Producer
- Shawn Johnson Guest
- Garrett Dash Nelson Guest
- Michael Marsden Guest
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