This year’s prestigious Fields Medal in mathematics went to a woman for the first time ever…though some are asking, why didn’t this happen sooner? We talk with a guest about the barriers facing women in mathematics, and how we can get more girls interested in pursuing the subject. We also talk about the latest news surrounding the proposed casino in Kenosha, and find out about the issues in front of Congress this week.
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Getting More Girls Into Math
This year’s prestigious Fields Medal in mathematics went to a woman for the first time ever. Some say this type of achievement shouldn’t be so newsworthy in the 21st Century because women should have broken these barriers years ago. Our guest discusses why women aren’t more prominent in math and offers advice on how to get girls involved early on.
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Potawatomi Withhold Money From State Over Proposed Kenosha Casino
Nearly a year after the the federal Bureau of Indian Affairs approved the Menominee Tribe’s proposed casino in Kenosha, the project is still waiting on a decision from Governor Walker. Now, in a new twist the Potawatomi tribe is withholding their annual casino revenue payment to the state. A reporter who has been covering the casino story has the latest updates.
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This Week In Congress – August 27, 2014
USA Today Chief Congressional Reporter Susan Davis is in this week for Paul Singer, with Central Time’s weekly update on happenings in Congress.
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