The Ukrainian government says it’s open to more peace talks as Russia continues its invasion with a new attention on the eastern part of the country. A Wisconsin expert on the region joins us to talk about the latest developments. Plus, we learn why spending on lobbying in Congress hit record highs last year and the impact it has.
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A record-breaking year for lobbying in 2021
Spending on lobbying broke records last year, but efforts to reform the industry have slipped from the headlines. We hear about why and where reform efforts stand today from an expert on interest groups and lobbying.
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Ukraine open to more negotiations as Russia shifts the focus of its invasion
Ukraine’s president indicated over the weekend that Ukraine may be willing to become a neutral state as part of a peace agreement, a move that Russian President Vladimir Putin has long pushed for. An expert explains this and other developments in the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Episode Credits
- Molly Stentz Host
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- James Thurber Guest
- Lowell Barrington Guest
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