We talk with a lawmaker and expert on early childhood education about new proposed legislation to fund kindergarten in Wisconsin. And we discuss the way young people can be affected physiologically when they experience bullying. And we talk about proposed voting changes at the state Capitol.
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New Bill In Legislature Would Fully Fund Kindergarten For Wisconsin's Four Year Olds
A new proposed bill being considered in the Wisconsin legislature would fully fund kindergarten classes for four year olds. We talk to one of the bill’s sponsors and an early childhood education expert about how 4K could impact Wisconsin students.
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Being Bullied Can Change Growing Brains
New research shows differences in the brain structure of young people who have been subjected to bullying. A Wisconsin pediatrician shares how those changes happen, and what type of response and treatment might be needed.
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State Assembly To Vote On Rule Changes Governing Gubernatorial Veto, Ways Bills Can Be Brought To Debate
The state Assembly will vote on a proposal to give lawmakers unlimited attempts to override the Governor’s vetoes. It’s linked to a lawwmaker request to accommodate his needs as a person with disabilities. Democrats criticized the move as a Republican power grab. We get the latest with a reporter.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
- Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
- Luther Olsen Guest
- Beth Graue Guest
- Dr. Dipesh Navsaria Guest
- Laurel White Guest
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