We explore some of the challenges to advancing OWI legislation in Wisconsin. Then we look at the question of whether President Donald Trump can still delay the U.S. census at this point. And we hear about the history of the idea of ‘Entrenchment’ in American politics and society.
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OWI Bills Pass State Assembly, Face Uncertain Future In Senate
The state Assembly has passed two bills that would toughen certain drunk driving penalties. We talk with an expert on the legislature about their future and why OWI laws are so difficult to pass in Wisconsin.
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2020 Census Starts Printing Without Controversial Citizenship Question
Federal officials say the 2020 census will not include a proposed question about a respondent’s citizenship, despite President Donald Trump saying it will still get added. We talk with an historian of the census about the controversy and past battles over how people are counted and represented.
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The History Of 'Entrenchment' In American Politics And Society
The entrenchment of wealth, social status and political power has been one of the defining issues in American democracy. That’s according to our guest, who talks with us about the historical struggle to dislodge established power structures and solidify new ones.
Episode Credits
- Judith Siers-Poisson Host
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Jeremy Arney Guest
- Margo Anderson Guest
- Paul Starr Guest
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