Investing In America’s Future, Mathletes Of Milwaukee, Evers Pushes Medicaid Expansion

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National Debt Clock in Washington D.C.
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Republican leaders are removing many of Governor Evers’ budget proposals, including Medicaid expansion. We find out how Evers is responding. Then we learn about Milwaukee-area high school students who used math to tackle substance abuse. Finally, we talk with a guest who says the right policy solutions can improve America’s fiscal outlook.

Featured in this Show

  • How To Invest In America's Future And Rely Less On Debt

    Our guest argues America can rely less on debt and invest more in popular social programs with the right policy solutions. We discuss what he thinks is needed to pay for the government we want.

  • Milwaukee-Area Students Nearly Win National Math Competition

    Some Wisconsin high school students recently proved they’re among the best in the country when it comes to math. We discuss how their work tackling substance abuse earned them third-place in a national competition.

  • Evers Pledges To Fight For Medicaid Expansion Despite Republican Opposition

    The Republican chairs of the state’s Joint Finance Committee say they’re removing 131 of Governor Evers’ budget proposals, including Medicaid expansion. We find out where this leaves the budget process and hear how Evers is appealing to the public to pressure lawmakers on the Medicaid issue.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • William Gale Guest
  • Mike Weidner Guest
  • Ryan Mortonson Guest
  • Jonah Ralston Guest