Week In Washington, What’s Next For Gill V. Whitford Redistricting Case, Visit A County Fair This Summer

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While the Supreme Court returned the Wisconsin redistricting case to a lower court, they did not dismiss it. We talk to an expert about why this action might suggest that the justices are interested in finding better objective ways to address issues of gerrymandering. We also discuss why you might want to make a visit to your local fair this summer and we take a look at this week’s national news.

Featured in this Show

  • This Week In Washington – July 11, 2018

    Republican Representative Jim Jordan of Ohio is facing scrutiny over what he know about allegations of sexual abuse during his time in the Ohio State wrestling program. We talk about the potential impact to Jordan’s standing in the House Freedom Caucus. We also look at President Trump’s pardon of two ranchers convicted of arson on federal lands, and his comments at this week’s NATO summit.

  • What The Supreme Court Decision For Wisconsin's Redistricting Case Means For The Efficiency Gap

    When the U.S. Supreme Court sent Wisconsin’s redistricting case back to a lower court, their decision called into question the math at the heart of the case. We talk to a social epidemiologist about what’s next for the efficiency gap.

  • Wisconsin Agriculture Secretary On Tariffs, Fairs

    Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Secretary Sheila Harsdorf says she’s concerned about how a potential trade war could effect the state’s dairy and farming industries. We talk with Harsdorf about how Wisconsin’s cheese, cranberry, apples, ginseng and other producers are faring. In addition, she encourages families to visit one of Wisconsin’s dozens of fairs this summer.

Episode Credits

  • Judith Siers-Poisson Host
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Scott Wong Guest
  • Malia Jones Guest
  • Sheila Harsdorf Guest