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In Search of Unity with Issues and Candidates - Full Show Jul 25, 2024

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Craig Gilbert joins Tracy on the phone to talk about the RNC and how or if it differs from previous conventions. He says the tone and vibe has changed. o Next Tracy asks Craig about Kamala Harris’ entering the race in Biden’s stead and the upsurge in Democrats’ unity after Republicans united during the RNC and how it affects swing states like Wisconsin. o Tracy asks Craig about the Wisconsin electorate and how it affects presidential elections in the swing state. Craig says it’s about capturing your electorate in places it does best in. o Tracy asks Craig about his words regarding the assassination attempt on Donald Trump and when the next Marquette Law School will be released (August). Tracy is joined by C.J. Szafir from the Institute for Reforming Government to discuss two amendments that will be on the August ballot that would require the legislature to approve any budget expenses so that the governor doesn’t have sole discretion. o C.J. went out and polled voters for their top issue for the election. o Tracy asks C.J. what the state of education is in MPS.

2 Referenda on Wisconsin's Ballot with C.J. Szafir Jul 25, 2024

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Tracy is joined by C.J. Szafir from the Institute for Reforming Government to discuss two amendments that will be on the August ballot that would require the legislature to approve any budget expenses so that the governor doesn’t have sole discretion. C.J. went out and polled voters for their top issue for the election. Tracy asks C.J. what the state of education is in MPS

Finding Unity for Democrats in Kamala Harris with Craig Gilbert Jul 25, 2024

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Craig Gilbert joins Tracy on the phone to talk about the RNC and how or if it differs from previous conventions. He says the tone and vibe has changed. Next Tracy asks Craig about Kamala Harris’ entering the race in Biden’s stead and the upsurge in Democrats’ unity after Republicans united during the RNC and how it affects swing states like Wisconsin. Tracy asks Craig about the Wisconsin electorate and how it affects presidential elections in the swing state. Craig says it’s about capturing your electorate in places it does best in. Tracy asks Craig about his words regarding the assassination attempt on Donald Trump and when the next Marquette Law School will be released (August).

Expectations for J.D. Vance and Kamala Harris - Full Show Jul 24, 2024

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Tracy is joined on the phone by U.S. Congressman from Wisconsin Bryan Steil. They discuss Benjamin Netanyahu visiting Congress, who isn’t there, Kamala Harris has the Democrats new presumptive nominee and more. Wisconsin GOP Chair Brian Schimming joins Tracy next to talk about the success of the RNC in Milwaukee, Kamala Harris as the presumptive Democratic nominee, Trump’s VP pick in J.D. Vance and the cheeseheads at the RNC. 9:36 – Tracy is next joined by Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Mary Spicuzza. They discuss Kamala Harris’s appearance in Milwaukee yesterday, Biden dropping out and the enthusiasm from Harris and her supporters o Mary brings up the trickiness of Republicans criticizing Kamala Harris without attacking her race and gender after a message was sent out and Jeramey mentions it’ll be difficult with how unfiltered Trump is. o Tracy asks Jeramey and Mary what to expect from the DNC next month.

What to Expect from Kamala Harris and the DNC with Jeramey Jannene and Mary Spicuzza Jul 24, 2024

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Tracy is next joined by Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Mary Spicuzza. They discuss Kamala Harris’s appearance in Milwaukee yesterday, Biden dropping out and the enthusiasm from Harris and her supporters o Mary brings up the trickiness of Republicans criticizing Kamala Harris without attacking her race and gender after a message was sent out and Jeramey mentions it’ll be difficult with how unfiltered Trump is. o Tracy asks Jeramey and Mary what to expect from the DNC next month.

What Was with the Cheseheads at the RNC? with Brian Schimming Jul 24, 2024

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Wisconsin GOP Chair Brian Schimming joins Tracy next to talk about the success of the RNC in Milwaukee, Kamala Harris as the presumptive Democratic nominee, Trump’s VP pick in J.D. Vance and the cheeseheads at the RNC.

Congressman Bryan Steil on Netanyahu in Washington Jul 24, 2024

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Breaking Down the Secret Service Resignation, the Documents Case and More with Rick Esenberg Jul 23, 2024

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Tracy is joined in-studio by Rick Esenberg. They discuss any legal issues that could face Joe Biden and kamala Harris with the former dropping out and the latter becoming the new presumptive nominee. Tracy asks Rick for his thoughts on Trump selecting J.D. Vance as his VP. Tracy next asks Rick about the Trump documents case in Florida was tossed out. Rick says Jack Smith had no authority in this case. Tracy and Rick react to the breaking news of the Secret Service Director resigning There are 2 referenda on the August ballot that would require legislative approval for state spending instead of being at the sole discretion of the Governor. Tracy and Rick discuss. With the Supreme Court closing session, Tracy asks Rick how political this court is.

Will Kamala Harris Energize Democrats? with Matt Smith - Full Show Jul 22, 2024

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How Midwestern Hospitality Helped Milwaukee Shine with Kristine Hillmer Jul 22, 2024

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