A retracted story from CNN led to the resignation of three reporters and more criticisms of the media from the White House. We discuss how accuracy and accountability is figuring into politics and news reporting in the Trump Era. Plus, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan gives us an update on what’s happening on the floor of Congress. And details on a fresh cyber attack making the rounds on the Internet and affecting global businesses.
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The cyberattack, dubbed “Petya”, infiltrated computers throughout Europe and hit Ukraine particularly hard. Cyber security expert Debbie Perouli joins us to talk about “Petya” and why these attacks may become more frequent.
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Why Congressman Mark Pocan Believes The GOP Health Care Bill Is Bad For Wisconsin
Democratic Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02), tells us why he believes the GOP health care bill court hurt Wisconsinites, and why he supported Senator Ron Johnson’s (R-Wis) decision to hold out on voting for it.
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Media, Politics, And Accountability After A CNN Retraction
After the retraction of a CNN story and the ensuing resignation of three journalists, a media expert looks at the press and accountability while covering an often-hostile administration.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
- Haleema Shah Producer
- Rob Ferrett Producer
- Debbie Perouli Guest
- Mark Pocan Guest
- Jim Warren Guest
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