A pair of food bank leaders tell us how their work around Wisconsin is continuing during the coronavirus pandemic. Then we talk with a medical historian about riots that took place in Milwaukee around smallpox at the end of the 19th century. And our weekly roundup of top Washington stories includes a look at Joe Biden’s potential running mates.
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How Wisconsin Food Banks Are Doing Amid Coronavirus
We talk to two Wisconsin food bank leaders about how those resources are faring and continuing to provide for others during the pandemic.
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The History Of The 1894 Smallpox Riots In Milwaukee
The protests to reopen Wisconsin aren’t the first time the state has seen a backlash to aggressive public health measures. We talk to a medical historian about the 1894 smallpox riots in Milwaukee, and what lessons we can learn from them.
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This Week In Washington – May 13, 2020
The House has released its plan for another round of coronavirus-related relief spending for businesses and the health care system. We find out what’s in it, and why it may not have a smooth path forward. We also get the latest on former Vice President Joe Biden’s search for a running mate.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Tim Peterson Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Patti Habeck Guest
- Stephanie Jung Dorfman Guest
- Judith Walzer Leavitt Guest
- Scott Wong Guest
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