A WPR reporter and a conservative political commenter join us to check in on where Robin Vos stands among Wisconsin Republicans. Then, the author of a new book shares why strongmen like Vladimir Putin gain power.
Featured in this Show
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What's next for Robin Vos after 2020 election decertification meeting
Wednesday, Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos met — and denied — activists bent on overturning the results of the 2020 presidential election. We talk about what happened, and the state of Vos’ political standing.
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How Putin's 'strongman' image attracts supporters in US politics
Vladimir Putin’s authoritarian government has admirers around the world, including the United States. The author of the book Strongman tells us why some leaders and activists in western democracies see Putin as a role model.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Trina La Susa Technical Director
- Tim Peterson Producer
- Rob Ferrett Producer
- Shawn Johnson Guest
- Charlie Sykes Guest
- Ruth Ben-Ghiat Guest
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