Changing workplace dress codes, Republican bill to punish colleges for free speech violations

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Bascom Hall on the UW-Madison campus in Madison
Bascom Hall on the UW-Madison campus in Madison, Wis. Richard Hurd (CC BY)

A Republican bill in the state legislature would punish public universities if they violate students’ free speech rights. We find out more about what the bill would change and hear about one group’s support of it. We also talk about why more workplaces are relaxing their dress codes.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Richelle Wilson Producer
  • Rich Kremer Guest
  • Joe Cohn Guest
  • Linda Przybyszewski Guest

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