We look at the role dollar stores play in food deserts, and what happens when they leave. Then, we talk about the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling against religious tax exemptions for the Catholic Charities Bureau. And, we talk to the author of a new book about John F. Kennedy’s 1960 primary campaign in Wisconsin.
Featured in this Episode
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The role of dollar stores in food deserts
Nearly 1,000 dollar stores are closing across the country, including in Wisconsin. We look at how dollar stores have contributed to food deserts, and what happens to a community when they leave.
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Wisconsin Supreme Court rules against Catholic Charities
Last week, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled in a 4-3 decision that the charitable arm of the Catholic Diocese in Superior is not exempt from paying into the state’s unemployment insurance system. We talk to an expert on religion and the law about the arguments behind the case, and where the ruling might lead.
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When JFK came to Wisconsin
The author of a new book about John F. Kennedy’s 1960 primary campaign in Wisconsin shares the story behind this historic win—and the Wisconsinites who helped make it happen.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Allison Karpyn Guest
- Adam Kunz Guest
- B.J. Hollars Guest
- Tim Peterson Executive Producer
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
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