We learn more about how human trafficking is a serious, if not readily visible issue in Wisconsin. Then we hear how the number of rural taverns in our state is on the decline, and what that means. And we discuss overcrowded migrant detention centers as part of This Week in Washington.
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Human Trafficking In Wisconsin
Cases of human trafficking have been recorded in every Wisconsin county, but the issue remains largely unseen by the public. We talk to an expert with the Department of Children and Families to learn more about the forms trafficking takes in Wisconsin and how to recognize it.
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Why Are Wisconsin's Rural Taverns Disappearing?
Numbers from the Tavern League of Wisconsin show the state has lost thousands of taverns since the 1990s. We talk to a researcher from UW-Eau Claire who took a closer look at what the trend means for the state’s rural taverns, and specifically changes in Marshfield, Wis.
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This Week In Washington – June 26, 2019
Twenty Democratic candidates for president will take part in the campaign’s first debates over the next two nights. We discuss what to watch for. We also check up on the legislative responses to overcrowding at migrant detention centers.
Episode Credits
- J. Carlisle Larsen Host
- Chris Malina Host
- Lucas Johnson Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Danielle Melfi Guest
- Ryan Weichelt Guest
- Daniel Newhauser Guest
- Ginger Gibson Guest
- Rachael Vasquez Interviewer
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