More fabrication labs are showing up in Wisconsin schools, providing a multitude of creative options for students. We hear about why they’re on the rise in the state. Plus, we talk with a Wisconsin woman chosen to be the national commander of the American Legion. We also discuss the top national stories of the week, including discussions on gun control and the Iran nuclear deal.
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This Week In Washington – October 4, 2017
In our weekly recap of national politics, we look at President Trump’s controversial remarks in Puerto Rico, and look at how lawmakers are talking about gun control legislation in the wake of the mass shooting in Las Vegas.
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Wisconsin leads the nation in bringing fabrication labs into public schools. We hear about a school district in northern Wisconsin that built first K-12 fab lab in the state, and how it has transformed the way kids are learning.
Do you have a fab lab in your child’s school? Would you like to see one built in your school district?
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The American Legion's New National Commander Is A Woman From Wisconsin
For the first time in its 99-year history, the American Legion members have elected a woman as their national commander. We talk with Wisconsinite Denise Rohan about her goals for her tenure at the top of the 2.3 million member organization.
Are you a member of the American Legion? What would you like to see National Commander Rohan take on? Her theme for the year is “Family First” — what does that mean to you in the context of the Legion and its programs?
Let us know by emailing ideas@wpr.org
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Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Haleema Shah Producer
- Karl Christenson Producer
- Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
- Scott Wong Guest
- Dr. Steven Yahr Guest
- Gene Welhoefer Guest
- National Commander Denise Rohan Guest
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