Before they stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, pro-Trump rioters devised their plan using social media. We learn how they connected online. Then, we discuss how Wisconsin compares to other states in vaccine rollout using the meager data available so far.
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Social Media’s Role In The Capitol Insurrection
The violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol was planned online weeks in advance. We talk about social media’s role in this national tragedy and whether attempts to regulate white supremacists online are too little too late.
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The Vaccine Rollout In Wisconsin Versus Other States
Earlier this month, federal data showed Wisconsin’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout was lagging behind other Midwestern states. We get the latest data snapshot and explore the pitfalls in comparing how quickly states are inoculating their residents.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Keegan Kyle Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Shannon McGregor Guest
- Will Cushman Guest
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