Following her success in last week’s election, Kelda Roys is poised to serve as state senator of the western half of Madison. We learn about her priorities for the 26th District. Then, we hear about a recent outbreak of COVID-19 at Wisconsin Veterans Homes and discuss other issues affecting veterans.
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State Capitol Report: Senator-Elect Kelda Roys Discusses Plans For 26th District
Kelda Roys beat out six other Democratic candidates to become the state senator-elect of Wisconsin’s 26th District, which covers the western half of Madison. We discuss her legislative goals as she positions herself to fill the seat held by outgoing Sen. Fed Risser, the longest-serving lawmaker in U.S. history.
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State Capitol Report: COVID-19 Hits Veterans Homes
The Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs joins the program to discuss pandemic response efforts and COVID-19 cases at Wisconsin Veterans Homes. We also look at recent protests around military monuments.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Laura Pavin Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Kelda Helen Roys Guest
- Mary Kolar Guest
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