Over the last decade, union membership in Wisconsin has dropped, with some pointing the finger at Governor Scott Walker’s Act 10 legislation, as well as the state’s right-to-work law. We look at the current state of Wisconsin’s unions, including a current fight between Harley Davidson and the United Steelworkers union. We als talk with Wisconsin’s new Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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What's The Future Of Unions In Wisconsin?
Harley-Davidson employees who are members of the United Steelworkers are under negotiations with their employer after rejecting a 5-year contract the company put forward. We look at the state of unions and the future of right-to-work law in Wisconsin.
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Update With Wisconsin's Department Of The VA Secretary Mary Kolar
Wisconsin’s new Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs joins us to discuss her priorities for the position and her goals for the department. We’ll also check in on the challenges and opportunities for Wisconsin’s vets.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Jon Shelton Guest
- Mary Kolar Guest
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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