Matt Rothschild fills in for John and Gordy, diving into the Democratic candidates for Wisconsin's governorship. From Francesca Hong's whispery but substantial pitch to Sara Rodriguez's bold stance against Trump, each candidate brings their unique flair. County Exec David Crowley highlights the affordability crisis in education and housing. Kelda Roys bold ideas on state healthcare and pensions spark intrigue. Meanwhile, Nick Ramos from the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign warns of democracy's erosion under Trump's antics, as he cozies up to strongmen like Saudi's Crown Prince. It's a jam-packed episode with politics, poetry, and bird songs!

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