Guest host Tom Palsowicz examines the political landscape of Wisconsin, exploring the shifts in the recent elections. Show callers discuss the Democrats' stance on abortion and how they might need to pivot to find common ground with Republicans. State Senator Chris Larson joins the conversation, highlighting the historic gain of four Democratic seats in the Wisconsin State Senate, a potential game-changer in a historically tight state. Senator Larson explains crucial issues like the desperate need for fairer maps and the opportunity to improve public education funding. Larson also stresses the importance of addressing healthcare affordability and the benefits of expanding Medicaid. Tom and Senator Larson tackle the potential for common-sense gun laws and the pressing need to legalize marijuana, pointing out the lost revenue and the nonsensical nature of current laws. The episode underscores a potential shift in Wisconsin politics, urging for a proactive approach in tackling these pressing issues and leveraging the changes in political dynamics to benefit all Wisconsinites. The Maggie Daun Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 2-4 pm across the network. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and Instagram to keep up with Maggie and the show!