The Paul Revere Show
Listen Live: Saturday 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Host: Mark Thomsen
You’re now part of the resistance. Join Mark Thomsen, attorney and WI Elections Commissioner, in heeding the call! Saturdays at 3 we will be discussing the perilous position Wisconsin finds itself in. We’ll talk about what’s at risk, meet the players on both sides, and tell YOU how you can do your part in fostering a free, fair and robust elections system in the state- and eventually, the nation.
Folks, we’ve heard a lot this week about the need for our voting systems to be secure. Unfortunately, the people calling for “securing” our elections want to do that by suppressing as many votes they disagree with as possible. Not to worry, we’re joined by Jeff Mandell, general counsel for Law Forward and Matt Moreno, […]
Folks, it’s election season. Today, Mark Thomsen interviews Sam Liebert and Katrina Shankland. Wisconsin’s Fall Primary is August 13th, 2024. Whether you plan to vote on election day, to mail in your ballot, or to cast your ballot in a safe, WI Supreme Court sanctioned drop box, make a plan and VOTE. Sam Liebert is […]
In this impactful episode of “The Paul Revere Show,” host Mark Thompson welcomes back Reverend Greg Lewis and Jarrod Anderson. Reverend Greg Lewis, the executive director of Souls to the Polls Wisconsin. They discuss the organization’s mission to educate and empower communities about the importance of voting and civic engagement. Reverend Lewis shares valuable insights […]
Jack Heck of Common Cause Wisconsin joins Mark to discuss the pressing issues. Jay provides a deep dive into the corrupting influence of special interest money and the impact of the Citizens United Supreme Court decision. They explore the history of campaign finance reform in Wisconsin, the dismantling of the Government Accountability Board, and the […]
Mark Thomsen is joined by Kristin Hansen of Blue Sky Waukesha as well as Sam Liebert from All Voting Is Local in the lead up to a big political summer here in Wisconsin Kristin Hansen, President of Blue Sky Waukesha: https://www.blueskywaukesha.org/ Sam Liebert, Wisconsin Director of All Voting Is Local: https://allvotingislocal.org/
Mark’s talking with two guests today about how our great state is continually moving Forward!. First up is Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors. She comes from a background of education and brings a focus on equity initiatives to the county board. Marcelia emphasizes that we all do better when we […]
With guest, Wisconsin State Representative for the 18th Assembly District and newly elected Milwaukee City Attorney, Evan Goyke. Mark gently cross examines Evan on what exactly a City Attorney does day to day. From building permits to working with law enforcement on drug control and other major issues facing the state’s largest city, Evan breaks […]
Mark Thomsen returns to airwaves in this triumphant candidacy announcement with Dora Drake, candidate for 4th Senate District. Dora is currently in the assembly and now sets her sights on the Senate. The conversation takes a deep dive into the special election for Wisconsin’s 4th Senate District, set for July 30th, 2024. Drake, running for […]
In this thought-provoking episode, attorney Mark Thomsen and AFL-CIO Wisconsin head Stephanie Bloomingdale delve into the profound impact of new electoral maps on Wisconsin’s future and the revitalization of organized labor. They explore how these maps signal a beacon of hope for hardworking Wisconsinites, offering a fresh opportunity to reclaim rights and advantages that have […]
In this pivotal episode of the Paul Revere show, host Mark Thomsen and special guest Ben Wikler, chairperson of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, dive into the historic moment for democracy in Wisconsin with the signing of new state legislative maps. Celebrating a milestone in the fight for fair representation, they discuss the journey to […]
