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 […]

Jun 22, 2024

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/

Jun 8, 2024

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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 […]

Guests: Marcelia Nicholson, Mark Thomsen, Sarah Harrison

Jun 1, 2024

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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 […]

May 25, 2024

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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 […]

May 18, 2024

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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 […]

Mar 2, 2024

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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 […]

Feb 24, 2024

In this revisit of the great interview held last year, Mark speaks with Mellisa Temple, a local teacher whose firing in Waukesha drew national attention.

Feb 17, 2024

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Att. Mark Thomsen is joined by Democratic Minority leader Rep. Greta Neubauer and Nick Ramos, executive director of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign to discuss the upcoming changes in Wisconsin’s maps, “silly season”, and voting trends across the state.

Jan 22, 2024

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Mark Thomsen is joined by Milwaukee’s mayor Cavalier Johnson and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley on this day memorializing the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr. as well as the future they envision for Milwaukee and beyond.

Jan 15, 2024

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