Today Randy Radtke, President of the North Central Wisconsin Labor Council, reflects on labor's evolution, highlighting a newfound appreciation for unions amid historical challenges. He critiques anti-union policies like Wisconsin's Act 10 and the 'right to work' laws, urging political candidates to prioritize workers' rights in upcoming elections. Meanwhile, Wausau's political scene heats up as the ethics board pushes forward with an investigation into Mayor Doug Diny's Dropbox removal, amid legal wranglings and potential DOJ involvement. The episode wraps with a preview of Wausau's Labor Day Parade and upcoming community events.

You can hear and watch our unedited discussion with Randy Radtke at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpgNFOcFI0c