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Battleground Wisconsin

Brian Wooldridge
Badgercare Public Option
Public Education Funding
Living Wage
Wisconsin
Minimum Wage
Data Centers
Medicaid Expansion (badgercare)
Wisconsin Politics
Milwaukee Public Schools
Marquette Poll
Governor's Race (wisconsin)
Citizen Action Of Wisconsin
May Day
Wisconsin Budget Surplus
Gerrymandering
Milwaukee Area Service and Hospitality Union (MASH)
Renewable Energy
$20 Minimum Wage
Data Centers In Wisconsin
Law Forward

Battleground Wisconsin is Citizen Action of Wisconsin’s weekly podcast that features the latest political news from the front lines in the embattled state of Wisconsin. The show features: · Robert Kraig, Executive Director, Citizen Action of Wisconsin · Matt Brusky, Deputy Director, Citizen Action of Wisconsin . Claire Zautke, Health Care for All Director

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Welcome to June, it’s Pride Month! We encourage our listeners to RSVP to Citizen Action’s Annual Meeting this Saturday, at 10am. Robert gives us the latest tick report amid national concern about tick-borne illnesses. Spurred by global warming, tick ... more

Following the tick report, we dive into a wild week for MAGA lackey Tom Tiffany who said he was open to Trump slush fund payouts to January 6th insurrectionists and those who attempted to illegally overturn an election. In addition, Tiffany admitted ... more

This Memorial Weekend we open with Robert’s tick report, which finds the nation experiencing a surge in tick bites and news that half of deer ticks tested in Sconie carry Lyme disease. After touching on the spectacular crash and burn of the Evers/Vos... more

We discuss the failed State Budget surplus deal that left few happy, under cut the next Governor, and left most wondering who asked for it? What does the deal say about Evers’ relationship with fellow Democrats? Is the divide really just a crystalliz... more

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Recent Guests

Christine Neuman Ortiz
Executive Director of Voces de la Frontera
Voces de la Frontera
Episode: May Day 2026
Francesca Hong
State Representative, candidate for governor
Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor
Episode: Battleground Wisconsin Podcast Special Edition: Governor's Candidate Forum
David Crowley
County Executive, Milwaukee County
Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor
Episode: Battleground Wisconsin Podcast Special Edition: Governor's Candidate Forum
Kelda Royce
Candidate for governor
Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor
Episode: Battleground Wisconsin Podcast Special Edition: Governor's Candidate Forum
Mandela Barnes
Former Lieutenant Governor, candidate for governor
Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor
Episode: Battleground Wisconsin Podcast Special Edition: Governor's Candidate Forum
Missy Hughes
Former state official, candidate for governor
Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor
Episode: Battleground Wisconsin Podcast Special Edition: Governor's Candidate Forum
Joel Brennan
Former Secretary of the Department of Administration, candidate for governor
Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor
Episode: Battleground Wisconsin Podcast Special Edition: Governor's Candidate Forum
Sandy Pasch
Former state representative, on the Citizen Action Wisconsin board
Citizen Action Wisconsin
Episode: Always Organizing
Mark Rice
Leader on criminal justice reform with Wisdom Wisconsin
Wisdom Wisconsin
Episode: Always Organizing

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Existential crisis in WI that yet, needs MORE coverage!!!

    Given the title of this podcast, this would be a GREAT platform to have Ben Wikler from WisDems on to discuss the current idea that is being floated thru out the R legislators, and how Ben was on MSNBC last nite on the call to action for WI folks to know about the most current fascist power grab w/ re: to possible impeachment of Justice Janet P. This is a horrific situation, and it needs MAXIMAL exposure, maximal calls for action, etc. Ben outlined a plan to contact the voters that voted for her... more

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    5
    Sagely Warrior ML
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Excellent info and glad I found you guys! I don’t know how I missed this, as I am not only a WI gal but very involved in state politics, volunteering, etc and I try to keep up w/ WI news & politics. It had been quite depressing for a long time to keep up w/ all the GOP assaults here and I DO feel a recent surge of potential opportunities towards greater democracy in WI, esp w/ the recent win of Judge Janet…I mean Justice-Elect Janet P. Fair maps, women’s rights, climate action and legal weed are... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sagely Warrior ML
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Excellent info and glad I found you guys! I don’t know how I missed this, as I am not only a WI gal but very involved in state politics, volunteering, etc and I try to keep up w/ WI news & politics. It had been quite depressing for a long time to keep up w/ all the GOP assaults here and I DO feel a recent surge of potential opportunities towards greater democracy in WI, esp w/ the recent win of Judge Janet…I mean Justice-Elect Janet P. Fair maps, women’s rights, climate action and legal weed are... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sagely Warrior ML
    United States3 years ago
  • Audio is muffled

    Hard to listen to as the audio is muffled

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    fireman2208
    United States6 years ago
  • Yes!!!

    Progressives in WI: there’s more of us! You’re not the only one in your town! This show keeps up with national and Wisco news, promoting donation funds, contacting your reps, and making you feel involved.

    Apple Podcasts
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    jbyrd2973
    United States7 years ago

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Guests and hosts are viewed as credible, with strong on-the-ground organizing experience.
Listeners praise actionable policy discussion and calls to action for organizing.
Some critics see the show as highly partisan but informative for supporters of progressive causes.
Audience appreciates deep dives into local policy impacts on families and communities.

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Organizing Worker Power & Political Expectations
Q: What about public leverage in price setting and governmental roles in labor markets?
Peter discusses using government leverage (e.g., wage floors, local control, sectoral bargaining) to counterbalance corporate power, and the hosts highlight the broader context of how policy choices shape labor power.
Organizing Worker Power & Political Expectations
Q: Why is the Milwaukee County Board President presiding over a card count? What could that be about?
Host asks about procedural leverage and why a public official is involved in card-count processes; Peter explains leverage comes from public policy tools like wage floors and how public bodies can influence labor outcomes, emphasizing the need to balance power between workers and capital.
Public money for NIL, as public schools make cuts
Q: How can listeners get involved with the BadgerCare Public Option campaign?
Kristie Tweed outlines contacting local organizers via the campaign website, calling her directly at 608-317-1331, or emailing kristie.tweed at citizenactionwi.org; she also mentions town halls and media events across the state as entry points for participation.

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What is Battleground Wisconsin about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Wisconsin-focused political show that centers on organizing, policy, and governance with a progressive tilt. Episodes frequently tackle public education funding, healthcare policy (notably BadgerCare Public Option and Medicaid expansion), living wages, data-center regulation, and electoral reform, often through the lens of grassroots organizing and coalition building. The hosts' analysis highlights the connections between state budget choices, democracy, and long-term funding for public services, while featuring guest voices from unions and advocacy groups to illuminate on-the-ground organizing and policy strategy. A standout characteristic is its emphasis on how local action—town halls, mobilization campaigns, and coalition building—can ... more

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Recent guests on Battleground Wisconsin include:

1. Christine Neuman Ortiz
2. Francesca Hong
3. David Crowley
4. Kelda Royce
5. Mandela Barnes
6. Missy Hughes
7. Joel Brennan
8. Sandy Pasch

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