

Donald Trump fired the man who likely saved his life; U.S. may never fully recover from Trump's cuts
35 snips Apr 3, 2025
Ben Wickler, Chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, discusses the recent Supreme Court victory in Wisconsin that could reshape future elections. He shares insights on grassroots mobilization against Trump's controversial policies, revealing strategies for sustaining momentum. The conversation turns to the disastrous impact of Trump's cuts on public health and safety programs, emphasizing potential long-term consequences for U.S. medical infrastructure. Wickler also critiques the hollow praises from Trump regarding women's health amid these significant service reductions.
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Wisconsin Supreme Court Election
- Wisconsin Governor Tim Walz encouraged Wisconsinites to focus on the state Supreme Court election.
- The Democratic-backed candidate, Susan Crawford, won by a significant margin.
Crawford's Victory
- Susan Crawford faced a campaign with unprecedented funding from Elon Musk and other billionaires.
- Despite being outspent, she won by a landslide due to grassroots organizing and public outrage over Musk's involvement.
Impact of Cuts
- Recent cuts endanger American lives.
- These cuts will have repercussions for decades if not rescinded.