Patty Schachtner

Julie Bosman, a Midwest correspondent for The New York Times, chats with Patty Schachtner, Wisconsin State Senator and chief medical officer, about the tumultuous days in rural Wisconsin during the pandemic. Schachtner shares her proactive measures in the face of community skepticism. They discuss the emotional toll on medical examiners and families dealing with loss. The conversation also touches on navigating health crises and the impact of political decisions on public health, revealing both resilience and challenges faced by rural communities.