Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

Tracy Johnson is joined in-studio by Quinton Klabon and they begin by discussing the recent repeal of Act 10 by a Dane County judge, what it is, what it means for school districts and what can be done to help teachers and schools. -Tracy next asks Quinton about Milwaukee Public Schools and their search for the next superintendent, what they should be looking for in candidates and the need to balance focus on finances and academics. -Tracy and Quinton wrap things up on MPS and Tracy asks Quinton what he’s working on next. Tracy is next joined on the phone by Scott Manley, Executive Vice President of Government Relations at Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce to discuss the state of manufacturing in Wisconsin and the state of immigration in the U.S. as it pertains to the workforce in Wisconsin and the U.S. -Tracy asks Scott more about manufacturing and how the manufacturing of solar in China interferes with more independent, domestic energy like fossil fuels. The RNC host committee earned $92 million from the Republican national Convention, more than they originally expected; Tracy talks about the importance of the economic impact

Tracy is next joined on the phone by Scott Manley, Executive Vice President of Government Relations at Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce to discuss the state of manufacturing in Wisconsin and the state of immigration in the U.S. as it pertains to the workforce in Wisconsin and the U.S. Tracy asks Scott more about manufacturing and how the manufacturing of solar in China interferes with more independent, domestic energy like fossil fuels.

Tracy Johnson is joined in-studio by Quinton Klabon and they begin by discussing the recent repeal of Act 10 by a Dane County judge, what it is, what it means for school districts and what can be done to help teachers and schools. Tracy next asks Quinton about Milwaukee Public Schools and their search for the next superintendent, what they should be looking for in candidates and the need to balance focus on finances and academics. Tracy and Quinton wrap things up on MPS and Tracy asks Quinton what he’s working on next.

Tracy Johnson is joined on the phone by National Review writer Christian Schneider for his thoughts on Act 10 getting repealed by a Dane County judge last night and what could mean going forward. Tracy asks Christian about his latest piece on referenda mailers which to Christian is using tax money to raise taxes. -What's Christian Schneider working on next? Tracy Johnson is next joined by Urban Milwaukee President and Co-Founder Jeramey Jannene to discuss the aftermath of Election Day issues in Milwaukee’s Central Count and what can be done to improve and prevent a similar issue. -The City of Milwaukee has approved its’ budget and raised property taxes by about 2%. They discuss more on the city and county budgets. -Milwaukee County will vote to possibly raise the fee for ride sharing at Mitchell International Airport. Also, what’s Jeramey working on next?

Tracy Johnson is next joined by Urban Milwaukee President and Co-Founder Jeramey Jannene to discuss the aftermath of Election Day issues in Milwaukee’s Central Count and what can be done to improve and prevent a similar issue. The City of Milwaukee has approved its’ budget and raised property taxes by about 2%. They discuss more on the city and county budgets. Milwaukee County will vote to possibly raise the fee for ride sharing at Mitchell International Airport. Also, what’s Jeramey working on next?

Tracy Johnson is joined on the phone by National Review writer Christian Schneider for his thoughts on Act 10 getting repealed by a Dane County judge last night and what could mean going forward. Tracy asks Christian about his latest piece on referenda mailers which to Christian is using tax money to raise taxes. What's Christian Schneider working on next?

Tracy Johnson is in for Steve Scaffidi, and she is joined in-studio by CBS 58 political reporter AJ Bayatpour and they begin by talking about Joe Biden pardoning his son Hunter after saying he would not. They also discuss if this will affect his legacy. Tracy and AJ discuss more of president-elect Donald Trump’s picking Kash Patel for the FBI director and others as well as people still in office from his last administration getting replaced. Tracy quickly asks AJ what questions he would have for former U.S. Congressman from Wisconsin and Trump’s choice for transportation secretary Sean Duffy. Tracy and AJ next talk about another Wisconsinite going national as Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler recently announced his bid for the Democratic National Committee chair position. They discuss his chances, how the process works, who is replacement could be and more. “What should Wisconsin do with its’ budget surplus?” Tracy asks AJ this question as the budget cycle begins to reset for the state. What's AJ following this week?

Steve Scaffidi is joined by Public Safety Communications Expert Anne E. Schwartz, and they begin by discussing Milwaukee Police Department’s signing bonus incentive to help boost recruitment. -Anne E. Schwartz and Steve Scaffidi are joined on the phone by former Milwaukee Police Chief and current Fitchburg Police Chief Alfonso Morales to talk about the prevalence of Venezuelan gangs and drug cartels in the U.S., including Wisconsin. They also ask the chief about recruitment in Central Wisconsin and if it is similar to how it is in Milwaukee. -Steve asks Annie for some parting holiday words. Steve Scaffidi is joined on the phone by author Brian Reisinger to talk about bridging political divides when it comes to supporting family farms. -Steve asks Brian about the farm bill in the Senate, what he’s learned from his California experience and deer hunting Closing Thanksgiving thoughts...

Steve Scaffidi is joined on the phone by author Brian Reisinger to talk about bridging political divides when it comes to supporting family farms. Steve asks Brian about the farm bill in the Senate, what he’s learned from his California experience and deer hunting