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Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

Hosted by Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey, Point Taken is for the politically curious and self described political junkie. Steve & Kristin explore, debate, & offer insight into the world of Wisconsin & national politics.

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31:07

The Political Power Legal Hour - Full Show w/ Kristin...

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2024/12/05

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31:02

Policies Affecting Businesses and Schools - Full Show

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2024/12/04

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

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13:17

Immigration Policy and Wisconsin's Workforce with...

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2024/12/04

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.

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15:18

The Search for MPS's Next Superintendent with Quinton...

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2024/12/04

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

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32:33

Your Taxes Promting More Tax Increases - Full Show

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2024/12/03

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

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16:23

MKE's Ride Share Fee Change with Jeramey Jannene

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2024/12/03

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

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14:58

What Act 10's Repeal Could Lead to with Christian...

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2024/12/03

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?

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34:06

All the Breaking News from Thanksgiving Weekend -...

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2024/12/02

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

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33:00

Plights of Wisconsin Police and Farmers - Full Show

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2024/11/27

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

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11:55

Apathy of the Farm Bill with Brian Reisinger

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2024/11/27

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

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10:55

The Rise of Gangs in Wisconsin and Beyond with Chief...

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2024/11/27

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.

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34:50

From Local to National - Full Show

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2024/11/26

Steve Scaffidi is joined by Urban Milwaukee president and reporter Jeramey Jannene, and they discuss Milwaukee’s need for police officers, why we haven’t gotten any and how the city plans to incentivize recruitment. -The I-794 Saga Continues; Jeramey explains to Steve about the current report to redesign the freeway that cuts through downtown Milwaukee. -A fixable issue? Jeramey next explains to Steve about the requested audit on the Milwaukee County prison after several deaths occurred at the

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16:11

So, Matt Gaetz is on Cameo Now... with Christian...

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2024/11/26

Steve Scaffidi is next joined on the phone by National Review writer Christian Schneider and they talk about Donald Trump’s transition to his second term and the obstacles he may face including Senator Mitch McConnell. They also talk about Trump possibly going after political opponents. Matt Gaetz: From Attorney General to Cameo? Steve discusses the future of the former congressman with Christian as well as other cabinet picks from Trump. Steve lastly asks Christian about DOGE and Elon Musk and

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17:44

Inside the I-794 Report with Jeramey Jannene

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2024/11/26

Steve Scaffidi is joined by Urban Milwaukee president and reporter Jeramey Jannene, and they discuss Milwaukee’s need for police officers, why we haven’t gotten any and how the city plans to incentivize recruitment. The I-794 Saga Continues; Jeramey explains to Steve about the current report to redesign the freeway that cuts through downtown Milwaukee. A fixable issue? Jeramey next explains to Steve about the requested audit on the Milwaukee County prison after several deaths occurred at the

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33:30

Will Joe Biden pardon His Son? - Full Show

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2024/11/25

Steve Scaffidi is joined in-studio by former Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter Bill Glauber, and they begin by discussing the media’s coverage of Donald Trump and his transition to his second presidential term; they also discuss if it will be different than his first term. Steve asks Bill his favorite toy/Christmas gift (he’s Jewish). They also discuss Matt Gaetz political future now that he’s out as Attorney General. Steve and Bill talk about him and many more of Trump’s cabinet picks. Are

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32:42

Inside the Trump Mandate - Full Show

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2024/11/22

The Trump Mandate: Tracy Johnson is in for Steve Scaffidi, and she is joined by Republican strategist Bill McCoshen to talk about “the Trump mandate” Bill explains what that means and talks about the Republican wins throughout the country. They also discuss Matt Gaetz withdrawing from Attorney General consideration and Donald Trump’s new pick Pam Bondi as well as his other cabinet picks. Tracy and Bill discuss Trump picking Wisconsin’s own Sean Duffy as the country’s transportation secretary. Bill

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2:43

Grab bags: Back to the Dark Side

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2024/11/22

GRAB BAGS Bill says let’s get politics out of the classroom Tracy brings up Jackson Sparks who died in the Waukesha Christmas parade tragedy at the age of 8.

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4:19

Junking Late Vote Counting - Political Junkie PowerPoint

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2024/11/22

Political Junkie PowerPoint Bill is junking states that are still counting their ballots like California and Arizona. Bill is keeping family. Tacy is junking Trump shaming in the media like the hosts of Morning Joe. Tracy is keeping transparency with the ne new DOGE government department.

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30:21

What Trump Says About Our Culture - Full Show

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2024/11/21

The weather is rough but so is the lead up to Trump’s second term in office. Former Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Mary Kuhnmuench joins Steve Scaffidi to talk about the election and Trump’s cabinet picks. Reading from a listener's question, Steve asks Judge Mary if the Trump administration will dismantle the federal civil service system. What does Trump’s election say about our culture? Will we see a revision of how the government does things? Is free public education in the U.S. over

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3:17

Closing Arguments: Be Thankful for This Great Country

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2024/11/21

“If your friends all jumped off the Brooklyn Bridge would you do it too?” “If I have to pay more for eggs then so be it.”

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