The Paul Revere Show

Wisconsin's Attorney General Josh Kaul and Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez join Mark Thomsen today. On the board: how our state leaders are working to keep our elections safe and keep us moving forward! Josh talks with Mark about the importance of maintaining free and fair elections. Including providing proper security and safety measures for those who run our elections. Attorney General Kaul i...

Folks, we are less than 4 weeks from the voting deadline in the most important election of the century. Yes, we say that most elections. And it's never been more true. With our very democracy on the line, you must participate in this election cycle. Kristin Hansen, President of Blue Sky Waukesha and Sam Liebert, Wisconsin Director of All Voting is Local join Mark to talk about the unique stakes of...

We all do better when we all do better. A simple statement. And one we much repeat often to ourselves and our elected officials. It's the only way we can ALL move FORWARD! Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of AFL-CIO Wisconsin , joins Mark to share why AFL-CIO endorses Kamala Harris for President. As AFL-CIO WI works hard to make life better for working people, Stephanie recounts the Biden-Harris...

Attorney Mark Thomsen talks with Congressional candidate Peter Barca and current representative of the 20th AD, Christine Sinicki. Peter Barca is the Democratic candidate for Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District. He has a long legislative career spanning three decades. Peter served for 7 years as the Assembly Minority Leader. And serve is the right word for what Peter does. His policies stem fro...

Kamala Harris said it simply and surely: we are NOT going back. We ARE going forward! Attorney Mark Thomsen talks with four women today about the absolute necessity to elect our first female president. Not only is Kamala Harris merited for President as an individual, we MUST act to restore the rights of all women to make appropriate decisions for themselves, regardless of their home state in this...

Unfair gerrymandered legislative maps denied Wisconsinites true choice for our representatives in Madison for too long. Now, we the voters regain control over choosing who will write our laws. This week on the Paul Revere Show, we have two incredible guests dedicated to seeing Wisconsin voters make their voices heard. Jay Heck is the executive director of Common Cause Wisconsin. Jay walks us throu...

Folks, it has been an exciting week! Beginning with President Biden's courageous and patriotic decision to withdraw from his re-election campaign on Sunday, the 2024 Presidential race has completely changed. As Kamala Harris has secured enough support to earn the Democratic nomination, the energy is absolutely electrifying. Attorney Mark Thomsen talks with LuAnn Bird and Sarah Harrison , candidate...

Folks, we've heard a lot this week about the need for our voting systems to be secure. Unfortunately, the people calling for "securing" our elections want to do that by suppressing as many votes they disagree with as possible. Not to worry, we're joined by Jeff Mandell, general counsel for Law Forward and Matt Moreno, chair of the Waukesha County Dems . Jeff, Matt, and your host Attorney Mark Thom...

Folks, it's election season. Today, Mark Thomsen interviews Sam Liebert and Katrina Shankland. Wisconsin's Fall Primary is August 13th, 2024. Whether you plan to vote on election day, to mail in your ballot, or to cast your ballot in a safe, WI Supreme Court sanctioned drop box, make a plan and VOTE. Sam Liebert is the WI director of All Voting is Local, a non-partisan, nonprofit national with cha...

In this impactful episode of "The Paul Revere Show," host Mark Thompson welcomes back Reverend Greg Lewis and Jarrod Anderson. Reverend Greg Lewis, the executive director of Souls to the Polls Wisconsin . They discuss the organization's mission to educate and empower communities about the importance of voting and civic engagement. Reverend Lewis shares valuable insights on how Souls to the Polls i...

Jack Heck of Common Cause Wisconsin joins Mark to discuss the pressing issues. Jay provides a deep dive into the corrupting influence of special interest money and the impact of the Citizens United Supreme Court decision. They explore the history of campaign finance reform in Wisconsin, the dismantling of the Government Accountability Board, and the urgent need to overturn Citizens United to resto...

Mark Thomsen is joined by Kristin Hansen of Blue Sky Waukesha as well as Sam Liebert from All Voting Is Local in the lead up to a big political summer here in Wisconsin Kristin Hansen , President of Blue Sky Waukesha: https://www.blueskywaukesha.org/ Sam Liebert , Wisconsin Director of All Voting Is Local: https://allvotingislocal.org/

Mark's talking with two guests today about how our great state is continually moving Forward!. First up is Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors. She comes from a background of education and brings a focus on equity initiatives to the county board. Marcelia emphasizes that we all do better when we all do better and when we work together forwards toward good. Fo...

With guest, Wisconsin State Representative for the 18th Assembly District and newly elected Milwaukee City Attorney, Evan Goyke. Mark gently cross examines Evan on what exactly a City Attorney does day to day. From building permits to working with law enforcement on drug control and other major issues facing the state's largest city, Evan breaks down how vital the work he does with as City Attorne...

Mark Thomsen returns to airwaves in this triumphant candidacy announcement with Dora Drake, candidate for 4th Senate District. Dora is currently in the assembly and now sets her sights on the Senate. The conversation takes a deep dive into the special election for Wisconsin's 4th Senate District, set for July 30th, 2024. Drake, running for this significant seat, outlines the unique challenges and...

In this thought-provoking episode, attorney Mark Thomsen and AFL-CIO Wisconsin head Stephanie Bloomingdale delve into the profound impact of new electoral maps on Wisconsin's future and the revitalization of organized labor. They explore how these maps signal a beacon of hope for hardworking Wisconsinites, offering a fresh opportunity to reclaim rights and advantages that have been eroded over the...

In this pivotal episode of the Paul Revere show, host Mark Thomsen and special guest Ben Wikler, chairperson of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, dive into the historic moment for democracy in Wisconsin with the signing of new state legislative maps. Celebrating a milestone in the fight for fair representation, they discuss the journey to dismantle gerrymandered maps that skewed the democratic pr...

In this revisit of the great interview held last year, Mark speaks with Mellisa Temple, a local teacher whose firing in Waukesha drew national attention.

Att. Mark Thomsen is joined by Democratic Minority leader Rep. Greta Neubauer and Nick Ramos, executive director of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign to discuss the upcoming changes in Wisconsin's maps, "silly season", and voting trends across the state.

Mark Thomsen is joined by Milwaukee's mayor Cavalier Johnson and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley on this day memorializing the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr. as well as the future they envision for Milwaukee and beyond.

Join Mark Thomsen and his guest, Senator Chris Larson, as they discuss their reflections 3 years and 2 days after the Jan 6th anniversary.

In this engaging podcast episode, Attorney Craig Mast steps in for regular host Attorney Mark Thompson, and they are joined by special guest Reggie Moore, the Director of Community Safety Policy and Engagement at the Medical College of Wisconsin. The conversation kicks off by exploring Reggie's current role at the Medical College of Wisconsin, focusing on his transition from the city to his presen...

Attorney Mark Thompsen is holding court today with Jay Heck of Common Cause WI, a non-partisan cause-centered group.

Before Thanksgiving break, Mark Thomsen is joined by Sarah Harrison, LuAnn Bird, and Matt Mareno to discuss gerrymandering, voting, charity, and more.

Mark Thompsen is joined by Rep. Greta Neubauer as well as Dr. Kraig of Citizen Action to discuss how Wisconsin is moving forward!