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You’re now part of the resistance. Join Mark Thomsen, attorney and WI Elections Commissioner, in heeding the call! Saturdays at 3 we will be discussing the perilous position Wisconsin finds itself in. We’ll talk about what’s at risk, meet the players on both sides, and tell YOU how you can do your part in fostering a free, fair and robust elections system in the state- and eventually, the nation.

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Oct 19, 2024

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Episodes

Recovering Democracy with Ben Wikler 07.11.2023

Democratic Chair Ben Wikler joins Attorney Mark Thompsen exactly 1 year before the 2024 Presidential election. Is this enough time to secure the seat for Biden? Find out on today's show. Listener Note: The last 30 minutes of today's show are a rebroadcast of last week's second interview with Senator Czarnecki.

Getting Souls to the Polls and Polls That Count 24.10.2023

Mark Thompsen joins us after a week off to discuss the needs of the local voting communities with Pastor Gregory Lewis of Souls to the Polls Wisconsin. In the 2nd half, Joe Czarnezki joins us to discuss his recent departure from the Wisconsin Elections Commission.

Safeguarding Health and Home 03.10.2023

Guests: Sheldon Wassermann and Mark Two great guests, two huge topics. Firstly, Sheldon Wassermann joins us to discuss the ongoing battle to have stronger consequences against doctor's who cause harm as well as advocating for mental health care for inmates. In the second half, Congressman Mark Pocan joins us to discuss the ongoing budget crisis.

Stephanie Bloomingdale of the ALF-CIO 26.09.2023

Mark is joined by Stephanie Bloomingdale of the ALF-CIO as well as Dr. Robert Kraig of Citizen Action to discuss the ongoing strikes and impeachment around the US and Wisconsin.

Moving Forward With Jay Heck 19.09.2023

Attorney Mark Thompson is joined by Jay Heck of Common Cause Wisconsin to discuss where voters right's stand in the current state of Wisconsin.

The Current Issues with guests Greta Neubauer and Debra Cronmiller 12.09.2023

Attorney Mark Thompsen broadcasts this week with two important perspectives on the issues facing Wisconsin votes this fall with Democratic Minority Leader Greta Neubauer and Debra Cronmille, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin, Inc

Waukesha Dems Are Making National Waves 29.08.2023

Matt Mareno is back to discuss the formula that's getting Waukesha Dems nation attention, and why its working for them ,alongside LuAnn Bird of Bird on a Wire to discuss her ongoing show and previous bid for office. Guests: Matt Mareno , LuAnn Bird

Moving Wisconsin Forward with Senator Melissa Agard 22.08.2023

In a hot week, both in temperatures and politics, Mark Thomsen offers his cool and collected takes alongside Senator Melissa Agard.

Mellissa Temple, Former Waukesha Teacher 08.08.2023

You've heard everyone else's take on the issue of the Rainbowland Song controversy. Now, hear it from the source herself. Mellissa Temple speaks here with Mark Thomsen on her recent firing, her rights, and our communities' fears surrounding the dark path WisRed is taking the local school boards down.

Singling Out Milwaukee, Throwing Out Justice 25.07.2023

Guest host Craig Mastantuono is joined by the now-former Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission (FPC) Chair Ed Fallone to discuss the ongoing shared revenue issue, as well as Shannon Ross of The Community, discussing how to change the narrative in community discussions involving formerly incarcerated people.  

Discussing Milwaukee with Guest Host Craig Mastantuoto 18.07.2023

Mark is off this week, so taking up the reins of The Paul Revere Hour is guest host Craig Mastantuoto joined by Wisconsin's 18th Rep. Evan Goyke.

Reorienting Local Control 11.07.2023

Mark is joined by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff to discuss the wide range of political issues relevant to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and beyond.

2023-06-26 Paul Revere Show 27.06.2023

Attorney Mark Thomsen is joined by LuAnn Bird of Bird on a Wire Podcast and Marcelia Nicholson, Chairwoman of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors to continue the discussion around democracy and civic engagement.

Sharing More About Shared Revenue 13.06.2023

JoCasta Zamarripa and Rep, Ryan Clancy join Attorney Mark Thomsen to discuss the continuing situation around the current Wisconsin state budget surplus of $7+ Billion dollars of surplus revenue.

Safe Schools and Balancing Budgets 06.06.2023

Dave Dringenburg of the Alliance for education in Waukesha is our first guest, speaking on the issues caused by the Waukesha School District's continued involvement with WisRed. In the second part of tonight's broadcast we are joined by Senator Chris Larson of District 7 to discuss the state budget.

On The Journalistic Beat with James Causey 23.05.2023

As some push to remove the Milwaukee Fire and Police commission, Mark Thomsen discuss the potential ramifications and the real reasons for the push with journalist James Causey.

Hot Issues at the Border & An Update from the Joint Finance Committee 16.05.2023

In the first half of the show, Mark is joined by immigration attornery, Cain Oulahan, to discuss the expiration of title 42, the asylum seeking process, and what's happening at the United State's southern border. Then, representative Evan Goyke joins the show to discuss the state budget. Guests: Evan Goyke , Cain Oulahan

Diving into Democracy with Rep. Dora Drake 09.05.2023

Mark is back, and better than ever! This week he's joined by Rep. Dora Drake of the Legislative Black Caucus to discuss democracy and more.

After the April 4th Election: The Current State of Democracy with Minority Leader Greta Neubauer 18.04.2023

Mark speaks with Minority Leader Greta Neubauer about the responses she's seen among her peers and constituents about the results of the Wisconsin April 4th election.

Not all is Grand in Rainbowland 04.04.2023

Mark is joined by a parent, a teacher, and a reverend all effected by the recent censorship in the Waukesha School District, including the removal of the song "Rainbowland" by Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus from a local elementary school's concert.

The Wisconsin Supreme Court 28.03.2023

In the first half of the show, Mark is joined by Judge Janet Protasiewicz, candidate for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, to discuss what sets her apart from her opponent and the enthusiasm she is seeing on the campaign trail. In the second half, Judge Fredrick J. Strampe joins the show to talk about his bid to retain his seat on the Waukesha County Circuit Court. Guests: Janet Protasiewicz , Fredrick...

The Democratic Party of Waukesha 07.03.2023

Mark is joined in studio by the chairman of the Democratic party of Waukesha, Matt Mareno. They talk about the lessons learned from the midterm and the spring primary, building progressive support in one of the reddest counties in the country, and moving Wisconsin forward. Guest: Matt Mareno

The Milwaukee County Common Council Race w/ David Bowen 28.02.2023

Mark is joined by former state representative, David Bowen, to talk about his bid for the Milwaukee County Common Council in the April special election. Guest: David Bowen

Souls to the Polls Wisconsin 21.02.2023

Mark is joined by the Reverend Greg Lewis, executive director of Souls to the Polls Wisconsin, and Anita Johnson, the organization's voting education specialist and community outreach manager. Souls to the polls seeks to educate communities about elections, help register voters, and provide transportation to the polls. https://www.soulstothepollswi.org/ Guests: Anita Johnson , Greg Lewis

Senate District 8 Special Election 14.02.2023

Mark is joined by Jodi Habush Sinykin, Democratic candidate for the Senate District 8 special election. They discuss her background, her experience on the campaign trail, and what she hopes to bring to the legislature. Guest: Jodi Habush Sinykin

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