http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/foxconn-wisconsin-plant-2017-s5.jpgBefore we commit $1,200 per family over the next 25 years to Foxconn, we need to consider what constitutes a “job” for the purpose of providing economic development assistance and the impact these new technologies will have on our workforce.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/fairgoers-s5.jpgMany people share the same concerns related to health care, the condition of the roads, and specific legislation that will help their home business. Others share their work with those who struggle with addiction.

We discuss the $3 billion plus Foxconn plan currently being rushed through the Assembly, the collapse of the GOP Senate health care repeal, and more...

MILWAUKEE - We welcome state representative Jonathan Brostoff to talk about his early opposition to the $3 billion plus Foxconn plan that is currently being rushed through the Assembly. We analyze the political dynamic that will likely result from a number of Democrats supporting the Foxconn deal and what investments progressive champions should support to create real economic opportunity throughout the state.

Robert discusses the collapse of the GOP Senate health care repeal, Trump’s sabotage, and what’s next in the healthcare fight. We close the show with Jorna educating us on the viscous Trump effort to restrict immigration.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/construction-traffic-i35-s5.jpgGOP budget delays trigger 1st phase of transportation shutdown.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/walker-terry-gou-foxconn-flag-s5.jpgAs lawmakers and citizens consider the Governor's proposal to bring Foxconn to the State of Wisconsin, it is critical to be aware of all the details of the state’s commitments to lure Foxconn and the precedent this will create for other companies considering coming here.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/trump-walker-foxconn-annc-s5.jpgState Republican cheerleaders for $3 billion payoff to Foxconn for new plant call Hansen's caution “beyond appalling” and “insane.” Anyone concerned about Wisconsin taxpayers should be urging caution says Hansen.