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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 1H 4M

State of the Union: Necessary or Just Political Theater?

from Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey break down President Trump’s latest State of the Union address and debate whether the annual speech still serves a meaningful purpose. They also examine a lawsuit filed by Wisconsin school districts alleging unequal funding, discuss the future of higher education in the age of AI, and question whether learning is being replaced by shortcuts. Later, Meagan Johnson from Milwaukee Diaper Mission joins to share details about the upcoming Bowling for Babies fundraiser and how listeners can get involved. The show wraps with a discussion on the Packers cracking down on ticket resales and a lively Ask Us Anything covering everything from energy rates to gardening.

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