Craig Gilbert joins Tracy on the phone to talk about the RNC and how or if it differs from previous conventions. He says the tone and vibe has changed.
o Next Tracy asks Craig about Kamala Harris’ entering the race in Biden’s stead and the upsurge in Democrats’ unity after Republicans united during the RNC and how it affects swing states like Wisconsin.
o Tracy asks Craig about the Wisconsin electorate and how it affects presidential elections in the swing state. Craig says it’s about capturing your electorate in places it does best in.
o Tracy asks Craig about his words regarding the assassination attempt on Donald Trump and when the next Marquette Law School will be released (August).
Tracy is joined by C.J. Szafir from the Institute for Reforming Government to discuss two amendments that will be on the August ballot that would require the legislature to approve any budget expenses so that the governor doesn’t have sole discretion.
o C.J. went out and polled voters for their top issue for the election.
o Tracy asks C.J. what the state of education is in MPS.