Maggie opens this hour with Max Stier, President and CEO of the Partnership for Public Service. Max emphasizes the dedication of public servants to improving government and strengthening democracy, while warning that failing to keep the government open is a direct betrayal of our leaders’ core responsibility. He notes that shutdowns not only put the nation at risk but, as seen during the Trump administration, can also be weaponized to further dismantle the federal workforce. Later, Maggie is joined by candidate Sean Grorich, who is running for Wisconsin’s First State Senate District in 2026. With fairer maps and more competitive districts, Grorich sees an opportunity to reduce partisanship and restore accountability in state politics. A veteran and healthcare expert, he shares his vision vision for Wisconsin; including affordable, universal healthcare—rooted in personal experiences and frustration with systemic inefficiencies. The conversation also turns to military affairs, where Grorich critiques Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s recent actions, comparing them to reality TV theatrics rather than serious governance. For more information, visit grorichforwisconsin.com.

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