7 Shows to Watch Right Now
The streaming universe can be overwhelming. L&S faculty members offer a guide to finding the good stuff.
Renewing Civic Life in Wisconsin
Event honoring the life of Bill Kraus fosters meaningful conversations about compromise in politics.
Mike Wagner on WISC-TV: Ad spending ramps up when new candidates enter a race
Tim Michels' entry into the Wisconsin Governor's race has set off a new round of spending on campaign ads. Professor of journalism explains that such ads are typically aimed at introducing new candidates to engaged voters.
Turning the tide of polarization
Michael W. Wagner a Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication writes about his research regarding civic life and Wisconsin.
Mike Wagner on Wisconsin Public Radio: Election investigation reveals political dynamics
As Wisconsin's Attorney General raises legal concerns over the probe, Republicans seem to be treating it as a contest to see who can be most skeptical of the election results, says the professor of journalism.
Mike Wagner on Spectrum News: Social media's impact on voters and politics
Professor of Journalism contrasts today's social media landscape with the era when newspapers and radio ruled the day.
Mike Wagner in The Guardian: Wisconsin is ground zero in battle against vaccine hesitancy
There's a sharp rural-urban divide in terms of who's getting the COVID-19 vaccine, says professor of journalism.
Uneasy Truths
Our ability to agree on a shared sense of what is true—based on a set of facts—seems like it’s never been quite so damaged. UW experts across multiple disciplines are researching the problem—and they see plenty of reasons for hope.
Mike Wagner in the Capital Times Wedge Issues: Remembering Act 10
On the tenth anniversary of the controversial legislation, the Professor of Journalism discussed the ways political attitudes and behavior are influenced by the flow of information.
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