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Thursday on Lake Effect: Universal Basic Income, Black History Books, 'Choosing A Stone,' Purim

Thursday on Lake Effect:

We learn about a pilot program in Milwaukee that aims to lift people out of poverty. Then, we get a list of books about Black history that focus on Black creators and innovators. Local poet Richard Hedderman talks about his latest collection, Choosing A Stone. Plus, we learn about the Jewish holiday of Purim.

Guests:

  • Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Milwaukee's ninth district
  • Hermoine Bell-Henderson, business, technology and periodicals coordinator for the Milwaukee Public Library
  • Richard Hedderman, poet and author of Choosing A Stone
  • Cantor David Barash, Congregation Emanu-El B'ne Jeshurun
  • Kristin Reisenauer, owner and lead wedding planner of Natural Elegance Events