Inequality in Milwaukee

Overview

Inequality in Milwaukee: How Big a Problem Is It and What Can Be Done About It?

Thursday, November 19, 2015
4:00 pm
UWM Hefter Conference Center
3271 N. Lake Drive
Milwaukee WI

The challenging issue of growing inequality, how Milwaukee compares to other cities, and what programs or policies might help was discussed by our distinguished panel of civic leaders, Milwaukee-area state legislators, and UWM faculty.

Panelists

  • Representative David Bowen, State Assembly District 10
  • Sheila Cochran, Milwaukee Area Labor Council, AFL-CIO
  • Representative Dale Kooyenga, State Assembly District 14
  • Professor Marc Levine, UWM History and Urban Studies
  • Timothy Sheehy, Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce

Inequality in Milwaukee: Milwaukee Summit Videos

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