LSS Podcast puts Senate Candidates In the Ring on Healthcare

For Immediate Release

LSS Podcast puts Senate Candidates In the Ring on Healthcare

WEST ALLIS, Wis., Sep. 24, 2024 – In the Ring with Héctor Colon podcast is excited to announce a special “On the Issues” double-episode featuring Wisconsin’s candidates for U.S. Senate. The podcast, a creation of Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan (LSS), is known for its content and high-profile guests. This month, Democratic incumbent Senator Tammy Baldwin and Republican challenger Eric Hovde talk about their Health and Human Services platforms.

LSS President & CEO and podcast host, Héctor Colón asked each candidate the same questions in the same order on topics including Wisconsin’s fentanyl crisis, expanding early intervention & prevention for children and families, Affordable Healthcare and Medicaid reimbursement, and healthcare partnerships. He also asked for their ideas on how to bridge our nation’s two-party political divide.

Episode Highlights:

Héctor Colón, a former boxer turned nonprofit leader, brings his unique perspective, engaging both candidates in meaningful discussions about the future of mental health services, addiction recovery, support for vulnerable populations, and beyond.

“We are thrilled to provide a platform where voters can hear directly from the candidates on vital issues,” said Colón. “Our goal at LSS is to support the health and well-being of the communities we serve, and these conversations will ensure voters are informed about key issues that directly impact Wisconsin and the nation.”

Both episodes are available now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@intheringwithhectorcolon1073/videos

And can be streamed on all major podcast platforms.

For more information on In the Ring with Héctor Colón and to listen to the episodes, visit:

www.lsswis.org/inthering

 

ABOUT LSS
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan (LSS) is made up of nearly 800 professional treatment teams and peer specialists, the majority of whom are right in your community. Programs across our two-state reach address needs around housing, adoption, disabilities, refugee resettlement, mental health and substance use. LSS programs empower individuals to address life’s toughest challenges outside of a hospital or other institution. LSS’ expanded system of care offers short and long-term solutions for recovery, personal development, and independent living through safe, stable, and loving environments. 

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MEDIA CONTACT

George Kmetty, Public Relations Specialist

George.Kmetty@lsswis.org

262-693-6825