NW WISCONSIN -- In an upcoming episode of Positive Tuesday with Ben & Fitzy, hosts Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald and DrydenWire founder Ben Dryden will address the controversy surrounding a recent Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article and its sharp criticism from Wisconsin Right Now.
The Journal Sentinel published a story titled 'Bice: Schimel boasts he gets own bathroom and sets own hours as judge' that accused Waukesha County Circuit Judge and former Attorney General Brad Schimel of "bragging" about perks of being a judge, including having a private bathroom and setting his own hours. The article quoted comments Schimel made during his February 2024 appearance on Positive Tuesday, which many believe were taken out of context to paint him in an unfair light. Schimel, a conservative candidate for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, had joked about these mandated judicial perks while explaining the challenges of balancing his duties as a judge with a rigorous statewide campaign.
Wisconsin Right Now responded with a pointed critique of the Journal Sentinel, titled 'How Dan Bice Unfairly Cherrypicked Brad Schimel Interview to Create Deceptive Narrative' accusing the columnist of cherrypicking and omitting critical context from the podcast interview. The article highlighted that Schimel’s comments were part of a larger discussion about the sacrifices involved in running for office, the importance of law enforcement support, and his dedication to visiting all counties in the state. It also emphasized praise from Sheriff Fitzgerald who lauded Schimel for his leadership and commitment to public safety.
Join Ben and Fitzy this Tuesday at 8:30a on Positive Tuesday as they delve into the controversy, discuss how media coverage can shape public perception, and provide behind-the-scenes insights into their podcast with Judge Schimel. Don't miss this must-watch episode for an in-depth look at how narratives can shift when stripped of context!
The show is scheduled to start at 8:30a on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, on DrydenWire’s Facebook page. If you’re unable to watch live, a recording will be published on DrydenWire’s YouTube channel and website later in the day.
Last Update: Jan 13, 2025 9:41 am CST
