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Lakeshore Update, March 18, 2022

Protesters carry signs at a Chicago rally against sexual assault and rape culture in 2015.
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Protesters carry signs at a Chicago rally against sexual assault and rape culture in 2015.

On this edition of the podcast you’ll hear the latest on a new contract between NIPSCO and the United Steelworkers union, Stephanie Wiechmann reports Governor Eric Holcomb has signed legislation into law that expands the definition of rape in Indiana to include the element of consent and Chris Nolte has a conversation with Franciscan Health director of clinical education Jennifer Olson.

As co-host and producer of Regionally Speaking, Dee is responsible for connecting with northwest Indiana community newsmakers to share their stories with the Lakeshore Public Radio listening audience. She believes in the power of storytelling to engag, teach and change lives. Prior to working at Lakeshore Public Radio, Dee enjoyed giving her time, talent, and resources to various community organizations. Dee believes in servant leadership. Her favorite quote is "Leadership is service not position." by Tim Fargo.