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VIDEO: Wisconsin Man: ‘I think we’ve taken leadership for granted’

By Salina Heller

August 5, 2024

More countries are electing women to high political offices. The United Nations says about 30 have been serving as heads of state for the last couple of years and they’re earning praise for their innovative and effective leadership.

David Jones of Eau Claire says women can offer fresh perspectives on challenges and says this is an important landmark to achieve.

@upnorthnews More countries are electing women to high political offices. The United Nations says about 30 have been serving as heads of state for the last couple of years and they’re earning praise for their innovative and effective leadership. David Jones of Eau Claire says women can offer fresh perspectives on challenges and says this is an important landmark to achieve. #wisconsin #wisconsinnews #wisconsinpolitics #eauclaire ♬ original sound – UpNorthNews

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  • Salina Heller

    A former 15-year veteran of reporting local news for western Wisconsin TV and radio stations, Salina Heller also volunteers in community theater, helps organize the Chippewa Valley Air Show, and is kept busy by her daughter’s elementary school PTA meetings. She is a UW-Eau Claire alum.

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