US House candidate Emily Berge in studio to discuss the key issues she’s hearing about while touring Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District.

Berge, a licensed professional counselor and Eau Claire City Council president, is one of three Democrats running — along with Rebecca Cooke and Laura Benjamin — to unseat Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R–Prairie du Chien).

Mental health dominated much of the conversation, drawing on Berge’s professional background. We also talked about the housing crisis and how federal action could help, as she sees the same affordability struggles in Eau Claire that affect La Crosse and much of western Wisconsin.

Lastly, Berge shared what she’s hearing on the campaign trail, from healthcare concerns — after multiple Eau Claire-area hospital and clinic closures — to agriculture policy, including fears that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could hurt local farmers.

US House candidate Emily Berge in studio to discuss the key issues she&rsquo;s hearing about while touring Wisconsin&rsquo;s 3rd Congressional District.
Berge, a licensed professional counselor and Eau Claire City Council president, is one of three Democrats running &mdash; along with Rebecca Cooke and Laura Benjamin &mdash; to unseat Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R&ndash;Prairie du Chien).
Mental health dominated much of the conversation, drawing on Berge&rsquo;s professional background. We also talked about the housing crisis and how federal action could help, as she sees the same affordability struggles in Eau Claire that affect La Crosse and much of western Wisconsin.
Lastly, Berge shared what she&rsquo;s hearing on the campaign trail, from healthcare concerns &mdash; after multiple Eau Claire-area hospital and clinic closures &mdash; to agriculture policy, including fears that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could hurt local farmers.

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WIZM&rsquo;s La Crosse Talk brings you the voices shaping Western Wisconsin. Broadcast live weekday mornings on WIZM News Talk 92.3 FM, 106.7 FM, 1410 AM, and streaming at <a href="https://www.wizmnews.com/">wizmnews.com</a> and on the WIZM app, La Crosse Talk dives into the headlines, local politics, community issues, and conversations that matter most to listeners in the Coulee Region. Hosted as part of the La Crosse Talk Morning Show, each episode features in-depth interviews with newsmakers, elected officials, experts, and everyday citizens offering real perspectives on the events and decisions impacting La Crosse and surrounding communities.&nbsp;Whether it's breaking news, civic discussions, or community stories, La Crosse Talk keeps you informed and connected to the place you call home.