U.S. Sen. Johnson: Statement on Tillerson Confirmation

WASHINGTON – Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) said this Wednesday after voting to confirm Rex Tillerson as Secretary of State: “Rex Tillerson’s extensive private sector experience provides a unique perspective and should prove valuable in his role as Secretary of State. I was happy to vote to confirm Mr. Tillerson today and look forward to working with him in his job as our country’s top diplomat to address the enormous global challenges we face.”

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Speaker Ryan: Statement on Meeting with Israeli Speaker Yuli Edelstein

WASHINGTON—House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) issued the following statement after meeting with Israeli Speaker Yuli Edelstein: “After visiting Speaker Edelstein in Jerusalem last year, it was a privilege to host him at the U.S. Capitol this afternoon. I reiterated my steadfast support for Israel’s security and her inalienable right to self-defense. The historic alliance between our two nations has never been more important, and I appreciate Speaker Edelstein’s commitment to strengthening this special relationship.”

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Rep. Felkowski: Statement on Governor Walker’s K-12 Proposal

Madison- Representative Mary Felzkowski (R-Irma) issued the following statement on the Governor’s K-12 Proposal for the 2017-19 Biennial Budget: “I applaud Governor Walker’s focus on rural districts in his K-12 education proposal. The work of the Rural Initiative, the Rural Task Force, and my rural colleagues has certainly increased more awareness for issues that particularly impact rural districts. Our rural schools face unique challenges including recruiting qualified teachers and preparing students to enter an ever-changing workforce. We need to make sure the state is providing opportunity for every child to succeed, regardless of location. “I could not be more excited

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Holtz campaign: Statement Regarding Governor Walker’s Rural Schools Proposal

(Beloit, WI) – Dr. Lowell Holtz, candidate for Wisconsin’s Department of Public Instruction, made the following statement in regard to Governor Walker’s proposal today for rural schools in Wisconsin. Dr. Lowell Holtz: “I appreciate Governor Walker’s understanding of, and his commitment to, the needs of Wisconsin’s rural school children. His proposal today emphasizes the fact that all school districts are important, and that all children deserve a chance to learn with the best resources available to them. As Superintendent of Public Instruction, I will work with the Governor, the State Legislature, and school district stakeholders to identify and address the

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Statement on Tillerson Confirmation

WASHINGTON – Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) said this Wednesday after voting to confirm Rex Tillerson as Secretary of State: “Rex Tillerson’s extensive private sector experience provides a unique perspective and should prove valuable in his role as Secretary of State. I was happy to vote to confirm Mr. Tillerson today

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Speaker Ryan: Statement on Meeting with Israeli Speaker Yuli Edelstein

WASHINGTON—House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) issued the following statement after meeting with Israeli Speaker Yuli Edelstein: “After visiting Speaker Edelstein in Jerusalem last year, it was a privilege to host him at the U.S. Capitol this afternoon. I reiterated my steadfast support for Israel’s security and her inalienable right to

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Rep. Felkowski: Statement on Governor Walker’s K-12 Proposal

Madison- Representative Mary Felzkowski (R-Irma) issued the following statement on the Governor’s K-12 Proposal for the 2017-19 Biennial Budget: “I applaud Governor Walker’s focus on rural districts in his K-12 education proposal. The work of the Rural Initiative, the Rural Task Force, and my rural colleagues has certainly increased more

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Holtz campaign: Statement Regarding Governor Walker’s Rural Schools Proposal

(Beloit, WI) – Dr. Lowell Holtz, candidate for Wisconsin’s Department of Public Instruction, made the following statement in regard to Governor Walker’s proposal today for rural schools in Wisconsin. Dr. Lowell Holtz: “I appreciate Governor Walker’s understanding of, and his commitment to, the needs of Wisconsin’s rural school children. His

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