MON AM Update: Wachs announces guv bid; Vinehout, Nicholson on ‘UpFront’

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Advertisement The Madison Club From WisPolitics.com … — Dem state Rep. Dana Wachs formally launched his bid for guv today, writing on his website he’s running because “I love Wisconsin, and we deserve a government — and a Governor — that matches the optimism and values of our great state.” The Eau Claire attorney was elected to the Assembly in 2… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me  

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UW System leaders testify in favor of Foxconn project

Leaders of the UW System spoke in favor of the Foxconn project last week, highlighting opportunities and making the case for greater state funding of tech-related educational programs. UW System President Ray Cross, speaking at a public hearing for the Assembly Committee on Jobs and the Economy, said the benefits of the proposed plan would be “enormous,” especially for students. He said the system is ready to leverage the Taiwanese company’s “extensive global partnerships to tap into additional federal and/or private funding to create more opportunities for our UW researchers.” “Students will also benefit with expanded internship opportunities,” Cross said.

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Wachs formally launches guv bid

Dem state Rep. Dana Wachs formally launched his bid for guv today, writing on his website he’s running because “I love Wisconsin, and we deserve a government — and a Governor — that matches the optimism and values of our great state.” The Eau Claire attorney was elected to the Assembly in 2012 after three years on the City Council and wrote on his website he’s no “career politician.” Wachs’ campaign also released a video in which he said, “I’m running for governor because I love this state. I want to level the playing field for everyone that lives here.

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UW System leaders testify in favor of Foxconn project

Leaders of the UW System spoke in favor of the Foxconn project last week, highlighting opportunities and making the case for greater state funding of tech-related educational programs. UW System President Ray Cross, speaking at a public hearing for the Assembly Committee on Jobs and the Economy, said the benefits

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Wachs formally launches guv bid

Dem state Rep. Dana Wachs formally launched his bid for guv today, writing on his website he’s running because “I love Wisconsin, and we deserve a government — and a Governor — that matches the optimism and values of our great state.” The Eau Claire attorney was elected to the

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