David Blaska: U.S. Grant, U.S. healer

Ron Chernow’s biography of U.S. Grant gives him the usual credit for his generous peace terms given at Appomattox, terms intended to heal the nation. But far fewer books recount the Reconstruction Period that followed.

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Screnock Campaign: Submits nomination papers to Wisconsin Elections Commission

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 29, 2017 Contact: Sean Lansing 608-286-5766 sl@champllc.com Screnock Campaign: Submits Nomination Papers to Wisconsin Elections Commission Campaign has gathered thousands of signatures from citizens across Wisconsin (Reedsburg, Wis.) – The Screnock for Justice Campaign announced Friday it has submitted the maximum number of nomination signatures from citizens across Wisconsin to place Judge Michael Screnock on the ballot for Wisconsin’s open Supreme Court seat. “Our campaign is overwhelmed by the outpouring of support we’ve received from voters across Wisconsin,” said Sauk County Circuit Court Judge Michael Screnock. “In gathering our nomination signatures, our team has had thousands of conversations

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Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Ripp appointed as DATCP Assistant Deputy Secretary

DATCP NEWS RELEASE: Ripp appointed as DATCP Assistant Deputy Secretary Release Date: December 29, 2017                 Media Contact: Bill Cosh, Communications Director, 608-224-5020, william2.cosh@wi.gov   MADISON – Today Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Sheila Harsdorf announced Keith Ripp as DATCP’s Assistant Deputy Secretary. In this role, Ripp will oversee policy development and administration and lead relations with external stakeholders. “I am happy to appoint Keith as DATCP’s Assistant Deputy Secretary,” said Harsdorf. “His first-hand experience as a third-generation farmer, small business owner and legislator will be a great asset as we work together to be accessible and responsive to

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Sen. Lasee: Statement on appointment as Division Administrator for Worker’s Compensation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                            December 29, 2017 Contact: Senator Frank Lasee Phone: (608) 266-3512 Statement by Senator Frank Lasee on Appointment as Division Administrator for Worker’s Compensation MADISON – On Friday, State Senator Frank Lasee (R-De Pere), issued the following statement regarding Governor Walker appointing State Senator Lasee to serve as the Division Administrator for Worker’s Compensation in

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WisDems: Nicholson and Vukmir endorse cuts to earned benefits

For Immediate Release December 29, 2017 Contact: Brad Bainum, bradb@wisdems.org Nicholson and Vukmir Endorse Cuts to Earned Benefits  Kevin Nicholson and Leah Vukmir embrace Paul Ryan’s plans to cut earned benefits, including Medicare, Social Security, and Medicaid MADISON — Right-wing corporate shill Leah Vukmir and out-of-state billionaire puppet Kevin Nicholson ha… 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     Forgot Password

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McCabe Campaign: Principle over party campaign pounds the pavement

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Principle Over Party Campaign Pounds the Pavement DECEMBER 29, 2017 – As 2017 draws to a close, Mike McCabe’s Principle Over Party campaign for governor has traveled more than 37,000 miles just since McCabe made his candidacy official on September 12, criss-crossing Wisconsin liste… 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.

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David Blaska: U.S. Grant, U.S. healer

Ron Chernow’s biography of U.S. Grant gives him the usual credit for his generous peace terms given at Appomattox, terms intended to heal the nation. But far fewer books recount the Reconstruction Period that followed.

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Screnock Campaign: Submits nomination papers to Wisconsin Elections Commission

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 29, 2017 Contact: Sean Lansing 608-286-5766 sl@champllc.com Screnock Campaign: Submits Nomination Papers to Wisconsin Elections Commission Campaign has gathered thousands of signatures from citizens across Wisconsin (Reedsburg, Wis.) – The Screnock for Justice Campaign announced Friday it has submitted the maximum number of nomination signatures from citizens across

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Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Ripp appointed as DATCP Assistant Deputy Secretary

DATCP NEWS RELEASE: Ripp appointed as DATCP Assistant Deputy Secretary Release Date: December 29, 2017                 Media Contact: Bill Cosh, Communications Director, 608-224-5020, william2.cosh@wi.gov   MADISON – Today Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Sheila Harsdorf announced Keith Ripp as DATCP’s Assistant Deputy Secretary. In this role, Ripp will oversee

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WisDems: Nicholson and Vukmir endorse cuts to earned benefits

For Immediate Release December 29, 2017 Contact: Brad Bainum, bradb@wisdems.org Nicholson and Vukmir Endorse Cuts to Earned Benefits  Kevin Nicholson and Leah Vukmir embrace Paul Ryan’s plans to cut earned benefits, including Medicare, Social Security, and Medicaid MADISON — Right-wing corporate shill Leah Vukmir and out-of-state billionaire puppet Kevin Nicholson ha… Please log

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McCabe Campaign: Principle over party campaign pounds the pavement

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Principle Over Party Campaign Pounds the Pavement DECEMBER 29, 2017 – As 2017 draws to a close, Mike McCabe’s Principle Over Party campaign for governor has traveled more than 37,000 miles just since McCabe made his candidacy official on September 12, criss-crossing Wisconsin liste… Please log in to access

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