Sarah Godlewski: Vote ‘no’ on amendment to dump state treasurer

On April 3, Wisconsin voters will be asked if they want to remove the office of state treasurer from our state’s Constitution. Should this amendment pass, Wisconsin would be the only state without a treasurer or financial equivalent, a position that provides a critical check on the state’s executive and legislative branches.

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Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation: Expands debates to statewide primaries

Contact: Michelle Vetterkind (608) 255-2600 Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation is expanding its election year tradition of hosting broadcast debates by adding debates for this year’s statewide primary races. The hour-long debates for the Democratic gubernatorial race and Republican U.S. Senate race will be offered to radio and television stations across the state for live or delayed broadcast. “The high level of interest in this year’s elections prompted us to organize debates for the hotly-contested statewide primaries,” WBA Foundation President and CEO Michelle Vetterkind said. “We are proud that Wisconsin’s broadcasters can bring the citizens forums that

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Vukmir Campaign: After Obama FBI stooge Andrew McCabe’s firing, Leah proposes prohibiting hiring government employees to pad taxpayer-funded benefits

For Immediate Release Monday, March 19, 2018 Contact: Jessica Ward, (608) 213-5939 After Obama FBI Stooge Andrew McCabe’s Firing, Leah Proposes Prohibiting Hiring Government Employees To Pad Taxpayer-Funded Benefits Brookfield, Wis. — U.S. Senate candidate and state Sen. Leah Vukmir, R–Brookfield, Monday proposed making it illegal to hire a federal government employee for the sole purpose of padding a taxpayer-funded pension. On Saturday, Rep. Mark Pocan, D–Wisconsin, offered known leaker and Obama FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe a job in his congressional office so he can reach the threshold of service needed to collect full early retirement benefits after being fired. “The true injustice in this

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Bolton SuperPAC: The John Bolton superPAC to run TV and radio ads in support of Kevin Nicholson for U.S. Senate

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                 CONTACT: 3/19/18                                             Garrett Marquis                                                         gm@prismgroup.global   THE JOHN BOLTON SUPERPAC TO RUN TV AND RADIO ADS IN SUPPORT OF KEVIN NICHOLSON FOR U.S. SENATE (WI) The $278,000 ad buy will run in Milwaukee and is part of a larger $1 million investment by the John Bolton SuperPAC in support of Nicholson Washington, D.C. – Ambassador John

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Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service: Bill Kraus to receive ‘Lifetime Achievement Award for Civic Leadership’ at WIPPS’ 10th anniversary gala

For immediate release March 19, 2018 Media inquiries: Deb Dorshorst debdorshorst@gmail.com mobile/text: 715-581-6324 Bill Kraus to receive ‘Lifetime Achievement Award for Civic Leadership’ at WIPPS’ 10th anniversary gala A widely known and regarded activist who has dedicated his life to promoting civic engagement and good public policy in Wisconsin will receive a lifetime achievement… 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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Gov. Walker: No Child Should Ever Feel Unsafe at School: Governor Walker, Lt. Governor Kleefisch, and Attorney General Schimel visit schools to discuss $100 million school safety plan

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 19, 2018 Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839   No Child Should Ever Feel Unsafe at School: Governor Walker, Lt. Governor Kleefisch, and Attorney General Schimel Visit Schools to Discuss $100 Million School Safety Plan   MADISON–Governor Scott Walker, joined by Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch and Attorney General Brad Schimel, visited schools in Onalaska, Altoona, and Marathon today to discuss the Governor’s $100 million School Safety Plan. Governor Walker’s School Safety Plan was created with input from both the State Senate and State Assembly and stakeholders, and it has received support from the Wisconsin Association of School Boards.“No child,

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Bernier campaign: Bernier announces state Senate run

Contact: VoteBernier@gmail.com Lake Hallie, WI – State Representative Kathy Bernier (R-Lake Hallie), announced today that she is a candidate for the 23rd State Senate district, currently represented by Terry Moulton (R-Chippewa Falls). “Wisconsin is moving forward and it is time to build on that success on behalf of the residents of west-central Wisconsin. I am proud of my record in the State Assembly, and am excited to announce my candidacy for State Senate,” said Bernier. “I remain committed to the same principles that have guided my work in the Assembly: responsible taxes, sound budgets, safe schools and communities and worker training.  While

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MON News Summary: Fitzgerald, Vos dispute jeopardizes Walker’s agenda; Ryan backs Mueller after Trump tweets

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** April 12: WisPolitics.com Election Year Preview The WisPolitics.com election year preview-brought to you by the Wisconsin Counties Association-assembles some of Wisconsin’s foremost political experts to lay out the challenges and advantages for Gov. Scott Walker, Sen. Tammy Baldwin and all of the candidates from ac… 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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Sarah Godlewski: Vote ‘no’ on amendment to dump state treasurer

On April 3, Wisconsin voters will be asked if they want to remove the office of state treasurer from our state’s Constitution. Should this amendment pass, Wisconsin would be the only state without a treasurer or financial equivalent, a position that provides a critical check on the state’s executive and legislative branches.

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Vukmir Campaign: After Obama FBI stooge Andrew McCabe’s firing, Leah proposes prohibiting hiring government employees to pad taxpayer-funded benefits

For Immediate Release Monday, March 19, 2018 Contact: Jessica Ward, (608) 213-5939 After Obama FBI Stooge Andrew McCabe’s Firing, Leah Proposes Prohibiting Hiring Government Employees To Pad Taxpayer-Funded Benefits Brookfield, Wis. — U.S. Senate candidate and state Sen. Leah Vukmir, R–Brookfield, Monday proposed making it illegal to hire a federal government employee for the sole purpose

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Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service: Bill Kraus to receive ‘Lifetime Achievement Award for Civic Leadership’ at WIPPS’ 10th anniversary gala

For immediate release March 19, 2018 Media inquiries: Deb Dorshorst debdorshorst@gmail.com mobile/text: 715-581-6324 Bill Kraus to receive ‘Lifetime Achievement Award for Civic Leadership’ at WIPPS’ 10th anniversary gala A widely known and regarded activist who has dedicated his life to promoting civic engagement and good public policy in Wisconsin will receive

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Gov. Walker: No Child Should Ever Feel Unsafe at School: Governor Walker, Lt. Governor Kleefisch, and Attorney General Schimel visit schools to discuss $100 million school safety plan

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 19, 2018 Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839   No Child Should Ever Feel Unsafe at School: Governor Walker, Lt. Governor Kleefisch, and Attorney General Schimel Visit Schools to Discuss $100 Million School Safety Plan   MADISON–Governor Scott Walker, joined by Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch and Attorney General Brad

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Bernier campaign: Bernier announces state Senate run

Contact: VoteBernier@gmail.com Lake Hallie, WI – State Representative Kathy Bernier (R-Lake Hallie), announced today that she is a candidate for the 23rd State Senate district, currently represented by Terry Moulton (R-Chippewa Falls). “Wisconsin is moving forward and it is time to build on that success on behalf of the residents of west-central

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MON News Summary: Fitzgerald, Vos dispute jeopardizes Walker’s agenda; Ryan backs Mueller after Trump tweets

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** April 12: WisPolitics.com Election Year Preview The WisPolitics.com election year preview-brought to you by the Wisconsin Counties Association-assembles some of Wisconsin’s foremost political experts to lay out the challenges and advantages for Gov. Scott Walker, Sen. Tammy Baldwin and all of the candidates from ac…

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