CONTACT: Dale Kooyenga, 1-888-534-0014 Madison – State Representative Dale Kooyenga (R-Brookfield) released the following statement. “I once again apologize for removing the sign. It was not my intention to cause harm to the owner of the sign and I returned it immediately when asked. A settlement agreement has been reached and with the assistance of family and friends, I intend to fully reimburse the taxpayers. I look forward to moving past this issue and continuing to work for the people of Wisconsin.”

CONTACT:  Karen Hickey 414-573-7579 khickey@wisaflcio.org “Representative Paul Ryan spent his career attacking the rights of workers, the livelihood of seniors, and access to affordable healthcare for American families,” said Phil Neuenfeldt, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO. “Wisconsinites are ready for a different direction and we look forward to electing a new leader in Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District this November who will stand up for workers by working to create jobs, raise wages and protect the freedom to collectively bargain.” “Paul Ryan’s decision not to run this November shows that Republicans are afraid of being held accountable to voters for pushing

Contact: Ald. Robert Bauman (414) 286-3774             Starting tomorrow (Thursday, April 12) vetting of the massive Foxconn development will reach an intensive new level when the 54-page document An Overview of the Foxconn Technology Group and Plans for Wisconsin Operations (attached) is made public.             Alderman Robert J. Bauman, chair of the Public Works Committee, said the report – prepared by the Legislative Reference Bureau – looks in-depth at the history, financials and global operations of the Foxconn Technology Group, and its plans for development in Wisconsin.             “This detailed look at the Foxconn project by the Common Council is really the first time the

CONTACT: Jodi Muerhoff jodimuerhoff@gmail.com 262-308-1943 Paul Ryan has been our representative in Wisconsin’s First Congressional District since 1999, but has decided to not run for re-election. Forward Kenosha celebrates his choice not to run and while Ryan has decided to stop, we will continue to advocate for candidates who will lift up ALL the citizens of our district and across our nation. Ryan has been more than just missing in action; he has been out of touch with the needs of his constituents. For example, it has been 918 days since Ryan last held a public town hall for the people

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839 MADISON – Governor Scott Walker today announced he will not appoint a replacement to fill the vacancy created by Sheriff David Clarke’s resignation. Milwaukee County Acting Sheriff Richard Schmidt will continue to serve as acting sheriff for the remainder of Sheriff Clarke’s term ending January 7, 2019. “With the November election just months away, Governor Walker believes it is best left to the voters of Milwaukee County to decide who their next sheriff should be,” said Amy Hasenberg, Governor Walker’s press secretary.

CONTACT: Rep. David Bowen (608) 266-7671 MADISON – State Representative David Bowen (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement in response to the announcement that Speaker Paul Ryan (WI-01) will not seek reelection. “The pushback Ryan has received for political games during his time as Speaker of the House has been pivotal in ensuring today’s announcement. Thanks to the efforts of Wisconsinites like those of the 5o Miles More students, Ryan will no longer hold one of the highest ranking offices in the country. These students sacrificed their spring breaks last month in order to march 50 miles to Ryan’s hometown of Janesville

Contact: Timothy Svoboda, (202) 225-2476 (Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) today released the following statement after a conversation with House Speaker Paul Ryan about his plan to not run for reelection. “This morning, I sat on a conference call with the Wisconsin delegation, where Speaker Ryan told us that he would not be running for reelection.” “I believe he will be forever known as the family first Speaker.” “It took over a month to convince Paul to accept the job as Speaker, since he was concerned that he would be away from his family.” “Not surprisingly, he will be

Contact: Senator Chris Kapenga (608) 266-9174 Madison – Senator Chris Kapenga (R-Delafield) released the following statement on House Speaker Paul Ryan’s decision to retire from Congress. “Paul Ryan has set the benchmark for public service, long-providing the conservative movement with a reform-minded agenda focused on big ideas. Paul is a rare breed of public servant; a policy wonk, an optimistic communicator, and most importantly a focused leader. Losing his voice and leadership in Washington will be a great loss to the nation.” “I want to thank Paul for his tireless service to the people of Wisconsin and wish him and

Contact: John Leiber (262) 880-9767 Caledonia, WI – Today, John Leiber announced his candidacy for the 62nd Assembly District, which includes Caledonia, Raymond, Norway, Wind Point, North Bay, some northern and western parts of the city of Racine, and a small part of Mt. Pleasant. “As a fourth generation member of the Racine area community, I want to keep Wisconsin moving forward,” said Leiber. “We need to grow our future by improving our transportation funding, promoting fiscal responsibility, and building our economy.  Racine County is at the beginning of a new era, and I will hit the ground running and devote my

Contact: Alec Zimmerman (608) 257-4765 [Madison, WI] — While Wisconsin’s Democrats in Congress have tried to block a massive tax cut for Wisconsin families, Democrats in the state Legislature are doing their part to increase the tax burden of the hard-working families of the state too. During a vote on Governor Walker’s tax relief plan for Wisconsin families, Senate Democrat Leader Jennifer Shilling said she would rather spend money on “anything else” other than giving it back to Wisconsin taxpayers. “Thanks to Scott Walker and Republicans in the state Legislature, hard-working Wisconsin families are seeing real tax relief,” said Alec

CONTACT  AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 WASHINGTON—Tomorrow, the House of Representatives will observe the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s assassination with a ceremony in Statuary Hall to honor his life and legacy. His son, Mr. Martin Luther King III, will be one of the keynote speakers. The ceremony will begin at 3:00 p.m. ET in Statuary Hall of the United States Capitol and is open to invited guests and credentialed media. Details: House to Mark 50th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Assassination Thursday, April 12 at 3:00 p.m. ET Statuary Hall, United States Capitol Participants: House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) House Democratic Leader Nancy

CONTACT: Lisa Brunette lbrunette@uwhealth.org 608-263-5830 Washington, D.C., April 11, 2018 – Dr. Ned Kalin, Hedberg Professor and chair of psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, will become editor-in-chief of the American Journal of Psychiatry next Jan. 1. The American Journal of Psychiatry is the premier journal of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and is the most widely read psychiatric journal in the world. Kalin is among the most accomplished biological psychiatrists in the nation, whose work has advanced understanding of the physiological bases of mental disorders such as anxiety and depression. He came to Madison in 1976 for a residency in psychiatry, and