TUE PM Update: Rep. Ed Brooks feels ‘good’ as he fights leukemia, Supreme Court hears arguments in DPI suit

From WisPolitics.com … — Rep. Ed Brooks, who announced his retirement due to his ongoing battle with leukemia, said he received a new round of chemotherapy yesterday and was set for another today. Brooks told reporters during a call this morning his doctor in mid-April detected a low platelet count — an indicator of the blood cancer — and soon after performed a bone marrow biopsy. He said … 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

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WisDems: Wisconsin Republicans sound the alarm: ‘Please do nothing to harm the other candidate’

Contact: Brad Bainum, bradb@wisdems.org “Will Republican party leaders Senator Ron Johnson or Governor Scott Walker intervene, or will they repeat their mistakes from the past?” MADISON — Fresh off of winning the Republican Party of Wisconsin’s endorsement on Saturday, ultra-conservative state Sen. Leah Vukmir immediately called on her GOP primary opponent Kevin Nicholson to “respect the will of the people…and leave the race.” Vukmir isn’t the only Wisconsin Republican nervous about ensuring party unity. For months, Wisconsin Republicans have publicly fretted about a repeat of 2012’s nasty GOP Senate primary — fears that are understandable, given how nasty Vukmir and Nicholson’s combative primary has

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Dept. of Children and Families: First Lady Walker and DCF secretary recognize Verona foster parents

Contact: Joe Scialfa or Gina Paige ― 608-266-9000 (MADISON) – In recognition of Foster Care Month, First Lady Tonette Walker and Department of Children and Families Secretary Eloise Anderson honored foster parents Pam Mathias and Tammy Stodola for their incredible commitment to the children of Dane County who have needed a temporary, safe place to call home by presenting them with a 2018 Governor’s Foster Care Award during a special ceremony today at the Wisconsin State Capitol. “Foster Care Month gives us an opportunity to thank the families who care for the vulnerable children in Wisconsin who need to be

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Dept. of Children and Families: First Lady Walker and DCF secretary recognize Sun Prairie foster parents

Contact: Joe Scialfa or Gina Paige ― 608-266-9000 (MADISON) – In recognition of Foster Care Month, First Lady Tonette Walker and Department of Children and Families Secretary Eloise Anderson honored foster parents Bob and Nan Pieper for their incredible commitment to the children of Dane County who have needed a temporary, safe place to call home by presenting them with a 2018 Governor’s Foster Care Award during a special ceremony today at the Wisconsin State Capitol. “Foster Care Month gives us an opportunity to thank the families who care for the vulnerable children who need to be removed from their

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Dept. of Children and Families: First Lady Walker and DCF secretary honor Green Bay Packer Ty Montgomery and his mother, Lisa Montgomery

Contact: Joe Scialfa or Gina Paige ― 608-266-9000 (MADISON) – In recognition of Foster Care Month, First Lady Tonette Walker and Department of Children and Families Secretary Eloise Anderson presented a special award to Ty and Lisa Montgomery for their dedication to raising awareness of the ongoing need for more foster parents who will provide safe and loving homes to children in need. Foster families throughout Wisconsin play an important role in the lives of children who require a temporary home, while also providing care and guidance to children and families in crisis. In recognition of the Montgomery’s remarkable efforts

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Renard campaign: Statement on special election primary results

Contact: Dylan Lange 920-304-6409 Info@RenardforSenate.com DE PERE, WI – Alex Renard has released the following statement regarding the results to tonight’s primary election results: “I am humbled by the outpouring of support I received over the last two months by my friends and neighbors across Wisconsin’s 1st State Senate District. I am proud of the campaign we ran and would like to congratulate Rep. Jacque on his victory and wish him luck in the June 12th election.”

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Steil campaign: County executives back Bryan Steil for Congress

CONTACT: Andrew Iverson Campaign Manager 608.449.1529 Andrew@SteilForWisconsin.com JANESVILLE — Bryan Steil today announced that Racine County Executive John Delagrave and Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow have endorsed his campaign to represent the 1st Congressional District of Wisconsin. “Bryan Steil is focused on preparing the next generation for the jobs of the future,” Delagrave said. “As a Regent, Bryan has worked tirelessly to ensure that our students, whether that be at a 4-year college or a tech school, are given the chance for an affordable, high-quality education. I am proud to support Bryan Steil for Congress.” “Bryan Steil is a tested conservative,”

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Gov. Walker: Seeks applicants for Register of Deeds of Florence County

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839   Gov. Walker: Seeks applicants for Register of Deeds of Florence County   MADISON – Governor Scott Walker announced today that he is seeking applicants for appointment as register of deeds in Florence County.The appointment will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Pattie Gehlhoff. The new register of deeds will complete a term ending January 4, 2021. If you are interested in applying for the position, please submit the following: Online Application: found on Governor Walker’s website:  www.walker.wi.gov. (On the right side, click “Menu” and hover over “Serve WI” and then click on “Service Applications”) If the online

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NARAL Pro-Choice America: Endorses Kelda Roys for governor

Contact: media@prochoiceamerica.org Candidate for Wisconsin Governor Wins Endorsement From Nation’s Leading Pro-Choice Advocacy Group Washington, DC — NARAL Pro-Choice America today announced its endorsement of Kelda Roys in her campaign for Governor of Wisconsin. NARAL’s support brings significant financial and grassroots resources, with a membership over 35,000 strong in Wisconsin. “Kelda Roys has been a steadfast champion for Wisconsin women and families. We are so proud to endorse her for Governor,” said Ilyse Hogue, president of NARAL Pro-Choice America. “With the onslaught of attacks on women’s health at the state level, it is more important than ever to elect champions

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Gronik campaign: Gov. Walker claims Democrats filled with ‘hate and anger’ at WisGOP Convention

Contact: Brandon Weathersby, 414-364-6729, brandon@andygronik.com MILWAUKEE – While Gov. Scott Walker was busy polishing up his political messaging inside the Republican state convention telling adoring fans that Democrats are “filled with hate and anger,” he failed to look out the window and witness the conversations Andy Gronik was having with both Democrats and Republicans all weekend long. Like every career politician, Walker knows how to study a poll and interpret election results. He knows Democrats on the ballot as common-sense problem-solvers with an optimistic vision of the future are winning special elections in Wisconsin. You don’t have to look further than Patty

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Roys campaign: Roys endorsed by NARAL Pro-Choice America and the National Organization for Women – Wisconsin

Contact: Brian Evans, (630) 217-7561 brian@keldaforgovernor.com Roys’ campaign continues gaining momentum Madison, WI – Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Kelda Roys recently received the endorsement of two influential women’s and civil rights organizations, NARAL Pro-Choice America and the Wisconsin chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW). “Kelda Roys has been a steadfast champion for Wisconsin women and families. We are so proud to endorse her for Governor,” said Ilyse Hogue, president of NARAL Pro-Choice America. “Kelda Roys will continue to be a strong voice for women and families across Wisconsin.” “Kelda Roys is a leader on issues of equality and women’s

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Gronik campaign: Follow the money: Foxconn edition

Contact: Brandon Weathersby, 414-364-6729, brandon@andygronik.com MILWAUKEE – This weekend, while other Democratic candidates for governor stayed home, Andy Gronik took the fight for a Wisconsin That Works to Gov. Scott Walker’s at the Republican Party’s state convention. Gronik deployed a rolling billboard that circled the convention center like a shark, calling out Walker for the special interest donors he’s prioritized over Wisconsinites since being elected. The next day, reports surfaced that Foxconn Technology Group selected the Hammes Company, owned by major Republican donor and Scott Walker ally, Jon Hammes, as the master planner for building its manufacturing complex in Southeast Wisconsin.

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Proposes bipartisan amendments to the 2018 Farm Bill

Phone: 202-225-5506 Aaron.White@mail.house.gov La Crosse – Today, U.S. Rep. Ron Kind proposed seven amendments to the Rules Committee for consideration in the 2018 Farm Bill, H.R.2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act. The amendments Rep. Kind led include amendments to create more transparency in the crop insurance program, protect the Conservation Stewardship Program, and avoid trade disputes with Brazil due to U.S. cotton subsidies. “I am proud to offer amendments to the Farm Bill that create more transparency, protect our farming and outdoor traditions, and save Wisconsinites hard-earned money,” said Rep. Ron Kind. “We need to come together and demand a better Farm Bill that works

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Sen. Shilling: Foxconn ties to Walker campaign exposed

Contact: Kate Constalie, kate.constalie@legis.wi.gov, 608-266-5490 MADISON, WI – Questions are being raised as connections between Foxconn and Gov. Walker’s campaign were recently brought to light. The company leading the Foxconn development project is run by Jon Hammes, who currently serves as the finance chairman for Gov. Walker’s re-election campaign. Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) released the following statement: “After a historic Republican corporate giveaway, taxpayers should be concerned that Foxconn hired a firm owned by a Walker campaign official,” said Senator Shilling. “This taxpayer-funded project is padding the pockets of Gov. Walker’s campaign finance chairman while diverting money

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WisDems: Wisconsin Republicans sound the alarm: ‘Please do nothing to harm the other candidate’

Contact: Brad Bainum, bradb@wisdems.org “Will Republican party leaders Senator Ron Johnson or Governor Scott Walker intervene, or will they repeat their mistakes from the past?” MADISON — Fresh off of winning the Republican Party of Wisconsin’s endorsement on Saturday, ultra-conservative state Sen. Leah Vukmir immediately called on her GOP primary opponent Kevin

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Renard campaign: Statement on special election primary results

Contact: Dylan Lange 920-304-6409 Info@RenardforSenate.com DE PERE, WI – Alex Renard has released the following statement regarding the results to tonight’s primary election results: “I am humbled by the outpouring of support I received over the last two months by my friends and neighbors across Wisconsin’s 1st State Senate District. I am proud

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Steil campaign: County executives back Bryan Steil for Congress

CONTACT: Andrew Iverson Campaign Manager 608.449.1529 Andrew@SteilForWisconsin.com JANESVILLE — Bryan Steil today announced that Racine County Executive John Delagrave and Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow have endorsed his campaign to represent the 1st Congressional District of Wisconsin. “Bryan Steil is focused on preparing the next generation for the jobs of the

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Gov. Walker: Seeks applicants for Register of Deeds of Florence County

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839   Gov. Walker: Seeks applicants for Register of Deeds of Florence County   MADISON – Governor Scott Walker announced today that he is seeking applicants for appointment as register of deeds in Florence County.The appointment will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Pattie Gehlhoff. The

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NARAL Pro-Choice America: Endorses Kelda Roys for governor

Contact: media@prochoiceamerica.org Candidate for Wisconsin Governor Wins Endorsement From Nation’s Leading Pro-Choice Advocacy Group Washington, DC — NARAL Pro-Choice America today announced its endorsement of Kelda Roys in her campaign for Governor of Wisconsin. NARAL’s support brings significant financial and grassroots resources, with a membership over 35,000 strong in Wisconsin.

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Gronik campaign: Gov. Walker claims Democrats filled with ‘hate and anger’ at WisGOP Convention

Contact: Brandon Weathersby, 414-364-6729, brandon@andygronik.com MILWAUKEE – While Gov. Scott Walker was busy polishing up his political messaging inside the Republican state convention telling adoring fans that Democrats are “filled with hate and anger,” he failed to look out the window and witness the conversations Andy Gronik was having with both Democrats

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Roys campaign: Roys endorsed by NARAL Pro-Choice America and the National Organization for Women – Wisconsin

Contact: Brian Evans, (630) 217-7561 brian@keldaforgovernor.com Roys’ campaign continues gaining momentum Madison, WI – Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Kelda Roys recently received the endorsement of two influential women’s and civil rights organizations, NARAL Pro-Choice America and the Wisconsin chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW). “Kelda Roys has been a

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Gronik campaign: Follow the money: Foxconn edition

Contact: Brandon Weathersby, 414-364-6729, brandon@andygronik.com MILWAUKEE – This weekend, while other Democratic candidates for governor stayed home, Andy Gronik took the fight for a Wisconsin That Works to Gov. Scott Walker’s at the Republican Party’s state convention. Gronik deployed a rolling billboard that circled the convention center like a shark, calling

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Proposes bipartisan amendments to the 2018 Farm Bill

Phone: 202-225-5506 Aaron.White@mail.house.gov La Crosse – Today, U.S. Rep. Ron Kind proposed seven amendments to the Rules Committee for consideration in the 2018 Farm Bill, H.R.2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act. The amendments Rep. Kind led include amendments to create more transparency in the crop insurance program, protect the Conservation Stewardship Program, and avoid

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Sen. Shilling: Foxconn ties to Walker campaign exposed

Contact: Kate Constalie, kate.constalie@legis.wi.gov, 608-266-5490 MADISON, WI – Questions are being raised as connections between Foxconn and Gov. Walker’s campaign were recently brought to light. The company leading the Foxconn development project is run by Jon Hammes, who currently serves as the finance chairman for Gov. Walker’s re-election campaign. Senate

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