Speaker Ryan: Remarks honoring the fallen at the Rochester, WI Memorial Day service

CONTACT AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 ROCHESTER, WI—House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) spoke today at the 152nd Memorial Day Service in Rochester, Wisconsin. His remarks, as prepared, are below: “This, to me, is small-town tradition—small-town patriotism—at its finest. “Think about how, before this—before a local telegrapher organized a small ceremony to honor his younger brother, who died for the Union—this really hadn’t been done before in America. “Think about how, before America—before our Founders conceived a government by the people, based on a vision of liberty and justice for all—that idea had never been tried before in the world. “It

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Walker campaign: This Memorial Day

Freedom. Endowed by our Creator. Defined by our Constitution. Defended each and every day by the men and women who proudly wear the uniform of these United States of America. Thank you to all who have worn the uniform and to those still wearing it today. Most important, as we gather around the state and across the nation, we pause to remember those who paid the ultimate price for the freedoms we cherish today. The names of the fallen will forever be a part of our history. Wisconsin became the 30th state in the union on May 29, 1848. The

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Baldwin campaign: Remember their stories

I talk a lot about stories as a powerful tool to make change. Even the painful ones, because often they’re the most important. This Memorial Day, I’m paying tribute to the men and women who have given their lives to defend our freedom. I’m remembering their stories. Those who have served, and those who continue to serve, are the very best of who we are. We should listen to the stories of parents, spouses, and children whose loved ones have made the ultimate sacrifice. And to truly honor the grace, selflessness, and courage of these patriots, we must turn their

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Flynn campaign: Statement on Memorial Day

For Immediate Release May 28, 2018 Contact: Bryan Kennedy – (414) 517-3864 (Eau Claire) — Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate and U.S. Navy veteran Matt Flynn made the following statement for Memorial Day. “Today is a solemn day when we remember those individuals who gave their lives for our country. As a veteran, it is a personal honor to have served among them. It is also a reminder of the duty we all share to honor their memory by continuing to form a more perfect union. “We must also honor the men and women who served and returned to us, but with

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Rep. Quinn: Recognized for Internet, infrastructure accomplishments

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 25, 2018 Contact: Rep. Quinn (888) 534-0075 Madison – Representative Romaine Quinn (R-Barron) was recognized on Thursday by the Wisconsin State Telecommunications Association for what WSTA Executive Director Bill Esbeck called “an MVP caliber list” of accomplishments in the 2017-19 legislative session. “Representative Quinn’s leadership on rural broadband initiatives is an indication of his commitment to rural Wisconsin,” Esbeck. “Rural communities with robust broadband can remain competitive in a 21st century economy, and Representative Quinn supports policy that results in partnerships, investment, and increased broadband deployment.” Rep. Quinn authored several bills that promoted broadband expansion: Assembly Bill 123, which was

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Gov. Walker: Orders flags to half-staff on Monday, May 28 for Memorial Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 25, 2018 Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839 MADISON – Governor Scott Walker issued Executive Order 293 today ordering flags to be lowered to half-staff on Monday, May 28, 2018, for Memorial Day in remembrance of Wisconsin service members who gave their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces. A copy of the executive order is attached.

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Statement on the observance of Memorial Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 05-27-2018 Contact: Aaron White, Phone: 202-225-5506, Aaron.White@mail.house.gov Eau Claire – Today, U.S. Rep. Ron Kind released the following statement in advance of the observance of Memorial Day: “As Wisconsinites come together on Memorial Day, it is important that we take time to reflect on the sacrifice and service our brave men and women in the Armed Forces, and their families, make to protect our freedoms and safety. The heroism and selflessness shown by our fallen servicemembers is the ultimate form of patriotism. Our respect and gratitude extends far beyond this holiday weekend – it is everlasting. I hope everyone takes

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Gov. Walker: Releases Memorial Day statement honoring Wisconsin’s Fallen Heroes

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 28, 2018 Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839 MADISON – Governor Scott Walker today released the following Memorial Day statement honoring those who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces: Today is a day to remember the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect the freedoms we hold dear today. We honor their lives and their service to our country as we pray for their families and loved ones. Governor Walker also issued Executive Order 293 ordering the flag of the United States and the flag of the State of Wisconsin

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‘UpFront’: Kaul says DOJ needs new leadership

Democratic candidate for Wisconsin attorney general Josh Kaul said the Department of Justice needs “new leadership in a host of areas.” One of those areas, Kaul said, is fighting crime. He cited a backlog of rape kits that need testing and said Republican incumbent Attorney General Brad Schimel hasn’t moved fast enough. “That should have been a priority,” Kaul said on Sunday’s “UpFront with Mike G… 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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Walker campaign: This Memorial Day

Freedom. Endowed by our Creator. Defined by our Constitution. Defended each and every day by the men and women who proudly wear the uniform of these United States of America. Thank you to all who have worn the uniform and to those still wearing it today. Most important, as we

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Baldwin campaign: Remember their stories

I talk a lot about stories as a powerful tool to make change. Even the painful ones, because often they’re the most important. This Memorial Day, I’m paying tribute to the men and women who have given their lives to defend our freedom. I’m remembering their stories. Those who have

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Flynn campaign: Statement on Memorial Day

For Immediate Release May 28, 2018 Contact: Bryan Kennedy – (414) 517-3864 (Eau Claire) — Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate and U.S. Navy veteran Matt Flynn made the following statement for Memorial Day. “Today is a solemn day when we remember those individuals who gave their lives for our country. As a

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Rep. Quinn: Recognized for Internet, infrastructure accomplishments

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 25, 2018 Contact: Rep. Quinn (888) 534-0075 Madison – Representative Romaine Quinn (R-Barron) was recognized on Thursday by the Wisconsin State Telecommunications Association for what WSTA Executive Director Bill Esbeck called “an MVP caliber list” of accomplishments in the 2017-19 legislative session. “Representative Quinn’s leadership on rural broadband initiatives

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Statement on the observance of Memorial Day

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 05-27-2018 Contact: Aaron White, Phone: 202-225-5506, Aaron.White@mail.house.gov Eau Claire – Today, U.S. Rep. Ron Kind released the following statement in advance of the observance of Memorial Day: “As Wisconsinites come together on Memorial Day, it is important that we take time to reflect on the sacrifice and service our brave

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‘UpFront’: Kaul says DOJ needs new leadership

Democratic candidate for Wisconsin attorney general Josh Kaul said the Department of Justice needs “new leadership in a host of areas.” One of those areas, Kaul said, is fighting crime. He cited a backlog of rape kits that need testing and said Republican incumbent Attorney General Brad Schimel hasn’t moved

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