THU PM Update: Milwaukee Co. Judge Borowski pondering bid to replace Abrahamson

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Milwaukee County Judge David Borowski said he’ll decide within a few weeks whether to mount a bid to replace Shirley Abrahamson on the state Supreme Court next year. “As with life, [with] running for office, timing is everything. And for me, one of the big factors is this the right time and the right seat? I enjoy my current po… 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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Marshfield Clinic Health System: Security Health Plan announce recipients of nearly $300,000 in ABCs for Healthy Communities grants

CONTACT:  John Gardner, 715-221-8659, gardner.john@marshfieldclinic.org; Rebecca Normington, 715-221-9726, normington.rebecca@securityhealth.org                   An electronic copy of this release can be found at http://marshfieldclinic.org/news MARSHFIELD – Marshfield Clinic Health System and Security Health Plan again this year are making investments in Wisconsin communities by awarding nearly $300,000 in ABCS for Healthy Community grants to focus on addressing community health issues. ABCS are alcohol and substance abuse, behavioral health, chronic disease and social determinants of health. This year’s recipients are: Bayfield County Health Department Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northcentral Wisconsin Community Connections to Prosperity of Barron County, Inc. Eau Claire Area School District Juneau County Health Department Lake Holcombe

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Speaker Ryan: Statement on tariff announcement

CONTACT  AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 WASHINGTON—House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) issued the following statement on the decision to impose tariffs on aluminum and steel imports from Canada, Mexico, and the European Union: “I disagree with this decision. Instead of addressing the real problems in the international trade of these products, today’s action targets America’s allies when we should be working with them to address the unfair trading practices of countries like China. There are better ways to help American workers and consumers. I intend to keep working with the president on those better options.”

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WisGOP: Report shows Democrat field for governor rife with campaign finance hypocrisy

Contact: Alec Zimmerman (608) 257-4765   Cap Times reveals Mahlon Mitchell, Kelda Roys saying one thing while doing another on money in politics [Madison, WI] — Democrat candidates aren’t practicing what they preach when it comes to raising money in the race for governor. A report today from The Cap Times outlines how at least two candidates’ fundraising efforts are failing to live up to their flowery liberal rhetoric. “The highly flawed Democrats running for governor hypocritically condemn money in politics until it’s being spent in their favor. As each candidate tries to outmatch the next on their anti-money rhetoric, they’re actually

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Rep. Felzkowski: Announces June in-district office hours

CONTACT: Rep. Mary Felzkowski 608-266-7694   Madison, WI – Following the success of her May In-District Office Hours, Rep. Mary Felzkowski (R-Irma) is announcing the upcoming date and times of her June Office Hours. “I had a wonderful time discussing local issues and concerns with those who attended by office hours this past month. I always appreciate the insights of my constituents and found the conversations we had to be incredibly valuable. Thank you to all of you who attended, and I hope to see more of you in the coming months as I continue to host office hours around the

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Rep. Crowley: Statement on the retirement of Justice Shirley Abrahamson

Contact: Timothy Schabo 920.915.0479 MILWAUKEE, WI – Rep. David Crowley (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement on the retirement of Justice Shirley Abrahamson of the Wisconsin Supreme Court: “Though I am saddened by the retirement of Justice Shirley Abrahamson, I am happy to take this moment to recognize her incredible legacy on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.  Throughout more than four decades on the Court, Justice Abrahamson has served as a pioneer in many aspects of our judicial system.  She has entered history as the first woman to serve on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, the first female Chief Justice on the Court,

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WI Supreme Court: Appoints a new chief judge in Tenth District, re-appoints chief judges in three other districts and the Court of Appeals

CONTACT: Tom Sheehan Court Information Officer (608) 261-6640   Madison, Wis. (May 31, 2018) – The Wisconsin Supreme Court has appointed a Barron County Circuit Court judge as the next chief judge of the Tenth Judicial Administrative District, and the Court re-appointed circuit court judges from Kenosha, Marathon, and Marinette counties to new two-year terms as chief judges of their respective judicial administrative districts. The Court also re-appointed Chief Judge Lisa S. Neubauer to a new three-year term as chief judge of the Wisconsin Court of Appeals. All appointments and re-appointments are effective Aug. 1. Deputy Chief Judge Maureen D. Boyle, Barron

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UW Colleges and UW-Extension: Dr. Cathy Sandeen named University of Alaska Anchorage chancellor

Contact: Katy Byrnes Kaiser UW Colleges/UW-Extension katy.kaiser@uwex.uwc.edu (608) 577-4228 (cell) (608) 890-0667 (office) MADISON, Wis. – Dr. Cathy Sandeen has been named the next chancellor for the University of Alaska Anchorage following a nationally competitive search. University of Alaska President Jim Johnsen made the announcement Wednesday. Sandeen currently is chancellor of the University of Wisconsin Colleges and University of Wisconsin-Extension. During her tenure, Sandeen led the charge in increasing operational efficiencies without sacrificing the student experience. She developed and implemented a new organization for the UW Colleges based on regionalization/consolidation, resulting in over $5 million annual savings; modernized the 100-year-old organizational

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Kaump campaign: Campaign finance regulation must address childcare costs

Contact: Philip Gorman Wisconsin for Kaump (608) 395-8941 info@kaumpforstatetreasurer.com State Treasurer Candidate requests ruling to lift burden holding back qualified political candidates (Madison, WI) Democrat and candidate for State Treasurer Cynthia Kaump requested this week from the Wisconsin Ethics Commission a formal state-level opinion on the use of campaign funds for childcare. “The additional cost of childcare while running a statewide campaign is stifling.” says Kaump. “Travel and last-minute childcare needs are frequent. Parents will not run if they cannot shoulder the added expense of securing safe and reliable childcare while campaigning.” A recent Federal ruling on the issue prompted

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Marshfield Clinic Health System: Security Health Plan announce recipients of nearly $300,000 in ABCs for Healthy Communities grants

CONTACT:  John Gardner, 715-221-8659, gardner.john@marshfieldclinic.org; Rebecca Normington, 715-221-9726, normington.rebecca@securityhealth.org                   An electronic copy of this release can be found at http://marshfieldclinic.org/news MARSHFIELD – Marshfield Clinic Health System and Security Health Plan again this year are making investments in Wisconsin communities by awarding nearly $300,000 in ABCS for Healthy Community grants to focus on addressing community health

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Speaker Ryan: Statement on tariff announcement

CONTACT  AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 WASHINGTON—House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) issued the following statement on the decision to impose tariffs on aluminum and steel imports from Canada, Mexico, and the European Union: “I disagree with this decision. Instead of addressing the real problems in the international trade of these products,

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Rep. Felzkowski: Announces June in-district office hours

CONTACT: Rep. Mary Felzkowski 608-266-7694   Madison, WI – Following the success of her May In-District Office Hours, Rep. Mary Felzkowski (R-Irma) is announcing the upcoming date and times of her June Office Hours. “I had a wonderful time discussing local issues and concerns with those who attended by office hours

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Rep. Crowley: Statement on the retirement of Justice Shirley Abrahamson

Contact: Timothy Schabo 920.915.0479 MILWAUKEE, WI – Rep. David Crowley (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement on the retirement of Justice Shirley Abrahamson of the Wisconsin Supreme Court: “Though I am saddened by the retirement of Justice Shirley Abrahamson, I am happy to take this moment to recognize her incredible legacy

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WI Supreme Court: Appoints a new chief judge in Tenth District, re-appoints chief judges in three other districts and the Court of Appeals

CONTACT: Tom Sheehan Court Information Officer (608) 261-6640   Madison, Wis. (May 31, 2018) – The Wisconsin Supreme Court has appointed a Barron County Circuit Court judge as the next chief judge of the Tenth Judicial Administrative District, and the Court re-appointed circuit court judges from Kenosha, Marathon, and Marinette counties

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UW Colleges and UW-Extension: Dr. Cathy Sandeen named University of Alaska Anchorage chancellor

Contact: Katy Byrnes Kaiser UW Colleges/UW-Extension katy.kaiser@uwex.uwc.edu (608) 577-4228 (cell) (608) 890-0667 (office) MADISON, Wis. – Dr. Cathy Sandeen has been named the next chancellor for the University of Alaska Anchorage following a nationally competitive search. University of Alaska President Jim Johnsen made the announcement Wednesday. Sandeen currently is chancellor of

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Kaump campaign: Campaign finance regulation must address childcare costs

Contact: Philip Gorman Wisconsin for Kaump (608) 395-8941 info@kaumpforstatetreasurer.com State Treasurer Candidate requests ruling to lift burden holding back qualified political candidates (Madison, WI) Democrat and candidate for State Treasurer Cynthia Kaump requested this week from the Wisconsin Ethics Commission a formal state-level opinion on the use of campaign funds

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