Marion campaign: Democratic primary turnout strong in SD 17

Contact: Anna Landmark, Campaign Manager (608) 886-8801, anna@krissforwisconsin.com Blanchardville – Democrats are turning out in extraordinary numbers in 2018, placing Kriss Marion, Democratic candidate for State Senate District 17, in a strong position going into November. Marion outperformed her Republican opponent, Howard Marklein, by 28%. “I am honored and humbled by the support I’ve received as we race toward November 6 in Senate District 17,” said Marion. Overall, Democratic primary turnout exceeded Republican turnout in every county in the 17th Senate District. “As I go door to door in communities across the district, I am seeing how motivated people are

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Walker campaign: Launches new ad heading into general election with new reforms for Wisconsin

Contact: Austin Altenburg media@scottwalker.com [Madison, Wis.] – On Wednesday, Scott Walker’s campaign released a new statewide TV ad to highlight his agenda to keep Wisconsin working for generations to come. The ad outlines effective reforms to grow Wisconsin to be even better for recent college graduates, young families, and seniors. From youth apprenticeship programs beginning in 7th and 8th grades to reducing student loan debt for college graduates who work and live in Wisconsin, Scott Walker is investing in our state’s future. He is also focusing his agenda on helping senior citizens stay in their homes, and helping ease the

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Meets with Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh

Contact: Ben Voelkel – 202-228-0071 WASHINGTON — Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) met with Judge Brett Kavanaugh, President Trump’s nominee to join the Supreme Court, Wednesday to discuss his nomination and judicial philosophy. A photo from the meeting is attached and below. “Judge Kavanaugh’s impressive legal background combined with his compelling personal history makes his nomination an easy one to support. Most importantly, as I have reviewed his judicial record I am confident of his intent to apply the law as a judge, not alter it as a super-legislator. I look forward to voting to confirm his nomination to the Supreme Court

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Milwaukee-area voters helped propel Vukmir to victory in GOP Senate primary

Leah Vukmir won the Milwaukee media market with nearly 60 percent of the vote in Tuesday’s GOP U.S. Senate primary even as she and her allies were outspent on TV there over the final three weeks of the campaign. Ad buy information a GOP source shared with WisPolitics.com showed business consultant Kevin Nicholson and two PACs backing him spent just more than $1 million on broadcast and cable TV in… 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

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Evers campaign: Response to Walker’s lies about Tony Evers and the gas tax

Contact: press@tonyevers.com (608) 501-2762 The following statement is from Tony Evers’ campaign manager Maggie Gau in response to Scott Walker’s lie that Tony Evers would “quadruple” the gas tax: “Tony Evers has been very clear: he will do what it takes to fix the roads that Scott Walker has allowed to crumble. But he has never said he would quadruple the gas tax. “The fact remains that because of Scott Walker, Wisconsin has the second worst roads in the nation and the average driver is forced to spend $640 a year to fix their cars due to the road conditions.

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THU AM Update: Appeals Court Judge Hagedorn announces Supreme Court bid

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Advertisement The Madison Club From WisPolitics.com … — Conservative Appeals Court Judge Brian Hagedorn formally announced his bid for the state Supreme Court today, saying Wisconsinites “want a justice who will defend the rule of law, uphold the constitution, and protect the public.” Hagedorn, a formal chief legal counsel to Gov. Scott Walker, ha… 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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Hagedorn announces bid for state Supreme Court

Conservative Appeals Court Judge Brian Hagedorn formally announced his bid for the state Supreme Court today, saying Wisconsinites “want a justice who will defend the rule of law, uphold the constitution, and protect the public.” Hagedorn, a formal chief legal counsel to Gov. Scott Walker, has been weighing a bid over the last several months for the seat being given up by liberal Justice Shirley Abrahamson. So far, fellow 2nd District Court of Appeals Judge Lisa Neubauer is the only other candidate to formally announce a campaign. Hagedorn also announced this morning he has been endorsed by conservative Justices Rebecca

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Hagedorn campaign: Announces candidacy for the Wisconsin Supreme Court

(262) 372-6866 info@judgehagedorn.com Court of Appeals Judge Brian Hagedorn is announcing today he is seeking election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court for the seat being vacated by Justice Shirley Abrahamson. Judge Hagedorn issued the following statement: After countless conversations across the state, the message is loud and clear. Our citizens want a justice who will defend the rule of law, uphold the constitution, and protect the public. Defending the rule of law means that personal political values have no place on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. A judge’s job is to say what the law is, not what the judge thinks

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McCabe campaign: Mike McCabe thanks supporters and encourages continued engagement

Media Contact: Christine Welcher Campaign Manager Phone: 608-279-2733 Email address: Christine@GovernorBlueJeans.com August 15, 2018 – Mike McCabe and his People Powered campaign fell short of their goal during Tuesday’s election, but they remained upbeat and extremely proud of their accomplishments. Since the kick off in September 2017, the campaign has worked to inspire and engage people around the state who felt ignored and forgotten. The fruits of those efforts were seen in the level of dedication and determination shown by grassroots supporters at events, forums and while canvassing. Since September the campaign has: – Traveled over 100,000 miles around the

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Marion campaign: Democratic primary turnout strong in SD 17

Contact: Anna Landmark, Campaign Manager (608) 886-8801, anna@krissforwisconsin.com Blanchardville – Democrats are turning out in extraordinary numbers in 2018, placing Kriss Marion, Democratic candidate for State Senate District 17, in a strong position going into November. Marion outperformed her Republican opponent, Howard Marklein, by 28%. “I am honored and humbled

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Meets with Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh

Contact: Ben Voelkel – 202-228-0071 WASHINGTON — Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) met with Judge Brett Kavanaugh, President Trump’s nominee to join the Supreme Court, Wednesday to discuss his nomination and judicial philosophy. A photo from the meeting is attached and below. “Judge Kavanaugh’s impressive legal background combined with his compelling personal

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THU AM Update: Appeals Court Judge Hagedorn announces Supreme Court bid

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Advertisement The Madison Club From WisPolitics.com … — Conservative Appeals Court Judge Brian Hagedorn formally announced his bid for the state Supreme Court today, saying Wisconsinites “want a justice who will defend the rule of law, uphold the constitution, and protect the public.” Hagedorn, a formal

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Hagedorn announces bid for state Supreme Court

Conservative Appeals Court Judge Brian Hagedorn formally announced his bid for the state Supreme Court today, saying Wisconsinites “want a justice who will defend the rule of law, uphold the constitution, and protect the public.” Hagedorn, a formal chief legal counsel to Gov. Scott Walker, has been weighing a bid

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Hagedorn campaign: Announces candidacy for the Wisconsin Supreme Court

(262) 372-6866 info@judgehagedorn.com Court of Appeals Judge Brian Hagedorn is announcing today he is seeking election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court for the seat being vacated by Justice Shirley Abrahamson. Judge Hagedorn issued the following statement: After countless conversations across the state, the message is loud and clear. Our citizens

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