ADCC, SSDC fundraiser with Tony Evers

Wednesday, Oct. 24 ADCC & SSDC Joint Fundraiser with special guest Tony Evers! 5 – 6:30 p.m. Industrious, 25 W Main St, 5th floor, Madison WI Sponsorship Levels: $5000, $2500, $1000, $500 $250 to attend **please split your sponsorship level in separate checks to the ADCC and the SSDC RSVP to liz@assemblydemocrats.com

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Leahy campaign fundraiser

Thursday, Oct. 18 Alyson Leahy (AD-85) in Wausau 5 – 7 p.m. 1510 Adams Court Wausau WI 54403 RSVP to alysonforwisconsin@gmail.com $50 Suggested Contribution, $100 Co-Sponsor

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Shrader campaign fundraiser

Thursday, Oct. 18 Art Shrader (AD-50) in Reedsburg 5:30 p.m. The Vault Lounge, 170 E Main Street Reedsburg WI Believer $749, Partner $549, Friend $249 RSVP to will@assemblydemocrats.com

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Walker campaign: Scott Walker lays out record of helping families make ends meet to move Wisconsin forward, not backward

Contact: Austin Altenburg media@scottwalker.com Ad spotlights governor’s record of turning Wisconsin around by holding the line on taxes and helping the economy create jobs, increase wages [Madison, Wis.] – Scott Walker today unveiled a new TV ad highlighting how he is helping hard-working families make ends meet and moving Wisconsin forward by cutting taxes and freezing tuition instead of taking our state backward with higher income, property, and gas taxes. Scott Walker is working to help families in Wisconsin make ends meet. Property and income taxes are both lower now than they were in 2010, the governor has frozen UW System

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Speaker Ryan: Makes remarks at the National Press Club

CONTACT  AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 WASHINGTON—Today, in a speech at the National Press Club, House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) discussed how Americans are “Better Off Now,” highlighting the positive results delivered by Republican policies in contrast to the Democrats’ vision for America. Below are Speaker Ryan’s full remarks, as prepared for delivery: “Thank you, Andrea. It is great to be here this afternoon at the National Press Club. “One of the most valuable things we have in a democracy is the spirited exchange of ideas. “By celebrating the First Amendment, this organization plays a vital role in fostering civic dialogue—here and

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Evers campaign: Tony Evers announces plan to lower prescription drug costs

Contact: press@tonyevers.com(608) 501-2762  MADISON – Today, Democratic nominee for Governor, Tony Evers, announced his “Pay Less for Rx” plan to lower prescription drug costs in Wisconsin. As Governor, Tony will protect coverage for people with pre-existing conditions and address skyrocketing healthcare costs, including making expensive prescriptions more affordable for Wisconsin families. “We shouldn’t have to use GoFundMe to pay for medical bills, and we shouldn’t walk into our pharmacies wondering whether a prescription is going to cost an arm or a leg or both,” said Evers. “The bottom line is that too often health care isn’t affordable in Wisconsin, in large

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Gov. Walker: Orders flags to half-staff for Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839 MADISON – Governor Scott Walker ordered flags to half-staff on Saturday, October 13, 2018, in honor of Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day, which concludes Fire Prevention Week in Wisconsin. Fire Prevention Week began on Sunday, October 7, 2018, and concludes on October 13, 2018. “Wisconsin’s firefighters dedicate their lives to serve and protect our communities, putting their lives on the line to save others on a daily basis,” said Governor Walker. “This year we lost three brave firefighters in the line of duty, Cory Barr, Richard Garner Jr., and Philip Neubich Sr. We will always remember

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WisPolitics Midday: Oct. 8, 2018

In today’s WisPolitics Midday: Senate Majority Leader believes there will be a deal with Kimberly-Clark. Tammy Baldwin campaigns announces fund-raising numbers. DNC says they are investing heavily in Wisconsin. … 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     Forgot Password

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SPJ Madison: Save the date: SPJ Madison holiday party and raffle to be held Dec. 13

MADISON — The Madison chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists will hold its annual holiday party and raffle Thursday, Dec. 13 from 7-10 p.m. All area journalists and journalism supporters are encouraged to attend the free event, held at the Argus Bar, 123 E. Main St. in Madison. Please consider donating a raffle prize and bringing a dish to pass. Contact SPJ members Breann Schossow and Briana Reilly at spjmadisononline@gmail.com for details on donating. The annual holiday party and raffle continues the tradition of SPJ Madison and local journalists raising money to advance journalism. In the past, the raffle

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A Better Mount Pleasant: Eminent domain actions filed against Mt. Pleasant residents without Village Board knowledge or approval

Contact: Kelly Gallaher 414/350-6858 abettermtpleasant@gmail.com “Jurisdictional offers to take property and remove owners in Foxconn area were signed and filed by hired contractors – official legal actions never discussed with Village Trustees.” MT. PLEASANT, WI OCTOBER 8, 2018 – On September 24, 2018, Mt. Pleasant village trustees voted to approve the Award of Damages on nine parcels of land representing $4,287,300 which resulted from Jurisdictional Offers signed and filed by contractors with the county clerk on behalf of the village without trustee knowledge or approval. Five parcels on the agenda, representing $1,309,900 in damages, were the subject of current litigation

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WEDC: Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants

WEDC expects to award grants to 20 districts; deadline is Dec. 13 MADISON, WI. Oct. 8, 2018 – The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is now accepting applications for the fourth year of its Fabrication Laboratories (Fab Labs) Grant Program, which provides funding to help public schools build or expand fab labs. The grant program supports hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) education by assisting public school districts with equipment purchases for instructional and educational purposes in fab labs. Fab labs are high-tech workshops with the latest equipment, including computer-controlled manufacturing components such as 3D printers, laser engravers

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In latest ad, Walker touts efforts to help families ‘make ends meet’

Gov. Scott Walker’s latest TV ad touts his efforts to “help Wisconsin families make ends meet,” while again warning the state “can’t afford to turn back now.” The spot, Walker’s 26th of his re-election bid, features the guv talking directly into the camera and he says, “We lowered property taxes, cut income taxes and froze UW tuition.” He adds wages are up and more people are working than “ever be… 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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Dept. of Military Affairs: Practice good cyber hygiene with your online accounts

CONTACT: Andrew Beckett | ngwi.pao@mail.mil | 608-242-3211 by ReadyWisconsin MADISON, Wis. – From paying bills to interacting with friends, online accounts have become a crucial part of our lives. October is Cyber Security Awareness Month in Wisconsin, and it’s a good time to secure those accounts. “Online banking, social media, and email are all essential services in our daily lives,” said Maj. Gen. Don Dunbar, Wisconsin’s adjutant general and homeland security advisor. “Since these services handle our most sensitive information, it’s essential to take every possible precaution to ensure those accounts remain secure.” There are several steps people can take to protect

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Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Evidence mounting that Act 10 is improving K-12 education

For more information, contact: Cameron Sholty | WILL Communications Director cameron@will-law.org | 414-727-7416 | 262-409-9816 WILL study adds to growing list of academic studies showing positive impact of collective bargaining reform October 8, 2018 – Milwaukee, WI – Act 10, the landmark collective bargaining reforms passed in 2011, remains one of the most important and consequential pieces of state legislation in America. While the protests and the recall elections may have faded, the impact of the law, particularly on education in the Badger State, remains an intense interest. Since 2011, studies of Act 10 have revealed how teacher retirements actually

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ADCC, SSDC fundraiser with Tony Evers

Wednesday, Oct. 24 ADCC & SSDC Joint Fundraiser with special guest Tony Evers! 5 – 6:30 p.m. Industrious, 25 W Main St, 5th floor, Madison WI Sponsorship Levels: $5000, $2500, $1000, $500 $250 to attend **please split your sponsorship level in separate checks to the ADCC and the SSDC RSVP

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Leahy campaign fundraiser

Thursday, Oct. 18 Alyson Leahy (AD-85) in Wausau 5 – 7 p.m. 1510 Adams Court Wausau WI 54403 RSVP to alysonforwisconsin@gmail.com $50 Suggested Contribution, $100 Co-Sponsor

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Shrader campaign fundraiser

Thursday, Oct. 18 Art Shrader (AD-50) in Reedsburg 5:30 p.m. The Vault Lounge, 170 E Main Street Reedsburg WI Believer $749, Partner $549, Friend $249 RSVP to will@assemblydemocrats.com

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Walker campaign: Scott Walker lays out record of helping families make ends meet to move Wisconsin forward, not backward

Contact: Austin Altenburg media@scottwalker.com Ad spotlights governor’s record of turning Wisconsin around by holding the line on taxes and helping the economy create jobs, increase wages [Madison, Wis.] – Scott Walker today unveiled a new TV ad highlighting how he is helping hard-working families make ends meet and moving Wisconsin forward

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Speaker Ryan: Makes remarks at the National Press Club

CONTACT  AshLee Strong, Doug Andres 202-225-0600 WASHINGTON—Today, in a speech at the National Press Club, House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) discussed how Americans are “Better Off Now,” highlighting the positive results delivered by Republican policies in contrast to the Democrats’ vision for America. Below are Speaker Ryan’s full remarks, as prepared for

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Evers campaign: Tony Evers announces plan to lower prescription drug costs

Contact: press@tonyevers.com(608) 501-2762  MADISON – Today, Democratic nominee for Governor, Tony Evers, announced his “Pay Less for Rx” plan to lower prescription drug costs in Wisconsin. As Governor, Tony will protect coverage for people with pre-existing conditions and address skyrocketing healthcare costs, including making expensive prescriptions more affordable for Wisconsin families.

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WisPolitics Midday: Oct. 8, 2018

In today’s WisPolitics Midday: Senate Majority Leader believes there will be a deal with Kimberly-Clark. Tammy Baldwin campaigns announces fund-raising numbers. DNC says they are investing heavily in Wisconsin. … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial

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A Better Mount Pleasant: Eminent domain actions filed against Mt. Pleasant residents without Village Board knowledge or approval

Contact: Kelly Gallaher 414/350-6858 abettermtpleasant@gmail.com “Jurisdictional offers to take property and remove owners in Foxconn area were signed and filed by hired contractors – official legal actions never discussed with Village Trustees.” MT. PLEASANT, WI OCTOBER 8, 2018 – On September 24, 2018, Mt. Pleasant village trustees voted to approve

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