7th CD debate

WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 1, 6-8 p.m. WHERE: LUHS Theatre, Lakeland Union High School, Minocqua WHO: 7th CD candidates U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy and Margaret Engebretson

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Greater Wisconsin TV ad hits Schimel on pre-existing conditions

The Greater Wisconsin is up with a new TV ad that accuses GOP AG Brad Schimel of “leading the fight” to allow insurance companies to deny coverage to those with pre-existing conditions. The narrator opens the ad saying the lives of those with pre-existing conditions depends on having affordable health care. But Schimel is “using our tax dollars to strike down protections for pre-existing conditions, jeopardizing coverage for 852,000 Wisconsinites.” As the narrator says Schimel is leading the fight to allow insurances companies to deny coverage to those with pre-existing conditions, the word “denied” in all capital letters is stamped

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THU PM Update: Jadin becomes third former Walker cabinet official to back Evers

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Former WEDC CEO Paul Jadin today became the third former member of Scott Walker’s cabinet to back Dem Tony Evers for guv, joining two of his past colleagues in charging the guv has put his own political interest ahead of the state’s. Jadin, former Financial Institutions Secretary Peter Bildsten and former Corrections Secretary… 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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Gov. Walker: President Trump approves federal disaster declaration for Wisconsin following recent floods

Office of Governor Scott Walker FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 18, 2018 Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839 MADISON – Governor Scott Walker today announced that President Donald J. Trump has approved a federal disaster declaration to help individuals and local communities impacted by devastating floods and strong storms that occurred in August and September. Earlier this month, Governor Walker requested federal disaster aid. “This is welcome news to many people whose lives were impacted by recent flooding,” said Governor Walker. “There still is a lot of work to be done and more assistance that is needed.” Under the declaration, individuals, families,

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Steil touts ‘Wisconsin-style solutions’ as he plays football in new TV ad

Republican Bryan Steil is touting his support for “Wisconsin-style solutions” as he plays football with kids in a new TV ad. The 1st CD Republican opens the 30-second spot by introducing himself while a boy hikes a ball to him. The camera then pans to the faces of three boys on the opposite side of the line of scrimmage, who are each sporting Randy Bryce-esque mustaches. Meanwhile, Steil tells vie… 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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Steil campaign: VIDEO: Steil tackles taxes and regulations in new ad

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | October 18, 2018 Media Contact: Andrew Iverson, Communications Director JANESVILLE, Wis. – First Congressional District candidate Bryan Steil pledged to go long for education and block taxes and regulations in his football-themed TV ad released today. Steil says we “can’t afford to drop the ball” on the important issues. “As we head into the fourth quarter of our campaign, this ad highlights my priorities for Southeast Wisconsin,” said Bryan Steil. “With my experience in the private sector and on the UW Board of Regents, I saw firsthand how Washington can limit job growth. In Congress, I’ll

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WisGOP: Farmers win with Walker – would be hurt by Evers’ policies

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 18, 2018 Contact: Alec Zimmerman (608) 257-4765 Wisconsin agriculture industry grows with Walker’s leadership, while Tony Evers’ reckless policies would take Wisconsin farmers backward [Madison, WI] — With the reforms of Governor Walker, Wisconsin farms now export $3.5 billion in agricultural supplies to 147 countries around the world. Wisconsin farms now export over $3.5 billion in agricultural supplies to 147 countries around the world. Tony Evers would take Wisconsin farmers backward by eliminating crucial tax relief for farmers all while pushing a variety of other tax hikes including raising the gas tax by as much as

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Republican State Leadership Committee: Frostman’s ideas would cost Wisconsin taxpayers billions, while promoting bureaucrats ahead of loved ones’ medical decisions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE David James djames@rslc.gop RSLC Launches Issue Ad Targeting Caleb Frostman’s Support of Government Run Healthcare WASHINGTON (October 18, 2018) – The Republican State Leadership Committee (RSLC) today launched a six-figure cable issue ad campaign in Wisconsin Senate District One. The issue ad highlights Caleb Frostman’s open and public support of a single-payer healthcare system in Wisconsin and the billions it would cost taxpayers. “Wisconsin has brought its economy back under the ideas and reforms of the Walker- Kleefisch team, backed by the Republican majorities in the State Senate and State Assembly, to a record low of 2.9%,”

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Duffy campaign: Announces endorsement from Wisconsin sheriffs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday October 18, 2018 CONTACT: Mark Bednar WAUSAU, WI – Wisconsin Congressman Sean Duffy’s campaign today announced the endorsement of 16 sheriffs from throughout central, western, and northern Wisconsin. The law enforcement community has come out in full support of Sean’s campaign. The sheriffs, noted below, released the following statement in support of Congressman Duffy’s re-election bid. “The law enforcement community stands with Congressman Sean Duffy because we know that Sean backs the badge,” said the sheriffs. “As a former northern Wisconsin prosecutor, Sean understands the issues that we face every day, including the influx of drugs

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Rep. Bowen: Commends Shorewood community for discussion on race

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Rep. David Bowen October 18, 2018 (608) 266-7671 Young people, school community show leadership amid “To Kill a Mockingbird” controversy MILWAUKEE – Upon cancellation of a Shorewood High School production of “To Kill a Mockingbird,” Rep. David Bowen (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement: “While many in the community have strong feelings about the course taken by Shorewood School District, I am so proud of the way students have led us to stay engaged in productive conversations. This resulted in a real win by everyone reevaluating the effects of unintended consequences that could hurt those in the

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7th CD debate

WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 1, 6-8 p.m. WHERE: LUHS Theatre, Lakeland Union High School, Minocqua WHO: 7th CD candidates U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy and Margaret Engebretson

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Greater Wisconsin TV ad hits Schimel on pre-existing conditions

The Greater Wisconsin is up with a new TV ad that accuses GOP AG Brad Schimel of “leading the fight” to allow insurance companies to deny coverage to those with pre-existing conditions. The narrator opens the ad saying the lives of those with pre-existing conditions depends on having affordable health

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Steil campaign: VIDEO: Steil tackles taxes and regulations in new ad

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | October 18, 2018 Media Contact: Andrew Iverson, Communications Director JANESVILLE, Wis. – First Congressional District candidate Bryan Steil pledged to go long for education and block taxes and regulations in his football-themed TV ad released today. Steil says we “can’t afford to drop the ball” on

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WisGOP: Farmers win with Walker – would be hurt by Evers’ policies

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 18, 2018 Contact: Alec Zimmerman (608) 257-4765 Wisconsin agriculture industry grows with Walker’s leadership, while Tony Evers’ reckless policies would take Wisconsin farmers backward [Madison, WI] — With the reforms of Governor Walker, Wisconsin farms now export $3.5 billion in agricultural supplies to 147 countries around

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Republican State Leadership Committee: Frostman’s ideas would cost Wisconsin taxpayers billions, while promoting bureaucrats ahead of loved ones’ medical decisions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE David James djames@rslc.gop RSLC Launches Issue Ad Targeting Caleb Frostman’s Support of Government Run Healthcare WASHINGTON (October 18, 2018) – The Republican State Leadership Committee (RSLC) today launched a six-figure cable issue ad campaign in Wisconsin Senate District One. The issue ad highlights Caleb Frostman’s open and

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Duffy campaign: Announces endorsement from Wisconsin sheriffs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday October 18, 2018 CONTACT: Mark Bednar WAUSAU, WI – Wisconsin Congressman Sean Duffy’s campaign today announced the endorsement of 16 sheriffs from throughout central, western, and northern Wisconsin. The law enforcement community has come out in full support of Sean’s campaign. The sheriffs, noted below, released

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Rep. Bowen: Commends Shorewood community for discussion on race

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Rep. David Bowen October 18, 2018 (608) 266-7671 Young people, school community show leadership amid “To Kill a Mockingbird” controversy MILWAUKEE – Upon cancellation of a Shorewood High School production of “To Kill a Mockingbird,” Rep. David Bowen (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement: “While many in

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