Rep. Neubauer: Potential changes to Foxconn scope concerning

Contact: Rep. Greta Neubauer, 608-237-9166 Rep.Neubauer@legis.wisconsin.gov New reports require follow up and evaluation MADISON, WI – Today, Representative Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement regarding the recent articles outlining potential changes to the Foxconn development in Wisconsin: “Like many of my neighbors, I read the concerning Reuters report yesterday that Foxconn may be shifting their plans in our area. “As soon as I heard the news, I reached out to local government and Foxconn in an attempt to gain clarity. I will continue to be in close contact with the Evers Administration, my colleagues in local and state government,

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WEDC: Statement from Mark R. Hogan, secretary and CEO

“I have been involved with the Foxconn project from day one and there never have been any side deals and the contract stands on its own. In addition, there have been no attempts by either the company or the Evers’ or Walker administrations to renegotiate WEDC’s contract. Governor Evers and his administration have done a very good job of reaching out to company officials and developing a relationship that will protect our taxpayers’ interests and at the same time, give Foxconn the ability to be successful in Wisconsin.”

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Foxconn Technology Group: Statement

Foxconn is continuing its Wisconsin project. The company remains committed to its long-term investment and creating 13,000 jobs in Wisconsin. All interactions to date with Governor Evers and his team have been constructive and we look forward to further discussions as we continue to invest in American talent and broaden the base of our investment within the State of Wisconsin. While Foxconn’s need to be responsive to the global market environment has necessitated a reconsideration of which technology will best suit the needs of its customers, its commitment to the construction of the Wisconn Valley Science and Technology Park campus

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Alan Talaga: A return to local control

For nearly a decade, the GOP-controlled Wisconsin Legislature micromanaged the state’s cities, particularly Madison and Milwaukee. It will have a harder time usurping local control with Gov. Tony Evers in office.

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American Dairy Coalition: Applauds bipartisan work on the ‘Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act’ of 2019

Media Contact: Laurie Fischer CEO 920-965-6070 info@americandairycoalitioninc.com The American Dairy Coalition (ADC) and the dairy producers we represent across the nation applaud the efforts of Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee Collin Peterson (D-MN) and Rep. Glenn Thompson (R-PA) on the introduction of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act. 1-31-2019: “Milk is the No. 1 source of nine essential nutrients in the diets of our students, but if they don’t drink it these health benefits are lost,” Rep. Thompson said in a press release on his official website. “Milk consumption has been declining in schools throughout the nation because kids are not

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Society of Professional Journalists monthly meeting

SPJ Madison Monthly Business Meeting 6 pm, Monday, February 4, 2019 Next Door Brewing, 2439 Atwood Ave, Madison Agenda Call to order by Interim President Breann Schossow Approval of January 2019 minutes Treasurer’s Report President’s Report Membership Report Discussion: Mission Statement Discussion: Social media goals for February Instagram takeovers Discussion: Board positions available ahead of April meeting Update: Future events Trivia (mid-February) Speed networking (?) Panel (“How Does the Editorial Process Work?”) Possible outing with UW’s science writer in residence Partnering to sponsor weeknight trainings Update: Creating a fund for SPJ-supported journalism Update: Hunter contest Update: Mark of Excellence Judging

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Receives Financial Services Subcommittee assignments

Contact: Sally Fox Sally.Fox@mail.house.gov WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Bryan Steil announced his Financial Services Committee subcommittee assignments for the 116th Congress. Steil will serve on the Subcommittee on Housing, Community Development, and Insurance, the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, and the Subcommittee on Diversity and Inclusion. “We need to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to obtain the American dream. The subcommittee assignments will allow me to focus on helping families achieve financial stability,” said Steil. “We must make sure all parts of our community, including rural and city neighborhoods, have the ability to attract investment and create good paying jobs. I will also work

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THU News Summary: Evers’ transportation task force; reaction to Foxconn’s changing plans

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** Feb. 21: WisPolitics.com Luncheon with Assembly Speaker Robin Vos Join WisPolitics.com for lunch at The Madison Club, 5 East Wilson St., Madison, on Thursday, Feb. 21 with Assembly Speaker Robin Vos. Vos will discuss Assembly Republican priorities and the GOP Assembly’s relationship with the new administration. Che… 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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Lt. Gov. Barnes: Democratic weekly radio address: Winter weather update

Contact: GOVPress@wisconsin.gov Democratic Radio Address By Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes Audio File of Radio Address Hello, this is Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, here to offer the weekly Democratic Radio Address. Over the last week we’ve endured record low temperatures and heavy snowfall across the State of Wisconsin. As we continue to monitor developing weather conditions, Governor Evers and I want to extend a thank you to those working at state agencies, as well as our first responders, law enforcement officers, and snow plow drivers for their around-the-clock efforts to make sure we keep the public safe. We would also like to

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WisDems: Radical, hateful content found on blog of Supreme Court candidate Brian Hagedorn

Contact: Courtney Beyer, courtneyb@wisdems.org Hagedorn’s partisan agenda has no place on Wisconsin’s highest bench MADISON — Reporting from Dan Bice at the Journal Sentinel has shined a spotlight on the extremely radical content found on the blog of Supreme Court candidate and former counsel to Scott Walker, Judge Brian Hagedorn. Bice reports that Hagedorn maintained a blog where he regularly wrote posts dehumanizing members of the LGBTQ community, even going so far as to relate homosexuality with bestiality. Hagedorn is vying for a seat on Wisconsin’s Supreme Court against Chief Judge of the Wisconsin Court of Appeals Lisa Neubauer. “Hateful statements like these are wholly

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Rep. Neubauer: Potential changes to Foxconn scope concerning

Contact: Rep. Greta Neubauer, 608-237-9166 Rep.Neubauer@legis.wisconsin.gov New reports require follow up and evaluation MADISON, WI – Today, Representative Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement regarding the recent articles outlining potential changes to the Foxconn development in Wisconsin: “Like many of my neighbors, I read the concerning Reuters report yesterday

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WEDC: Statement from Mark R. Hogan, secretary and CEO

“I have been involved with the Foxconn project from day one and there never have been any side deals and the contract stands on its own. In addition, there have been no attempts by either the company or the Evers’ or Walker administrations to renegotiate WEDC’s contract. Governor Evers and

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Foxconn Technology Group: Statement

Foxconn is continuing its Wisconsin project. The company remains committed to its long-term investment and creating 13,000 jobs in Wisconsin. All interactions to date with Governor Evers and his team have been constructive and we look forward to further discussions as we continue to invest in American talent and broaden

Read More »

Alan Talaga: A return to local control

For nearly a decade, the GOP-controlled Wisconsin Legislature micromanaged the state’s cities, particularly Madison and Milwaukee. It will have a harder time usurping local control with Gov. Tony Evers in office.

Read More »

American Dairy Coalition: Applauds bipartisan work on the ‘Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act’ of 2019

Media Contact: Laurie Fischer CEO 920-965-6070 info@americandairycoalitioninc.com The American Dairy Coalition (ADC) and the dairy producers we represent across the nation applaud the efforts of Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee Collin Peterson (D-MN) and Rep. Glenn Thompson (R-PA) on the introduction of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act. 1-31-2019: “Milk

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Society of Professional Journalists monthly meeting

SPJ Madison Monthly Business Meeting 6 pm, Monday, February 4, 2019 Next Door Brewing, 2439 Atwood Ave, Madison Agenda Call to order by Interim President Breann Schossow Approval of January 2019 minutes Treasurer’s Report President’s Report Membership Report Discussion: Mission Statement Discussion: Social media goals for February Instagram takeovers Discussion:

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Receives Financial Services Subcommittee assignments

Contact: Sally Fox Sally.Fox@mail.house.gov WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Bryan Steil announced his Financial Services Committee subcommittee assignments for the 116th Congress. Steil will serve on the Subcommittee on Housing, Community Development, and Insurance, the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, and the Subcommittee on Diversity and Inclusion. “We need to ensure that everyone has

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THU News Summary: Evers’ transportation task force; reaction to Foxconn’s changing plans

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** Feb. 21: WisPolitics.com Luncheon with Assembly Speaker Robin Vos Join WisPolitics.com for lunch at The Madison Club, 5 East Wilson St., Madison, on Thursday, Feb. 21 with Assembly Speaker Robin Vos. Vos will discuss Assembly Republican priorities and the GOP Assembly’s relationship with the new

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Lt. Gov. Barnes: Democratic weekly radio address: Winter weather update

Contact: GOVPress@wisconsin.gov Democratic Radio Address By Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes Audio File of Radio Address Hello, this is Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, here to offer the weekly Democratic Radio Address. Over the last week we’ve endured record low temperatures and heavy snowfall across the State of Wisconsin. As we continue to

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WisDems: Radical, hateful content found on blog of Supreme Court candidate Brian Hagedorn

Contact: Courtney Beyer, courtneyb@wisdems.org Hagedorn’s partisan agenda has no place on Wisconsin’s highest bench MADISON — Reporting from Dan Bice at the Journal Sentinel has shined a spotlight on the extremely radical content found on the blog of Supreme Court candidate and former counsel to Scott Walker, Judge Brian Hagedorn. Bice reports that Hagedorn maintained

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