WED News Summary: Evers issues order limiting gatherings; Milwaukee scraps sports venues as early voting locations

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Van Orden Campaign: Tours agriculture facilities ahead of election

HAGER CITY, WI – On Monday, Derrick Van Orden toured the Heartland Farms facility in Bancroft to demonstrate his commitment to fighting for Wisconsin’s agriculture industry that saw more than 800 farm closures during the 8 months Ron Kind and Democrats held up the USMCA.   WAOW covered his tour and spoke with Derrick about his commitment to the 3rd District.   Check out the full story here, and take a look at some excerpts below:   [Derrick] said if elected, his career won’t be “politics as usual.”   “Well I’m running to represent the people of the third district of the state

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Protect Our Care Wisconsin: VP Debate reaction

Washington, DC — During tonight’s debate, Vice President Mike Pence failed to answer a basic question about how he and President Trump would protect people with pre-existing conditions and waved away concerns about Senate Republicans rushing to confirm anti-ACA Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. In response Protect Our Care Executive Director Brad Woodhouse issued the following statement:   “As President Trump’s Vice President, Mike Pence is responsible for the administration’s war on health care. Pence has cheered on Trump’s relentless attacks on Americans’ health care including multiple attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act. When those attempts

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ACLU of Wisconsin: Responds to Milwaukee DA’s decision not to charge Wauwatosa Officer Mensah for fatal shooting Of Alvin Cole

MILWAUKEE — The ACLU of Wisconsin issued the following statement today after the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office made the decision not to charge Wauwatosa Police Officer Joseph Mensah more than ten months after the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Alvin Cole.   Chris Ott, Executive Director of the ACLU of Wisconsin, said the following:   “The decision not to charge Wauwatosa Police Offic… 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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U.S. Rep. Moore: Statement on decision not to charge Officer Joseph Mensah in shooting of Alvin Cole

Today, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement in response to the announcement that Officer Joseph Mensah will not be charged in the shooting of Alvin Cole: “Tragedies like these have happened too often. It’s incredibly alarming that this police officer has been involved in the fatal shootings of three people. What is clear is that we need greater accountability and transparency in policing. This must include mandatory body cameras, psychological testing, de-escalation training, and other key reforms.”

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Dept. of Transportation: As deer activity increases, drivers need to slow down, be alert

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), State Patrol and partner law enforcement agencies are reminding motorists to be alert for the potential of deer darting across roadways during upcoming weeks. Deer/vehicle crashes typically peak during the October and November “rutting” period when bucks pursue potential mates. “The best strategy to protect yourself and minimize the chance of hitting a deer is to buckle up, slow down and watch the road ahead carefully,” said David Pabst, Director of WisDOT’s Bureau of Transportation Safety. “Deer can be seen any time of day, but they’re especially active around dusk and dawn.” Last year in

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Biden campaign: Statement from Packers Hall of Fame coach Mike Holmgren on announcement of no fans at Lambeau Field: “It didn’t have to be this bad”

Today, Packers Hall of Fame Coach Mike Holmgren released the following statement after the Green Bay Packers announced an indefinite hold on fans for games played at Lambeau Field: “Today’s announcement makes one thing very clear — President Trump’s failure to mount a forceful response to the coronavirus pandemic has had profound consequences for Green Bay’s economy. Small businesses in the community are paying dearly. We are now months into this crisis, cases are surging across Wisconsin, and President Trump still doesn’t have a plan to get the virus under control. It didn’t have to be this bad. Joe Biden has a

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Biden campaign: Racine and Kenosha leaders to continue “Joe’s in Your Corner” tour with event on Biden’s plan to protect access to affordable health care

On Wednesday, October 7, Biden for President Wisconsin will continue its virtual “Joe’s in Your Corner” tour with an event highlighting Joe Biden’s commitment to protect health care coverage for people with pre-existing conditions, lower the costs of care, and expand coverage to all Americans. At the event, Racine and Kenosha leaders including Racine State Representative Greta Neubauer, Racine City Councilmember John Tate II, and Kenosha Community Advocate Atifa Robinson will highlight the importance of Biden’s plans to protect care for the 2.4 million Wisconsinites with pre-existing conditions, who stand to lose critical protections if the Supreme Court overturns the Affordable Care Act, and

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Steil campaign: Raises more than $600,000 in quarter three, reports nearly $1.3 million cash-on-hand

JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN–Today, the Steil for Wisconsin campaign announced that the committee raised more than $625,000 during the third quarter of 2020. The campaign now has more than $1.29 million cash-on-hand with less than one month until Election Day. “I am grateful for the broad base and grassroots support our campaign continues to receive. I fight every day for Southeast Wisconsin because this is home. Wisconsin families and workers are still struggling and I am working tirelessly in Congress to defeat this virus, get Wisconsin back to work, and keep our communities safe. As we head into the final weeks, I

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Van Orden campaign: Raises over $1 million in the Third Quarter

HAGER CITY, WI – After outraising Ron Kind in the Second Quarter, Derrick Van Orden continued to demonstrate the momentum behind his campaign raising more than $1 million in the Third Quarter. Derrick’s campaign has received endorsements from national and local leaders including President Trump and Vice President Pence, as well as 14 sheriffs across the district. The support Derrick has garnered has put Ron Kind and Democrats on notice. Kind’s top ally, Nancy Pelosi, has started pouring support into the district for Kind, indicating that Derrick’s candidacy puts Kind’s seat in jeopardy. With 4 weeks remaining, Derrick Van Orden’s

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WED News Summary: Evers issues order limiting gatherings; Milwaukee scraps sports venues as early voting locations

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Van Orden Campaign: Tours agriculture facilities ahead of election

HAGER CITY, WI – On Monday, Derrick Van Orden toured the Heartland Farms facility in Bancroft to demonstrate his commitment to fighting for Wisconsin’s agriculture industry that saw more than 800 farm closures during the 8 months Ron Kind and Democrats held up the USMCA.   WAOW covered his tour and

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Protect Our Care Wisconsin: VP Debate reaction

Washington, DC — During tonight’s debate, Vice President Mike Pence failed to answer a basic question about how he and President Trump would protect people with pre-existing conditions and waved away concerns about Senate Republicans rushing to confirm anti-ACA Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. In response Protect

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Biden campaign: Statement from Packers Hall of Fame coach Mike Holmgren on announcement of no fans at Lambeau Field: “It didn’t have to be this bad”

Today, Packers Hall of Fame Coach Mike Holmgren released the following statement after the Green Bay Packers announced an indefinite hold on fans for games played at Lambeau Field: “Today’s announcement makes one thing very clear — President Trump’s failure to mount a forceful response to the coronavirus pandemic has had profound

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Biden campaign: Racine and Kenosha leaders to continue “Joe’s in Your Corner” tour with event on Biden’s plan to protect access to affordable health care

On Wednesday, October 7, Biden for President Wisconsin will continue its virtual “Joe’s in Your Corner” tour with an event highlighting Joe Biden’s commitment to protect health care coverage for people with pre-existing conditions, lower the costs of care, and expand coverage to all Americans. At the event, Racine and Kenosha leaders including Racine

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Van Orden campaign: Raises over $1 million in the Third Quarter

HAGER CITY, WI – After outraising Ron Kind in the Second Quarter, Derrick Van Orden continued to demonstrate the momentum behind his campaign raising more than $1 million in the Third Quarter. Derrick’s campaign has received endorsements from national and local leaders including President Trump and Vice President Pence, as

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