WisGOP: Reaction to Seventh Circuit Court decision

[Madison, WI] – The Republican Party of Wisconsin released the following statement from Chairman Andrew Hitt: “We thank the Seventh Circuit for their speedy decision and agree with today’s ruling. The law is the law and Wisconsin Republicans will continue to make sure that it is followed to ensure the integrity of this election.”

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VanderMeer campaign fundraiser

A Brats & Bonfire Bash in support of Representative Nancy VanderMeer With special guest Brian Schimming Friday, October 16th 4:00-7:00PM The Hall Farm 18940 Eden Ave Tomah, WI Host Levels Available: Gold: $1000 Silver: $500 Bronze: $250 Suggested donation: $25 Checks can be made payable to: Nancy 4 Wisconsin 18940 Eden Ave Tomah, WI 54660 Please RSVP by calling or texting Nancy at 608-343-6666  

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Rep. Vos: Statement on 7th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling

Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement concerning today’s ruling in the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit: “The decision is a victory for fair elections for all Wisconsin citizens. The court agreed the rules should not be changed so close to an election and judges are not entitled to change them. “Once again, outside liberal interest groups have been thwarted from meddling in a Wisconsin election. Thanks to the diligence of the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals, Wisconsin elections will be held under the same state laws that have served us so well in the past.”

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AARP: Survey shows Wisconsin voters age 50-plus aren’t shifting their candidate preferences

MADISON, WI – AARP Wisconsin’s final battleground election survey of likely Wisconsin voters age 50-plus finds President Trump (46%) trailing former Vice President Joe Biden (49%). The poll results have moved only slightly from AARP WI’s first poll, released Sept. 10, which showed Trump (45%) trailing Biden (50%). The survey, conducted by Benenson Strategy Group, also found that fears about contracting the coronavirus have increased among those age 50-plus – from 53% worried about catching the virus a month ago to 65% in the latest poll. “Wisconsin is poised to play a crucial role in the outcome of this year’s election and our

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Milwaukee Police Department Appreciation Day

JOIN US! The First Annual Milwaukee Police Appreciation Day Thursday, October 15, 2020 9:00 am District 1 – MPD 749 W. State Street Milwaukee, WI Join us for the first of this annual event to bring the community and local law enforcement together. Because our hearts beat the same, so should our commitment in creating the same shared rhythm toward peace! Also we are asking people to drop off treats to you local police district.  For More Information: Tracey Dent at (414) 502-7296

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Sen. Fitzgerald: Statement on 7th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling

[Madison, WI] – Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald released the following statement following a ruling from the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals in DNC v Bostelmann: “This ruling is a huge win for preserving the integrity of our election process in Wisconsin. Elections are decided on Election Day, period. Having ballots flow into clerk’s offices all over the state for days following Election Day is a preposterous setup that would completely undermine confidence in our state’s election processes. “Legislative Republicans have once again had to seek relief from the courts to stop the Democrats from exploiting Covid-19 for their own

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Palzewicz campaign: Endorsement from Vice President Joe Biden

Brookfield, WI-The Tom Palzewicz for Congress campaign is pleased to announce an endorsement from Vice President Joe Biden. “A Navy Veteran, small-business owner, and lifelong Wisconsinite, Tom Palzewicz is the right leader for Wisconsin’s families. Tom will reach across the aisle to serve working families, not special interests. And, he’ll fight to help us build back better. I’m proud to support Tom Palzewicz for Congress,” said Vice President Biden. Palzewicz stated, “In the midst of a global health crisis, our country dealt with ineffective leadership at the highest level. Wisconsin lost $25 million due to our legislators’ arrogance and refusal

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U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Brown: Join Wisconsinites and Ohioans with pre-existing conditions to discuss health care after Trump Supreme Court nomination

MADISON, WI and CLEVELAND, OH – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH) met virtually with Wisconsinites and Ohioans who have a pre-existing health condition, or who are the parent of a child with a pre-existing condition and are at risk of losing access to health care coverage for them or their family if the Affordable Care Act is overturned.   On November 10, 2020, the Supreme Court will hear arguments in a lawsuit supported by President Trump to overturn the Affordable Care Act completely, including guaranteed protections for 135 million Americans with pre-existing health conditions. If confirmed by the

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Biden campaign: Racine and Kenosha leaders discuss plan to protect access to affordable health care

Yesterday, as part of Biden for President Wisconsin’s “Joe’s in Your Corner” tour, Racine and Kenosha leaders — including Racine State Representative Greta Neubauer, Racine City Councilmember John Tate II, and Kenosha Community Advocate Atifa Robinson — discussed Joe Biden’s commitment to protect care for people with pre-existing conditions, lower the cost of health care, address racial disparities in health outcomes, and expand coverage to all Americans. The leaders also highlighted President Trump’s ongoing attempts to eliminate the Affordable Care Act and gut protections for people with pre-existing conditions. More than 2.4 million individuals in Wisconsin have pre-existing conditions, including over 300,000 children. If

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Zunker campaign: Endorsement from Vice President Joe Biden

WAUSAU, WI –  Vice President Joe Biden has endorsed Tricia Zunker, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s Seventh Congressional District, stating: “Tricia Zunker is the leader Wisconsin’s 7th congressional district needs right now. As a judge for her tribe, Ho-Chunk Nation, and school board president of the Wausau School District, Tricia is a fighter for her communities’ families. Tricia has the experience, dedication and determination to ensure economic security, rural broadband access, and affordable health care for Wisconsinites and I am excited to endorse Tricia Zunker for Congress.” WI-07 Democratic Candidate Tricia Zunker released the following statement in response:   “I am honored and deeply

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U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: Dairy margin coverage enrollment for 2021 opens Oct. 13

CHIPPEWA FALLS, WISCONSIN, Oct. 8, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will begin accepting applications for the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 for 2021 enrollment. “This year has been a market roller coaster for the dairy industry, and the Dairy Margin Coverage program is a valuable tool dairy producers can use to manage risk,” said Bill Northey, USDA’s Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, during a roundtable at a dairy in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. “We were excited to roll out this new and improved program through the 2018 Farm Bill, and if you haven’t enrolled in previous

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Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association: Real Town Hall on U.S. foreign trade and policy

MADISON, WI (October 8, 2020) —  As the U.S. presidential election approaches, it often seems like the real issues get buried amid sound bites and campaign promises. Join us from the comfort of your own home for the next in a series of Real Town Halls. Nationally renowned experts from the UW will discuss U.S. foreign relations, trade, and policy. Susan Webb Yackee, director of the La Follette School of Public Affairs, will moderate the discussion with guests: Menzie Chinn is a professor of public affairs and economics. His research examines the empirical and policy aspects of macroeconomic interactions between countries. Professor

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WisDems: Statement on Eric Trump visit to Wisconsin

(WISCONSIN) — In response to Eric Trump’s upcoming visit to Wisconsin, Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Philip Shulman released the following statement: “It’s more clear than ever that regardless of what Trump and his campaign do, Wisconsinites know the president has completely failed to address the COVID-19 pandemic and keep families safe. What’s more is in the midst of this pandemic, which continues to fuel a soaring infection rate and hospitals on the brink of bed shortages, Trump is still trying to dismantle the health care system and strip protections for people with pre-existing conditions. Trump and his cronies have repeatedly

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WisGOP: Reaction to Seventh Circuit Court decision

[Madison, WI] – The Republican Party of Wisconsin released the following statement from Chairman Andrew Hitt: “We thank the Seventh Circuit for their speedy decision and agree with today’s ruling. The law is the law and Wisconsin Republicans will continue to make sure that it is followed to ensure the

Read More »

VanderMeer campaign fundraiser

A Brats & Bonfire Bash in support of Representative Nancy VanderMeer With special guest Brian Schimming Friday, October 16th 4:00-7:00PM The Hall Farm 18940 Eden Ave Tomah, WI Host Levels Available: Gold: $1000 Silver: $500 Bronze: $250 Suggested donation: $25 Checks can be made payable to: Nancy 4 Wisconsin 18940

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Rep. Vos: Statement on 7th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling

Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement concerning today’s ruling in the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit: “The decision is a victory for fair elections for all Wisconsin citizens. The court agreed the rules should not be changed so close to an election and judges

Read More »

Milwaukee Police Department Appreciation Day

JOIN US! The First Annual Milwaukee Police Appreciation Day Thursday, October 15, 2020 9:00 am District 1 – MPD 749 W. State Street Milwaukee, WI Join us for the first of this annual event to bring the community and local law enforcement together. Because our hearts beat the same, so

Read More »

Sen. Fitzgerald: Statement on 7th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling

[Madison, WI] – Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald released the following statement following a ruling from the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals in DNC v Bostelmann: “This ruling is a huge win for preserving the integrity of our election process in Wisconsin. Elections are decided on Election Day, period. Having

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Palzewicz campaign: Endorsement from Vice President Joe Biden

Brookfield, WI-The Tom Palzewicz for Congress campaign is pleased to announce an endorsement from Vice President Joe Biden. “A Navy Veteran, small-business owner, and lifelong Wisconsinite, Tom Palzewicz is the right leader for Wisconsin’s families. Tom will reach across the aisle to serve working families, not special interests. And, he’ll

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U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Brown: Join Wisconsinites and Ohioans with pre-existing conditions to discuss health care after Trump Supreme Court nomination

MADISON, WI and CLEVELAND, OH – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH) met virtually with Wisconsinites and Ohioans who have a pre-existing health condition, or who are the parent of a child with a pre-existing condition and are at risk of losing access to health care coverage for them

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Biden campaign: Racine and Kenosha leaders discuss plan to protect access to affordable health care

Yesterday, as part of Biden for President Wisconsin’s “Joe’s in Your Corner” tour, Racine and Kenosha leaders — including Racine State Representative Greta Neubauer, Racine City Councilmember John Tate II, and Kenosha Community Advocate Atifa Robinson — discussed Joe Biden’s commitment to protect care for people with pre-existing conditions, lower the cost of health

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Zunker campaign: Endorsement from Vice President Joe Biden

WAUSAU, WI –  Vice President Joe Biden has endorsed Tricia Zunker, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s Seventh Congressional District, stating: “Tricia Zunker is the leader Wisconsin’s 7th congressional district needs right now. As a judge for her tribe, Ho-Chunk Nation, and school board president of the Wausau School District, Tricia is a fighter for

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WisDems: Statement on Eric Trump visit to Wisconsin

(WISCONSIN) — In response to Eric Trump’s upcoming visit to Wisconsin, Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Philip Shulman released the following statement: “It’s more clear than ever that regardless of what Trump and his campaign do, Wisconsinites know the president has completely failed to address the COVID-19 pandemic and keep families

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