La Crosse, WI – Today, Rep. Ron Kind released a report of his legislative and casework accomplishments in 2020. “This year has been particularly tough for all of us, but in Congress, I continued to work across the aisle to find commonsense solutions to the problems Wisconsinites have faced and continue to face. It’s important to me to be transparent with constituents and let them know how I’m serving them, and with this report, I hope to accomplish just that,” said Rep. Ron Kind. “As communities across Wisconsin continue to be affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, I want to remind folks that my office

WASHINGTON – During an interview on ‘Fox and Friends’ Wednesday, U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) spoke about the need to better target financial relief to those who truly need it and the need to have a fair and unbiased federal investigation into Hunter Biden’s business dealings. Excerpts of the interview are below and video can be found here. On Covid relief “So, first of all, there’s the demand to increase the $600 per-person payments up to $2,000 per-person, which would increase the average amount of money going to households, for Covid relief about $2,400 in the original CARES Act to a family

In conversations with business owners over the past year, after stories of hardships upon hardships, many, although certainly not all, have ended with, “But we’re going to be OK.” This proof of the creativity, determination, and grit of Wisconsin’s small business owners is the charge for our state as we begin to move beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. We need to apply the lessons of 2020 to ensure that not only does Wisconsin recover, but that we create a Wisconsin stronger than ever. Like the businesses we partner with, WEDC had to adapt quickly to the changes the pandemic wrought. On

MILWAUKEE – Missy Hughes, secretary and CEO of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), will be the featured guest at a virtual event set for noon on Tuesday, January 12. This Newsmaker Lunch Hour is presented by a partnership between the Milwaukee Press Club and WisPolitics.com. Hughes has lead WEDC since October 2019, when she was appointed by Gov. Tony Evers. WEDC leads economic development efforts for the state by providing resources, operational support and financial assistance to companies, partners and communities in Wisconsin.  For example, in 2020, WEDC has provided more than $220 million in assistance to small businesses impacted by the

MADISON, Wis. — 2020 was the “Year of the Guard” across the nation, as America’s Citizen Soldiers and Airmen answered the call in an unprecedented way in everything from traditional overseas deployments to civil unrest, pandemic response, and supporting the nation’s elections.   Nowhere in America was the “Year of the Guard” more prevalent than in the Badger State, where the state called on the Wisconsin National Guard more than in any other time in the organization’s proud history.   Here’s a look back at the year that was:   The first year of the new decade began with overseas

MADISON – Today, Rep. Stubbs (D-Madison) was virtually sworn in to the 2021-22 session of the Wisconsin State Assembly by Governor Tony Evers. Following the swearing in, Rep. Stubbs (D-Madison) issued the following statement:   “I am honored to represent the constituents of the 77th Assembly District for a second term. As your Representative, I will continue to fight for equity across our state, and combat the public health crisis of racism. Together we can make Wisconsin a better place to live for everyone” “Action by our elected leaders is needed now more than ever. I look forward to fighting for your needs,

Audio file of radio address.  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address encouraging Wisconsinites to take care of their and their loved one’s mental health during this holiday season. Hi everyone, Governor Tony Evers here. The holidays can be a difficult time for many and Wisconsinites across our state and country have had a stressful year personally, financially, emotionally. It’s important to remember that no matter what you are going through, you’re not alone and help is available. The Department of Health Services has compiled resources for Wisconsinites to stay resilient through these tough times. From

They join over 400 stakeholders who pledged support in the first day Madison – Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education members Nicki Vander Muelen, Savion Castro, Ananda Mirilli and Ali Muldrow join over 400 residents including local elected officials and organizational leaders in endorsing Brandi Grayson in the first day of her campaign for Madison Alder, District 14. Nicki Vander Meulen, School Board Clerk, disability rights advocate and defense attorney had this to say about Brandi: “Brandi Grayson is a change maker. At a time when people are content with the status quo Brandi pushes the boundaries to make our city a more equitable place to live. It is my pleasure to endorse a candidate who puts equity and inclusion at