The degree to which bigotry and attempts to marginalize gay men and women still occur, and some politicians turn policy ideas into culture war issues for the cheap sake of campaign fodder, proves why the news from Nassib is important to be heard in many places across the nation.
Why officially acknowledging Juneteenth means something
Senator wins attention with Wisconsin beer, not for the first time.
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June 23, 2021 Contact: Julia Hamelburg (julia.hamelburg@wisdems.org) WisDems Welcome President Biden and Secretary Vilsack Madison Wis. — On Tuesday, June 29, President Biden will visit southwest Wisconsin with Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack to talk about growing agriculture and rural economies. In response, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Executive Director Nellie Sires released the following statement: “We’re thrilled to welcome President Biden and Secretary Vilsack to Wisconsin. Thanks to the leadership of President Biden and the success of the American Rescue Plan, Wisconsinites are seeing more money in their pockets and shots in arms, businesses and schools reopening, and
A recent study from UW-Madison researchers draws a connection between declining crop diversity and dwindling bumble bee populations in the Midwest. Previous research has shown that the number of different bumble bee species in the region has decreased over the past century as more land has become dedicated to farming. The new study shows that most native bumble bee species across six Midwest states saw population declines while the average number of different crops grown in those areas also decreased. Bumble bees, along with other types of bees and insects, play an important role in pollinating various plants including agricultural
Contact: Kelli Liegel Wednesday, June 23, 2021 202-225-5101 Fitzgerald Passes First Bill WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald’s (WI-05) bill, H.R. 3239, passed in the U.S. House of Representatives by a bipartisan vote. This is Congressman Fitzgerald’s first stand-alone bill to receive floor consideration and pass in the House of Representatives. After passage of the bill, Congressman Fitzgerald made the following statement: “My bill would clean up certain portions of United States Code in order to make laws easier to read and interpret, and would also have the significant benefit of preventing frivolous lawsuits that may arise when the wording of
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06-23-21 Contact: Sarah Abel Phone: 202-225-5506 Sarah.Abel@mail.house.gov Rep. Ron Kind Votes to Protect Older Workers from Discrimination Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind voted for the bipartisan Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act, which would make it easier for employees to prove when they are the victim of age discrimination in the workplace. “No one should face discrimination when they go to work for any reason – including age,” said Rep. Ron Kind. “Older Americans are valued members of our communities, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the workplace. They deserve the same protections as every other worker. I was proud to
June 23, 2021 Contact: Samara Sheff 202-495-8879 Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes in Support of Bipartisan and Bicameral Legislation to Protect Older Workers From Workplace Discrimination Today, Congresswoman Moore voted in support of H.R. 2062, the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act of 2021. In response, she released the following statement: “Many older adults are not sitting on the beach and relaxing in retirement. Lots of seniors are working multiple jobs, taking care of grandkids, and trying to make ends meet. They need protections in the workplace against discrimination. Ageism in the workplace deprives older workers of the opportunity to advance in
June 23, 2021 Contact: WisDems Communications (press@wisdems.org) ICYMI: Brewers Thank Gov. Evers For Pandemic Leadership, Announce Safe Return to Full Capacity “This landmark would not be possible without your leadership.” MADISON, Wis. — Baseball is back. Today, the Milwaukee Brewers officially announced their plans to fully reopen American Family Field this Friday, thanking Gov. Evers and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett for their steady, science-driven leadership on the pandemic and for helping the park return to full capacity. The letter, from the Brewers’ President of Business Operations, said, “This landmark would not be possible without your leadership.” The full
The degree to which bigotry and attempts to marginalize gay men and women still occur, and some politicians turn policy ideas into culture war issues for the cheap sake of campaign fodder, proves why the news from Nassib is important to be heard in many places across the nation.
Why officially acknowledging Juneteenth means something
Senator wins attention with Wisconsin beer, not for the first time.
**************************************** TUESDAY: WisPolitics.com virtual Q&A with the Democratic U.S. Senate candidates The Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate in 2022 will participate in a virtual question-and-answer session with WisPolitics.com on Tuesday June 29 from noon to 1 p.m. CT. The candidates include five declared candidates and one likely candidate who has
June 23, 2021 Contact: Julia Hamelburg (julia.hamelburg@wisdems.org) WisDems Welcome President Biden and Secretary Vilsack Madison Wis. — On Tuesday, June 29, President Biden will visit southwest Wisconsin with Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack to talk about growing agriculture and rural economies. In response, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Executive Director
A recent study from UW-Madison researchers draws a connection between declining crop diversity and dwindling bumble bee populations in the Midwest. Previous research has shown that the number of different bumble bee species in the region has decreased over the past century as more land has become dedicated to farming.
Contact: Kelli Liegel Wednesday, June 23, 2021 202-225-5101 Fitzgerald Passes First Bill WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald’s (WI-05) bill, H.R. 3239, passed in the U.S. House of Representatives by a bipartisan vote. This is Congressman Fitzgerald’s first stand-alone bill to receive floor consideration and pass in the House of Representatives.
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06-23-21 Contact: Sarah Abel Phone: 202-225-5506 Sarah.Abel@mail.house.gov Rep. Ron Kind Votes to Protect Older Workers from Discrimination Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind voted for the bipartisan Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act, which would make it easier for employees to prove when they are the victim of age discrimination in the workplace.
June 23, 2021 Contact: Samara Sheff 202-495-8879 Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes in Support of Bipartisan and Bicameral Legislation to Protect Older Workers From Workplace Discrimination Today, Congresswoman Moore voted in support of H.R. 2062, the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act of 2021. In response, she released the following statement: “Many
June 23, 2021 Contact: WisDems Communications (press@wisdems.org) ICYMI: Brewers Thank Gov. Evers For Pandemic Leadership, Announce Safe Return to Full Capacity “This landmark would not be possible without your leadership.” MADISON, Wis. — Baseball is back. Today, the Milwaukee Brewers officially announced their plans to fully reopen American Family