Milwaukee County Board: Congratulate Colectivo workers on successful union election

MILWAUKEE – On Monday, workers at Colectivo Coffee won an election to form a union by a margin of 106-99, after the National Labor Relations Board opened up seven challenged ballots that were uncounted during the first count, which resulted in a 99-99 tie result. Milwaukee County Supervisors Ryan Clancy, Priscilla Coggs-Jones, Eddie Cullen, Joseph J. Czarnezki, Russell Antonio Goodwin, Sr., Jason Haas, Willie Johnson, Jr., Felesia Martin, Sylvia Ortiz-Velez, Shawn Rolland, Liz Sumner, Steven Shea, Sequanna Taylor, John Weishan, Jr., and Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson released the following statement congratulating Colectivo Coffee workers on their successful unionization effort, and calling on Colectivo

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Rep. Ramthun: The people’s demands must be heard

MADISON – State Representative Timothy Ramthun (R-Campbellsport) released the following statement regarding efforts for a full cyber-forensic audit in Wisconsin: “Since beginning the Assembly Campaigns and Elections investigation into the 2020 election, Chair Janel Brandtjen has received a plethora of information that supports cause for a full cyber-forensic audit. A majority of Republican county parties in Wisconsin have also formally requested the same. The demand for transparency is common in all requests.” “This past Wednesday, Speaker Vos announced via press release a full cyber-forensic audit is a necessity for WI. The statement could be interpreted as if the entire Assembly GOP

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FRI PM Update: County Republican parties call for ‘cyber forensic audit’ of 2020 elections

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — More than half of the state’s county Republican parties have formally called for a “cyber forensic audit” of the 2020 elections. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, R-Rochester, is using the same language as he expands the review headed by former Wisconsin Justice Michael Gableman. But the man leading the effort to get county parties … 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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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Advocates for clean energy economy in visit to broadwind heavy fabrications

Manitowoc, WI – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin visited Broadwind Heavy Fabrications, one of the largest employers in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Following a tour of the facilities, the Senator spoke to manufacturers about clean energy tax incentives and how renewable energy can take on the climate crisis. “Employees at Broadwind are hard at work on full-scope manufacturing projects, building some of the largest and most complex structures and components in the world,” said Senator Baldwin. “The strong Buy America standards I was able to include in the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will help companies like Broadwind expand and be a key partner in

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U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Tours Fort McCoy, receives briefing on Afghan refugees

Contact: Kelli Liegel Friday, August 27, 2021 202-225-5101   Fitzgerald Tours Fort McCoy, Receives Briefing on Afghan Refugees WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) joined the Wisconsin Republican delegation at Fort McCoy to tour the facilities, receive a briefing on the operational procedures in place, and learn about steps being taken to process refugees from Afghanistan. “I want to thank Major General Guthrie and the 88th Readiness Division for hosting me this afternoon, as well as the State Department staff who briefed us on the ongoing resettlement effort at Fort McCoy. I appreciate learning more about the Department’s plan

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WisDems: Wisconsin’s bond ratings upgraded, showing signs of recovery under Gov. Evers’ leadership

August 27, 2021 Contact: WisDems Communications (press@wisdems.org)   Wisconsin’s Bond Ratings Upgraded, Showing Signs of Recovery Under Gov. Evers’ Leadership   Wisconsin Also Has Unprecedented Revenue Predictions and a Nearly $2.39 Billion General Fund Surplus MADISON, Wis. — Today, Gov. Evers announced that the state of Wisconsin’s bond rating has been upgraded by multiple agencies based on Wisconsin’s strong fiscal performance under the governor’s leadership.   Wisconsin’s economy is bouncing back under Gov. Evers – over the last three years, the governor has more than quadrupled the state’s budget reserves; Wisconsin will begin this fiscal year with a $2.39 billion general fund

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U.S. Rep Pocan birthday fundraiser

Congressman Mark Pocan is having his annual Birthday event on Tuesday, August 31st at 5:30 p.m. CT. This event has changed from an in-person event to virtual. You will receive a zoom link upon RSVP. To sponsor or RSVP please contact Joyce Brennan at joyce@gstrategiesllc.com or (785) 224-3456. Sponsorship Levels are as follows: Host: $2,900 Co-Host: $1,000 Sponsor: $500 Friend: $250

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Gov. Evers: Appoints Peter Rindal as Eau Claire County District Attorney

August 27, 2021 Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov    Gov. Evers Appoints Peter Rindal as Eau Claire County District Attorney MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Peter Rindal to serve as Eau Claire County District Attorney. Rindal is a native of Eau Claire County, growing up on his family’s dairy farm near Fall Creek. After receiving his law degree, he worked as an Assistant District Attorney in Monroe County and then spent a year as an associate at an Eau Claire law firm. Since 2013 he has been with the Eau Claire County District Attorney’s Office, first as an Assistant District Attorney

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Visits Specialty Cheese to discuss workforce development, Dairy Business Innovation Initiative

Friday, August 27, 2021 Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov               202-224-6225 Baldwin Visits Specialty Cheese to Discuss Workforce Development, Dairy Business Innovation Initiative   B-roll and Photos Available For Download HERE                                                                   Reeseville, WI – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin visited Specialty Cheese Company for a tour of the facilities and to discuss rural workforce development issues with the owners and local cheesemakers. “Specialty Cheese Company is a leader in dairy business innovation, and demonstrates the value that can be created from pursuing new and emerging markets for dairy products,” said Senator Baldwin. “I will continue to fight for cheesemakers and rural Wisconsin as we craft our Build

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Rep. Ramthun: The people’s demands must be heard

MADISON – State Representative Timothy Ramthun (R-Campbellsport) released the following statement regarding efforts for a full cyber-forensic audit in Wisconsin: “Since beginning the Assembly Campaigns and Elections investigation into the 2020 election, Chair Janel Brandtjen has received a plethora of information that supports cause for a full cyber-forensic audit. A majority

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U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Tours Fort McCoy, receives briefing on Afghan refugees

Contact: Kelli Liegel Friday, August 27, 2021 202-225-5101   Fitzgerald Tours Fort McCoy, Receives Briefing on Afghan Refugees WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) joined the Wisconsin Republican delegation at Fort McCoy to tour the facilities, receive a briefing on the operational procedures in place, and learn about steps

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WisDems: Wisconsin’s bond ratings upgraded, showing signs of recovery under Gov. Evers’ leadership

August 27, 2021 Contact: WisDems Communications (press@wisdems.org)   Wisconsin’s Bond Ratings Upgraded, Showing Signs of Recovery Under Gov. Evers’ Leadership   Wisconsin Also Has Unprecedented Revenue Predictions and a Nearly $2.39 Billion General Fund Surplus MADISON, Wis. — Today, Gov. Evers announced that the state of Wisconsin’s bond rating has been

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U.S. Rep Pocan birthday fundraiser

Congressman Mark Pocan is having his annual Birthday event on Tuesday, August 31st at 5:30 p.m. CT. This event has changed from an in-person event to virtual. You will receive a zoom link upon RSVP. To sponsor or RSVP please contact Joyce Brennan at joyce@gstrategiesllc.com or (785) 224-3456. Sponsorship Levels

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Gov. Evers: Appoints Peter Rindal as Eau Claire County District Attorney

August 27, 2021 Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov    Gov. Evers Appoints Peter Rindal as Eau Claire County District Attorney MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Peter Rindal to serve as Eau Claire County District Attorney. Rindal is a native of Eau Claire County, growing up on his family’s dairy farm near

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Visits Specialty Cheese to discuss workforce development, Dairy Business Innovation Initiative

Friday, August 27, 2021 Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov               202-224-6225 Baldwin Visits Specialty Cheese to Discuss Workforce Development, Dairy Business Innovation Initiative   B-roll and Photos Available For Download HERE                                                                   Reeseville, WI – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin visited Specialty Cheese Company for a tour of the facilities and to discuss rural workforce development

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