WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Ron Kind (D-WI) today introduced a bipartisan resolution highlighting the important role demonstration farms play in the adoption of conservation farming practices in Wisconsin. “Northeast Wisconsin leads the nation in demonstration farm networks that educate and promote conservation farming practices, and the knowledge demonstration farmers share with their peers has helped expand soil health practices that protect freshwater sources in communities across the country,” said Rep. Gallagher. “I’m proud to introduce this resolution alongside my colleague Rep. Kind to celebrate the innovation and hard work of these farmers.” “Demonstration farm networks play a critical

MADISON, Wis. – Speaking at a recent Republican Party of Dane County meeting, Republican conspiracy theorist and candidate for governor Tim Ramthun falsely referred to the January 6th insurrection as a “Democrat-orchestrated riot” and said that congressional leaders wanted to create a “deflection” on January 6th in order to prevent objections to seven states’ electoral votes. Do Tim Michels and Rebecca Kleefisch agree with their fellow candidate’s false and outlandish beliefs about the January 6th insurrection? Has Tim Michels discussed the January 6th insurrection with Donald Trump during their multiple conversations about his endorsement in the race? When asked by reporters about his comments, Ramthun said

(Washington, D.C.) – Yesterday, the Senate unanimously passed the bipartisan Air America Act, a bill introduced by Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) and Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL). The bill now moves to the House for further consideration. The legislation is cosponsored by a bipartisan group of 228 Members of Congress and 33 Senators. Grothman introduced the Air America Act on February 24, 2021. Both bills are identical and will correct an inequity suffered by the brave Americans who are former employees of Air America by ensuring they receive the federal retirement benefits and recognition they have earned. This injustice toward Air Americans was brought

(Washington, D.C.) – Yesterday, the Senate unanimously passed the bipartisan Air America Act, a bill introduced by Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) and Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL). The bill now moves to the House for further consideration. The legislation is cosponsored by a bipartisan group of 228 Members of Congress and 33 Senators. Grothman introduced the Air America Act on February 24, 2021. Both bills are identical and will correct an inequity suffered by the brave Americans who are former employees of Air America by ensuring they receive the federal retirement benefits and recognition they have earned. This injustice toward Air Americans was brought

MADISON, Wis. – Tim Michels avoided answering reporter questions on how he would implement gun safety legislation in Wisconsin for the second time on Monday, this time in an interview with CBS 58. CBS 58 reports that Michels blamed rising gun violence on the Black Lives Matter movement and “did not directly respond to follow-up questions regarding his views on red flag laws.” Red flag laws, which would allow law enforcement to temporarily remove guns from people who are a danger to themselves or others, are planned to be incentivized in the bipartisan gun safety package working through the Senate. Also on Monday, while responding to

MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters is proud to announce its first wave of endorsements for the November 8 Election. This round of endorsements focuses on incumbents who have consistently worked to protect the environment and our democracy.   “There’s so much on the line in November,” said Executive Director Kerry Schumann. “Over the past few years, we’ve seen how much our democracy hangs in the balance. We’ve seen increased impacts of climate change and more Wisconsinites living without safe drinking water. Both Gov. Evers and Attorney General Kaul have proven over and over that they will fight for Wisconsin –

MILWAUKEE – Mayor Cavalier Johnson and the City of Milwaukee Arts Board (MAB) honored the 2022 Mildred L. Harpole Artists of the Year and 2022 Friends of the Arts award recipients at a ceremony on Tuesday evening. These honorees represent excellence and exceptional service in Milwaukee’s arts community. Artists Ck Ledesma and Nirmal Raja were named the 2022 Artists of the Year, while Cynthia Henry and Rayhainio Boynes (Ray Nitti) were named the 2022 Friends of the Arts. Mayor Johnson also recognized the 48 arts organizations that are receiving a total of $264,000 in MAB sustaining grant awards in 2022. “Our arts community is unique and

MADISON, WI — Mark Pocan, congressman for Wisconsin’s 2nd district, today endorsed Sheriff Kalvin Barrett, who is running for Dane County Sheriff. Barrett was appointed by Governor Tony Evers in April 2021, and is running for a full term in this fall’s election.   “Sheriff Kalvin Barrett has already made some great changes since he’s been in office, and he is working to make us all safer and our system more just,” said Rep. Pocan. “Kalvin is compassionate and exactly what Dane County needs.”   “I’m both proud and humbled to be endorsed by Congressman Pocan,” said Sheriff Barrett. “He’s

MILWAUKEE – On Tuesday, June 21 County Supervisor Peter Burgelis and County Parks Director of Operations and Skilled Trades Peter Bratt will host a neighborhood discussion about the future of Doyne Park.  “Doyne Park is a neighborhood jewel which the Parks Department can unfortunately no longer staff or maintain as a 9-hole par-3 golf course,” said Supervisor Burgelis. “Milwaukee County Parks wants to engage neighbors to discuss what is possible for the park’s future. I hope neighbors will join Tuesday’s meeting or check out the website to share their thoughts.” After operating as a golf course for 40 years, Doyne Park will join Madison and Dineen parks on the

(June 15, 2022 – Madison, Wisconsin) Wisconsin voters have filed a formal complaint with the Wisconsin Elections Commission against its Administrator Meagan Wolfe for violating her duties under Wisconsin election law. The complaint filed June 14, 2022, in the State of Wisconsin before the Elections Commission by Thomas More Society attorneys, details how Wolfe issued illegal instructions to municipal clerks across the state that was in direct opposition to Wisconsin’s voting statutes. The complaint revolves around Wolfe’s illegal advice to the municipal clerks to use legally unauthorized unmanned absentee ballot drop boxes. Her failure to cite specific legal authority in her two

MADISON, Wis. (June 15, 2022) – Local Deloitte professionals recently used their annual Impact Day to support local Madison charities and address critical community needs around the globe. Team members gathered in person and remotely on June 10 to donate their time to benefit local children, veterans, and women and girls in developing countries. Through this effort, part of Deloitte’s national Impact Day, more than 2,500 healthy snack packs were purchased and assembled for United Way of Dane County to help local schools reduce hunger among their students. “Deloitte and United Way of Dane County have been long-standing partners and when we heard that they were

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is partnering with Operation Fresh Start, a Madison-based nonprofit, for hands-on job training at state properties across Wisconsin. Launched in October 2021, the Conservation Academy with Operation Fresh Start provides a pathway for graduates to enter forestry and land conservation careers. This past spring, crew members worked side-by-side with DNR parks and recreation staff on various stewardship and restoration projects and will join staff again this fall to work with the DNR’s Wildlife Management and Natural Heritage Conservation programs. “It’s exciting to have the DNR involved in such a hands-on educational experience