THU PM Update: Republican lt. gov. candidates split on abolishing state income tax, other issues in TV debate

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Candidates in today’s GOP lieutenant governor debate voiced their support for restrictions on abortion while weighing in on a Trump 2024 bid and suspending the state’s income tax. During today’s Spectrum 1 News debate cosponsored by WisPolitics.com, five of the eight candidates indicated their support for eliminating the state… 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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Republican lt. gov. candidates split on abolishing state income tax, other issues in televised debate

Candidates in today’s GOP lieutenant governor debate voiced their support for restrictions on abortion while weighing in on a Trump 2024 bid and suspending the state’s income tax. During today’s Spectrum 1 News debate cosponsored by WisPolitics.com, five of the eight candidates indicated their support for eliminating the state income tax. The only direct attack of the debate came during that discu… 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.

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WisDems: ICYMI – Ron Johnson minimizes impact of 1849 statute that stopped abortion in Wisconsin & calls the overturning of Roe v. Wade a thing of “beauty”

MADISON, Wis. — In a new interview, Ron Johnson once again callously dismissed the reality now facing Wisconsinites who need to access abortion services, saying “abortions are still legal in Illinois.”  Johnson then called the overturning of Roe v. Wade a thing of “beauty.” “Ron Johnson continues to show Wisconsinites how out of touch he is with their needs and voters will hold him accountable for taking away their right to make their own health care decisions come November,” said Democratic Party of Wisconsin Senate Communications Advisor Philip Shulman.

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Clerk Christenson: Stands with community groups seeking expanded ballot access

MILWAUKEE – Today County Clerk George Christenson joined Pastor Greg Lewis of Souls to the Polls, Shauntay Nelson of All Voting is Local and members of SEIU, as well as County Supervisors Felesia A. Martin and Steven Shea for an event promoting a County Board proposal to provide funding to the Milwaukee County Election Commission for a voter education and outreach campaign.    “Our democracy is strongest when everyone has a voice. Unfortunately, it is often the most marginalized among us who get left out of our democratic process,” said Clerk Christenson. “I support all measures that aim to improve

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Sen. Testin: WEC is not above the law

Earlier this week, the legislature’s Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR) utilized its statutory authority to suspend Emergency Rule 2209. This rule had been issued by the Wisconsin Elections Commission to allow clerks to complete a witness’s missing address information on an absentee ballot. Despite this clear action from the legislature, WEC is now telling clerks that they may ignore this directive. Senator Patrick Testin issued the following statement in response to these actions: “Unelected bureaucrats are not above the law; they cannot pick and choose which laws they follow. WEC’s guidance to clerks is irresponsible and in

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Wisconsin Farmers Union: Adamski steps into government relations role for Farmers Union

WFU Board votes Vice President Von Ruden in to complete Presidential Term CHIPPEWA FALLS – Wisconsin Farmers Union has a new Government Relations Director to announce, as well as a shift in the presidency on the board of directors. After serving since February in the role of president for the family farm organization, Rick Adamski is moving to the staff to lead the government relations department and WFU’s efforts at the Capitol. “I understand the shift from the presidency to serving in a staff role may come as a surprise, but this position is well-suited for my talents and was

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WisDems: Wisconsin Republicans vote against protecting Wisconsinites’ access to contraceptives

MADISON, Wis. – Today, every Wisconsin House Republican voted against a bill that would protect Wisconsinites’ ability to access contraceptives and contraception, and protect health care providers’ ability to provide them. “A far-right Supreme Court justice has made it clear that overturning Roe v. Wade was just the beginning – Republicans will not stop until they strip away all reproductive freedoms from Wisconsinites,” said Democratic Party of Wisconsin Rapid Response Director Julia Hamelburg. “This vote shows that Republican Reps. Fitzgerald, Gallagher, Grothman, Steil, and Tiffany have absolutely no regard for Wisconsinites’ personal freedoms and fundamental rights.” Today’s vote follows the Supreme Court’s decision to ignore

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Votes to protect Americans’ constitutional rights

Washington, DC – This week, Rep. Ron Kind voted to codify essential rights for Americans by advancing the Respect for Marriage Act and the Right to Contraception Act. “When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, it put the right to privacy on shaky ground and called into question past rulings affecting marriage equality and access to contraception,” said Rep. Ron Kind. “That’s why this week, I voted to protect these essential freedoms and advance both the Respect for Marriage Act and the Right to Contraception Act. Every Wisconsinite should be able to make personal decisions about their bodies, lives, and futures without interference from politicians.” The Respect

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Concurrency: Kate Weiland named COO

BROOKFIELD, Wis., July 21, 2022 — Concurrency Inc., a Microsoft-focused IT services company, has announced the appointment of Kate Weiland to chief operating officer. In her new role, Weiland is focused on creating innovation that brings value to Concurrency partners and clients, and cultivating the next generation of tech talent. “The impact of global events over the last few years is redefining the modern workforce, creating an opportunity for Concurrency to build on its legacy of success by developing talent that will solve tomorrow’s technology challenges for our customers,” Weiland said. “We are charting the future of tech at Concurrency by fostering

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Barnes campaign: AFT-Wisconsin endorses Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate

MADISON — Today, AFT-Wisconsin joined SEIU Wisconsin State Council, AFSCME Council 32, IBEW 2150, AFT 212, and over 160 state and local leaders across Wisconsin in endorsing Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate. “Since the start of his career as an organizer, Mandela Barnes has always been driven by doing the right thing for Wisconsin’s working families,” said AFT-Wisconsin President Kim Kohlhaas. “AFT-Wisconsin is proud to stand with Mandela, the son of a public school teacher and a third shift auto worker with an unparalleled record of fighting for fairness, opportunity, and democracy.” “The fight to defeat Ron Johnson requires all of

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TESCHGlobal: Joel Walker promoted to President

GRAFTON, Wis. (July 21, 2022) – TESCHGlobal (TG), a professional services and data enablement firm, today announced Joel Walker as president. An accomplished healthcare data veteran with a proven track record, Walker is charged with TG’s overall profitability and will lead the company’s strategic direction, solution delivery, and new business initiatives. Since taking over as chief operating officer in 2020, Walker streamlined the firm’s day-to-day operations to reduce costs while at the same time generating significant add-on revenue across technology clients in various sectors. Walker first joined the company in 2018 as vice president of healthcare practices bringing more than

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U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Congressional Friends of Ireland Caucus Republicans joint statement on UK’s decision to unilaterally modify the Northern Ireland Protocol

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), along with Rep. Mike Kelly (PA-16), Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), and Rep. John Katko (NY-24), released a joint statement in response to the government of the United Kingdom’s decision to unilaterally modify the Northern Ireland Protocol: “The Good Friday Agreement of 1998 and the ongoing peace process have transformed the island of Ireland, allowing trade and social relationships to develop and thrive. The United Kingdom government’s decision to publish legislation to unilaterally disapply elements of the Northern Ireland Protocol threatens decades of progress. We support the decision of the British people to leave

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Rep. Allen: Comments on proposed Title IX change

Recently, the Biden administration proposed amending regulations to implement a new interpretation of Title IX. Title IX prohibits recipients of federal financial assistance from discriminating on the basis of sex in education programs or activities. Today, Rep. Allen submitted comments (attached) to the Department of Education raising concerns with the proposed rule change. “The department’s claim that Title IX has never defined ‘sex’ has a simple explanation: everyone used to know it meant biological gender,” said Rep. Allen. “This rule change is a blatant attempt by the current executive to use Federal power through government funding to force schools to

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Venture Dairy, Wisconsin Daily Alliance: US Senate candidate Barnes supports policies jeopardizing the future of dairy in Wisconsin

Earlier this week, the Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate met to debate various policy issues ahead of Wisconsin’s August 9th Primary. At the debate, the likely front runner in the field, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, signaled strong anti-CAFO sentiment rooted in complete falsehoods. His comments were summarized in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article entitled, “Mandela Barnes signals … 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.

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WisDems: “Knives Out” — July 21

MADISON, Wis. — Welcome to “Knives Out”— Rebecca Kleefisch’s favorite phrase and a weekly roundup of the infighting between the radical Republicans running for Wisconsin governor. The GOP is locked in a heated and brutal primary for governor, where Rebecca Kleefisch, Tim Ramthun, and Tim Michels are each trying to prove they are the most divisive candidate in the race. What’s going on in the Republican Party is so outrageous, it’s hard to keep track of all of their blunders — so here is a roundup: Who Said It? Can you guess who said the following? “I went through sex education

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THU PM Update: Republican lt. gov. candidates split on abolishing state income tax, other issues in TV debate

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Candidates in today’s GOP lieutenant governor debate voiced their support for restrictions on abortion while weighing in on a Trump 2024 bid and suspending the state’s income tax. During today’s Spectrum 1 News debate cosponsored by WisPolitics.com, five of the eight candidates

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WisDems: ICYMI – Ron Johnson minimizes impact of 1849 statute that stopped abortion in Wisconsin & calls the overturning of Roe v. Wade a thing of “beauty”

MADISON, Wis. — In a new interview, Ron Johnson once again callously dismissed the reality now facing Wisconsinites who need to access abortion services, saying “abortions are still legal in Illinois.”  Johnson then called the overturning of Roe v. Wade a thing of “beauty.” “Ron Johnson continues to show Wisconsinites how out of touch he

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Sen. Testin: WEC is not above the law

Earlier this week, the legislature’s Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR) utilized its statutory authority to suspend Emergency Rule 2209. This rule had been issued by the Wisconsin Elections Commission to allow clerks to complete a witness’s missing address information on an absentee ballot. Despite this clear action

Read More »

U.S. Rep. Kind: Votes to protect Americans’ constitutional rights

Washington, DC – This week, Rep. Ron Kind voted to codify essential rights for Americans by advancing the Respect for Marriage Act and the Right to Contraception Act. “When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, it put the right to privacy on shaky ground and called into question past rulings affecting marriage equality and access

Read More »

Concurrency: Kate Weiland named COO

BROOKFIELD, Wis., July 21, 2022 — Concurrency Inc., a Microsoft-focused IT services company, has announced the appointment of Kate Weiland to chief operating officer. In her new role, Weiland is focused on creating innovation that brings value to Concurrency partners and clients, and cultivating the next generation of tech talent. “The impact

Read More »

TESCHGlobal: Joel Walker promoted to President

GRAFTON, Wis. (July 21, 2022) – TESCHGlobal (TG), a professional services and data enablement firm, today announced Joel Walker as president. An accomplished healthcare data veteran with a proven track record, Walker is charged with TG’s overall profitability and will lead the company’s strategic direction, solution delivery, and new business

Read More »

U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Congressional Friends of Ireland Caucus Republicans joint statement on UK’s decision to unilaterally modify the Northern Ireland Protocol

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), along with Rep. Mike Kelly (PA-16), Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), and Rep. John Katko (NY-24), released a joint statement in response to the government of the United Kingdom’s decision to unilaterally modify the Northern Ireland Protocol: “The Good Friday Agreement of 1998 and

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Rep. Allen: Comments on proposed Title IX change

Recently, the Biden administration proposed amending regulations to implement a new interpretation of Title IX. Title IX prohibits recipients of federal financial assistance from discriminating on the basis of sex in education programs or activities. Today, Rep. Allen submitted comments (attached) to the Department of Education raising concerns with the

Read More »

Venture Dairy, Wisconsin Daily Alliance: US Senate candidate Barnes supports policies jeopardizing the future of dairy in Wisconsin

Earlier this week, the Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate met to debate various policy issues ahead of Wisconsin’s August 9th Primary. At the debate, the likely front runner in the field, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, signaled strong anti-CAFO sentiment rooted in complete falsehoods. His comments were summarized in the Milwaukee Journal

Read More »

WisDems: “Knives Out” — July 21

MADISON, Wis. — Welcome to “Knives Out”— Rebecca Kleefisch’s favorite phrase and a weekly roundup of the infighting between the radical Republicans running for Wisconsin governor. The GOP is locked in a heated and brutal primary for governor, where Rebecca Kleefisch, Tim Ramthun, and Tim Michels are each trying to prove

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