One Nation ad praises Johnson’s efforts to stop waste in Washington

One Nation, an issue advocacy group aligned with Senate Republicans, launched a new inflation-focused ad praising Johnson for “working to stop the waste in Washington.” The group secured a nearly $9 million buy in Wisconsin through Labor Day, and this is the sixth ad the group has run in the state. It will run on broadcast, cable TV, radio and digital platforms. The latest ad features a couple identified as Steven and Burdie, of Wauwatosa. They say they worked hard for decades and thought their retirement was secure, but “inflation is changing everything” and they worry about the debt “we’re

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Johnson ad says he went to Washington ‘for all the right reasons’

U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson launched a second biographical ad narrated by a family member, this one saying he went to Washington “for all the right reasons.” Johnson’s campaign said the 60-second ad is running on TV but didn’t provide any other details. The ad opens with a woman talking about Johnson’s daughter being born in 1983 with a serious heart defect and doctors and nurses saving her life. The wo… 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

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Barnes voices support for funding law enforcement in new ad

Dem U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes, who has faced a string of attack ads since securing the Dem nomination, is out with two new TV ads. One Barnes ad says it’s a lie that he wants to defund the police and abolish ICE. The campaign said the ads are part of a multi-million dollar buy on broadcast, cable and digital that will run throughout the state. Specifics weren’t provided. Johnson and the… 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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TUE PM Update: Evers says $90M more in federal COVID funds for K-12 bridge to next budget

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Dem Gov. Tony Evers today portrayed the $90 million in federal COVID-19 money he’s putting into K-12 schools as a bridge until lawmakers next year can consider using some of the expected budget surplus to fund education. The GOP Assembly co-chair of the Joint Finance Committee dismissed it as an election-year gimmick. Evers tod… 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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Dept. of Workforce Development: Offers online resource for public access to equal rights data

MADISON — As part of continuing, agency-wide modernization efforts, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has expanded its online equal rights resources to offer public access to civil rights and labor standards data. The new online research portal from DWD’s Equal Rights Division provides easy-to-use tools that allow users to view and filter data including successful mediation statistics and types of equal rights complaints received by law, basis, and county. “DWD collaborates with employers, workers, governments, and educational institutions to promote a thriving Wisconsin economy,” said DWD Secretary-designee Amy Pechacek. “The launch of the Equal Rights Division’s new research

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Nate’s Mission: Survivors respond to Archbishop Listecki’s media blockade at Weakland’s “public funeral”

Survivors of clergy abuse and advocates were just informed that Archbishop Jerome Listecki has banned members of the media from former Archbishop Weakland’s public celebration of life. Since the announcement of Weakland’s public funeral, Listecki has vigorously defended his choice to invite the Milwaukee community to honor Weakland’s life and legacy. And now, an hour before the service is to begin, Listecki has reversed his position, once again concealing Weakland’s legacy from the media and the public. What is it that the Archdiocese of Milwaukee does not want our community to see and hear? Is it Weakland’s co-conspirators such as

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Pfaff campaign: Brad Pfaff hosts Wisconsin Rapids roundtable, vows to lower costs and prioritize working families

WISCONSIN RAPIDS — Today, State Senator and nominee for Congress Brad Pfaff traveled to the McMillan Memorial Library in Wisconsin Rapids to host a roundtable discussion with county and township supervisors and community leaders on how to bring manufacturing back to Wisconsin. “Western and central Wisconsinites are proud, hardworking people who are ready to get back to making good-quality products right here at home,” said Brad Pfaff. “Working families’ budgets are being stretched too thin by high costs and broken supply chains with no end in sight and no solutions from Derrick Van Orden. That’s why I’m fighting to bring

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WisDOT: Governor Evers approves US 12/18 and County AB intersection improvements, Dane County

To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers signed a $27 million contract to reconstruct the US 12/18 and County AB intersection in Madison. Construction is scheduled to begin September 6 and be completed October 2023. R.G. Huston Company Inc. is the prime contractor for the project. The project will construct a diamond interchange with roundabouts at the ramp terminals just eas… 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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U.S. Rep. Tiffany: Introduces bill to close Biden administration terrorist loophole

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) announced the introduction of H.R. 8713, the Stopping Taliban Operatives from Penetrating or “STOP Act.” Tiffany’s bill would overturn a recent Biden administration directive allowing individuals who worked for the Taliban and individuals who have provided “limited material support” to “a designated terrorist organization” a pathway to enter the United States. In June, Biden’s Department of Homeland Security announced the controversial changes, which relaxed inadmissibility standards for these groups. The order was issued on the heels of a Pentagon inspector general report that identified at least 50 Afghan evacuees who were allowed into the U.S. during the chaotic evacuation of

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Rep. Stubbs: Statement on Governor Evers’ investment in K-12 education

MADISON, WI – On August 30th, Governor Evers announced a Back-To-School investment of $90 million to support K-12 students and classrooms. On this investment, Representative Stubbs released the following statement: “I am proud that Governor Evers decided to make this announcement at Leopold Elementary School, which is located in my district. Education is everything. As students across our state co… 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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Marquette University: Receives Department of Education grant to continue support of Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program

MILWAUKEE — The Educational Opportunity Program at Marquette University has received a $324,726 grant from the U.S. Department of Education to continue support of the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program, one of the university’s five programs that motivate and support low-income and first-generation college students to enter and succeed in higher education. The McNair Scholars Program prepares eligible students for graduate school. During the academic year, students attend monthly seminars, meet visiting scholars, and participate in student and professional conferences. The McNair director, program coordinator and graduate assistant are available to provide specialized academic advising, admissions and financial aid

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Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters: Brings Wisconsinites together to confront climate change

MADISON, WI – On October 17, from 8am to 5pm at Monona Terrace in Madison, the Wisconsin Academy will host Climate Fast Forward, a climate action conference focused on establishing effective solutions for Wisconsin. This is a unique conference which focuses on conference attendee participation to create a climate change action plan. In addition to experts working in climate-related fields, the Academy invites concerned community members who are and will continue to be most impacted by the effects of climate change. Registration is open and information is available at wisconsinacademy.org/cff. Climate Fast Forward takes a direct-democracy approach to engagement at the conference. Participants

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WisDems: Gov. Evers delivers: historic investments in education

MADISON, Wis. — As a lifelong educator, Governor Evers will always do the right thing for kids, parents, and education. Tim Michels might think that continued investments in public education are “the definition of insanity,” but Gov. Evers knows that this is crucial to the future success of our state. Gov. Evers has a plan to build on the successes of his first four years in office by increasing state aid to public schools to prevent property tax increases, supporting continued funding for the “Get Kids Ahead Initiative” that invests in school mental health programs, and expanding opportunities for summer school and early childhood

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City of Madison: City and County announce additional $9 million investment in men’s homeless shelter

County Executive Joe Parisi and Mayor Rhodes-Conway announced major developments today in the ongoing partnership between the City and the County to support the construction of the state’s first shelter for men experiencing homelessness. With construction planned for 2024, this 40,000 square foot facility will have space for 200 people. It will be located on 1902 Bartillon Drive on the City’s Eastside. County Executive Joe Parisi announced his 2023 Capital Budget, which will be released October 3, 2022, will include $6 million to support the men’s homeless shelter project. This is the single largest capital investment in the County Budget.

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Diverse business groups getting $15.7M in grant funding

Organizations supporting diverse businesses across Wisconsin say they’ll use new grant funding to bolster mentorship, training, technical support, staffing and more.  Officials yesterday announced $15.7 million in new grant funding for these groups. At a press conference at the Sherman Phoenix Marketplace in Milwaukee, Department of Administration Secretary-designee Kathy Blumenfeld noted … 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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Nate’s Mission: Survivors respond to Archbishop Listecki’s media blockade at Weakland’s “public funeral”

Survivors of clergy abuse and advocates were just informed that Archbishop Jerome Listecki has banned members of the media from former Archbishop Weakland’s public celebration of life. Since the announcement of Weakland’s public funeral, Listecki has vigorously defended his choice to invite the Milwaukee community to honor Weakland’s life and

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U.S. Rep. Tiffany: Introduces bill to close Biden administration terrorist loophole

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) announced the introduction of H.R. 8713, the Stopping Taliban Operatives from Penetrating or “STOP Act.” Tiffany’s bill would overturn a recent Biden administration directive allowing individuals who worked for the Taliban and individuals who have provided “limited material support” to “a designated terrorist organization” a pathway

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Rep. Stubbs: Statement on Governor Evers’ investment in K-12 education

MADISON, WI – On August 30th, Governor Evers announced a Back-To-School investment of $90 million to support K-12 students and classrooms. On this investment, Representative Stubbs released the following statement: “I am proud that Governor Evers decided to make this announcement at Leopold Elementary School, which is located in my

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Marquette University: Receives Department of Education grant to continue support of Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program

MILWAUKEE — The Educational Opportunity Program at Marquette University has received a $324,726 grant from the U.S. Department of Education to continue support of the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program, one of the university’s five programs that motivate and support low-income and first-generation college students to enter and succeed

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WisDems: Gov. Evers delivers: historic investments in education

MADISON, Wis. — As a lifelong educator, Governor Evers will always do the right thing for kids, parents, and education. Tim Michels might think that continued investments in public education are “the definition of insanity,” but Gov. Evers knows that this is crucial to the future success of our state. Gov. Evers has

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Diverse business groups getting $15.7M in grant funding

Organizations supporting diverse businesses across Wisconsin say they’ll use new grant funding to bolster mentorship, training, technical support, staffing and more.  Officials yesterday announced $15.7 million in new grant funding for these groups. At a press conference at the Sherman Phoenix Marketplace in Milwaukee, Department of Administration Secretary-designee Kathy Blumenfeld

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