U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Rolls out bill to provide relief for Wisconsin small businesses impacted by warm winters
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced new legislation to ensure businesses that rely on winter weather are eligible for disaster relief during mild winters that do not produce enough snow. The Winter Recreation Small Business Recovery Act introduction comes
8th CD debate set for Sept. 27
8th Congressional candidates Tony Wied, R-De Pere, and Kristin Lyerly, D-Green Bay, have agreed to debate Sept. 27.
Common Cause Wisconsin: College and university students — prepare now for the November General Election
Welcome back, students! Fall semester is underway on public and private college and university campuses across Wisconsin. Now is the best time for students to make sure they are prepared to vote in the upcoming pivotal November 5th Election. Wisconsin is once
Ruth Conniff: Immigrants are not eating pets or stealing votes, but race-baiting lies are hurting Wisconsin
It seems absurd to take the time to refute the preposterous claims about immigrants made by Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans in Wisconsin, including U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden and Sen. Ron Johnson. But the campaign of slander targeting vulnerable workers who milk our cows, pick our crops, build our roads and prop up our economy is genuinely dangerous.
Bruce Thompson: Harris may need more than 51% of vote
Wisconsin looks good, but she may need 3% lead in national vote to win electoral college.
Bill Barth: Let them compete, with ideas, for all the votes
The highest official in the nation should be chosen by the majority of the people. The Electoral College process has the capacity to thwart that outcome and has, indeed, several times. It’s happening more frequently now.
Debra Kluewer: TSA officers help make air travel safe. Workers deserve protections from Congress.
The Rights for the TSA Workforce Act would make TSOs equal with other federal workers by guaranteeing crucial rights in law.
Mark Lisheron: Minnesota and Illinois losing billions in income as residents flee high taxes
Mediocre Wisconsin looks good in comparison to tax hells to the west and south.
Michael Lucas: How to explain inflation to a liberal
Inflation is not caused by greed, gouging, collusion or protectionism. It is not caused by rabid capitalists attempting to squeeze every last penny out of the consumer, or by ‘animal spirits’ run amuck. Inflation isn’t even an increase in prices! No, inflation is an increase in the quantity of money.
Leslie Golden: Insurance board needs to approve obesity drugs
The decision Wisconsin makes today will reverberate through future generations. By expanding coverage for obesity medication, the Group Insurance Board can lay the foundation for a healthier, more vibrant state.
Dept. of Transportation: New secretary shares vision for Wisconsin’s transportation future
Secretary Kristina Boardman begins her new role today as Wisconsin’s secretary of transportation. Gov. Tony Evers announced her appointment to the position last month. Secretary Boardman becomes the first woman to lead the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) after serving in a
Bruce Murphy: Milwaukee Film blasted for funding changes
Prominent filmmakers cite past support and criticize reduced funding for local artists.
Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty: Hires new senior visiting fellow to advance educational policy efforts
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL) announced its newest addition to the education policy team. Daniel Buck is a senior visiting fellow at WILL, where he will write and advise on projects related to K-12 education policy.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Help maintain a healthy herd — avoid baiting and feeding deer
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters and the public to help prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) and other illnesses between deer by following all baiting and feeding bans and refraining from baiting
Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Douglas County silhouette event to raise awareness of crime victims’ rights
Madison, WI – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, in partnership with Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse (CASDA) and Douglas County District Attorney Mark Fruehauf, is raising awareness about the rights available to crime victims in Wisconsin through a compelling display of silhouettes at