Gregory Humphrey: Manufactured partisan lies and political violence
It must be one of our top priorities as a nation to seek ways to address those who think the threat of violence is a valid political solution to their perceived grievances. The Republican Party must again take seriously their role in American politics.
Bruce Murphy: The return of county cronyism, or maybe it never went away
Push for 36% salary hikes echoes mentality behind infamous county pension plan.
Kalan Haywood II: Capital One-Discover merger creates more financial opportunities for communities of color
I lend my support to the Capital One-Discover merger and urge the Biden Administration, to recognize its potential to benefit small businesses, particularly those owned by minorities and women.
Betsy Morgan: UW-La Crosse remains cost-effective choice
UW-L offers exceptional value to students and families. Despite the modest tuition increase for next year (about $350 per student), the in-state annual cost to attend UW-L will be approximately $18,000 — including room and board — which is comparable to or lower than most other Midwest universities.
TUE News Summary: WMC sues over Evers’ 400-year school funding budget veto; Evers appoints Casey as Revenue secretary
TOP STORIES Evers veto to provide 400-year school funding increase faces lawsuit … [WMC Litigation Center] lawsuit filed Monday directly with the Wisconsin Supreme Court … is asking the justices to undo the partial veto, arguing it effectively forces local
A Better Wisconsin Together: GOP majority on finance committee refuse to act on clean water, healthcare access for Wisconsinites
MADISON, Wis. — Republican members of the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) refused to convene today for a special meeting called by Governor Tony Evers to release $140 million in funds to address clean water access across the state and close
Roth Campaign: Raises over $380K in first weeks of campaign
APPLETON, WI – Candidate for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, Roger Roth will report raising an impressive $380,000 in the first weeks of his campaign, ending the quarter with more than $376,000 cash on hand: “Northeast Wisconsin knows that we need
Sen. Baldwin: Tammy Tuesdays April 16, 2024
Hi folks! Welcome back to Tammy Tuesdays, our weekly update email on Tammy’s work and the big fights she’s taking on for Wisconsin families. Tammy knows that there’s more that unites us than divides. She understands that Wisconsin’s middle-class families
Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors: Milwaukee County makes herstory with 2024-26 term
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors has made history with women now holding 10 out of 18 County Board seats following the Spring General Election. The Spring election resulted in the election of Anne O’Connor (District 1), Sequanna
Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Nicholson: Re-Elected Chairwoman of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
MILWAUKEE – Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson was re-elected by a supermajority of Supervisors [13-5] to continue her role as Chairwoman of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors for the 2024-2026 term during Monday’s board meeting. Chairwoman Nicholson issued the below statement
Sen. Baldwin Press: Sen. Baldwin for Senate Announces third TV ad: “Close to Home”
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Tammy Baldwin for Senate announced its third TV advertisement, “Close to Home” which will air statewide. The ad features Tammy’s personal story of her mother’s struggle with opioid addiction and her commitment to working across the
Hovde gave campaign $8 million; Baldwin finished Q1 with $10.3 million in the bank
Candidates’ unitemized donations — those from donors who have given $200 or less — are often seen as a sign of the success of their small-dollar operations. Hovde reported $159,468 in such contributions between his launch Feb. 21 and March 31, or just less than 1.7% of what he raised from individuals. By comparison, unitemized donations make up 35.7% of the more than $4.4 million that Baldwin raised from individuals.
TUE AM Update: Van Orden raises $705k, Steil has $4 million in bank, Baldwin launches new ad
From WisPolitics … — U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden raised $705,319 over the first three months of the year, increasing his fundraising after a dip in the fourth quarter amid House GOP leadership changes. The Prairie du Chien Republican also
MON PM Update: Hovde gave campaign $8 million; Baldwin finished Q1 with $10.3 million in the bank
From WisPolitics … — GOP U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde loaned his campaign $8 million during the first quarter while pulling in just shy of $1.1 million from other donors. It’s already one of the largest personal investments by a
Protect Our Care WI: FACT SHEET: Medicaid works for women and children
April marks the 7th annual Medicaid Awareness Month. Medicaid is an essential source of coverage for women and children. More than 18 million, or nearly 1 in 5, adult women are enrolled in Medicaid. Approximately 40 million, or half of