David Blaska: America wasn’t tired of Donald Trump; it is sick of him
We don’t blame Donald Trump for the washout in Tuesday’s mid-term elections as much as we blame his enablers.
James Wigderson: January 6 congressmen big losers
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Gregory Humphrey: The politics of resentment in rural towns and the midterm elections
The rural-urban divide that played out in these midterms was often described as a conflict between different economic interests or political preferences. But the deeper conflict may concern what it means to belong as an American.
Gregg Hoffmann: Election results could be good for e-movement
Environment should not be a partisan issue, but it often becomes so. The results of Tuesday’s election did bring more clout to the party that historically has favored the environment. But it’s up to us to make sure the new majority Democrats make it a priority in the coming months.
Bill Barth: Get serious about paying for schools
State aid that isn’t keeping up with costs is fueling the trend for districts across Wisconsin to place ballot initiatives asking local voters to voluntarily increase their property taxes to close gaps in operational funding.
Van Mobley: Eliminate foreign liquor tax loophole
Wisconsin’s members of Congress should take a hard look at Section 5010 and the competitive disadvantage it can create for producers here at home. It’s time to clean up the federal tax code, and that means sweeping away clutter like the foreign liquor loophole.
Richard Moore: DNR rogue rulemaking underscores need for legislative oversight
Five years after lawmakers proposed peer review, the DNR shows why it’s needed.
Eric Wilcots: UW’s Nobel laureate started his research with a question
We must continue to value curiosity and give researchers the resources necessary to pursue the answers, wherever they may lead.
DPI: State Superintendent Dr. Underly: Nearly 80 school referendums underscore need for school funding reform
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement today after Tuesday’s general election, which included 79 school referendum questions on the ballot. “Wisconsin voters made it clear they believe our children’s future is worth investing in and
BPDD: Looks forward to working with new Governor and Legislature on disability priorities
MADISON – The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) looks forward to working with new and returning elected officials on legislative policy priorities that focus on upholding the rights of people with disabilities to receive care at home, get an
Serious-About-Safety: Candidate David Crowley wins election over “tough-on-crime” opponent
Wisconsin voters chose a safety and justice champion at the polls this November. David Crowley has officially been elected Wisconsin’s next governor. In response to this victory, Serious About Safety PAC board member Ellen Flenniken released the following statement: “Crowley’s opponents and
Knoke campaign: Kevin Knoke defeats Shannon Zimmerman in Assembly District 30
HUDSON, Wis. — With 100% of precincts reporting in Assembly District 30, Democratic candidate Kevin Knoke has received the most votes and defeated five-term incumbent Shannon Zimmerman. Knoke, a longtime local elementary school teacher and United States Army veteran, issued
Severson campaign: Erik Severson wins election for Senate District 25
Polk County, WI — Republican Erik Severson was elected as the next State Senator for the25th District, securing a 52.8 percent victory and will take office in January.“Throughout this entire campaign, I have relied on the support of God, my