Clarence Nicholas: The governorship of a man of African Descent and its influence on Wisconsin’s institutions: Housing, healthcare, employment, education, and social justice
A governor of African descent would bring a perspective informed by historical experiences often overlooked within policymaking institutions. More importantly, such a governor could prioritize policies designed to reduce disparities that have persisted for generations.
Bill Barth: Campaign ’26: Hope in the Heartland
I’m actually somewhat encouraged. Hong’s defeat — late though it came — suggests lots of Wisconsin Democrats stood up for more mainstream views. Likewise, the pulse in rural America is turning against the worst impulses of the Right because it’s causing real pain.
Spencer Black: Unite behind Crowley, but learn from Hong
Crowley’s victory was very narrow and Democrats have much to learn from Hong’s campaign.
Simran Arora: Making Wisconsin more affordable for working families
Strong schools give our children opportunities. Strong communities give families stability. An affordable Wisconsin gives them the freedom to build their future.
James E. Causey: Fights show we didn’t listen after Sherman Park uprising
Ten years after MKE was warned that adults were failing Black youth, another outbreak of violence raises the question: Did we ever really listen? Accountability doesn’t begin and end with the child.
Bruce Murphy: Ron Johnson continues his war on vaccines
He’s run 5 Senate committee hearings in the last year spreading crackpot theories and disinformation.
WED News Summary: First debates between Crowley, Tiffany in planning stage
TOP STORIES Tom Tiffany ad attacks David Crowley on data centers… [in Tiffany’s new “data center David Crowley” ad,] Crowley is seen saying Wisconsin has the opportunity to be “an AI and a data hub not only for the entire
Rolf Lindgren: ‘Racist rock’ now gone for five years from Madison
In 1925, the rock appeared in a newspaper article that contained an offensive racial slur.
Bob Wahlin: China’s playbook is designed to manipulate American markets
The Chinese government heavily subsidizes its companies, allowing them to flood the US with artificially priced products. Stopping China’s playbook is key to Wisconsin manufacturing job growth.
Reg Wydeven: USDOJ suit claims Uber drivers discriminate against disabled riders
Last fall, the Justice Department filed a $125 million lawsuit against Uber, alleging that the ride-sharing company discriminates against passengers with disabilities.
Sen. Van Wanggaard: Over 800 convicted criminals seek commutations
MADISON – Senator Van Wanggaard (R-Racine) is releasing the names of over 800 inmates asking Governor Tony Evers for commutation of their sentences. Evers’ Commutation Board is holding its first meeting on Friday, when they will hear the applications of
Weekly GOP radio address: You deserve more money in your pocket
Wouldn’t it be nice to have an extra $600 in your pocket right now? Groceries, school supplies, gas; the bills pile up. Too bad Every. Single. Senate. Democrat. voted against the bill to put the state surplus back in the
Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin State Patrol joins law enforcement agencies across the state in effort to end impaired driving
From Aug. 19 through Sept. 7, Wisconsin State Patrol will be working alongside local law enforcement agencies to prevent impaired driving through the Labor Day holiday weekend with the annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over education and enforcement campaign. “Strong
Platform Communications: ICYMI: Badger Battleground poll offers first look at Wisconsin gubernatorial race
MADISON, Wis. – Platform Communications released its latest bipartisan Badger Battleground Poll, offering a national first look at battleground Wisconsin’s gubernatorial matchup between 7th District Congressman Tom Tiffany (R) and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley (D). Crowley pulled off a narrow
Protect Our Care Wisconsin: Pocan, healthcare advocates joined Protect Our Care Wisconsin to discuss new report highlighting how health care cuts supported by Congressman Tom Tiffany hit home
MADISON, WI – Yesterday, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan and healthcare advocates joined Protect Our Care Wisconsin to discuss a new report laying bare the damage being done across Wisconsin after Congressman Tom Tiffany and Donald Trump slashed more than $1