U.S. Sen. Johnson: Introduces the Guidance Out Of Darkness Act (GOOD)
WASHINGTON – On Friday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and 14 of his Senate colleagues introduced the Guidance Out Of Darkness (GOOD) Act. The GOOD Act requires federal agencies to publish their regulatory guidance on the internet in an easily accessible location. This bill will
WisDems: BREAKING: Brad Schimel prejudges abortion cases, claims “there is not a constitutional right to abortion” in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the New York Times reported on recently uncovered audio of extreme right-wing politician Brad Schimel taking a stand against reproductive freedom in Wisconsin—and prejudging cases on abortion access that may come before the court. In two separate audio clips, Brad
Crawford Campaign: The New York Times: “One of 2025’s Biggest Battles Over Abortion Rights Has Already Begun”
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, The New York Times’ Reid Epstein shines a light on the high-stakes race for Wisconsin’s Supreme Court, where abortion rights hang in the balance. The race between Judge Susan Crawford and Brad Schimel is already
Wisconsin Democracy Campaign: Former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn joins Wisconsinites to condemn January 6 pardons, call on state Supreme Court candidates to defend democracy
MILWAUKEE, MADISON, WI – The January 6 insurrection lives in infamy as the antithesis to our democratic values. Following the news President Trump pardoned more than 1,500 people charged in the January 6 attack with attempting to overthrow the 2020 election,
Common Cause: Critical Wisconsin Supreme Court election and vital local elections deserve your attention
During these first four months of 2025, there are two important election dates: Tuesday, February 18th and Tuesday, April 1st. Make a note on your calendar (paper, like mine, or online) and prepare now to be ready to vote in these upcoming, important
Sen. Wimberger: Unreleased DEI audit already exposing abuse
MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) released the following statement after UW-Madison announced the demotion of their chief diversity officer, due to alleged financial mismanagement: “This revelation highlights exactly why I, and legislative Republicans, voted to audit DEI government-wide. Not
National Democratic Redistricting Committee: Eric Holder endorses Judge Susan Crawford for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Washington, D.C. — Today, Eric H. Holder, Jr., the 82nd Attorney General of the United States and Chairman of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee (NDRC), announced his endorsement of Judge Susan Crawford for the Wisconsin Supreme Court. As first reported
Lucy Ripp: Abortion care in Wisconsin on the line in Supreme Court race
As we mark the 52nd anniversary of Roe v. Wade, Wisconsinites should be making our own reproductive health care decisions, not politicians.
Steven Walters: Evers faces Washington, April elections headwinds
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers faced new political headwinds when he gave his seventh State of the State message last week.
Bruce Thompson: How much did new state legislative districts change?
Much closer results, far less gerrymandered despite increasing polarization.
Ty Babinski: Celebrating school choice and saying thanks
As we celebrate School Choice Week, I think it’s important to recognize the significance of educational options available to all parents in Wisconsin, the birthplace of school choice.
Richard Moore: A glowing future with nuclear (if government gets and stays out of the way)
Deregulation and ending all tax breaks and subsidies for renewable energies will level the playing field and allow the industry to thrive.
Bill Kaplan: Trump, oligarchy and mob rule
After Trump swore to “preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States” he gave a pardon to about 1,600 January 6, 2021, insurrectionists, while commuting the prison sentences of 14 ringleaders. These thugs assaulted – injured more than 140 police officers and desecrated the U.S. Capitol.
LaKeshia Myers: Where do we go from here: A reckoning with King’s vision and Trump’s America
Our path forward demands radical imagination, collective action, and an unwavering commitment to justice. We cannot afford complacency in the face of political regression.
James Causey: Trump said he’d make King’s dream a reality. He’s already made mockery of that.
Trump and King would have also disagreed on several of the president’s pardons, including the release of 1,500 people charged for taking part in the mob attack on the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.