40th AD Dem primary candidates differ on marijuana legalization
Not all the Democratic candidates in Wisconsin’s 40th Assembly District support full marijuana legalization. Brad Cook, D-Pardeeville, said he would only support legalization for medical uses, for now, while Karen DeSanto, D-Baraboo, and Kyle Kunicki, D-Merrimac, both said they support full legalization of marijuana.
Ryan Owens and Alex Tahk: Data show that leaders must open the UW to greater diversity of thought
It will surprise precisely no one to read that University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty lean to the left. What is shocking is how complete the skew is. We believe UW officials and state leaders must recognize this problem and use the tools at their disposal to open the UW to greater diversity of thought.
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Accepting applications for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin grants through September 9, 2024
MADISON, Wis. – The 2024 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants are open to applicants until 11:59 p.m. on September 9, 2024. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will award a total of up to $200,000
Angela Lang: The tragedy and disappointment of the RNC in Milwaukee
Angela Lang, executive director of Black Leaders Organizing for Communities, shares her reflections on the Republican National Convention.
Jacque campaign: Marinette County Sheriff Randy P. Miller and Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police President Ryan Windorff endorse André Jacque for Congress
GREEN BAY, WI – André Jacque, Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, today proudly announced his endorsement from Marinette County Sheriff Randy P. Miller and Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police President Ryan Windorff. The clear choice for law enforcement, Jacque had already
William Osmulski: Democrats’ democracy problem not limited to national politics
Don’t forget the shady moves that led to Sarah Godlewski’s Secretary of State appointment and Mandela Barnes’ senate primary win.
Harris campaign: Statement from Gov. Evers on Iowa’s abortion ban going into effect after Trump overturned Roe
Today at 8 a.m. CT, Iowa’s abortion ban will go into effect. This will bring the total number of state abortion bans from 21 to 22, and leave hundreds of thousands of women in Wisconsin’s neighboring state with fewer rights than
Abby Novinska-Lois: Enbridge poses an existential threat to the Great Lakes
Letting Enbridge, a corporation with a long history of illegal operations and oil spills, extend the 70-year-old Line 5 pipeline through the company’s proposed re-route is not a solution. It’s reckless, greedy behavior.
Harris campaign: Team Harris and Wisconsin Democrats capitalize on grassroots energy across Wisconsin with largest-ever mobilization blitz
This weekend, Team Harris and Wisconsin Democrats marked 100 days until the general election with a massive weekend of action across Wisconsin. Over 1,000 volunteers engaged Wisconsin voters through events across the state, including canvass launches, press events, and visits
Daniel Steininger: We’ve been flooded with brilliant ideas to restore Milwaukee County Parks. Send us yours.
Milwaukee County Parks are at a crisis point, according to a recent Wisconsin Policy Forum report. The Daniel Hoan Foundation parks contest was launched to solicit innovative ideas to help restore these jewels and also reduce operating costs.
Piwowarczyk campaign: Wisconsin Realtors Association endorses Jim Piwowarczyk, says he will ‘protect the American Dream of homeownership’
Town of Erin – The Wisconsin Realtors Association has endorsed small business owner and former police sergeant Jim Piwowarczyk in the 98th Assembly District race, saying he will “protect the American dream of homeownership and preserve private property rights.” The
WisDems: Mark 100 days out from Election Day
MADISON, Wis. — This weekend, Democrats marked 100 days until Election Day on November 5 by mobilizing statewide to organize for Vice President Kamala Harris, Senator Tammy Baldwin, and Democrats up and down the ticket. From knocking on doors, to making phone
Cooke campaign: U.S. Rep. Schneider endorses Rebecca Cooke in Wisconsin’s Third District
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, Cooke for Congress announced the endorsement of Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10). Widely recognized as an independent problem solver in the House of Representatives, Rep. Schneider cited Cooke’s unique background and common-sense approach to getting things done
Jacque campaign: U.S. Rep. Grothman endorses André Jacque for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District
GREEN BAY, WI – André Jacque, Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, is proud to announce that he has received the endorsement of Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-6). “I wholeheartedly endorse André Jacque for Congress. Our country is in deep
WisGOP: Statement on Doug Emhoff visit to Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff’s visit to Wisconsin today, please consider the following statement from the Republican Party of Wisconsin: “The Democrat rebranding tour has nothing to offer voters but familiar names and the same