Elect Principled Veterans Fund ad calls Roth ‘tough as nails’
The Elect Principled Veterans Fund is up with a new TV ad in the 8th CD that says Republican Roger Roth is “tough as nails.”
Racine Recall Committee: Demands immediate dismantling of corrupt Wisconsin Elections Commission
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Biden ad features Michigan sheriff knocking Trump over Jan. 6 Capitol attack
The campaign said it’s part of a previously announced $50 million buy in June and will run in TV markets in battleground states. It didn’t provide any specifics on the Wisconsin component of the buy.
Elections Commission rejects Vos recall petition
Those seeking to recall Robin Vos failed for a second time in their effort to target the GOP Assembly speaker after the state Elections Commission ruled 4-2 they were short of the signatures needed to trigger an election.
Americans for Contraception: The enormous stakes of contraception rights in tonight’s presidential debate
Madison, Wisconsin—As the nation prepares for tonight’s presidential debate, Americans for Contraception (AFC) underscores the critical importance of contraception rights in the broader struggle for reproductive freedom. With the future of these fundamental rights at stake, it is crucial for
Sen. Roys: Trump’s Supreme Court shows continued contempt for women
MADISON — The U.S. Supreme Court today announced a 6-3 decision in Idaho and Moyle, et al. v. United States to dismiss the appeal, which means Idaho hospitals will provide abortion care if the health of the mother is at risk. In
WisDems: ‘A Walking Conflict of Interest’: Eric Hovde refuses to divest from California Bank if elected
MADISON, Wis. — This morning, a breaking news report from Dan Bice of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel revealed Eric Hovde refuses to give up ownership of Sunwest Bank if he is elected to the Senate. If elected to the Senate, Hovde would have extensive influence over
Dave Cieslewicz: Wisconsin voters shrug at Trump convictions
There’s a new Marquette Law School poll out. Let’s dive in.
Jordan Morales: Milwaukee needs new kind of school board
Higher pay and city-wide elections on high-turnout election days would strengthen board.
Bruce Murphy: Does MPS need to be reorganized?
Crisis points to potential problems with school system’s financial oversight.
Gov. Evers: WHEDA announce six developments to receive funding for affordable housing
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), announced today the results of the latest round of competitive funding for the Vacancy-to-Vitality, Restore Main Street, and Infrastructure Access loan programs, developed from the
Iuscely Flores: The impact of Superintendent Keith Posley’s resignation on BIPOC communities in Milwaukee Public Schools
In a recent turn of events, Superintendent Keith Posley’s resignation from Milwaukee Public Schools has brought to light a critical issue plaguing not just the district, but communities of color and underserved BIPOC students across the nation: the lack of accountability and the consequences of entrusting too much power to a single individual.
Scott Frostman: Schools need higher standards for learning not more word salad
We need a new direction at our Department of Public Instruction. We need professionals less worried about the word salad used to mask challenges, and more concerned with transparency and accountability. We’re currently “below basic.” No new fancy words needed.
Steven Walters: Attorney shortage worst in Wisconsin’s northern counties
New committee created to address the “crisis.”
Ja’han Jones: Senate hopeful Eric Hovde steps in it while talking Black culture
The Wisconsin Republican’s appearance at a Juneteenth event is earning mockery. Here’s why.