Patrick McIlheran: Marriage: The old-fashioned, secret path to happiness and prosperity
Sociologist Brad Wilcox is modeling what he thinks more people with elevated platforms in American culture should do: He’s telling young people to marry because it will make them happier.
Dave Zweifel: Capitol officers get no respect from GOP-led House
I’ve got former Shorewood Hills president and longtime utillity official David Benforado to thank for passing along a recent story from CBS News that ought to make your blood boil.
FRI AM Update: Republicans denounce Trump verdict, Dems voice support for judicial system
From WisPolitics … — State GOP Chairman Brian Schimming is accusing Dems and President Joe Biden’s campaign of weaponizing the legal system after Donald Trump became the first former president to be convicted of a felony, calling the verdict “a
Robyn Vining: Another Medicaid miss
Arkansas. And us, the great State of Wisconsin. That’s it. That’s the list. And it is not a “good” list. This is not a good list for Wisconsin women. What list is this? It’s a list of the states that have refused to extend postpartum coverage for new moms on Medicaid from 60 days to a full year.
THU PM Update: East Troy man announces plan to challenge Vos in fall election
From WisPolitics … — Andrew Cegielski, a conservative journalist who works for an industrial oven company in East Troy, announced today he plans to challenge Assembly Speaker Robin Vos in the GOP primary for the 33rd AD in August. Cegielski’s
Roth campaign: Democrats distract from failures with political show trial
APPLETON, WI – Today, Roger Roth released the following statement on the politically motivated decision against former President Donald Trump. “This case would never have been brought if Democrats were not worried about the prospect of Donald Trump’s reelection. As countless legal experts
Wied campaign: Trump-endorsed conservative Tony Wied’s statement on today’s sham verdict
De Pere, WI – Trump-Endorsed Conservative Tony Wied released the following statement following today’s sham verdict against President Trump: “Joe Biden and his lackeys have weaponized the Department of Justice to persecute his political adversaries. The American people recognize what
Gov. Evers: Announces Maj. Gen. Paul E. Knapp to leave Wisconsin National Guard
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced Maj. Gen. Paul E. Knapp will be resigning as Wisconsin’s adjutant general, effective June 6, 2024. As the interview process to select Wisconsin’s next adjutant general is underway, Brig. Gen. David W. May
Jacque campaign: Pro-Life Wisconsin Endorses André Jacque for Wisconsin 8th Congressional District
GREEN BAY, WI – André Jacque, pro-life champion and Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, is proud to announce that he has received Pro-Life Wisconsin’s sole endorsement for the 8th Congressional District as the clear choice for pro-life voters in this
WILL: Wisconsin Court of Appeals grants WILL request to hear free speech case & postpones scheduled jury trial
The News: The Wisconsin Court of Appeals has granted WILL’s motion for permissive appeal, putting on hold a costly, pointless, and incoherent jury trial. WILL’s client, Scarlett Johnson, is a Wisconsin Moms for Liberty activist who is being sued for defamation
Sen. Ballweg: 2024 Joan Ballweg Leadership Scholarship recipients
Madison…State Senator Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) presented her 20th Annual Joan Ballweg Leadership Scholarship to 10 outstanding students across the 14th Senate District. “Throughout my time in the legislature, I have enjoyed getting to know the young leaders in the 14th Senate District,” said
Cegielski campaign: Andrew Cegielski announces candidacy for Wisconsin State Assembly District 33
[East Troy, WI] — May 30, 2024 — Andrew Cegielski, a dedicated conservative and champion of faith, family, and community, proudly announces his candidacy for the Wisconsin State Assembly in the 33rd district. Running under the Republican banner, Cegielski’s campaign
WisDems: Rep. Francesca Hong responds to Eric Hovde saying single parents lack “morals and ethics”
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin hosted a press call with state Rep. Francesca Hong responding to recently uncovered comments from Eric Hovde where he insulted single parents, saying that growing up in a single parent home puts kids on a “direct path
Dept. of Health Services: Expands stroke prevention campaign
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is continuing to raise awareness about prevention, treatment, and recovery from stroke by launching an expanded statewide public awareness campaign to teach people how they can reduce their stroke risk, how to know
Ready Wisconsin: Wisconsin Heat Awareness Day is June 5
MADISON – As Wisconsin enters the summer months, it is important for people to pay close attention to their health and well-being with increased temperatures. To encourage everyone to take steps to prevent heat-related illnesses or deaths, Gov. Tony Evers