Gregory Humphrey: Editorial cartoons are a powerful form of journalism
The reason editorial cartoons matter is that they are vital to our culture as they stir the national conversation about topics and personalities that are at times gritty and hard to stomach.
Mike McCabe: How could we not
What a different country, what a better country, ours would be if every American had the occasion to live abroad.
Penny Fasler: No more tax breaks for corporations and the ultra-wealthy
It’s time for Congress to realize that improving tax fairness means a stronger economy, more vibrant small businesses and greater opportunities for Wisconsin families.
THU News Summary: Biden courts Black voters in Milwaukee radio interview; Washington County DA to weigh Brandtjen charges
TOP STORIES Biden courts Black voters in Milwaukee radio interview It’s the latest example of the importance of the Black vote in the race for the White House … In an interview on “The Truth with Sherwin Hughes” … Biden
DC Wrap: Wisconsin House Dems oppose measure condemning Biden for “open border crisis”
In this week’s DC Wrap: Wisconsin House Dems oppose a resolution condemning the Biden administration for an “open border crisis” and U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Janesville, criticizes an agreement between UW-Milwaukee leaders and pro-Palestinian protesters.
THU AM Update: Harris in Milwaukee today
From WisPolitics … — Vice President Kamala Harris will be joined by comedian and radio show host D.L Hughley during her stop in Milwaukee today for a moderated conversation about how the Biden administration is working to increase economic opportunity,
Recall Vos: Committee to host major press conference
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WED PM Update: Water Council contradicts UW-Milwaukee chancellor’s claim
From WisPolitics … — The Water Council today confirmed the group hasn’t had ties to two Israeli-government-owned water organizations since 2019, contradicting UW-Milwaukee leaders’ claim Chancellor Mark Mone convinced it to end relations with the organizations. The clarification comes after
Florida GOP U.S. Rep. Donalds to headline GOP state convention
The state GOP announced U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds will be the headline speaker at the Republican state convention Saturday in Appleton.
Environmental Groups: Warn against fast-tracking federal review of Line 5 Pipeline Project in Northern Wisconsin
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U.S. Sen. Baldwin, U.S. Rep. Moore: Introduce legislation to support mental health for pregnant women and new moms
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-WI-04) introduced the Mental Health and Making Access More Affordable (MAMA) Act to better ensure pregnant women and new mothers can access affordable mental health care and substance use disorder services.
Sen. LeMahieu: Condemns anti-police rhetoric
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Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network: Nearly 200 advocates participated in Aging Advocacy Day 2024
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ThedaCare: From the Trauma Center to the State Basketball Championship
NEENAH, Wis. – A little more than 100 days after a head-on car crash, Emmitt Konieczny, was celebrating winning the D5 state basketball tournament, hoisting the gold ball in the air. Just months before that incredible moment, he was sitting
Capitol Chats: Forward Analytics’ Knapp says NIMBY attitude a challenge for affordable housing
In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Forward Analytics Director Dale Knapp says the state will need to build more housing to meet an increased need due in part to the baby boom of the mid-20th century. Knapp said some challenges