Nick Ramos: Our modern day fight for civil rights
Our democracy demands continuous engagement. The future—ours and that of generations to come—depends on staying informed, involved, and inspiring others in our communities to do the same.
Bill Kaplan: Trump’s studied chaos, cruelty and incompetence
Wisconsin GOP U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson and other GOP members of Congress endorsed this madness. They and Trump are not on the side of regular folks, just billionaires.
Gregory Humphrey: Trump tariffs: unhinged and irresponsible
What is set to happen is not some creeping, slow, stodgy incremental policy shift on tariffs. Donald Trump has imposed a swift strike that will swing at the nations he talks about but will ultimately land with a painful jolt to the American consumers.
Dave Zweifel: Two weeks of numbing chaos; four years to go
We’re just two weeks into the Trump administration’s next four years and very few people are sure exactly where the country is going.
WisDems: GOP tariffs will hurt Wisconsin families, farmers & manufacturers
MADISON, Wis. — The new Republican blanket tariff plan is a massive tax hike on Wisconsin families, farmers and manufacturers. From raising the cost of fuel and electricity, to hiking the prices folks pay at the grocery store for fruits and vegetables,
Richard Moore: Ain’t petty: Supreme Court case against petty-offense exception is a big deal
Is a five-month prison sentence too inconsequential for a jury trial?
Crawford campaign: I’ll protect the rights of all Wisconsinites
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Judge Susan Crawford wrote in a new op-ed in The Capital Times that she is running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court to be a common sense Justice dedicated to protecting the fundamental rights and freedoms of all Wisconsinites.
Libertarian Party of Wisconsin: Response to Trump tariffs
With a stroke of a pen, President Trump has imposed the single largest tax hike on American consumers in decades. From 10% on energy (including 60% of our crude oil imports) to 25% on everything from off season fruits and
DNC War Room: DNC Chair Ken Martin: Billionaires won’t shoulder Trump’s tariff costs – working Wisconsinites will
With Donald Trump signing blanket tariffs that will ensure Wisconsin families – not corporations – pay higher prices, DNC Chair Ken Martin released the following statement: “Here’s the thing about Donald Trump’s erratic tariff policy: Trump isn’t going to make corporate
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Slams Trump’s tariffs for raising prices on families, and hurting farmers and manufacturers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement on President Donald Trump’s announcement of across-the-board 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% additional tariff on imports from China. “When it comes to
Opportunity Wisconsin: Trump’s tariff Executive Order will raise costs for Wisconsin families
MADISON, Wis. – Today, President Trump enacted new tariffs on key trade partners, signing an Executive Order that will trigger price hikes on gas, groceries, and everyday items in the coming weeks. Increased tariffs are a key piece of Trump and House
Dane County Exec Agard: Recognizes Black History Month 2025
Madison, WI – Today, Dane County Executive Melissa Agard recognizes the start of Black History Month 2025, celebrating the profound contributions of Black individuals and communities in Dane County. This month serves as an opportunity to honor the achievements, resilience,
Rep. Rodriguez: Clarifies delays in Bender Park boat launch project
MILWAUKEE, WI – In response to public claims made by Milwaukee County Supervisor Steve Taylor regarding delays in the Bender Park boat launch project, State Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) released the following statement: “Residents deserve accurate information, not political misdirection.
Underly campaign: Wisconsin AFL-CIO endorses Jill Underly for re-election as State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Madison, WI – Today, the campaign of Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly enthusiastically accepted the endorsement of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO. The Wisconsin AFL-CIO represents hard-working members at the state and local level, in both public- and private-sector
Dept. of Justice: Gov. Evers and Attorney General Kaul announce temporary restraining order in lawsuit challenging President Trump’s illegal federal funding freeze
Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MADISON, Wis. – Gov. Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced a federal judge in Rhode Island issued a temporary restraining order in the lawsuit filed by Wisconsin and a coalition of 22 other states challenging President