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As JD Vance arrived in New York City for the vice presidential debate, the DNC rolled out the red carpet, welcoming Vance with a projection onto Trump Tower using his own words calling Trump unfit to be president and reminding
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Representatives Jill Billings and Jodi Emerson, State Senate Candidate Paul Hambleton, and Assembly Candidate Tara Johnson gathered to address the health care and clean water crises impacting western Wisconsin. Right now, Republican politicians in Madison are refusing to
Quotes of the Week Voters are long over January 6th. Walz and the moderators are obsessed while most Americans are focused on issues related to high prices, border security, public safety, and free speech. They are tone deaf.- Former GOP
This week, The Cap Times highlighted Informing Democracy’s new comprehensive state report outlining the processes that will govern Wisconsin’s 2024 general election and the officials at every level of government who help administer those elections. As The Cap Times’ Andrew Bahl notes, Informing Democracy’s report is helping fight
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – As we approach the last few weeks before election day, one thing is clear: Scardy Cat Rebecca Crook is afraid to debate Congressman Derrick Van Orden. Frankly, we don’t blame her. There’s a LOT that Crook
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss presidential campaign visits, results of the latest Marquette University Law School poll, the Wausau mayor’s removal of a now-restored absentee ballot drop box and more.
WASHINGTON – On Friday, Daily Caller published an op-ed written by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) where he detailed his experience at a recent election security briefing with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray, Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) Avril Haines, and
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced she secured an additional $3.45 million for Wisconsin’s dairy businesses through her Dairy Business Innovation Initiative (DBII) – a program she created under the 2018 Farm Bill to help dairy businesses across
MADISON — Yesterday, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde to represent Wisconsin in the U.S. Senate. The U.S. Chamber endorses candidates for federal office who will stand up for free enterprise, including by vigorously
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced the Governor’s Council on Financial Literacy and Capability is accepting nominations for the 2024 Governor’s Financial Literacy Awards through November 22, 2024. The awards recognize individuals and organizations for increasing financial literacy, capability, and
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, without congressional action, 235,000 Wisconsinites could be forced to pay more for health insurance as tax credits extended by the Inflation Reduction Act are set to expire in 2025—the same year as
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – It’s spooky season folks, but let’s be honest, while folks decide whether ghouls are more frightening than goblins, in our minds there’s nothing more scary than Democrat Rebecca Crook in Congress. While Congressman Derrick Van Orden
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take a look at the Wisconsin’s Native American tribes’ recent push to provide medical marijuana. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) continues to be disappointed by the Commission on Presidential Debates and the mainstream media outlets by their decision to not include third party and independent candidates in their Vice Presidential debate. There are more
Green Bay, WI – Dr. Kristin Lyerly, the Democratic nominee for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, who would be the first pro-choice OB/GYN in Congress, announced today that she has raised over $1.1 million in the 3rd quarter, with contributions from over
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Bill Lueders wrote about the litany of issues plaguing Eric Hovde’s campaign for Senate. Lueders pointed out Hovde’s track record of insulting Wisconsinites, lying to voters, and being an out-of-touch California bank owner who is unfit to be Wisconsin’s Senator. Read more here: The Bulwark:
MILWAUKEE – County Executive David Crowley has been recognized by Governing as a 2024 Public Official of the Year. For 30 years, Governing has recognized state and local officials around the country who are making a difference and delivering positive results for the people and
TOP STORIES Liz Cheney campaigns with Harris in WI while Trump holds a rally in MI… [Dem VP and GOP ex-Jan. 6 committee co-chair] appeared together in Ripon, home to a white schoolhouse where a series of meetings held in
Green Bay, WI – Dr. Kristin Lyerly, the Democratic nominee for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, who would be the first pro-choice OB/GYN in Congress, announced today that she has raised over $1.1 million in the 3rd quarter, with contributions from
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the recipients of the Urban Forestry Catastrophic Storm Grants to assist with damage sustained during statewide extreme storm events that took place June 21-25, 2024. Catastrophic storm grants typically
As JD Vance arrived in New York City for the vice presidential debate, the DNC rolled out the red carpet, welcoming Vance with a projection onto Trump Tower using his own words calling Trump unfit to be president and reminding voters that Trump is a chicken for refusing another debate
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Representatives Jill Billings and Jodi Emerson, State Senate Candidate Paul Hambleton, and Assembly Candidate Tara Johnson gathered to address the health care and clean water crises impacting western Wisconsin. Right now, Republican politicians in Madison are refusing to release already-approved crisis funding for our communities—standing in between people
Quotes of the Week Voters are long over January 6th. Walz and the moderators are obsessed while most Americans are focused on issues related to high prices, border security, public safety, and free speech. They are tone deaf.- Former GOP Gov. Scott Walker in a post on X reacting to
This week, The Cap Times highlighted Informing Democracy’s new comprehensive state report outlining the processes that will govern Wisconsin’s 2024 general election and the officials at every level of government who help administer those elections. As The Cap Times’ Andrew Bahl notes, Informing Democracy’s report is helping fight misinformation and build con… Please log in to access subscriber
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – As we approach the last few weeks before election day, one thing is clear: Scardy Cat Rebecca Crook is afraid to debate Congressman Derrick Van Orden. Frankly, we don’t blame her. There’s a LOT that Crook has been hiding from voters across Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss presidential campaign visits, results of the latest Marquette University Law School poll, the Wausau mayor’s removal of a now-restored absentee ballot drop box and more.
WASHINGTON – On Friday, Daily Caller published an op-ed written by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) where he detailed his experience at a recent election security briefing with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray, Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) Avril Haines, and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Director Jen Eas… Please
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced she secured an additional $3.45 million for Wisconsin’s dairy businesses through her Dairy Business Innovation Initiative (DBII) – a program she created under the 2018 Farm Bill to help dairy businesses across the country grow, innovate, and reach new markets. The U.S.
MADISON — Yesterday, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde to represent Wisconsin in the U.S. Senate. The U.S. Chamber endorses candidates for federal office who will stand up for free enterprise, including by vigorously advocating for public policy solutions that will spur economic growth,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced the Governor’s Council on Financial Literacy and Capability is accepting nominations for the 2024 Governor’s Financial Literacy Awards through November 22, 2024. The awards recognize individuals and organizations for increasing financial literacy, capability, and inclusion among W… Please log in to access subscriber content.
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, without congressional action, 235,000 Wisconsinites could be forced to pay more for health insurance as tax credits extended by the Inflation Reduction Act are set to expire in 2025—the same year as provisions of the 2017 Republican Tax Law are set to
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – It’s spooky season folks, but let’s be honest, while folks decide whether ghouls are more frightening than goblins, in our minds there’s nothing more scary than Democrat Rebecca Crook in Congress. While Congressman Derrick Van Orden has stood strong, representing southwestern Wisconsin’s values in the heart
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take a look at the Wisconsin’s Native American tribes’ recent push to provide medical marijuana. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) continues to be disappointed by the Commission on Presidential Debates and the mainstream media outlets by their decision to not include third party and independent candidates in their Vice Presidential debate. There are more than two points of view on the American political spectrum
Green Bay, WI – Dr. Kristin Lyerly, the Democratic nominee for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, who would be the first pro-choice OB/GYN in Congress, announced today that she has raised over $1.1 million in the 3rd quarter, with contributions from over 26,000 individual donors. This massive haul is the strongest quarter raised
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Bill Lueders wrote about the litany of issues plaguing Eric Hovde’s campaign for Senate. Lueders pointed out Hovde’s track record of insulting Wisconsinites, lying to voters, and being an out-of-touch California bank owner who is unfit to be Wisconsin’s Senator. Read more here: The Bulwark: Will Wisconsin Voters Elect a Jerk… Please log in to
MILWAUKEE – County Executive David Crowley has been recognized by Governing as a 2024 Public Official of the Year. For 30 years, Governing has recognized state and local officials around the country who are making a difference and delivering positive results for the people and communities they serve. County Executive Crowley is being recognized by Governing for
TOP STORIES Liz Cheney campaigns with Harris in WI while Trump holds a rally in MI… [Dem VP and GOP ex-Jan. 6 committee co-chair] appeared together in Ripon, home to a white schoolhouse where a series of meetings held in 1854 to oppose slavery’s expansion led to the start of
Green Bay, WI – Dr. Kristin Lyerly, the Democratic nominee for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, who would be the first pro-choice OB/GYN in Congress, announced today that she has raised over $1.1 million in the 3rd quarter, with contributions from over 26,000 individual donors. This massive haul is the strongest
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the recipients of the Urban Forestry Catastrophic Storm Grants to assist with damage sustained during statewide extreme storm events that took place June 21-25, 2024. Catastrophic storm grants typically range from $4,000 to $50,000 and do not require a