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Gov. Tony Evers apparently stopped playing politics long enough Wednesday to take up an offer by the Trump administration to send federal agents into riot-ravaged Kenosha. Or at least up the Wisconsin Army National Guard presence there.
While we mourn, cry, and hope for Jacob Blake’s survival, we must understand where we are in our nation’s history.
What happened in Kenosha is tragic. Sadly, this is a glimpse into Joe Biden’s America.
Robin Vos and the Republican-controlled Wisconsin State Legislature haven’t passed any bill for 133 days and counting, and they completely refuse to address law enforcement reform.
There is an argument to be made that the word “racist” is thrown around too readily by Black Lives Matter people, making every white who doesn’t feel racist angry that they are so described. But all the whites who defend themselves that way should be reading “Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents,” Isabel Wilkerson’s compelling new book that explores the idea of “racism” being an over-used pejorative.
The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the need for the U.S. to think globally about the issues that threaten our domestic security.
Ex-sheriff not indicted but was key fundraiser for We Build the Wall group accused of fraud.
A fourth night of protests in Kenosha following the police shooting of a Black father of six was mostly peaceful, a contrast from previous nights that saw looting, property damage and three people shot, two fatally.
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Advertisement AARP Wisconsin From WisPolitics.com … — A fourth night of protests in Kenosha following the police shooting of a Black father of six was mostly peaceful, a contrast from previous nights that saw looting, property
Vice President Mike Pence briefly touched on the violent protests in Kenosha during his speech to the Republican National Convention. Pence slammed Joe Biden, saying the Dem nominee “didn’t say one word about the violence and chaos engulfing cities.” “Let
U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher praised President Trump for rebuilding the military and ushering in a “sea change” in America’s foreign policy during an online panel ahead of the third night of the Republican National Convention. The panel was tied to
Gov. Tony Evers today doubled the number of National Guard members available to help law enforcement rein in violent protests in Kenosha as Republicans slammed him for doing too little and the White House moved to provide additional federal assistance.
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Gov. Tony Evers today doubled the number of National Guard members available to help law enforcement rein in violent protests in Kenosha as Republicans slammed him for doing too little and the
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11 Black men, one Latino male killed by police in last decade in state. When will it end?
Gov. Tony Evers apparently stopped playing politics long enough Wednesday to take up an offer by the Trump administration to send federal agents into riot-ravaged Kenosha. Or at least up the Wisconsin Army National Guard presence there.
While we mourn, cry, and hope for Jacob Blake’s survival, we must understand where we are in our nation’s history.
What happened in Kenosha is tragic. Sadly, this is a glimpse into Joe Biden’s America.
Robin Vos and the Republican-controlled Wisconsin State Legislature haven’t passed any bill for 133 days and counting, and they completely refuse to address law enforcement reform.
There is an argument to be made that the word “racist” is thrown around too readily by Black Lives Matter people, making every white who doesn’t feel racist angry that they are so described. But all the whites who defend themselves that way should be reading “Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents,” Isabel Wilkerson’s compelling new book that explores the idea of “racism” being an over-used pejorative.
The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the need for the U.S. to think globally about the issues that threaten our domestic security. Considering the unprecedented economic upheaval American industries, small businesses, and
Ex-sheriff not indicted but was key fundraiser for We Build the Wall group accused of fraud.
A fourth night of protests in Kenosha following the police shooting of a Black father of six was mostly peaceful, a contrast from previous nights that saw looting, property damage and three people shot, two fatally.
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Advertisement AARP Wisconsin From WisPolitics.com … — A fourth night of protests in Kenosha following the police shooting of a Black father of six was mostly peaceful, a contrast from previous nights that saw looting, property damage and three people shot, two fatally. The relative calm
Vice President Mike Pence briefly touched on the violent protests in Kenosha during his speech to the Republican National Convention. Pence slammed Joe Biden, saying the Dem nominee “didn’t say one word about the violence and chaos engulfing cities.” “Let me be clear: the violence must stop, whether in Minneapolis,
U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher praised President Trump for rebuilding the military and ushering in a “sea change” in America’s foreign policy during an online panel ahead of the third night of the Republican National Convention. The panel was tied to tonight’s convention theme, “Land of Heroes” and focused on largely
Gov. Tony Evers today doubled the number of National Guard members available to help law enforcement rein in violent protests in Kenosha as Republicans slammed him for doing too little and the White House moved to provide additional federal assistance. The moves all came against a backdrop of Wisconsin playing
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Gov. Tony Evers today doubled the number of National Guard members available to help law enforcement rein in violent protests in Kenosha as Republicans slammed him for doing too little and the White House moved to provide additional federal assistance. The moves
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** Tomorrow: ‘Miller Park, the Milwaukee Brewers and baseball: Economic recovery amid a pandemic’ Join WisPolitics.com and WisBusiness.com on Thursday, Aug. 27, from noon to 1 p.m. for a virtual event: “Miller Park, the Milwaukee Brewers and baseball: Economic recovery amid a pandemic.” Three experts will
11 Black men, one Latino male killed by police in last decade in state. When will it end?