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A coalition of groups has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to delay the April 7 election until at least after Gov. Tony Ever’s stay-at-home order expires. The suit, filed late yesterday, also wants the deadline pushed back to June 2
This column is a follow-up about the long-term strategic path of the Cap Times, but it seemed necessary to acknowledge the pandemic as the elephant in the room.
Gov. Tony Evers’ stay-at-home order is in unavoidable tension with our Constitution and with the very foundation of the American project. It must be limited in duration, narrow in its application and requires extraordinary justification at every step of the way.
A leader’s strength is truly tested in times of crisis. Since January, President Donald Trump has firmly established himself as a bold, decisive and steadfast leader amid the outbreak of COVID-19.
It’s exposed weaknesses in Wisconsin that legislators must address after the crisis ends.
As Congress debates a coronavirus stimulus package, a Wisconsin Congressman is looking ahead to what needs to be done to combat the spread of the virus while also restoring our economy.
Every ventilator we get off the end of our line and out of our building is saving a life,” said Trevar Smedal, who works at Madison’s GE Datex-Ohmeda manufacturing plant, where production has ramped up and shifts have been added so that assembly of the life-saving equipment can continue around the clock.
Arizona, Pennsylvania paved way for full licensure recognition.
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Advertisement The Madison Club From WisPolitics.com … — A coalition of groups has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to delay the April 7 election until at least after Gov. Tony Ever’s stay-at-home order expires. The suit,
The League of Women Voters Wisconsin filed a federal lawsuit today to prevent the state from rejecting mail-in absentee ballots that lack a witness signature. The League argues in a filing those living alone under self-quarantine because of the coronavirus outbreak or who do not otherwise
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Madison Dems quickly expressed an interest in running for Sen. Fred Risser’s Senate seat after the 92-year-old announced he won’t seek reelection after more than six decades in the Legislature. But Rep.
The Dane County clerk is urging all voters who request an absentee ballot and have trouble presenting a voter ID to indicate they are indefinitely confined, which negates the requirement. Clerk Scott McDonell said his directive isn’t a blanket exemption
There are steps state and local officials can take right now to mitigate this threat.
Life-and-death issue poses the most danger for Milwaukee. Only the Legislature can act.
Put a moratorium on all political fundraising while this pandemic is ravaging our communities. And to go one step further, take existing campaign funds and donate them to charitable organizations helping with the response efforts.
The incident raises First Amendment questions about Evers’ emergency order to stay home and the enforcement of the order.
Evers’ shutdown order debacle demonstrates once again that he is simply not up to the task of leading Wisconsin.
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers STORY TOPICS – White house – Coronavirus – State government – Federal government – Local government – Civil liberties – Courts – Demographics – Economy – Education – Elections – Energy – Foxconn – Health care
A coalition of groups has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to delay the April 7 election until at least after Gov. Tony Ever’s stay-at-home order expires. The suit, filed late yesterday, also wants the deadline pushed back to June 2 for municipal clerks to count all ballots returned by mail.
This column is a follow-up about the long-term strategic path of the Cap Times, but it seemed necessary to acknowledge the pandemic as the elephant in the room.
Gov. Tony Evers’ stay-at-home order is in unavoidable tension with our Constitution and with the very foundation of the American project. It must be limited in duration, narrow in its application and requires extraordinary justification at every step of the way.
A leader’s strength is truly tested in times of crisis. Since January, President Donald Trump has firmly established himself as a bold, decisive and steadfast leader amid the outbreak of COVID-19.
It’s exposed weaknesses in Wisconsin that legislators must address after the crisis ends.
As Congress debates a coronavirus stimulus package, a Wisconsin Congressman is looking ahead to what needs to be done to combat the spread of the virus while also restoring our economy.
Every ventilator we get off the end of our line and out of our building is saving a life,” said Trevar Smedal, who works at Madison’s GE Datex-Ohmeda manufacturing plant, where production has ramped up and shifts have been added so that assembly of the life-saving equipment can continue around the clock.
Arizona, Pennsylvania paved way for full licensure recognition.
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Advertisement The Madison Club From WisPolitics.com … — A coalition of groups has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to delay the April 7 election until at least after Gov. Tony Ever’s stay-at-home order expires. The suit, filed late yesterday, also wants the deadline pushed back to
The League of Women Voters Wisconsin filed a federal lawsuit today to prevent the state from rejecting mail-in absentee ballots that lack a witness signature. The League argues in a filing those living alone under self-quarantine because of the coronavirus outbreak or who do not otherwise want another adult in their homes during the outbreak would
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Madison Dems quickly expressed an interest in running for Sen. Fred Risser’s Senate seat after the 92-year-old announced he won’t seek reelection after more than six decades in the Legislature. But Rep. Chris Taylor, who had been considered a top candidate to
The Dane County clerk is urging all voters who request an absentee ballot and have trouble presenting a voter ID to indicate they are indefinitely confined, which negates the requirement. Clerk Scott McDonell said his directive isn’t a blanket exemption for the voter ID requirements for those voting absentee, but
There are steps state and local officials can take right now to mitigate this threat.
Life-and-death issue poses the most danger for Milwaukee. Only the Legislature can act.
Put a moratorium on all political fundraising while this pandemic is ravaging our communities. And to go one step further, take existing campaign funds and donate them to charitable organizations helping with the response efforts.
The incident raises First Amendment questions about Evers’ emergency order to stay home and the enforcement of the order.
Evers’ shutdown order debacle demonstrates once again that he is simply not up to the task of leading Wisconsin.
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers STORY TOPICS – White house – Coronavirus – State government – Federal government – Local government – Civil liberties – Courts – Demographics – Economy – Education – Elections – Energy – Foxconn – Health care – Law and order – Manufacturing – Military – Non-profits