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On Election Day Democratic candidates won big everywhere.
The end of Obamacare’s temporary subsidies accounts for only 3-4% of projected premium increases.
President Trump’s true colors were on display when he appealed to the Supreme Court to deny SNAP food benefits to Americans at serious risk of going hungry.
Democrats are still holding out for renewing the supposedly one-time, emergency subsidies to Obamacare, occasioned by the Covid pandemic.
Trump has been making the U.S. irrelevant in the climate change discussion worldwide since his first term. He also has more or less given other countries the advantages on development of green energy.
Historically, even under intense security threats, senior White House officials have not sought refuge on military bases. By placing senior White House officials in military housing, the Trump administration is blurring the line between military and civilian roles.
Mamdani’s quoting of Eugene Debs and referencing of the sewer socialists offers a reminder that the United States has a rich history of visionary, humane and highly successful socialist governance — in Milwaukee and dozens of other cities. And that it can have a vibrant future in Zohran Mamdani’s New York.
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Tuesday’s elections showed that we still have a democracy, that voters have a say in how the government is run, and that they won’t put up with an endless cycle of abuse.
Democrats had a big night Tuesday. What did we learn from the voters?
It’s possible to be both frustrated with the Beltway consultants and pols in the Democratic Party and not take positions on the issues that are out of the mainstream.
If your lightbulbs are connected to the power plant that’s connected to the lake, you’ll pay.
Our land, water, and wildlife don’t have political affiliations. If you enjoy the wealth of outdoor opportunities Wisconsin has to offer, consider contacting your state representatives.
Banned Books Week this year was observed Oct. 5-11 and included many events in Madison and Dane County public libraries to call attention to the censorship that suppresses free expression, ideas and creativity.
Maggie Brickerman, the new president of the Wisconsin Technology Council, has laid out her vision for the organization’s future, which includes driving more investment deals in the state. Speaking yesterday at the group’s Early Stage Symposium in Madison during her
My vision as governor is to make sure every kid gets a great education that sets them up for success — one that isn’t predetermined by their ZIP code.
As Mandela Barnes flirts with another statewide campaign, it’s worth reassessing his last one, which was both overrated and underrated at the same time.
You can be cynical about politics or frustrated with taxes, but if you are going to question where your tax dollars go, remember this: funding SNAP is not a luxury item. It is basic infrastructure.
In the midst of the government shutdown, only Governor Evers can decide how the state spends its remaining $373 million, and thus far, he has decided that he won’t spend it helping hungry Wisconsinites.
On Election Day Democratic candidates won big everywhere.
The end of Obamacare’s temporary subsidies accounts for only 3-4% of projected premium increases.
President Trump’s true colors were on display when he appealed to the Supreme Court to deny SNAP food benefits to Americans at serious risk of going hungry.
Democrats are still holding out for renewing the supposedly one-time, emergency subsidies to Obamacare, occasioned by the Covid pandemic.
Trump has been making the U.S. irrelevant in the climate change discussion worldwide since his first term. He also has more or less given other countries the advantages on development of green energy.
Historically, even under intense security threats, senior White House officials have not sought refuge on military bases. By placing senior White House officials in military housing, the Trump administration is blurring the line between military and civilian roles.
Mamdani’s quoting of Eugene Debs and referencing of the sewer socialists offers a reminder that the United States has a rich history of visionary, humane and highly successful socialist governance — in Milwaukee and dozens of other cities. And that it can have a vibrant future in Zohran Mamdani’s New York.
… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
Tuesday’s elections showed that we still have a democracy, that voters have a say in how the government is run, and that they won’t put up with an endless cycle of abuse.
Democrats had a big night Tuesday. What did we learn from the voters?
It’s possible to be both frustrated with the Beltway consultants and pols in the Democratic Party and not take positions on the issues that are out of the mainstream.
If your lightbulbs are connected to the power plant that’s connected to the lake, you’ll pay.
Our land, water, and wildlife don’t have political affiliations. If you enjoy the wealth of outdoor opportunities Wisconsin has to offer, consider contacting your state representatives.
Banned Books Week this year was observed Oct. 5-11 and included many events in Madison and Dane County public libraries to call attention to the censorship that suppresses free expression, ideas and creativity.
Maggie Brickerman, the new president of the Wisconsin Technology Council, has laid out her vision for the organization’s future, which includes driving more investment deals in the state. Speaking yesterday at the group’s Early Stage Symposium in Madison during her third day on the job, Brickerman discussed how her past
My vision as governor is to make sure every kid gets a great education that sets them up for success — one that isn’t predetermined by their ZIP code.
As Mandela Barnes flirts with another statewide campaign, it’s worth reassessing his last one, which was both overrated and underrated at the same time.
You can be cynical about politics or frustrated with taxes, but if you are going to question where your tax dollars go, remember this: funding SNAP is not a luxury item. It is basic infrastructure.
In the midst of the government shutdown, only Governor Evers can decide how the state spends its remaining $373 million, and thus far, he has decided that he won’t spend it helping hungry Wisconsinites.