
John Nichols: When Wisconsinites upended a complaisant DNC
Wisconsin’s position this year is dramatically different than in 1968, when Chicago was the scene of the most contentious Democratic National Convention in American history.
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Wisconsin’s position this year is dramatically different than in 1968, when Chicago was the scene of the most contentious Democratic National Convention in American history.
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Today, Midwest Environmental Advocates and Legal Action of Wisconsin filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin on behalf of four environmental and social justice organizations challenging federal approval of a $1.75 billion plan to expand
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will co-sponsor the fourth annual Waterfowl Hunters Expo on Aug. 24 at the Sunnyview Expo Center in Oshkosh. The event is a 1-day celebration of waterfowl and waterfowl hunting. The Waterfowl
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Today, the Wisconsin American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) announced its endorsement of Rebecca Cooke in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. The AFL-CIO, the largest federation of unions in the country, cited Cooke’s working-class
MADISON — Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde today released a TV ad which is part of an approximately $2 million statewide TV and digital plan. The ad highlights the absentee leadership of the Biden-Harris administration and Senator Baldwin, which has led to chaos throughout the world.
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – and Johnson Financial Group are again partnering to host a contest to determine the ‘Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin.’ The popular competition highlights Wisconsin’s robust
Today, ahead of the Democratic National Convention, the Honorable Pete Buttigieg and his husband, Chasten Buttigieg, campaigned with Senator Tammy Baldwin for Vice President Harris, Governor Walz, and Democrats up and down the ballot at a canvass launch in Madison. They
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Wisconsin Democrats released a new video calling out Eric Hovde for being a ‘walking conflict of interest,’ as Hovde ducks, dodges, and flat out refuses to answer questions about his finances and conflict of interest with his ownership of his $3.2 billion California
Wisconsin Democratic Coordinated Campaign Rapid Response Director Kristi Johnston released the following statement in response to JD Vance’s plans to visit Kenosha on Tuesday: “JD Vance is coming to town one week after Trump unveiled new plans to raise costs
MADISON, WI –Today, Representative Shelia Stubbs brought greetings at Africa Fest 2024, the African Association of Madison’s 24th annual celebration of African culture, history, and heritage. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: It was a great honor to welcome

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Today, Midwest Environmental Advocates and Legal Action of Wisconsin filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin on behalf of four environmental and social justice organizations challenging federal approval of a $1.75 billion plan to expand Interstate Highway 94 from six lanes to eight lanes between 16th
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will co-sponsor the fourth annual Waterfowl Hunters Expo on Aug. 24 at the Sunnyview Expo Center in Oshkosh. The event is a 1-day celebration of waterfowl and waterfowl hunting. The Waterfowl Expo’s one-of-a-kind experience will feature the 2024 Wisconsin Duck and
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Today, the Wisconsin American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) announced its endorsement of Rebecca Cooke in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. The AFL-CIO, the largest federation of unions in the country, cited Cooke’s working-class background and proven commitment to Wisconsin working families. “The Wisconsin
MADISON — Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde today released a TV ad which is part of an approximately $2 million statewide TV and digital plan. The ad highlights the absentee leadership of the Biden-Harris administration and Senator Baldwin, which has led to chaos throughout the world. From millions of illegal immigrants — including known criminals and
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – and Johnson Financial Group are again partnering to host a contest to determine the ‘Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin.’ The popular competition highlights Wisconsin’s robust manufacturing industry, which contributes over $71 billion in total economic
Today, ahead of the Democratic National Convention, the Honorable Pete Buttigieg and his husband, Chasten Buttigieg, campaigned with Senator Tammy Baldwin for Vice President Harris, Governor Walz, and Democrats up and down the ballot at a canvass launch in Madison. They spoke to a Democratic coordinated campaign office packed with more
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Wisconsin Democrats released a new video calling out Eric Hovde for being a ‘walking conflict of interest,’ as Hovde ducks, dodges, and flat out refuses to answer questions about his finances and conflict of interest with his ownership of his $3.2 billion California bank. Click here to watch “Eric Hovde won’t say which
Wisconsin Democratic Coordinated Campaign Rapid Response Director Kristi Johnston released the following statement in response to JD Vance’s plans to visit Kenosha on Tuesday: “JD Vance is coming to town one week after Trump unveiled new plans to raise costs on working families by $3,900 per year, as experts warn
MADISON, WI –Today, Representative Shelia Stubbs brought greetings at Africa Fest 2024, the African Association of Madison’s 24th annual celebration of African culture, history, and heritage. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: It was a great honor to welcome community members and guests to this year’s Africa Fest, generously