Michels campaign: Tony Evers fails…again

WEST ALLIS, Wisc. – Tony Evers’ failure to be an even minimally-competent governor is becoming increasingly clear. The latest evidence of this comes from a report by the nonpartisan Legislative Audit Bureau on his slipshod oversight of nearly a hundred million dollars in

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Hosts fighting fentanyl roundtable in Kenosha

KENOSHA, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) hosted a roundtable in Kenosha, WI focused on fighting fentanyl in Kenosha County and to discuss ways the federal government can help keep communities in Wisconsin safe. During the roundtable, leaders from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, North Central High Intensity Drug

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Institute for Reforming Government: Holding the executive accountable: IRG launches new series aimed at spotlighting state agencies and needed reforms

Madison, WI  – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) announced today the launch of a new series, Wisconsin State Agency 101, about educating the public on Wisconsin’s executive branch, explaining the functions, problems, and history of the 20 largest state agencies. Until November, IRG will publish agency-specific reports every week, starting today with

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WisGOP: Statement on court ruling regarding absentee ballot curing

[Appleton, WI] – In response to a ruling by a Waukesha Circuit Court Judge regarding absentee ballot curing,  RPW Chairman Paul Farrow issued the following statement.  “We are extremely pleased with the ruling of Judge Aprahamian that confirms what we have argued since 2020, that only the voter can fill

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Milwaukee Public Schools: Expands participation in Verizon Innovative Learning to bring tech education to local Title I schools

MILWAUKEE (September 6, 2022) — On Sept. 8, four MPS middle schools will join Verizon Innovative Learning, Verizon’s award-winning education initiative which addresses barriers to digital inclusion and helps drive equity within education for some of the most vulnerable populations across the country. In partnership with Digital Promise, the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools program

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Rep. Pope: Statement on Governor Evers’ and Superintendent Underly’s announcement of shared K-12 priorities for 2023-25 budget

MADISON—Today, Gov. Tony Evers and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Jill Underly announced their shared K-12 education priorities for the 2023-25 state biennial budget. Their plan increases funding for public schools by nearly $2 billion. This announcement comes as the new school year begins and the state is projected

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WisDems: Tim Michels calls for people to take up “pitchforks and torches” in response to fact-based reporting on his radical beliefs

MADISON, Wis. — Last week, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported that Republican candidate for governor Tim Michels used his personal foundation to fund extreme anti-LGBTQ and anti-abortion groups. Michels took to conservative talk radio the following day. He did not explain or refute his radical beliefs–instead Michels threatened violence against the media by calling

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League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County: Empowering the Disability Vote: Sept. 15 webinar

WHAT:  Voting issues go far beyond wheelchair accessibility at polling places. Join “Empowering the Disability Vote: Civic Engagement for the Disability Community and Their Allies” for a virtual conversation on the barriers people with disabilities face when voting.  Panelists will discuss ways to help people of all abilities exercise their civil rights.  “Citizens of

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Michels campaign: Tony Evers fails…again

WEST ALLIS, Wisc. – Tony Evers’ failure to be an even minimally-competent governor is becoming increasingly clear. The latest evidence of this comes from a report by the nonpartisan Legislative Audit Bureau on his slipshod oversight of nearly a hundred million dollars in broadband grants. As reported today: “Broadband service providers that received millions

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WisDems: Tim Michels stands by radical plan to defund public education and raise property taxes by over $500 million

MADISON, Wis. — Governor Evers announced today his plans to make significant investments in education, focusing on literacy programs, school-based mental health, and addressing staff shortages, all while holding the line on property taxes. Tim Michels responded by doubling down on his radical education agenda, which includes his support for a costly universal school choice bill,

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