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Madison, WI – On Thursday, State Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) was elected by her Senate Republican colleagues to serve as Senate President for the upcoming 107th Wisconsin State Legislature that begins in January, 2025. The Senate President presides over the body and
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to adopt the 2025 County Budget. The amended budget reflects a commitment to equity, community services, and sustainable investments that prioritize the health and well-being of Milwaukee County residents.
MADISON, WIS. — Today, Senate Republicans held their caucus and leadership elections. Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Fox Crossing) was elected to the position of majority caucus vice-chair. “I want to sincerely thank my colleagues for their support,” said Sen. Cabral-Guevara. “Now, let’s get
MADISON, Wis. – Following his emphatic victory in Tuesday’s election, Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) has once again been selected by his colleagues to serve as president pro tempore of the Wisconsin State Senate. Sen. Testin was first elected to
Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) issued the following statement regarding today’s leadership elections. “I appreciate the support from my colleagues and I am honored by the trust they have placed in me to lead our caucus. “Republicans return
Madison, WI – State Senator Dan Feyen (R-Fond du Lac) was unanimously elected today by his Republican Senate colleagues to serve as Assistant Majority Leader of the State Senate for the 2025-2026 legislative session. He released the following statement on his re-election
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Tammy Baldwin delivered remarks announcing her victory after being officially declared the winner of the Wisconsin U.S. Senate race. “The way we won this race is the way I have always approached the job: we did everything –
Washington, D.C. – Young people make up nearly one-fifth of the electorate and are a critical section of our democracy. At this moment, youth coalition partners are standing together and acknowledging our collective power. We are proud of our work this cycle to
MADISON, Wis – Jodi Habush Sinykin flips key state senate seat against extreme Republican incumbent Duey Stroebel. See stories below: Washington County Daily News – Habush Sinykin prevails over Stroebel, [Lisa Curtis, 11/7/24] Democrat Jodi Habush Sinykin did Tuesday what many thought was
Madison, WI – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) congratulates endorsed candidates on their successful campaigns to serve in the Wisconsin state legislature. Sen. Rob Stafsholt (SD-10) won election to the state Senate. Rep. Joy Goeben (AD-05), Sen. Dan Knodl (AD-24), Rep. Shannon Zimmerman (AD-30),
here are a few bright spots in Wisconsin among Tuesday’s results.
So many of us are in head-shaking disbelief about how this could happen in the America we knew as children and young adults — an America in which pride and patriotism trumped political divides.
Harris advocated for building a robust middle class and protecting women’s rights and tackling inflation. However, she wasn’t clear on how she planned to do these things.
Trump won because of the fundamentals.
Those left behind by trade and technology have found a voice in Trump.
I am not sure how others have fared over the past few days, but what has happened has left me, and I suspect many others, too, feeling sad, unsettled, and nostalgic. I feel like we have lost a part of ourselves, our nation.
It is evident that the court should overrule its prior decisions insofar as they permit governors to amend appropriation bills without the approval and “consent of the governed,” as given by their legislative representatives.
As we approached yet another contentious election, the importance of a well-informed electorate has never been clearer. Programs like the Center for Civic Education’s We the People are exactly what we need to catalyze constitutional understanding and serve as an antidote for what ails our civic spirit.
Police in DeForest more than 13 times as likely to issue cannabis citations than counterparts in Milwaukee, Fitchburg or Hobart/Lawrence.
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Madison, WI – On Thursday, State Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) was elected by her Senate Republican colleagues to serve as Senate President for the upcoming 107th Wisconsin State Legislature that begins in January, 2025. The Senate President presides over the body and serves on the GOP caucus leadership team. Felzkowski made the
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to adopt the 2025 County Budget. The amended budget reflects a commitment to equity, community services, and sustainable investments that prioritize the health and well-being of Milwaukee County residents. Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson shared the following statement: “We worked to
MADISON, WIS. — Today, Senate Republicans held their caucus and leadership elections. Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Fox Crossing) was elected to the position of majority caucus vice-chair. “I want to sincerely thank my colleagues for their support,” said Sen. Cabral-Guevara. “Now, let’s get to work cutting taxes, getting rid of unneeded red tape,
MADISON, Wis. – Following his emphatic victory in Tuesday’s election, Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) has once again been selected by his colleagues to serve as president pro tempore of the Wisconsin State Senate. Sen. Testin was first elected to the role in November of 2020 and succeeded Sen. Howard
Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) issued the following statement regarding today’s leadership elections. “I appreciate the support from my colleagues and I am honored by the trust they have placed in me to lead our caucus. “Republicans return eighteen talented members with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise.
Madison, WI – State Senator Dan Feyen (R-Fond du Lac) was unanimously elected today by his Republican Senate colleagues to serve as Assistant Majority Leader of the State Senate for the 2025-2026 legislative session. He released the following statement on his re-election to this post: “I am thankful for the continued support
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Tammy Baldwin delivered remarks announcing her victory after being officially declared the winner of the Wisconsin U.S. Senate race. “The way we won this race is the way I have always approached the job: we did everything – everywhere – all at once,” she said. “I travel to red, purple,
Washington, D.C. – Young people make up nearly one-fifth of the electorate and are a critical section of our democracy. At this moment, youth coalition partners are standing together and acknowledging our collective power. We are proud of our work this cycle to mobilize young people, and we know the work of educating
MADISON, Wis – Jodi Habush Sinykin flips key state senate seat against extreme Republican incumbent Duey Stroebel. See stories below: Washington County Daily News – Habush Sinykin prevails over Stroebel, [Lisa Curtis, 11/7/24] Democrat Jodi Habush Sinykin did Tuesday what many thought was the impossible, and ousted Duey Stroebel, R-Cedarburg, from the State
Madison, WI – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) congratulates endorsed candidates on their successful campaigns to serve in the Wisconsin state legislature. Sen. Rob Stafsholt (SD-10) won election to the state Senate. Rep. Joy Goeben (AD-05), Sen. Dan Knodl (AD-24), Rep. Shannon Zimmerman (AD-30), Rep. William Penterman (AD-38), Rep. Travis Tranel (AD-49), Rep… Please log
here are a few bright spots in Wisconsin among Tuesday’s results.
So many of us are in head-shaking disbelief about how this could happen in the America we knew as children and young adults — an America in which pride and patriotism trumped political divides.
Harris advocated for building a robust middle class and protecting women’s rights and tackling inflation. However, she wasn’t clear on how she planned to do these things.
Trump won because of the fundamentals.
Those left behind by trade and technology have found a voice in Trump.
I am not sure how others have fared over the past few days, but what has happened has left me, and I suspect many others, too, feeling sad, unsettled, and nostalgic. I feel like we have lost a part of ourselves, our nation.
It is evident that the court should overrule its prior decisions insofar as they permit governors to amend appropriation bills without the approval and “consent of the governed,” as given by their legislative representatives.
As we approached yet another contentious election, the importance of a well-informed electorate has never been clearer. Programs like the Center for Civic Education’s We the People are exactly what we need to catalyze constitutional understanding and serve as an antidote for what ails our civic spirit.
Police in DeForest more than 13 times as likely to issue cannabis citations than counterparts in Milwaukee, Fitchburg or Hobart/Lawrence.