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Rejecting proposed voting definition constitutional amendment would be third defeated amendment in 2024.
I saw ads from an organization inappropriately named “Follow The Law” recently calling on clerks to “only certify an accurate election” and “NO RUBBER STAMPS!” … In Wisconsin, certification of the election is a statutory requirement, meaning that it is not something a county clerk can choose not to do.
Going behind the curtain to explain how elections are administered in Wisconsin, from registration to casting, counting and certifying votes, was the topic of a Wisconsin Technology Council luncheon Oct. 22 in Madison.
My thought as a contentious presidential election comes to a close is the thousands of poll workers across the country deserve the same level of respect: “Thank you for your service, poll workers.”
When newspapers like The Washington Post and The Los Angeles Times refuse to make endorsements in contests for the presidency — and when other newspapers drop the practice of making endorsements altogether — they reject the basic premise of freedom of the press in the United States.
Pray in pew Sunday morning, laugh at lewd racist jokes at his rally in evening.
I suppose I get why Donald Trump had a big rally at Madison Square Garden the other night and why his campaign filled the Garden with crude, hate-filled speakers. His closing strategy is to turn out disaffected young men who otherwise wouldn’t vote. But did it cost him more than he’ll get?
When Trump had the chance, he failed to protect us from PFAS, which has so far been detected in the drinking water of more than 7,000 communities.
Despite lots of lip-service about helping small business headed into the 2024 election, our political leaders are leaving “the little guy” behind.
Public education is expensive, but it is the smartest investment we can make for a strong economy and democracy.
MADISON – Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde joined Fox News’ Hannity with Sean Hannity, slamming Sen. Baldwin’s failure to address the issues most important to the people of Wisconsin, emphasizing it’s time for change. The interview with Sean Hannity can be viewed here, and excerpts are below: “I got into
MADISON, WI — The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce Kim Valenta as the new Outreach Coordinator serving South Central Wisconsin. In this role, Valenta will serve as the Chamber’s brand ambassador in Madison and the surrounding areas,
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today proposed $59.5 million in new investments aimed at recruiting and retaining Wisconsin educators. The announcement, part of Dr. Underly’s 2025-27 Biennial Budget, was made during a roundtable on the education workforce that Dr. Underly
As we enter the final stretch of one of, if not the most divisive election cycles in recent history, the Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) would like to remind all voters, be they Democrat, Republican, Green, Libertarian, Constitution, or independent,
Washington, D.C. – The LULAC Adelante PAC, the political arm of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), has made a powerful endorsement in the 2024 election cycle by backing Senator Tammy Baldwin’s re-election campaign in Wisconsin, a critical swing
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Tammy Baldwin for Senate announced a new TV advertisement, titled “He’s Special.” This ad showcases how Eric Hovde, a California bank owner, would keep owning and profiting from his $3.2 billion bank if elected, using his
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) now offers an updated Motorists’ Handbook that uses “plain language” principles to deliver driver information to Wisconsin residents that is clear, understandable and easy to read. This revised Motorists’
Two students in UW-Stout’s master’s and bachelor’s in food science and technology programs recently were awarded for their innovations in addressing food waste and research in detecting foodborne pathogens. Both are focuses of food scientists as they work to ensure a safe, nutritious, accessible
MADISON, Wis. – As we “fall back” this Sunday with the end of daylight saving time, ReadyWisconsin encourages people to take advantage of the time change to create a safer home for themselves and loved ones. “When clocks reset, it’s
MADISON, Wis. – Daylight saving time ends this weekend, meaning clocks are set back one hour, and while “falling back” means potentially an extra hour of sleep, some parents dread this time of year because it impacts sleep schedules for
Rejecting proposed voting definition constitutional amendment would be third defeated amendment in 2024.
I saw ads from an organization inappropriately named “Follow The Law” recently calling on clerks to “only certify an accurate election” and “NO RUBBER STAMPS!” … In Wisconsin, certification of the election is a statutory requirement, meaning that it is not something a county clerk can choose not to do.
Going behind the curtain to explain how elections are administered in Wisconsin, from registration to casting, counting and certifying votes, was the topic of a Wisconsin Technology Council luncheon Oct. 22 in Madison.
My thought as a contentious presidential election comes to a close is the thousands of poll workers across the country deserve the same level of respect: “Thank you for your service, poll workers.”
When newspapers like The Washington Post and The Los Angeles Times refuse to make endorsements in contests for the presidency — and when other newspapers drop the practice of making endorsements altogether — they reject the basic premise of freedom of the press in the United States.
Pray in pew Sunday morning, laugh at lewd racist jokes at his rally in evening.
I suppose I get why Donald Trump had a big rally at Madison Square Garden the other night and why his campaign filled the Garden with crude, hate-filled speakers. His closing strategy is to turn out disaffected young men who otherwise wouldn’t vote. But did it cost him more than he’ll get?
When Trump had the chance, he failed to protect us from PFAS, which has so far been detected in the drinking water of more than 7,000 communities.
Despite lots of lip-service about helping small business headed into the 2024 election, our political leaders are leaving “the little guy” behind.
Public education is expensive, but it is the smartest investment we can make for a strong economy and democracy.
MADISON – Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde joined Fox News’ Hannity with Sean Hannity, slamming Sen. Baldwin’s failure to address the issues most important to the people of Wisconsin, emphasizing it’s time for change. The interview with Sean Hannity can be viewed here, and excerpts are below: “I got into this race for one reason, I love our country. But
MADISON, WI — The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce Kim Valenta as the new Outreach Coordinator serving South Central Wisconsin. In this role, Valenta will serve as the Chamber’s brand ambassador in Madison and the surrounding areas, including Beloit, Janesville, and other parts of the region, with
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today proposed $59.5 million in new investments aimed at recruiting and retaining Wisconsin educators. The announcement, part of Dr. Underly’s 2025-27 Biennial Budget, was made during a roundtable on the education workforce that Dr. Underly led at La Follette High School. Under Dr. Underly’s education
As we enter the final stretch of one of, if not the most divisive election cycles in recent history, the Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) would like to remind all voters, be they Democrat, Republican, Green, Libertarian, Constitution, or independent, that their vote is their own. Freedom of choice is
Washington, D.C. – The LULAC Adelante PAC, the political arm of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), has made a powerful endorsement in the 2024 election cycle by backing Senator Tammy Baldwin’s re-election campaign in Wisconsin, a critical swing state whose outcome could impact the balance of power in
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Tammy Baldwin for Senate announced a new TV advertisement, titled “He’s Special.” This ad showcases how Eric Hovde, a California bank owner, would keep owning and profiting from his $3.2 billion bank if elected, using his influence in the U.S. Senate to benefit his California bank
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) now offers an updated Motorists’ Handbook that uses “plain language” principles to deliver driver information to Wisconsin residents that is clear, understandable and easy to read. This revised Motorists’ Handbook focuses on making language simple and straightforward while still
Two students in UW-Stout’s master’s and bachelor’s in food science and technology programs recently were awarded for their innovations in addressing food waste and research in detecting foodborne pathogens. Both are focuses of food scientists as they work to ensure a safe, nutritious, accessible and sustainable food supply. As the United States discards 120 billion
MADISON, Wis. – As we “fall back” this Sunday with the end of daylight saving time, ReadyWisconsin encourages people to take advantage of the time change to create a safer home for themselves and loved ones. “When clocks reset, it’s time to take steps to prioritize safety,” said Greg Engle,
MADISON, Wis. – Daylight saving time ends this weekend, meaning clocks are set back one hour, and while “falling back” means potentially an extra hour of sleep, some parents dread this time of year because it impacts sleep schedules for kids. This can be a stressful time for parents because