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GREEN BAY, Wis. — Yesterday, Republican State Senate candidate Jim Rafter attended a “campaign kickoff” event headlined by MAGA Republican Allen West, a COVID conspiracy theorist, anti-choice, former Florida Congressman, who has frequently made headlines for his bizarre, controversial statements. Democratic leaders hosted a
In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Wisconsin Policy Forum VP and Research Director Jason Stein weighs in on the Universities of Wisconsin’s budget challenges.
The Elect Principled Veterans Fund is up with a new TV ad in the 8th CD that says Republican Roger Roth is “tough as nails.”
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The campaign said it’s part of a previously announced $50 million buy in June and will run in TV markets in battleground states. It didn’t provide any specifics on the Wisconsin component of the buy.
Those seeking to recall Robin Vos failed for a second time in their effort to target the GOP Assembly speaker after the state Elections Commission ruled 4-2 they were short of the signatures needed to trigger an election.
Madison, Wisconsin—As the nation prepares for tonight’s presidential debate, Americans for Contraception (AFC) underscores the critical importance of contraception rights in the broader struggle for reproductive freedom. With the future of these fundamental rights at stake, it is crucial for
MADISON — The U.S. Supreme Court today announced a 6-3 decision in Idaho and Moyle, et al. v. United States to dismiss the appeal, which means Idaho hospitals will provide abortion care if the health of the mother is at risk. In
MADISON, Wis. — This morning, a breaking news report from Dan Bice of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel revealed Eric Hovde refuses to give up ownership of Sunwest Bank if he is elected to the Senate. If elected to the Senate, Hovde would have extensive influence over
There’s a new Marquette Law School poll out. Let’s dive in.
Higher pay and city-wide elections on high-turnout election days would strengthen board.
Crisis points to potential problems with school system’s financial oversight.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), announced today the results of the latest round of competitive funding for the Vacancy-to-Vitality, Restore Main Street, and Infrastructure Access loan programs, developed from the
In a recent turn of events, Superintendent Keith Posley’s resignation from Milwaukee Public Schools has brought to light a critical issue plaguing not just the district, but communities of color and underserved BIPOC students across the nation: the lack of accountability and the consequences of entrusting too much power to a single individual.
We need a new direction at our Department of Public Instruction. We need professionals less worried about the word salad used to mask challenges, and more concerned with transparency and accountability. We’re currently “below basic.” No new fancy words needed.
New committee created to address the “crisis.”
The Wisconsin Republican’s appearance at a Juneteenth event is earning mockery. Here’s why.
Judge acknowledged Village’s “procedural violations” and ordered the process to be followed The News: A Door County judge has sided with the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) and Attorney Bjorn Johnson and issued a temporary injunction against the
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to plan ahead this Fourth of July weekend by making camping reservations and purchasing their 2024 annual vehicle admission stickers and state trail passes online. A Wisconsin state park and forest vehicle admission
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced the agency’s Division of Banking and its bank regulatory program have earned reaccreditation status from the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS). The reaccreditation certifies that the DFI’s Division of Banking
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Yesterday, Republican State Senate candidate Jim Rafter attended a “campaign kickoff” event headlined by MAGA Republican Allen West, a COVID conspiracy theorist, anti-choice, former Florida Congressman, who has frequently made headlines for his bizarre, controversial statements. Democratic leaders hosted a press call reacting to Brown County Republican c… Please log
In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Wisconsin Policy Forum VP and Research Director Jason Stein weighs in on the Universities of Wisconsin’s budget challenges.
The Elect Principled Veterans Fund is up with a new TV ad in the 8th CD that says Republican Roger Roth is “tough as nails.”
… 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.
The campaign said it’s part of a previously announced $50 million buy in June and will run in TV markets in battleground states. It didn’t provide any specifics on the Wisconsin component of the buy.
Those seeking to recall Robin Vos failed for a second time in their effort to target the GOP Assembly speaker after the state Elections Commission ruled 4-2 they were short of the signatures needed to trigger an election.
Madison, Wisconsin—As the nation prepares for tonight’s presidential debate, Americans for Contraception (AFC) underscores the critical importance of contraception rights in the broader struggle for reproductive freedom. With the future of these fundamental rights at stake, it is crucial for voters to hear clear and unequivocal commitments from the candidates
MADISON — The U.S. Supreme Court today announced a 6-3 decision in Idaho and Moyle, et al. v. United States to dismiss the appeal, which means Idaho hospitals will provide abortion care if the health of the mother is at risk. In Idaho, like Wisconsin, patients are forced to leave the state
MADISON, Wis. — This morning, a breaking news report from Dan Bice of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel revealed Eric Hovde refuses to give up ownership of Sunwest Bank if he is elected to the Senate. If elected to the Senate, Hovde would have extensive influence over banking-related policy and could influence legislation to benefit his own
There’s a new Marquette Law School poll out. Let’s dive in.
Higher pay and city-wide elections on high-turnout election days would strengthen board.
Crisis points to potential problems with school system’s financial oversight.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), announced today the results of the latest round of competitive funding for the Vacancy-to-Vitality, Restore Main Street, and Infrastructure Access loan programs, developed from the historic state funding signed into law by Gov. Evers in
In a recent turn of events, Superintendent Keith Posley’s resignation from Milwaukee Public Schools has brought to light a critical issue plaguing not just the district, but communities of color and underserved BIPOC students across the nation: the lack of accountability and the consequences of entrusting too much power to a single individual.
We need a new direction at our Department of Public Instruction. We need professionals less worried about the word salad used to mask challenges, and more concerned with transparency and accountability. We’re currently “below basic.” No new fancy words needed.
New committee created to address the “crisis.”
The Wisconsin Republican’s appearance at a Juneteenth event is earning mockery. Here’s why.
Judge acknowledged Village’s “procedural violations” and ordered the process to be followed The News: A Door County judge has sided with the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) and Attorney Bjorn Johnson and issued a temporary injunction against the Village of Sister Bay. The injunction will allow Captains Cottage LLC to resume short
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to plan ahead this Fourth of July weekend by making camping reservations and purchasing their 2024 annual vehicle admission stickers and state trail passes online. A Wisconsin state park and forest vehicle admission sticker is required on all motor vehicles stopping in most sta…
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced the agency’s Division of Banking and its bank regulatory program have earned reaccreditation status from the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS). The reaccreditation certifies that the DFI’s Division of Banking and its bank regulatory program maintain top national standards and