Rep. Steffen: Responds to Evers’ veto of tax-free retirement

Madison, WI – State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard), lead author of Wisconsin’s tax-free  retirement proposal, released the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ recent veto of the  tax-cut.   “In the aftermath of historic inflation, Governor Evers continues to support

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Bill Kaplan: Senator Mitch McConnell steps down and steps up

Before his earthquake announcement, McConnell stepped up. At a White House meeting with President Biden, Democratic congressional leaders and GOP House Speaker Mike Johnson, McConnell warned Speaker Johnson about the folly of a government shutdown and the urgent necessity of the GOP-led House to pass vital military aid for Ukraine.

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LaKeshia Myers: Instead of doing right, they’d rather see us gone

Last week, the Mississippi senate introduced a proposal that mandates the State Institutions of Higher Learning to select three of the eight public universities by June 2025, for closure by 2028. While the bill did not specifically name the HBCUs by name, alumni and supporters of these universities are on edge at the thought of their closure.

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Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Partnering with Clark County District Attorney’s Office and personal development center to host silhouette art display at Clark County Courthouse

Neillsville, WI – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, in collaboration with the Personal Development Center and the Clark County District Attorney’s Office, is raising awareness about the rights available to victims of crime through a display of silhouettes starting today March 4, through March

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Rep. Steffen: Responds to Evers’ veto of tax-free retirement

Madison, WI – State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard), lead author of Wisconsin’s tax-free  retirement proposal, released the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ recent veto of the  tax-cut.   “In the aftermath of historic inflation, Governor Evers continues to support higher taxes in Wisconsin. His  action could not be more

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Report reveals impact of Forward BIOLABS on Madison startup landscape

Startups located in Forward BIOLABS have collectively received more than $360 million in grants and investment, according to the organization’s first impact report.  More than 40 businesses have resided at the Madison-based coworking space since it launched five years ago, the report shows. Jessica Martin Eckerly, CEO and co-founder of

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Bill Kaplan: Senator Mitch McConnell steps down and steps up

Before his earthquake announcement, McConnell stepped up. At a White House meeting with President Biden, Democratic congressional leaders and GOP House Speaker Mike Johnson, McConnell warned Speaker Johnson about the folly of a government shutdown and the urgent necessity of the GOP-led House to pass vital military aid for Ukraine.

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LaKeshia Myers: Instead of doing right, they’d rather see us gone

Last week, the Mississippi senate introduced a proposal that mandates the State Institutions of Higher Learning to select three of the eight public universities by June 2025, for closure by 2028. While the bill did not specifically name the HBCUs by name, alumni and supporters of these universities are on edge at the thought of their closure.

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Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Partnering with Clark County District Attorney’s Office and personal development center to host silhouette art display at Clark County Courthouse

Neillsville, WI – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, in collaboration with the Personal Development Center and the Clark County District Attorney’s Office, is raising awareness about the rights available to victims of crime through a display of silhouettes starting today March 4, through March 11 at the Clark County Courthouse. Attendees will experience an

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Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: To host public meetings on 2024 spongy moth treatment plans

MADISON, Wis. –  The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has published its 2024 spongy moth aerial treatment plans. Treatment plan maps, spray information, fact sheets, and other resources can be found at smaerialspray.wi.gov. “In 2023, spongy moth populations reached record levels in much of eastern and central Wisconsin,”

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Mathu campaign: Builds momentum with announcement of endorsements

LA CROSSE, WI – This week, La Crosse County Board candidate Grant Mathu announced key endorsements from a number of regional organizations and Wisconsin community leaders. Organizations who have formally declared support for Mathu’s candidacy include Wisconsin Conservation Voters, Citizen Action of Wisconsin, Clean Wisconsin Action Fund, and Run for

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Underly campaign: Endorses Biden-Harris ticket for re-election

WAUKESHA–State Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Jill Underly, Wisconsin’s top education official, today endorsed President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for re-election.  Below are excerpts from remarks Dr. Underly made at a Women for Biden kickoff event with Dr. Jill Biden in Waukesha today. “Wisconsin, everything is on

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Hurd campaign: Declares candidacy for 69th Assembly district

Fall Creek – State Representative Karen Hurd (R-Fall Creek) has declared her candidacy for the redrawn 69th Assembly District accordingly to the recently enacted state maps. Rep. Hurd will be moving her residence from Fall Creek to a locale in Clark County where she can continue to represent the 68th

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WisDems: Celebrate women for Biden-Harris, welcome First Lady Jill Biden

MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of First Lady Jill Biden’s visit to Wisconsin today as part of her tour launching Women for Biden-Harris, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Vice Chair Felesia Martin released the following statement: “Wisconsin women will play a pivotal role in reelecting President Biden and Vice President Harris this November, and our work

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