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Milwaukee: Citizen Action of Wisconsin heralds the U.S. Senate Primary victory of Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes as a major step towards electing a Congress which truly represented the interest of working and middle class Wisconsinites. Citizen Action, after a robust
Washington, D.C. – NRSC Chairman Rick Scott released the following statement on Senator Ron Johnson’s primary victory in Wisconsin. “Congratulations to my friend and colleague, Senator Ron Johnson, on his primary victory in Wisconsin. “Ron is not afraid to stand up
MADISON, WI — Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, today announced the Working for Wisconsin tour, a week-long statewide swing to highlight the issues most important to communities across Wisconsin. “This campaign is about rebuilding the middle class and
MADISON, Wis. – Americans for Prosperity Action-Wisconsin Senior Advisor Annette Olson issued the following statement tonight regarding U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson’s primary election victory: “Wisconsin voters are tired of watching inflation chip away at their paychecks and savings, especially retirees and
[Madison, WI] – Today, fringe-left candidate Mandela Barnes was officially declared the Democrat nominee for U.S. Senate – less than two weeks after Democrats decided to abandon the will of the voters and pressure other candidates to drop out. Surprisingly,
MADISON — Today, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, overwhelmingly won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate. In response, Mandela Barnes released the following statement. “Only in Wisconsin would it be possible for the son of a third shift auto
MADISON, Wis. — Following Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes securing the Democratic Senate nomination, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “We are ecstatic to kick off the general election with Mandela Barnes as our nominee for the United States
Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Majority PAC President JB Poersch released the following statement on the Wisconsin Senate race: “Ron Johnson’s latest votes against fighting inflation, capping the cost of insulin, and boosting domestic manufacturing tell Wisconsinites everything they need to
In response to Ron Johnson winning the Wisconsin Republican primary, American Bridge 21st Century spokesperson Aidan Johnson issued the following statement: “Ron Johnson has repeatedly opposed Wisconsinites best interests while working to secure tax breaks for himself and his biggest
WASHINGTON — NRCC Chairman Tom Emmer released the following statement regarding the results of the WI-03 primary: “Congratulations to Derrick Van Orden on his primary victory. Derrick chased longtime incumbent Ron Kind into retirement and will crush whichever Biden-Pelosi rubberstamp Democrats
Green Bay, Wis. — National wireless communication trade association CTIA Wireless Foundation awarded the 2021 Climate Changemaker Award to the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Citing the collaborative use of Cellcom’s wireless technology and UW-Green Bay freshwater research expertise, the award brings
MADISON — For the first time, researchers can get a high-resolution view of single blood stem cells thanks to a little help from microscopy and zebrafish. Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and the University of California San Diego have
MADISON, Wis. — In a new interview, Ron Johnson doubled down on his comments threatening to cut Social Security and Medicare and leave older Wisconsinites who have spent a lifetime paying into these programs out to dry. “Ron Johnson is making it perfectly clear that if
Governor Evers names site for Milwaukee-area Type I facility, bringing Lincoln Hills & Copper Lake one step closer to closure MADISON – Today Governor Evers announced the location for the Milwaukee-area Type I facility for incarcerated youth. This is an important
Aug. 9, 2022 – Ed Feulner, who co-founded and led the influential Heritage Foundation for decades, will deliver the keynote address at the Badger Institute’s Annual Dinner on Oct. 11. Feulner will discuss governing principals and policy strategies, drawing on his experience as
WASHINGTON, D.C.- Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Ron Kind (D-WI), and Don Beyer (D-VA) recently introduced the Bicameral Congressional Trade Authority Act. This bipartisan legislation would require the president to submit to Congress any proposal to adjust imports in the interest
WHITEWATER–August 9th, 2022– The City of Whitewater has officially contributed a title sponsorship of the Discover Whitewater Series (DWS): Half Marathon, 5K, and W3 Fit Kid Shuffle. Through their help, the DWS is able to host a major running event,
MADISON, Wis. – This morning, President Biden signed his historic CHIPS and Science Act into law, which will deliver funding to strengthen U.S. supply chains, create good-paying jobs, help lower costs, and position American manufacturing to be more competitive in the
GREEN BAY, WI — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, today released the following statement regarding the FBI’s raid of Mar-a-Lago. “The FBI’s decision to raid a former President’s home is unprecedented. After
MILWAUKEE — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC) has selected a site for a new Type 1 facility in the city of Milwaukee at 7930 West Clinton Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53223. The announcement of the site is a major step
Milwaukee: Citizen Action of Wisconsin heralds the U.S. Senate Primary victory of Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes as a major step towards electing a Congress which truly represented the interest of working and middle class Wisconsinites. Citizen Action, after a robust endorsement process, endorsed Mandela Barnes as the best candidate in
Washington, D.C. – NRSC Chairman Rick Scott released the following statement on Senator Ron Johnson’s primary victory in Wisconsin. “Congratulations to my friend and colleague, Senator Ron Johnson, on his primary victory in Wisconsin. “Ron is not afraid to stand up for what’s right. He is a tireless advocate for small
MADISON, WI — Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, today announced the Working for Wisconsin tour, a week-long statewide swing to highlight the issues most important to communities across Wisconsin. “This campaign is about rebuilding the middle class and giving everyone a fair shot at the American dream,” said Mandela
MADISON, Wis. – Americans for Prosperity Action-Wisconsin Senior Advisor Annette Olson issued the following statement tonight regarding U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson’s primary election victory: “Wisconsin voters are tired of watching inflation chip away at their paychecks and savings, especially retirees and Wisconsinites on fixed incomes. Ron Johnson is the leader we
[Madison, WI] – Today, fringe-left candidate Mandela Barnes was officially declared the Democrat nominee for U.S. Senate – less than two weeks after Democrats decided to abandon the will of the voters and pressure other candidates to drop out. Surprisingly, Democrats declared Barnes the most electable candidate after his stances
MADISON — Today, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, overwhelmingly won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate. In response, Mandela Barnes released the following statement. “Only in Wisconsin would it be possible for the son of a third shift auto worker and a public school teacher who grew up on
MADISON, Wis. — Following Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes securing the Democratic Senate nomination, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “We are ecstatic to kick off the general election with Mandela Barnes as our nominee for the United States Senate. From his days as a community organizer to his
Washington, D.C. – Today, Senate Majority PAC President JB Poersch released the following statement on the Wisconsin Senate race: “Ron Johnson’s latest votes against fighting inflation, capping the cost of insulin, and boosting domestic manufacturing tell Wisconsinites everything they need to know about his priorities: he’s only out to enrich himself
In response to Ron Johnson winning the Wisconsin Republican primary, American Bridge 21st Century spokesperson Aidan Johnson issued the following statement: “Ron Johnson has repeatedly opposed Wisconsinites best interests while working to secure tax breaks for himself and his biggest billionaire corporate backers. He supports hardline abortion bans, voted against
WASHINGTON — NRCC Chairman Tom Emmer released the following statement regarding the results of the WI-03 primary: “Congratulations to Derrick Van Orden on his primary victory. Derrick chased longtime incumbent Ron Kind into retirement and will crush whichever Biden-Pelosi rubberstamp Democrats nominate.”
Green Bay, Wis. — National wireless communication trade association CTIA Wireless Foundation awarded the 2021 Climate Changemaker Award to the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Citing the collaborative use of Cellcom’s wireless technology and UW-Green Bay freshwater research expertise, the award brings a $25,000 grant to the university and the opportunity to
MADISON — For the first time, researchers can get a high-resolution view of single blood stem cells thanks to a little help from microscopy and zebrafish. Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and the University of California San Diego have developed a method for scientists to track a single blood
MADISON, Wis. — In a new interview, Ron Johnson doubled down on his comments threatening to cut Social Security and Medicare and leave older Wisconsinites who have spent a lifetime paying into these programs out to dry. “Ron Johnson is making it perfectly clear that if given the chance, he would cut Social Security and Medicare
Governor Evers names site for Milwaukee-area Type I facility, bringing Lincoln Hills & Copper Lake one step closer to closure MADISON – Today Governor Evers announced the location for the Milwaukee-area Type I facility for incarcerated youth. This is an important step to finally close Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake as
Aug. 9, 2022 – Ed Feulner, who co-founded and led the influential Heritage Foundation for decades, will deliver the keynote address at the Badger Institute’s Annual Dinner on Oct. 11. Feulner will discuss governing principals and policy strategies, drawing on his experience as one of the leading conservative voices of the past century
WASHINGTON, D.C.- Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Ron Kind (D-WI), and Don Beyer (D-VA) recently introduced the Bicameral Congressional Trade Authority Act. This bipartisan legislation would require the president to submit to Congress any proposal to adjust imports in the interest of national security under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion
WHITEWATER–August 9th, 2022– The City of Whitewater has officially contributed a title sponsorship of the Discover Whitewater Series (DWS): Half Marathon, 5K, and W3 Fit Kid Shuffle. Through their help, the DWS is able to host a major running event, give back to local nonprofits, and showcase Whitewater’s picturesque landscape.
MADISON, Wis. – This morning, President Biden signed his historic CHIPS and Science Act into law, which will deliver funding to strengthen U.S. supply chains, create good-paying jobs, help lower costs, and position American manufacturing to be more competitive in the 21st century. In celebration of President Biden signing the CHIPS
GREEN BAY, WI — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, today released the following statement regarding the FBI’s raid of Mar-a-Lago. “The FBI’s decision to raid a former President’s home is unprecedented. After the revelations of the FBI’s abuse of FISA warrants, Attorney
MILWAUKEE — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC) has selected a site for a new Type 1 facility in the city of Milwaukee at 7930 West Clinton Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53223. The announcement of the site is a major step in the long-obstructed efforts to close Lincoln Hills School for