Voces de la Frontera Action: Responds to SCOTUS “Remain in Mexico” ruling, calls for for immediate action to ensure asylum seekers are welcomed safely and with dignity

(Milwaukee, WISC.) –   On June 30, 2022, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Biden Administration in Biden v. Texas, giving the Biden administration the ability to move forward with  ending the dehumanizing, draconian, Trump-era “Remain in Mexico” immigration policy (also known as Migrant Protection

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Lasry campaign: Releases new TV ad “Made”

Milwaukee – Today, Alex Lasry’s campaign released a new TV ad focusing on the economy and his track record as a “make it in America Democrat”. Lasry talks about his efforts building Fiserv Forum using progressive values, including sourcing 80% of the materials

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WHEDA Foundation: Opens 2022 housing grant cycle

MADISON, Wis. – Organizations throughout Wisconsin that provide emergency shelter, transitional residences, and extremely low-income housing are encouraged to apply for grants from the WHEDA Foundation. Administered by the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority, the WHEDA Foundation grants aim to improve

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Lasry campaign: Lasry lookback

Milwaukee – This week, a new poll from the Alex Lasry campaign showed a majority of Democratic Primary voters believe that Alex Lasry is the best Democrat to beat Ron Johnson in December, and that the race is still in a

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Voces de la Frontera Action: Responds to SCOTUS “Remain in Mexico” ruling, calls for for immediate action to ensure asylum seekers are welcomed safely and with dignity

(Milwaukee, WISC.) –   On June 30, 2022, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Biden Administration in Biden v. Texas, giving the Biden administration the ability to move forward with  ending the dehumanizing, draconian, Trump-era “Remain in Mexico” immigration policy (also known as Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP). The Court ruled the Biden administration’s attempt to

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Lasry campaign: Releases new TV ad “Made”

Milwaukee – Today, Alex Lasry’s campaign released a new TV ad focusing on the economy and his track record as a “make it in America Democrat”. Lasry talks about his efforts building Fiserv Forum using progressive values, including sourcing 80% of the materials and services from Wisconsin and paying workers at Fiserv Forum

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UW-Madison: UW chemist Randall Goldsmith named a Schmidt Science Polymath

MADISON — Randall Goldsmith likens the work he does — measuring the characteristics and behavior of single chemical molecules — to listening to a group of 100 people in a room together, simultaneously belting out “On, Wisconsin!” Everything’s fine, the University of Wisconsin–Madison chemistry professor explains, until a few people

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Kleefisch campaign: Lt. Gov. Barnes makes “Awful” comment about America

[Waukesha, Wis.] — While Wisconsin was celebrating America’s birthday over the long weekend, a video uncovered by Dan O’Donnell shows Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes trashing the founding of America as “awful.” Does Tony Evers agree? “I love America and our founding principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” Rebecca Kleefisch said

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Rep. Ohnstad: Responds to recent gun violence

On Monday, July 4th, 2022, there was a mass shooting during a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, IL and a murder in Kenosha. Rep. Ohnstad offered the following statement: “I am grieving with the families who lost a loved one during the mass shooting in Highland Park and

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WHEDA Foundation: Opens 2022 housing grant cycle

MADISON, Wis. – Organizations throughout Wisconsin that provide emergency shelter, transitional residences, and extremely low-income housing are encouraged to apply for grants from the WHEDA Foundation. Administered by the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority, the WHEDA Foundation grants aim to improve housing for community members with complex needs such as individuals

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Dept. of Natural Resources: 2022 Elk Hunt application winners announced

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that three lucky Wisconsin residents won a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hunt elk during the 2022 elk season, which opens Saturday, Oct. 15. The DNR randomly selected the three hunters from more than 25,000 applicants. The winning hunters are from

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McGrath campaign: Former Wisconsin Sen. Vinehout endorses Deb Baldus McGrath

Menomonie, WI—Today, former Wisconsin State Senator Kathleen Vinehout endorsed Deb Baldus McGrath in her campaign for Wisconsin’s third Congressional District. Deb is a former Army Captain, CIA officer, and working mom of three. Kathleen Vinehout represented Wisconsin’s 31st State Senate District for over a decade. “Democrats! Now is the time

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Treasurer Godlewski: Highlights BCPL infrastructure investments

MADISON, Wis. — Today, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski announced that the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL) has provided almost $150 million in financing for over 230 infrastructure projects since Godlewski became chair in January 2019. From roadwork to bridge repairs to the removal of lead water laterals, this financing

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WisGOP: Mandela Barnes: The founding of America was “Awful”

This Fourth of July weekend, Wisconsinites will celebrate the independence of our nation and honor the sacrifices of those who have fought our freedoms. But at an event last year, Wisconsin Lt. Governor and Democrat Senate candidate Mandela Barnes had some other thoughts, decrying America’s founding. Dan O’Donnell of 1130

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Barnes campaign: Rep. Gallego endorses Mandela Barnes for Senate

MADISON — Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-07) announced his endorsement of Mandela Barnes in the Democratic Senate primary. “It’s an honor to have earned the endorsement of Rep. Gallego, who has dedicated his entire life to serving his community and his country,” said Lt. Governor and U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes. “In

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Lasry campaign: Lasry lookback

Milwaukee – This week, a new poll from the Alex Lasry campaign showed a majority of Democratic Primary voters believe that Alex Lasry is the best Democrat to beat Ron Johnson in December, and that the race is still in a statistical tie. Lasry also visited an affordable housing redevelopment site

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