Wisconsin AFL-CIO: Endorses Rebecca Cooke in Congressional District 3

Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, released the following statement announcing the labor federation’s endorsement of Rebecca Cooke in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District: “The Wisconsin AFL-CIO is proud to endorse Rebecca Cooke in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. In Congress, Rebecca

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U.S. Sens. Johnson, Blumenthal, Paul, and Peters: Request DHS and FBI provide information on individual with ties to Iran in connection with foiled assassination plot

WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sens. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Sens. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) and Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, sent a le… Please log in to

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WisDems: MEMO: Our victory against the August 2024 constitutional amendments

TO: Interested PartiesFROM: Ben Wikler, Democratic Party of Wisconsin ChairSUBJECT: Our Victory Against The August 2024 Constitutional AmendmentsDATE: August 16, 2024 I. Introduction On Tuesday, Wisconsinites rejected two intentionally confusing Constitutional amendments engineered by Republican politicians to undermine the Governor and grab power for

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Baldwin campaign: ICYMI: Tammy Baldwin launches “Rural Leaders for Tammy” coalition & wraps up Rural Wisconsin Tour

GRANTON, Wis. – In case you missed it, Tammy launched her “Rural Leaders for Tammy” coalition and wrapped up her rural Wisconsin tour to highlight the importance of our farmers, rural businesses and agribusinesses, and rural Wisconsinites’ voices this Election Day.“Wisconsin is a proud rural state known for its world-class agriculture

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Wisconsin AFL-CIO: Endorses Rebecca Cooke in Congressional District 3

Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, released the following statement announcing the labor federation’s endorsement of Rebecca Cooke in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District: “The Wisconsin AFL-CIO is proud to endorse Rebecca Cooke in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. In Congress, Rebecca Cooke will support new organizing and strong unions so we

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Wisconsin Transparency Project: Government watchdogs sue Wisconsin Department of Administration for records

Government Accountability & Oversight, with representation from the Wisconsin Transparency Project, has filed a lawsuit against the Wisconsin Department of Administration alleging that DOA violated the Open Records Law.  GAO pursues and supports litigation that seeks to ensure that governmental entities at state, local, and federal levels comply with their sunshine and… Please log

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U.S. Sens. Johnson, Blumenthal, Paul, and Peters: Request DHS and FBI provide information on individual with ties to Iran in connection with foiled assassination plot

WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sens. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Sens. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) and Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, sent a le… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click

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DCCC: Inflation Reduction Act delivers for Wisconsin – no thanks to Bryan Steil

Two years ago, the Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law, no thanks to Bryan Steil who voted against this landmark legislation.  The historic legislation has delivered for working families across the country by cutting costs, creating jobs, and investing in American manufacturing. The Inflation Reduction Act has: Saved families an average of $300 a year

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Listen to Wisconsin: Madison and Milwaukee among the first cities in weekend of 80+ actions demanding VP Harris and Democratic leaders pledge to halt all U.S. weapons for Israel and enact a ceasefire

Milwaukee and Madison, Wisconsin — Today, hundreds gathered in front of Wisconsin’s state capitol building and in downtown Milwaukee to call on Vice President Harris to pledge to halting all weapons for Israel and enacting a ceasefire. Thousands of voters in Milwaukee and Madison were among over 48,000 “uninstructed” ballots

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Dept. of Justice: UPDATE: Officer involved death in Fitchburg, Wis.

CITY of FITCHBURG, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is continuing to investigate an officer involved death in the City of Fitchburg, Wis. that occurred on the morning of Monday, August 12, 2024. At approximately 8:00 a.m., Fitchburg police officers responded to a

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Listen to Wisconsin: Wisconsin voters say “not another bomb” in actions this Saturday, uplifting ceasefire & arms embargo demands before the DNC

Milwaukee and Madison, Wisconsin — This Saturday, pro-peace Wisconsinites will gather in two Wisconsin cities to join nationwide actions calling on the Biden-Harris administration for “not another bomb” for Israel’s assault and occupation in Palestine. An action in Madison at 10AM CST on the steps of the Capitol will mourn

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Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression: Statement against J.D. Vance’s visit to the Milwaukee Police Association

[Milwaukee, WI] – J.D. Vance spoke earlier today at the Milwaukee Police Association’s (MPA) headquarters. Vance’s focus was on “public safety,” but his remarks were simply fear mongering tactics to continue attacking immigrants and justify police crimes. Vance continually redirected questions about the budget issues police departments cause and crime

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WisDems: ICYMI: Wisconsin Democrats announce starting lineup campaign blitz to retake the state Legislature, launch website dedicated to campaigns

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler joined Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein and Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer to launch the Democratic Starting Lineup, a game plan to win back majorities in Madison by flipping key seats across the state.  After thirteen years of wielding near unchecked

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Harris campaign: Local officials and law enforcement leaders highlight Trump’s threats to public safety and democracy ahead of Vance visit to Milwaukee

Today, former U.S. Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, and former Racine Chief of Police Art Howell held a press conference in Milwaukee to sound the alarm on the danger posed by Donald Trump, his support for January 6 insurrectionists, and his record overseeing a spike in

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Gov. Evers: Appoints Morgan Johanning as Lafayette County district attorney

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Morgan Johanning to serve as Lafayette County District Attorney. The appointment fills a vacancy created by former District Attorney Jenna Gill’s appointment to the Lafayette County Circuit Court. Johanning will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2025. “Morgan

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WisDems: MEMO: Our victory against the August 2024 constitutional amendments

TO: Interested PartiesFROM: Ben Wikler, Democratic Party of Wisconsin ChairSUBJECT: Our Victory Against The August 2024 Constitutional AmendmentsDATE: August 16, 2024 I. Introduction On Tuesday, Wisconsinites rejected two intentionally confusing Constitutional amendments engineered by Republican politicians to undermine the Governor and grab power for themse… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you

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Opportunity Wisconsin: Inflation Reduction Act’s success shows the importance of holding corporations accountable and building an economy that supports working families

Additional action to tackle corporate price gouging and support working families will grow our economy and create new opportunities MADISON, Wis. – Two years after the Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law, it continues to deliver significant cost savings for many Wisconsin families, while creating new jobs and growing

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