Audit Committee Democrats: Republicans have mock outrage once again

MADISON – The Democratic members of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee State Senator Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton), State Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee), State Representative Francesca Hong (D-Madison), and State Representative Ryan Clancy (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement after the committee voted

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Wisconsin Democracy Campaign: Let children be children

Here is a Wisconsin Democracy Campaign commentary on the Wisconsin Republicans’ proposal to eliminate work permits for 14 and 15 year old children. While Republicans argue that this change will promote economic growth and foster early responsibility, a closer look

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U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Statement

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-3) released the following statement: “It is with the most profound sense of grief and joy that Sara Jane and I announce the passing of our oldest daughter, Sydney Marie (Van Orden) Martenis

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Baldwin Campaign: Tammy Tuesdays: August 22, 2023

Hi folks! Welcome back to Tammy Tuesdays, our weekly update email on Tammy’s work and the big fights she’s taking on for Wisconsin families. Tammy knows that there’s more that unites us than divides us. She understands that Wisconsin’s working

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Sen. Larson: Republican wrecking crew

Madison, WI – It’s been said that Wisconsin has two seasons: winter and construction. Sadly, our revered UW System appears to be in the midst of a third, most unwelcome season – one of deconstruction. While you may not see any

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Audit Committee Democrats: Republicans have mock outrage once again

MADISON – The Democratic members of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee State Senator Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton), State Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee), State Representative Francesca Hong (D-Madison), and State Representative Ryan Clancy (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement after the committee voted along party lines to audit the state crime laboratories: “Once

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Americans for Contraception: Releases ads advocating for the right to contraception and freedom under attack by extremists ahead of GOP debate

Washington D.C – Today, Americans for Contraception Education Fund launched a new campaign in Wisconsin emphasizing why passing The “Right to Contraception Act” into law is essential. The ads  –  which include videos, audio ads, and other forms of digital media – advocate for the right to contraception and freedom

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Wisconsin Democracy Campaign: Let children be children

Here is a Wisconsin Democracy Campaign commentary on the Wisconsin Republicans’ proposal to eliminate work permits for 14 and 15 year old children. While Republicans argue that this change will promote economic growth and foster early responsibility, a closer look reveals potential drawbacks. This bill aims to exploit childhood and

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A Better Wisconsin Together: ‘No debate about it’: Wisconsin organizations uplift progressive vision for Wisconsin, denounce right-wing extremism

MADISON, Wis. — This week, extremist GOP politicians will descend upon Milwaukee for the presidential debate on August 23. In response, nearly a dozen organizations across Wisconsin have released a joint statement emphasizing that the harmful and reckless actions and rhetoric espoused by these right-wing politicians has no place here –

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Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee: Trump won’t be in Wisconsin tomorrow, but that won’t stop Senator Dan Knodl from doing his bidding in Madison

MADISON, WI – In response to to Senator Dan Knodl’s announcement of a hearing to re-litigate the 2020 election, Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Agard released the following statement:  “Donald Trump may not be with us in Wisconsin tomorrow, but it’s very apparent that Senator Knodl is still content doing his

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Sen. Wimberger, Rep. Wittke: JLAC to hear from DHS on missing $43 million, misadministration of federal funds

MADISON – The co-chairs of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee (JLAC) Senator Wimberger (R-Green Bay) and Representative Wittke (R-Racine) released the following statement prior to today’s Joint Legislative Audit Committee hearing: “We’re seeing a trend of departments failing to provide proper checks and oversight while administering state programs. In the

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U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Statement

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-3) released the following statement: “It is with the most profound sense of grief and joy that Sara Jane and I announce the passing of our oldest daughter, Sydney Marie (Van Orden) Martenis after a year of battling a very aggressive form of

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Baldwin Campaign: Tammy Tuesdays: August 22, 2023

Hi folks! Welcome back to Tammy Tuesdays, our weekly update email on Tammy’s work and the big fights she’s taking on for Wisconsin families. Tammy knows that there’s more that unites us than divides us. She understands that Wisconsin’s working families all want good-paying jobs, affordable healthcare, and the same

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Sen. Larson: Republican wrecking crew

Madison, WI – It’s been said that Wisconsin has two seasons: winter and construction. Sadly, our revered UW System appears to be in the midst of a third, most unwelcome season – one of deconstruction. While you may not see any orange barrels or caution tape in front of Bascom Hill,

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Biden-Harris Campaign: Launches new Wisconsin ad ahead of RNC debate

Today, Biden-Harris 2024 is announcing its first state-specific ad in Wisconsin ahead of the first Republican debate. As Republicans head to the debate stage to spotlight their out of touch and extreme views, President Biden’s reelection campaign is focused on highlighting how his agenda is creating good-paying jobs right in

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