U.S. Rep. Pocan: Pocan, Khanna introduce bill to strengthen Medicare, define alternative plans
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ahead of the Medicare Open Enrollment period, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Ro Khanna (CA-17) are introducing the “Save Medicare Act” to rename so-called “Medicare Advantage” plans, prohibit private insurers from using “Medicare” in plan titles or advertisements, and
Barnes campaign: National Security Leaders for America endorse Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate ahead of final Jan. 6 hearing
MADISON — Today, National Security Leaders for America, a bipartisan group of former and retired senior public servants who dedicated their lives in defense of democracy, endorsed Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, ahead of the final January 6
Missy Zombor: Announcing candidacy for Milwaukee Board of School Directors citywide seat
Missy Zombor, a Milwaukee Public Schools parent and longtime community activist, declared her candidacy for the Milwaukee Board of School Directors, citywide seat. Missy Zombor, a Milwaukee Public School parent, marketing director for the education nonprofit publisher and advocacy organization
Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty: Suing La Crosse over ordinance violating the first amendment
The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) filed a federal lawsuit against the City of La Crosse on behalf of Joy Buchman, a licensed mental health professional and owner of Kinsman Redeemer Counseling Center, LLC (“Kinsman”). The suit challenges the city’s
Evers campaign: Michels would tell 12 year old rape victim pregnancy “was created by God”
Tim Michels said during an interview in 2004 that he would tell a twelve-year-old rape victim who became pregnant that her pregnancy “was created by God.” Michels: “I think in the end what I would try to tell them is that
Wisconsin Family Council: Launching“Commit to Vote” multi-media ad campaign to encourage voter participation
On Monday, Wisconsin Family Council (WFC) launched a $166,000 educational, statewide multi-media campaign to encourage Wisconsin voters with hope and a strong reminder that as American citizens, it is our responsibility to participate in the form of government God has
Wisconsin Environmental Justice and Infrastructure Initiative: Availability of grants for diverse environmental advocacy organizations
Today, the Wisconsin Environmental Justice and Infrastructure Initiative (EJII) announced Capacity Building Grants to aid Wisconsin advocacy organizations in need of support in raising community awareness on environmental justice issues. EJII will be offering grants ranging from $1,000 – $10,000
Emerge: Launching judicial candidate training program in Wisconsin
Emerge, the nation’s premier organization that recruits and trains Democratic women to run for office, announced today that it is launching a Judicial Candidate Training, a comprehensive program for women seeking to run for judgeships as the organization looks to
Gov. Evers, WEDC: More than 6,600 small businesses and nonprofits have received main street bounceback grants
Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes, today announced more than 6,600 small businesses and nonprofits have been approved for Main Street Bounceback Grants to fill empty storefronts in all 72 counties
U.S. Rep. Steil: COLA increase won’t cover pain seniors have faced
In the wake of today’s inflation data and a year of record-high inflation fueled by excessive spending, the Social Security Administration announced a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) change of 8.7% today. Congressman Bryan Steil released the following statement: “Retirees on fixed incomes
Johnson campaign: Lt. Gov. Barnes question of the day
In tonight’s debate, how many of your radical policy positions will you try to conceal from Wisconsin voters?
U.S. Attorney: Marathon County woman sentenced to 66 months for methamphetamine distribution
Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Sarah Waggoner, 41, Birnamwood, Wisconsin was sentenced yesterday by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 66 months in federal prison for distributing 50 grams or more of
Barnes campaign: In new ad, Lt. Gov. Barnes slams Sen. Johnson for subverting democracy
Today, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate released “Insurrection,” a new digital ad calling out Ron Johnson for his involvement with the January 6th insurrection and trying to pass a slate of fake electors to Vice President Mike
Pfaff campaign: Wisconsin veteran calls on Derrick Van Orden to join him in watching Jan. 6 Committee hearing
Today, Town of Bangor Supervisor and U.S. Army veteran Sam Arentz called on radical insurrectionist Derrick Van Orden to join him at the Bangor Laborers’ Local 140 to watch the Jan. 6 Committee hearing. “As a fellow veteran, I’m calling
Wisconsin Latino Conservative Coalition launches
Today, Mario Hererra, Co-Founder and President of the WI Latino Conservative Coalition, is announcing the formation of a new organization focused on educating and expanding the grassroots, conservative Latinos in our state. Mario Hererra said, “The Wisconsin Latino Conservative Coalition
DWD: Innovative partnership working to address nursing shortage
GREEN BAY – As a nurse, Nichole Lauf’s experience and empathy have guided countless patients through their most vulnerable moments. As a co-clinical nursing instructor for Aurora BayCare Medical Center, she is motivated by the opportunity to teach technical skills
WisGOP: Johnson adds to Senate race lead, Michels even with Evers
[Appleton, WI] – The Marquette Law School Poll Wednesday showed Senator Ron Johnson expanding his lead over Mandela Barnes. “The more voters hear about Mandela Barnes’ support for defunding police and reducing our prison population by releasing violent criminals, along
Protect Our Care: Governor Tony Evers headlines “Lower Costs, Better Care” bus tour stop in Green Bay
GREEN BAY, WI — This afternoon, Protect Our Care’s Care Force One arrived in Green Bay to highlight how the Inflation Reduction Act’s measures will lower premiums and prescription drug costs for millions of Americans. The groundbreaking legislation works to
Wisconsin Dairy Alliance, Venture Dairy Cooperative: Proudly endorse Amy Loudenbeck for secretary of state
New Franken, WI – Today, Wisconsin Dairy Alliance and Venture Dairy Cooperative proudly endorsed Amy Loudenbeck for Secretary of State. “Amy has been an incredible leader and voice for agriculture as a State Representative and we look forward to her