Michels for Governor: Gov. Tony Evers’ decades of education failures continue
WEST ALLIS, Wisc. – Today, Tony Evers’ disastrous DPI released new Forward Exam scores that quantify the education failures of his administration – a testament to his abysmal leadership despite his decades of experience in the education bureaucracy. On the most recent statewide
Office of the Mayor: Mayor Rhodes-Conway successfully concludes contract negotiations with three city unions representing police, fire and metro
With the ratification of the Madison Professional Police Officers Association (MPPOA) agreementearlier this week, the Mayor has now successfully settled contracts with the City’s three unions,including IAFF Local 311 and Teamsters Local 695. “I am pleased that the City has
WisDems: Ethics complaint filed against Sen. Ron Johnson for once again abusing taxpayer dollars
MADISON, Wis., — Today, a new report details a new ethics complaint that has been filed against Ron Johnson for using his Senate twitter account for campaigning – a clear misuse of taxpayer dollars. The complaint shows that Johnson used his
U.S. Dept. of Education: Dept. awards nearly $1 billion to 56 states and territories to provide students with safer and healthier learning environments
The U.S. Department of Education announced awards totaling nearly $1 billion through the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA). The Stronger Connections grants will help schools provide all students with safe and supportive learning opportunities and environments that are critical for their success.
Office of the County Executive: Parisi announces $1 million for domestic abuse intervention services to expand efforts as part of 2023 budget
Today, Dane County Executive Joe Parisi joined Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS) Executive Director Shannon Barry and Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett to announce that his 2023 budget will prioritize emergency services for those facing the fear and uncertainty of how
NRSC: Dems keep attacking, GOP candidates keep gaining
Washington, D.C. – We are 40 days out from Election Day, and one trend is becoming clear: Voters are tuning out the Democrat attack ads trying to distract from the failed Biden agenda in Washington of inflation, rising crime, open borders,
Wisconsin Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Enhanced prescription drug monitoring program gains traction among health systems after fee elimination
Madison, Wis. – The Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) recently announced the elimination of start-up and monthly fees associated with integrating the Enhanced Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (ePDMP) into electronic health record systems, expanding access to the ePDMP while
WisDems: Tim Michels says decades of lawsuits over harassment and abuse at his company is a “spectacular” record
MADISON, Wis. — At an event in Beaver Dam yesterday, Tim Michels said that decades of lawsuits over harassment and abuse at his company is a “spectacular’ record,” and Michels even tried to claim that there is a “tremendous culture at Michels of respect, respect for
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: State agency leaders meet with researchers at USDA forest products lab to support greater climate resiliency
Madison, Wis. — Today, state agency leadership from the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI), Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS), and Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) visited with researchers at the USDA Forest Products Lab as part of their
DNR: 2021-2022 Winter Wolf Survey results and wolf management plan update
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the 2021-2022 overwinter number of pack-associated wolves is estimated between 812 and 1,193 within the pack-occupied range, with the most likely estimate being 972 wolves in a total number
Barnes campaign: Mandela Barnes launches “Ron against Roe” tour
MADISON — Today, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, announced the “Ron Against Roe” tour, a tour holding Ron Johnson accountable for his record of working to rip away Wisconsinites’ ability to access abortion. Mandela will kick off the
NRSC: Mandela Barnes just as dangerous on Twitter
Washington, D.C. – Mandela Barnes is a dangerous Democrat. And it turns out that he is just as dangerous on social media as he is IRL. As reported by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: “I would probably say I spend too much time online,” Barnes,
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Rep. Pocan introduces bill to create national museum of American LGBTQ+ history and culture
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the nation prepares to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), a co-chair of the Congressional LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus introduced two bills to begin the process of creating a National Museum of American LGBTQ+ History and Culture. “As
Senate Leadership Fund: Mandela Barnes’ twitter reveals he is the extremist radical we thought he was
WASHINGTON, DC – A new report by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel is a deep dive into the inner psyche of Mandela Barnes – probing his 18,400 tweets to paint a picture of a deeply radical, militant progressive whose views are far out of
Wisconsin Dental Association Foundation: WDA Foundation gives back to dental and hygiene students with $30,000 in scholarships
WEST ALLIS, Wis. – The Wisconsin Dental Association Foundation has recognized 11 state dental and dental hygiene students with scholarships. A combined amount of $30,000 has been awarded in 2022 scholarships, helping to alleviate dental education expenses and ensure the
WisDems: Wisconsin retirees call out Ron Johnson ahead of La Crosse visit
La Crosse, Wis. — This Friday, La Crosse retirees will call out Senator Ron Johnson for threatening to cut Social Security, putting hundreds of thousands of Wisconsin retirees at risk of losing their livelihood. Johnson has called for Social Security to be
Johnson campaign: Mandela Barnes tweets AOC is “my president”, Steve Scalise was “taking one for the team” when shot
OSHKOSH – Uncovered tweets from Mandela Barnes by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel show just how dangerously liberal Mandela Barnes is. Barnes’ tweets include a reference he made to AOC as “my president” and insulting remarks, such as when he said Rep. Steve
Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: Introduces 2023 budget prioritizing investments in public health and safety, mental health, substance use, youth services, and parks
MILWAUKEE, WI – This morning, County Executive David Crowley presented the 2023 Recommended Budget to the Milwaukee County Board and residents of Milwaukee County. The 2023 budget continues to advance the first County-wide strategic plan in two decades and reflects the