Rep. Krug: Passes legislation improving education standards and empowering parents
(Madison) – Rep. Krug joined his Assembly Republican colleagues and passed education reforms to improve standards and ensure students are getting the education they deserve. “I think most of us were shocked when Department of Public Instruction Secretary Jill Underly
WisDems: Reminder: Brad Schimel failed to keep Wisconsin safe
MADISON, Wis. — We’re back to remind you of Brad Schimel’s years-long failure to keep Wisconsin kids, families, and communities safe. “Brad Schimel made a career out of failing survivors of sexual assault, but his dangerous public safety record doesn’t end with
Kinser campaign: Releases statement on legislative proposal to restore high standards in schools
MADISON, Wisc. — Brittany Kinser, candidate for DPI Superintendent released the following statement in response to the Assembly passing AB1 to restore higher education standards. “We are one step closer to higher educational standards for our kids. The Assembly passed a
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: The costs of repealing Act 10: WILL unveils new property tax calculator
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) released a new new property tax calculator to help Wisconsinites estimate the significant financial impact that repealing Act 10—major collective bargaining reforms passed in 2011—could have on their personal finances. This free, easy-to-use
Wisconsin Family Action: Applauds WIAA decision to protect women’s sports
MADISON – Yesterday the WIAA banned biological men from participating in women’s sports. This common-sense decision is a great move for Wisconsin, for women, and for women’s and girls’ sports in the Badger State. Wisconsin Family Action (WFA) supported legislation in 2024 that
Crawford campaign: Abuser presses gun in woman’s neck, Schimel gives light sentence, abuser reoffends
MADISON, Wis. – In 2019, Jeffrey Colvin reportedly punched his ex-girlfriend and mother of three kids in the head, dragged her by the hair, strangled her, and then pressed a gun into her neck and threatened to shoot her if she
WACEP: Statement on Governor’s executive budget
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians (WACEP) commends Governor Evers for an executive budget proposal that prioritizes patient safety and quality care. The Governor’s proposed budget helps address important issues like access to all types of
A Better Wisconsin Together: ICYMI: Local Wisconsin physicians, medical students, advocates speak out against Brad Schimel’s dangerous record, stance on abortion rights
MADISON, Wis. – Today, local Wisconsin physicians, medical professionals, and advocates joined together in a virtual press conference to speak out against far-right Judge Brad Schimel’s extreme and dangerous record on abortion and reproductive healthcare. Speakers – including Tanya Atkinson,
Wisconsin Public Education Network: Responds to Gov. Evers’ budget proposal
Gov. Evers’ budget proposal – and his declaration of 2025 as the Year of the Kid – signals a return to a core Wisconsin value: supporting our children and their public schools, while making critical & popular investments in health
Rep. Duchow: Votes to support Wisconsin students
Madison, WI – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed a package of bills seeking to raise academic standards and improve student outcomes across the State. Rep. Duchow (R-Delafield) released the following response: “Today, I joined my Republican colleagues in passing
Rep. Donovan: Votes to prioritize educational standards
Madison – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave the following statement after the Assembly passed legislation regarding education standards, transparency, and classroom prioritization. Recently, the National Assessment of Education Progress found that Wisconsin’s 4th graders were under performing as only 31% were proficient
Platform Communications: Announces Rachel Reisner to join firm’s public relations team
Contact: media@platform-communications.com MADISON – Platform Communications, a Midwest-based strategic communications firm, announced today Rachel Reisner will be joining its team to serve as Director of Public Relations. Prior to joining Platform, Reisner oversaw communications for the Republican National Convention in Wisconsin as chief
Rep. Sheehan: Delivers first speech as a member of the Assembly
MADISON – Today, Representative Joe Sheehan (D- Sheboygan) delivered his first speech as a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly in opposition to Assembly Bill 1, relating to: changes to the educational assessment program and the school and school district
Crawford campaign: ICYMI: “Yes” Brad Schimel supports the 1849 abortion ban
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, a new independent fact check from Wisconsin Watch confirms what’s been clear all along: Brad Schimel supports Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban – including with no exceptions for rape, incest, or the health of the mother. Schimel
Rep. O’Connor: Statement on votes for education package
Madison, WI—Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement after the Assembly passed several bills to improve K-12 education in Wisconsin: “Today, I joined my Republican colleagues on the Assembly floor to pass bills to preserve and promote
Rep. O’Connor: Responds to Gov. Evers’ budget address
Madison, WI—Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ Budget Address: “I came to Madison to advocate for the people of Fond du Lac. They overwhelmingly want to keep more of their hard-earned
Rep. DeSmidt: Reacts to Assembly floor session
MADISON, WI – The Assembly was in session today and debated several education bills put forward by the majority party. Representative Ben DeSmidt (D-Kenosha) had the following statement: “I was pleased to vote no on a handful of education bills
Rep. August: Assembly Republicans pass education reform package
Ensuring high-quality education remains a top priority. MADISON… Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly moved swiftly on a comprehensive package of bills aimed at reforming education in Wisconsin. The bills include raising standards, prohibiting students from using distracting cell phones in
Rep. Brill: Responds to Gov. Evers’ budget address
Madison – Representative Lindee Brill (R-Sheboygan Falls) issued the following statement after attending Governor Evers’ 2025 Budget Address: “As I listened to Governor Evers introduce his budget proposal and as I read the contents of his plan, I was surprised
Rep. Penterman: Stands for Wisconsin students
Backs legislation aiming to improve accountability and student achievement MADISON, WI – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed a package of education reform bills to restore high academic standards, increase transparency, and set students up for success. Representative William Penterman voted