WisGOP: Statement on assassination attempt at Trump International Golf Club
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering the incident at the Trump International Golf Club today, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming: “We are relieved that President Trump is safe and unharmed after this terrifying incident at the Trump
Harris campaign: Day 3: Team Harris-Walz continues to chart ‘New Way Forward’
Team Harris-Walz was out in full force yesterday for day three of the New Way Forward tour, where Governor Walz and key surrogates continued to crisscross the country underscoring Vice President Harris’ vision for the future in contrast to Donald
WisDems: Honor Hispanic Heritage Month
MADISON, Wis. — In honor of the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Latino Caucus Chair Solana Patterson-Ramos released the following statement: Democratic Party of Wisconsin Latino Caucus Chair Solana Patterson-Ramos: “Hispanic Heritage Month provides a chance to
Harris campaign: Lt. Gov. Rodriguez launches canvasses in Northeast Wisconsin as part of New Way Forward Tour
Today, in Appleton and Green Bay, Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez spoke at WisDems canvass launches as part of the Harris-Walz campaign’s New Way Forward battleground tour to mobilize support, drive enthusiasm, and reach the voters who will decide this election
A Better Wisconsin Together: Thanks Tim Walz for bringing positive, progressive vision to Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — On the heels of Donald Trump’s visit to Wisconsin last weekend, in which he delivered a multi-hour rambling of personal grievances and unpopular Project 2025 ideas, A Better Wisconsin Together is thanking Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for spending
Harris campaign: Statement on JD Vance’s plans to visit Eau Claire
Wisconsin Democratic Coordinated Campaign Rapid Response Director Kristi Johnston released the following statement in response to JD Vance’s plans to visit Eau Claire on Wednesday: “In Eau Claire, JD Vance will campaign on his and Trump’s extreme and dangerous Project
U.S. Dept. of Justice: Federal authorities working with local partners to reduce domestic violence in Milwaukee
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WisDems: Money meant to improve reading in schools is frozen amid a political fight. Now, districts have to take out loans.
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, CBS 58 reported that months after the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that Republican efforts to block state funding were unconstitutional, Duey Stroebel and Republicans in the Joint Finance Committee are still withholding funds that would improve student reading. As a result of
Dept. of Workforce Development: Governor’s Council on Workforce Investment launches data dashboard
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today announced that the Governor’s Council on Workforce Investment (CWI) has launched a new CWI Dashboard, an online data tool to measure the success of the state’s workforce programs that support workers
Lyerly campaign: Accepts debate proposal, looks forward to seeing Wied on stage
Green Bay, WI— Dr. Kristin Lyerly’s campaign has officially accepted a debate proposal with WBAY and the Mauthe Center for September 27th. “The Lyerly Campaign is delighted that Tony Wied has finally agreed to debate! We look forward to showcasing
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Brings home over $13 million for Wisconsin tribes to cut energy costs and reduce pollution
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced she helped deliver over $13 million for two Wisconsin Tribes to invest in renewable energy solutions that will cut emissions, improve air quality, bring down energy costs, and create pathways to high-quality
Wisconsin Farmers Union: State legislative candidate roundtables focus on small business and family farm issues
On September 16th, 23rd, and 24th, voters will have a chance to hear candidates’ stances on issues impacting family farms and small businesses. Main Street Alliance (MSA), in partnership with Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU), is co-hosting three roundtable events to
UW-Madison: New institutional and public position statements policy
The following message from Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin was emailed to all students, faculty and staff on Sept. 13, 2024. Dear campus community, I am writing today to share information about a new policy regarding the use of our institutional voice
WisDems: Derrick Van Orden supports a farm bill that will cut food stamps
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, the Cap Times reported that Derrick Van Orden and Republicans in the House Committee on Agriculture have spent over a year delaying the passage of a critical Farm Bill in their mission to cut Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of Green Bay Safe Drinking Water Loan Program project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Green Bay is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes replacing lead
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation: Submits comments to USDA’s proposed revisions to federal milk marketing orders
MADISON – On Sep. 13, Wisconsin Farm Bureau submitted comments to the United States Department of Agriculture regarding proposed revisions to the Federal Milk Marketing Orders. The letter, submitted jointly with Minnesota Farm Bureau, expressed opposition to USDA’s recommendations. Although
Libertarian Party of Wisconsin: Decries debate exclusion
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) wonders why the organizers of the formal Presidentialdebates seem to think that excluding candidates like Libertarian Chase Oliver, the Green Party’sJill Stein, and independent Cornel West from the debate stage is acceptable? In an era
Gov. Evers: PSC announce award of $27.8 Million under Digital Connectivity and Navigators Program
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Public Service Commission (PSC) Chairperson Summer Strand, announced today that the PSC awarded more than $27.8 million in funding from the Digital Connectivity and Navigators Program to fund 11 projects throughout Wisconsin that
WisDems: Peter Barca, Rep. Tip McGuire, and concerned constituent hold press call on Bryan Steil’s record on Social Security and Medicare
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Peter Barca, Tip McGuire, and a Social Security recipient from Congressional District 1 held a virtual press call to call out Bryan Steil for his record of endangering Wisconsinites’ hard-earned retirement benefits. Speakers highlighted how Bryan Steil has
Private Citizen: Secret filings expose Wisconsin Attorney General Kaul’s failures
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