Dairy Business Association: Endorsing Sen. Ron Johnson for re-election
The Dairy Business Association, Wisconsin’s leading dairy advocacy group, has endorsed Sen. Ron Johnson for re-election to the U.S. Senate in the November election. Sen. Johnson is seeking his third term. Sen. Johnson’s efforts on behalf of Wisconsin farms and
WisDems: Milwaukee small business owner, local representative blast Sen. Johnson for business and family trust not paying state income taxes
Today, in response to a new report that for years a trust associated with Ron Johnson and his business did not pay their fair share in state income taxes, a Milwaukee small business owner and local representative blasted Johnson for focusing on
Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association: Wisconsin Idea Spotlight – Human Flourishing and the Mind-Body Connection
MADISON, WI (October 25, 2022) — Just as we can improve our physical health with regular exercise, we can improve our emotional well-being with a training program for the mind. During the next Wisconsin Idea Spotlight presentation, Human Flourishing and the Mind-Body
WMC Foundation: Wisconsin Business World launches statewide student competitions
MADISON – Wisconsin Business World – a program of the WMC Foundation – launched its fall essay and innovation competitions for students statewide. Wisconsin Business World hosts the contests in partnership with Wisconsin businesses in order to engage students on the topics
Rep. Stubbs: Statement on educational inequities
MADISON, WI – On Monday, October 24th, the U.S. Department of Education’s National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) published its first national assessment of students since the COVID-19 pandemic. This assessment found the disparity of scores between Black and white
Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression: Rally for Brieon Green – transparency now!
Milwaukee, WI – On Wednesday, October 26, at 3:00PM, the Justice for Brieon Green Coalition will be holding a rally and picket outside of the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office (821 W State St.). This event marks 4 months since Green’s
Marquette University: Marquette VP of university relations, general counsel named to Menomonee Valley Partners board of directors
MILWAUKEE — Paul Jones, vice president for university relations and general counsel at Marquette University, has been named to the board of directors for the Menomonee Valley Partners, Inc., a nonprofit that serves as the lead agency in the redevelopment
Milwaukee Supv. Burgelis: Authors budget amendment to replace Doyne Park playground
MILWAUKEE – On Tuesday, October 25, County Supervisor Peter Burgelis issued the following statement on his amendment to the 2023 budget which removes $1,685,345 from the North Point parking lot project and funds a $624,577 playground replacement in Doyne Park. “The lakefront is a jewel for our community, but the cost of replacing these 30 lakefront parking spots is too expensive – creative
UW-Madison: Inaugural Jake Leinenkugel Diversity in Brewing Award recipient announced
A sophomore from Waunakee, Wisconsin is the recipient of the first-ever Jake Leinenkugel Diversity in Brewing Award. Babayosimi (Simi) Fadiran, a microbiology major in his second year, is the 2022 recipient of the award, which supports students from underrepresented groups
SEIU: On first day of in-person early voting, Wisconsin workers demand unions for all, march to ballot box to elect worker champions
MILWAUKEE — As the polls opened on the first day of in-person early voting, hundreds of Wisconsin workers across industries were in motion alongside Governor Tony Evers and Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, top candidates for Governor and U.S. Senate. Local service and care workers
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Gallagher, Stefanik introduce bill to counter foreign telecommunications influence
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Elise Stefanik (R-NY) today introduced the Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency (FACT) Act to counter the influence of China and other foreign adversaries on the United States’ telecommunications infrastructure. Specifically, this bill would provide critical telecommunications transparency
WisDems: ICYMI: Trust Fund set by Johnson goes from six-figure tax bills to paying nothing in taxes
MADISON, Wis. — A new report revealed new tax records from Ron Johnson showing that his multimillion dollar family trust fund took advantage of the Agriculture and Manufacturing Tax Credit to save themselves from paying millions of dollars in taxes. Since 2016, Johnson’s family’s
WisDems: 5 questions Ron Johnson needs to answer about his business and family trust not paying fair share of taxes
MADISON, Wis. – Following a new report that a trust associated with Ron Johnson and his business did not pay their fair share in state income taxes, Johnson owes Wisconsinites the answers: How many millions of dollars did you and your family save from
Wisconsin Elections Commission: In-person absentee voting starts Tuesday
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Elections Commission is reminding voters that local election officials may begin offering in-person absentee voting in cities, towns, and villages across Wisconsin starting on Tuesday, Oct. 25. Here’s what voters should be aware of as
Rep. Allen: Evers fails education
Yesterday, the National Assessment for Educational Progress (NAEP) released their report card for math and reading scores. Wisconsin scored a two-point drop in 4th grade math, a three-point drop in 4th grade reading, a five point drop in 8th grade reading, and an
U.S. Rep. Jayapal: Congressional Progressive Caucus chair statement on Ukraine letter
WASHINGTON — Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, issued the following statement on a letter sent regarding Ukraine: “The Congressional Progressive Caucus hereby withdraws its recent letter to the White House regarding Ukraine. “The letter was
Dept. of Health Services: Encourages all Wisconsinites to take steps to prevent childhood lead exposure
October 23-29 marks National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 23-29), the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is encouraging all Wisconsinites take steps to prevent and detect childhood lead exposure by getting the facts,
Milwaukee Metropolitan Association of Commerce: Rep. Tittl named MMAC “Champion of Commerce”
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — The Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC) has named Paul Tittl (R – Manitowoc) a “Champion of Commerce” for his support of the Milwaukee Region’s business community and its key priorities during the 2021-2022 Wisconsin legislative session. “Through
Rob Hutton campaign: Sen. Julian Bradley endorses Rob Hutton for State Senate
NEW BERLIN, Wis. – State Senator Julian Bradley (R-Franklin) proudly gives his endorsement to Rob Hutton to serve in the State Senate representing the 5th Senate District. Rob Hutton has the experience and know how to deliver on conservative reforms.