Dave Zweifel: The U.S. has lost its place as a world leader

In the eyes of many of these Europeans, according to the Times, the way the virus has savaged the U.S. exposes two great weaknesses — the erratic leadership of Donald Trump, who has long devalued expertise in government, and the longtime absence of a robust public health care system and social safety net.

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U.S. Rep. Kind, Librarian of Congress Dr. Hayden, and WEAC President Martin: Highlight resources to help students, parents, and teachers

La Crosse, WI – Today, Rep. Ron Kind held a press conference with Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla Hayden and Wisconsin Education Association Council (WEAC) President Ron “Duff” Martin to discuss available federal and state educational resources to help teachers, parents, and students. “I know so many students, families, and educators have experienced

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Rep. Shankland: Letter to UW System President Cross

UW System President Ray Cross 1720 Van Hise Hall 1220 Linden Dr. Madison, WI 53706 Dear President Cross: I am writing you today in response to your surprise proposal to dramatically alter the UW System. I recognize the difficulties and severe financial shortfalls the UW System is facing, which is

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Dave Zweifel: The U.S. has lost its place as a world leader

In the eyes of many of these Europeans, according to the Times, the way the virus has savaged the U.S. exposes two great weaknesses — the erratic leadership of Donald Trump, who has long devalued expertise in government, and the longtime absence of a robust public health care system and social safety net.

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THU AM Update: Cross proposes campus cuts, consolidation of administrative services to deal with COVID-19 challenges

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Advertisement The Madison Club From WisPolitics.com … — UW System President Ray Cross is recommending campuses cut programs and consolidate administration to survive the “unprecedented challenges” of the COVID-19 pandemic. Cross also told reporters layoffs were expected. Cross said the system had already been working with

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