WisDems: Statement on Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

(WISCONSIN) — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement on news of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death: “Justice Ginsburg was a shining light of American democracy and justice, a relentless champion of equality and the rule of

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WisDems: Statement on Pompeo visit

(WISCONSIN) — Ahead of Mike Pompeo’s visit to Wisconsin, Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Philip Shulman released the following statement: “What we won’t hear from Mike Pompeo is the truth about the destruction caused by Donald Trump and his administration cozying up to China. Whether

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Van Orden campaign: Endorsement from President Trump

HAGER CITY, WI – President Trump has endorsed Derrick Van Orden for Congress in Wisconsin’s 3rd District.   The President said in his speech last night “we have a great Congressional candidate Derrick Van Orden…. I support you 100%. You have my total

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Milwaukee Health Dept.: Phase 4.1 order update

MILWAUKEE – On May 15, 2020, the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) issued a public health and safety order called ‘Moving Milwaukee Forward.’ This order uses a measured, phased approach that utilizes data-driven gating criteria that aligns with federal

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WisDems: Statement on Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

(WISCONSIN) — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement on news of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death: “Justice Ginsburg was a shining light of American democracy and justice, a relentless champion of equality and the rule of law, and a bold and relentless voice for progress and

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Opportunity Wisconsin: Calls on Sen. Johnson to honor Justice Ginsburg’s last wish and his own rule: no SCOTUS appointment before the election

MADISON, Wis. — Tonight, Opportunity Wisconsin released the following statement on the passing of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg: “For nearly three decades, Justice Ginsburg served on our nation’s highest court as a champion for those seeking a fair shot, whether it was on issues of equality, education, or economic

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FRI News Summary: Wisconsin reports record 2,034 COVID-19 cases; Trump campaigns in Mosinee

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** Tuesday: WisPolitics.com virtual luncheon on the new book, ‘Patrick J. Lucey: A Lasting Legacy’ by Dennis Dresang Join WisPolitics.com for a virtual lunchtime discussion with the author of the Lucey book and those who knew the former governor, ambassador and vice presidential candidate. The panel

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Hawkins campaign: Calls for a federal Financial Transaction Tax

Howie Hawkins, the Green and Socialist Party candidate for President, stood in front of the New York State Exchange today to call for a federal Financial Transaction Tax. Hawkins also called on state lawmakers to stop rebating $13 billion annually to Wall Street speculators from the state stock transfer tax

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WisDems: Statement on Pompeo visit

(WISCONSIN) — Ahead of Mike Pompeo’s visit to Wisconsin, Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Philip Shulman released the following statement: “What we won’t hear from Mike Pompeo is the truth about the destruction caused by Donald Trump and his administration cozying up to China. Whether it was Trump’s chaotic trade wars that crushed Wiconsin’s manufacturers

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Palzewicz campaign: Foxconn: A good idea or a bill of goods?

Brookfield, WI –Regardless of party affiliation, most Wisconsin politicians agree that bringing industry to the state is a worthy cause. Big business is always looking for a tax break in exchange for creating jobs. Democrat Tom Palzewicz, running for the Fifth Congressional District seat, looks at the Foxconn project and only

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Biden campaign: Statement on Trump rally during record COVID-19 positive cases in Wisconsin

Today, following President Donald Trump’s rally in Wisconsin, Biden for President Wisconsin State Director Danielle Melfi released the following statement: “While Wisconsin set a daily record of more than 2,000 new positive COVID-19 cases — and with numerous Wisconsin cities now having some of the fastest-growing caseloads in the country — President Trump hosted a rally with

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Van Orden campaign: Endorsement from President Trump

HAGER CITY, WI – President Trump has endorsed Derrick Van Orden for Congress in Wisconsin’s 3rd District.   The President said in his speech last night “we have a great Congressional candidate Derrick Van Orden…. I support you 100%. You have my total endorsement.”   Derrick Van Orden released the following statement following

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Milwaukee Health Dept.: Phase 4.1 order update

MILWAUKEE – On May 15, 2020, the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) issued a public health and safety order called ‘Moving Milwaukee Forward.’ This order uses a measured, phased approach that utilizes data-driven gating criteria that aligns with federal and state guidance. This plan outlines the measures needed for

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