
John Nichols: Mark Pocan’s 100% for taxing the billionaire class
For years, the congressman has responded to reports of growing economic inequality in America with a three-word mantra: “Tax the rich!” Now, Pocan’s got a president on his side.
For years, the congressman has responded to reports of growing economic inequality in America with a three-word mantra: “Tax the rich!” Now, Pocan’s got a president on his side.
While individuals who have themselves suffered discrimination may seek a remedy, our Constitution does not recognize blood guilt or favor. Race or ethnicity can almost never be the basis for government preferences.
The landscape of America seems to constantly reinforce our divisions. However, are we really all that divided? Are we really all that different? And, are we really all that disconnected?
A new centrist party could work, but it’s unlikely to overcome the legal, financial and cultural breastworks that protect the two major parties.
Fitch Ratings has assigned a ‘AA-‘ rating to the following city of Milwaukee, WI obligations: –$74.2 million general obligation promissory notes, series 2022 N3; –$28 million general obligation corporate purpose bonds, series 2022 B4; –$5 million taxable general obligation promissory
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a new equestrian campground is set to open at Governor Dodge State Park on April 29. Located in Wisconsin’s scenic driftless area, Governor Dodge State Park is one of the
MUKWONAGO, WI—Nik Rettinger, longtime grassroots leader in the Republican Party, announces his candidacy for the 83rd State Assembly District. Rettinger has over a decade of experience advancing the conservative movement in Southeast Wisconsin and is ready to take the fight to Madison to ensure our conservative principles and
April 18, 2022 — At 28 months of age, University of Wisconsin-River Falls alum Lindsey Moreland was diagnosed with autism after showing classic signs including not responding to her name and banging her head into walls. “It was devastating,” Lindsey’s
April 18, 2022 — University of Wisconsin-River Falls Chancellor Maria Gallo was elected in March as the chair of the American Council on Education (ACE) Women’s Network Executive Council (WNEC). Gallo will serve in the position for two years. She
April 14, 2022 – During Earth Fest 2022 on Sunday, April 24, educational and community leaders will come together to sign a Sustainability Commitment. University of Wisconsin-River Falls Chancellor Maria Gallo will sign the commitment along with representatives from the
GERMANTOWN – State Representative Dan Knodl (R-Germantown) announced today that he is running for another term to represent the 24th Assembly District in the Wisconsin State Assembly. “Serving the constituents of the 24th Assembly District has been a privilege, and
MARSHFIELD – According to a 2020 report by Forward Analytics, 25% of Wisconsin’s rural population lack access to high-speed internet. That’s more than 430,000 people. Additionally, many rural Wisconsinites struggle with the connection they have. Not only does this disparity
MADISON – Madison Reading Project is thrilled to announce that 10 teams are set to meet on stage at Madison’s most unique fundraising event, Read(y) to Wear, a paper dress/costume design competition to be held May 12th at the Majestic
MADISON, WI – Last Friday Governor Evers signed 2021 Senate Bill 392 into law as 2021 Wisconsin Act 254. This bill authored by Rep. Jon Plumer (R – Lodi) & Sen. Mary Felzkowski (R – Irma), will create the position of
Madison, WI – Last week, Representative David Steffen (R-Howard), and Senator Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) had their legislation Assembly Bill 259 signed into law. This bill creates a legal framework for the licensure of genetic counselors in the state of
JANESVILLE, WI— Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced he will be hosting a free event in Janesville, WI on identity theft and fraud prevention on Thursday, April 21, 2022. “I am excited to announce our workshop on identity theft and fraud
GREEN BAY, Wis., April 15, 2022 –UW-Green Bay’s Institute for Women’s Leadership received a $10,000 grant from the AT&T Foundation to create and fund a Workforce Development Certificate. The grant will enable 100 candidates to earn a certificate at no
After being dormant for nearly the past two years, Ron Johnson’s joint fundraising operation boosted campaign dollars reported during the first quarter of 2022. Ron Johnson Victory had $2 cash on hand to start 2020. But it pulled in more
For years, the congressman has responded to reports of growing economic inequality in America with a three-word mantra: “Tax the rich!” Now, Pocan’s got a president on his side.
While individuals who have themselves suffered discrimination may seek a remedy, our Constitution does not recognize blood guilt or favor. Race or ethnicity can almost never be the basis for government preferences.
The landscape of America seems to constantly reinforce our divisions. However, are we really all that divided? Are we really all that different? And, are we really all that disconnected?
A new centrist party could work, but it’s unlikely to overcome the legal, financial and cultural breastworks that protect the two major parties.
Fitch Ratings has assigned a ‘AA-‘ rating to the following city of Milwaukee, WI obligations: –$74.2 million general obligation promissory notes, series 2022 N3; –$28 million general obligation corporate purpose bonds, series 2022 B4; –$5 million taxable general obligation promissory notes, series 2022 T5; –$3.7 million taxable general obligation corporate
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a new equestrian campground is set to open at Governor Dodge State Park on April 29. Located in Wisconsin’s scenic driftless area, Governor Dodge State Park is one of the state’s largest parks, with over 5,000 acres of steep hills,
MUKWONAGO, WI—Nik Rettinger, longtime grassroots leader in the Republican Party, announces his candidacy for the 83rd State Assembly District. Rettinger has over a decade of experience advancing the conservative movement in Southeast Wisconsin and is ready to take the fight to Madison to ensure our conservative principles and Constitutional liberties are defended. “I have committed over a decade
April 18, 2022 — At 28 months of age, University of Wisconsin-River Falls alum Lindsey Moreland was diagnosed with autism after showing classic signs including not responding to her name and banging her head into walls. “It was devastating,” Lindsey’s mom, Lauri Moreland, recalled. “We called it the death sentence.
April 18, 2022 — University of Wisconsin-River Falls Chancellor Maria Gallo was elected in March as the chair of the American Council on Education (ACE) Women’s Network Executive Council (WNEC). Gallo will serve in the position for two years. She has served on the WNEC since June 2018, most recently
April 14, 2022 – During Earth Fest 2022 on Sunday, April 24, educational and community leaders will come together to sign a Sustainability Commitment. University of Wisconsin-River Falls Chancellor Maria Gallo will sign the commitment along with representatives from the city of River Falls, the River Falls School District and
GERMANTOWN – State Representative Dan Knodl (R-Germantown) announced today that he is running for another term to represent the 24th Assembly District in the Wisconsin State Assembly. “Serving the constituents of the 24th Assembly District has been a privilege, and I look forward to continuing the important work of making
MARSHFIELD – According to a 2020 report by Forward Analytics, 25% of Wisconsin’s rural population lack access to high-speed internet. That’s more than 430,000 people. Additionally, many rural Wisconsinites struggle with the connection they have. Not only does this disparity limit connectivity to school and work, it also has an
MADISON – Madison Reading Project is thrilled to announce that 10 teams are set to meet on stage at Madison’s most unique fundraising event, Read(y) to Wear, a paper dress/costume design competition to be held May 12th at the Majestic Theater. Honoring this year’s theme, “Rock, Paper, Scissors,” teams composed
MADISON, WI – Last Friday Governor Evers signed 2021 Senate Bill 392 into law as 2021 Wisconsin Act 254. This bill authored by Rep. Jon Plumer (R – Lodi) & Sen. Mary Felzkowski (R – Irma), will create the position of and certify expanded dental auxiliaries in Wisconsin. “Wisconsin Act 254
Madison, WI – Last week, Representative David Steffen (R-Howard), and Senator Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) had their legislation Assembly Bill 259 signed into law. This bill creates a legal framework for the licensure of genetic counselors in the state of Wisconsin. The United States is the world leader in providing
JANESVILLE, WI— Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced he will be hosting a free event in Janesville, WI on identity theft and fraud prevention on Thursday, April 21, 2022. “I am excited to announce our workshop on identity theft and fraud prevention. On Thursday, attendees will learn how to prevent identity
GREEN BAY, Wis., April 15, 2022 –UW-Green Bay’s Institute for Women’s Leadership received a $10,000 grant from the AT&T Foundation to create and fund a Workforce Development Certificate. The grant will enable 100 candidates to earn a certificate at no cost. The check was presented Thursday, April 14, 2022 at the
After being dormant for nearly the past two years, Ron Johnson’s joint fundraising operation boosted campaign dollars reported during the first quarter of 2022. Ron Johnson Victory had $2 cash on hand to start 2020. But it pulled in more than $2.7 million in receipts during the first quarter of