TUE PM Update: Top-five primary bill debated in committee

From WisPolitics … — Proponents of a bipartisan bill to implement top-five primaries and instant runoff voting in Wisconsin congressional races today argued the change would ensure the candidates with the broadest appeal end up in office. Meanwhile, others criticized

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WisDems: Blast Trump’s calls for economy to crash

MADISON, Wis. — In an interview on Fox News last night, Donald Trump called for the economy to crash — which would devastate millions of working Wisconsinites. In response, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Communications Director Joe Oslund released the following statement: “For years, Donald Trump has

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WILL: Wins election integrity lawsuit 

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) won a lawsuit against the City Clerk of Racine and Wisconsin Elections Commission, securing election integrity in the process.   The Racine County Circuit Court ruled in our favor, declaring that the City’s

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TUE PM Update: Top-five primary bill debated in committee

From WisPolitics … — Proponents of a bipartisan bill to implement top-five primaries and instant runoff voting in Wisconsin congressional races today argued the change would ensure the candidates with the broadest appeal end up in office. Meanwhile, others criticized the process as confusing and argued the proposal would prevent

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DCCC: GOP Conference Chair Rep. Stefanik refuses to commit to certifying the 2024 election – will U.S. Rep. Van Orden?

Nearly three years to the day after a mob stormed the US Capitol, MAGA promoter and GOP Conference Chair Elise Stefanik would not commit to certifying the 2024 presidential election.  Derrick Van Orden – who was endorsed by Stefanik in 2022 and has taken campaign cash from her for his reelection – was present on Capitol grounds during

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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Green County Circuit Court

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Green County Circuit Court – Branch 2. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Thomas J. Vale’s retirement, effective April 5, 2024. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2025.  To

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WisDems: Blast Trump’s calls for economy to crash

MADISON, Wis. — In an interview on Fox News last night, Donald Trump called for the economy to crash — which would devastate millions of working Wisconsinites. In response, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Communications Director Joe Oslund released the following statement: “For years, Donald Trump has been committed to destroying the economy for Wisconsin families, and

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin, U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Lead Wisconsin delegation in introducing bill to rename Tomah VA after Wisconsin veteran Jason Simcakoski

WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and U.S. Representative Derrick Van Orden (R-WI-03) led the entire Wisconsin congressional delegation in introducing a new bill to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Tomah, Wisconsin after Jason Simcakoski, a Wisconsin veteran who tragically lost his life after

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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Rusk County District Attorney

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for Rusk County District Attorney. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by District Attorney Ellen Anderson’s resignation, effective Feb. 9, 2024. The new district attorney will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends

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Opportunity Wisconsin: One year ago today: U.S. Reps. Steil and Van Orden’s first vote in the 118th Congress to protect wealthy tax cheats by repealing key Inflation Reduction Act provision

MADISON, Wis. – One year ago today, Congressmen Bryan Steil and Derrick Van Orden took their first of many votes in the 118th Congress in favor of repealing funding from the Inflation Reduction Act designed to hold wealthy tax cheats and big corporations accountable for not paying their fair share. On January

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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Marinette County Circuit Court

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Marinette County Circuit Court – Branch 1. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Jane M. Sequin’s resignation, effective July 31, 2024. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. To

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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Marinette County Circuit Court

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Marinette County Circuit Court – Branch 1. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Jane M. Sequin’s resignation, effective July 31, 2024. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. To

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Sen. Ballweg: 20th annual Joan Ballweg Leadership Scholarship

Madison… Senator Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) is offering scholarships to qualifying high school seniors in her district. Up to 12 $500 scholarships will be made available. Applications are being accepted now through Friday, March 29, 2024.  Scholarship eligibility is open to all graduating seniors continuing their education in a two-year technical college

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WILL: Wins election integrity lawsuit 

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) won a lawsuit against the City Clerk of Racine and Wisconsin Elections Commission, securing election integrity in the process.   The Racine County Circuit Court ruled in our favor, declaring that the City’s use of a mobile voting van at particular sites around

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Sen. Agard: Reacts to GOP bill to limit abortion care and access

MADISON – Yesterday, the Senate Committee on Licensing, Constitution and Federalism voted along party lines to approve SB 300, which would ban state and local officials from using public resources to train how to or to perform abortions. State Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement:  “Abortion is health

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Gov. Evers: Announces investments providing affordable, safe, stable housing for individuals experiencing opioid use disorders

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced seven agencies across the state will receive more than $750,000 in grant funding through the Recovery Voucher Program to provide access to affordable, safe, and stable housing in recovery residences for individuals and their families who are experiencing homelessness and have been diagnosed with opioid use disorder

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Milwaukee Arts Board: Announces 2024 application cycles for sustaining grant program, Public Art Conservation Fund 

MILWAUKEE, WI – The Milwaukee Arts Board (MAB) is announcing that the application cycles are open for the Sustaining Grant Program and the Public Art Conservation Fund.  “Milwaukee’s arts organizations, public art installations, and creative spaces enliven our neighborhoods and help residents and families stay active in their community,” said Mayor

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