Barnes campaign: Calls out gun lobby-backed U.S. Sen. Johnson for blaming “wokeness” for Uvalde shooting
MADISON, WI — In response to Ron Johnson’s comments on Fox News blaming “wokeness” for the horrific school shooting in Texas, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, released the following statement: “Ron Johnson will do or say anything to
Lt. Gov. Barnes, First Lady Evers: Recognize outstanding individuals and organizations for their service at the 2022 Governor’s Service Awards
Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes congratulated the honorees at the 2022 Governor’s Service Awards, explaining that “throughout the tough times the last two years, it has been volunteers, just like the honorees who are here today, that have inspired us all
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Oneida County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Oneida County Circuit Court–Branch 1. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Patrick F. O’Melia’s resignation, effective Aug. 1, 2022. The new judge will complete
Kleefisch campaign: Rebecca for governor launches new TV ad “Serve and Protect”
[Waukesha, Wis.] – On Tuesday, Rebecca Kleefisch’s campaign for governor launched a new ad “Serve and Protect.” The ad features Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling discussing Wisconsin’s out-of-control crime and why he and other law enforcement officials are supporting Rebecca for governor.
WisDems: “Knives Out” – May 27
MADISON, Wis. — Welcome to “Knives Out”— Rebecca Kleefisch’s favorite phrase and a weekly roundup of the infighting between the radical Republicans running for Wisconsin governor. The GOP is locked in a heated and brutal primary for governor, where Rebecca Kleefisch,
One Nation: Continues advocacy effort urging Senator Johnson to keep fighting inflation
WASHINGTON — One Nation, a public policy organization dedicated to promoting commonsense legislative solutions, continued its previously-announced advocacy effort in Wisconsin urging Senator Ron Johnson to keep fighting the reckless government spending that is fueling rampant inflation. The new advertisement, “Everybody,”
Evers campaign: New television ads highlight Evers doing the right thing for small businesses
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers’ re-election campaign launched new ads highlighting small businesses across the state that received vital help from the governor’s business relief programs. The ads are part of the campaign’s previously-announced $3.5 million statewide buy. The
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin: Endorses Governor Tony Evers for reelection
“PPAWI is proud to endorse Governor Tony Evers’ reelection campaign. During his first term in office, Governor Evers has shown the people of Wisconsin exactly who he is: a champion for women’s health and a leader who will fight to
WisDems: Wisconsin senior blasts “the Republican party’s anti-senior agenda”
MADISON, Wis. – This weekend, Richard Sicchio, a retired Wisconsinite, penned an op-ed in the Milwaukee Courier blasting Republican politicians for proposing an agenda that could sunset Social Security and Medicare. Key Points: Milwaukee Courier | The Republican Party’s Anti-Senior Agenda For over three
American Dairy Coalition: Seeks answers from Sec. Vilsack on pricing changes, hearing criteria
GREEN BAY, Wis. American Dairy Coalition sent a letter this week to U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack seeking answers, dairy farmer representation, working group formation, and action on a national federal milk pricing hearing. The letter also addresses the industry discussion
Kleefisch campaign: Rebecca Kleefisch issues Memorial Day statement
[Waukesha, Wis.] – Wisconsin candidate for governor and former Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch issued the following statement Monday in honor of Memorial Day: “Today, we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Freedom has its price, and
Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: Statement on Memorial Day
MILWAUKEE, WI – The following is the statement of Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley in observance of Memorial Day. “We honor the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our county. It is because of their service
Waupun Mayor Bishop: Endorsed Sam Kaufman for Fond du Lac County Executive
Waupun– Waupun Mayor Rohn Bishop announced last week that he is endorsing Sam Kaufman for Fond du Lac County Executive. “Sam is good guy with an awesome family. He has good values, and cares about Fond du Lac County. Sam will
Rep. Considine: Applauds investment in meat processing industry
MADISON – This week, Governor Evers and the Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced the creation of the Meat and Poultry Supply Chain Resiliency Grant Program. This program will provide grants of up to $150,000 to meat processors in
America First Policy Institute: Statement from AFPI President and CEO Brooke Rollins on Memorial Day
WASHINGTON, D.C.— AFPI’s President and CEO, Brooke Rollins, released the following statement on Memorial Day: “This Memorial Day, America honors the heroic warriors who laid down their lives for their country and the cause of freedom. Across our Nation, Americans
Sen. Cowles: Applauds new sexual assault kit tracking database
GREEN BAY– Senator Robert Cowles (R-Green Bay) released the following statement in support of this week’s announcement that the sexual assault kit tracking database, known as Track-Kit, is now active: “Years’ worth of advocacy by Senator Darling and I have
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Introduces legislation to protect American sovereignty against World Health Organization
WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced the “No WHO Pandemic Preparedness Treaty Without Senate Approval Act” to require that any convention or agreement resulting from the work of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) intergovernmental negotiating body be
Rep. Pope: GOP calls for arming educators, ignores lifesaving reform
MADISON— Following the recent school shooting in Ulvade, Texas in which 21 innocent lives were lost, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos has renewed his support for arming educators, thus creating a confining, prisonlike school setting. Speaker Vos recently stated that putting
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment on Green Tier contract with 3M Menomonie
MENOMONIE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a proposed Green Tier contract with 3M in Menomonie, Wisconsin, to transition the company to Tier 2 of the Green Tier program. The DNR welcomes comments from 3M’s customers,
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Senator Baldwin, colleagues introduce legislation to bolster made in America solar manufacturing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin introduced the Reclaiming the Solar Supply Chain Act to expand the solar manufacturing supply chain in the U.S., create good paying jobs, and support our country’s transition to cheaper renewable energy. “Investing in Made in America solar