WisDems: Senator admits Republicans would not lower prescription drug costs
Admission is the Latest Plank in Republicans’ Agenda of Tax Hikes and Raised Premiums MADISON, Wis. – Yesterday, Republican Senator Chuck Grassley admitted that a Republican-controlled Senate would not take action on lowering drug prices, saying “If we want
Sen. Jacque: Public safety legislation signed into law
Latest installment of the Public Safety Package protects state corrections agents and their families MADISON, WI… State Sen. André Jacque (R-De Pere) today had another bill in his Public Safety Package signed into law, an initiative extending state legal protections
Rep. Steineke: Three more racial disparities bills become law
MADISON – State Representative Jim Steineke (R-Kaukauna) celebrated three more recommendations from the Speaker’s Task Force on Racial Disparities becoming law today. The signing of these bills – Assembly Bill 329, Assembly Bill 333, and Assembly Bill 335 – brings to total number of reforms adopted from
WisDems: Says health care is on the ballot in 2022 as GOP strives to repeal ACA
MADISON, Wis. — One year ago, President Biden signed Democrats’ American Rescue Plan into law, expanding affordability measures and reducing health care costs for over 212,000 Wisconsinites. It’s no surprise that Republican Ron Johnson voted against this critical relief –
Gov. Evers: Signs 10 bills to promote public safety, support crime victims and survivors
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed 10 bills to promote public safety and support crime victims, survivors, and their families. “We’re continuing our work to keep our kids, our families, and our communities safe. The bills I’m signing today will assist
UW-Green Bay: Institute for Women’s Leadership supports area women with special evening of networking, resources and inspiration
Green Bay, Wis—The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay’s Institute for Women’s Leadership is hosting an evening supporting Northeast Wisconsin women at all stages of their careers on Thursday, April 14, 2022 from 4 to 8 p.m. at The Weidner. “Celebrate 2022:
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Says Democrats won’t admit it’s their policies causing harm
WASHINGTON—This week, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Fox Business’ “Kudlow” and “Fox Business Tonight” as well as Newsmax’s “Spicer & Co.” to discuss Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s address to Congress and the consequences of Biden’s failed leadership. The interviews can
Rep. Kind: Votes for bipartisan bill to suspend normal trade relations with Russia and Belarus, further punish Putin
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind cosponsored and voted for bipartisan legislation to suspend normal trade relations with Russia and Belarus. “Yesterday, my colleagues and I heard directly from President Zelensky in a powerful virtual address to Congress. The Ukrainian people continue to
Power to the Polls Wisconsin: Plans to host canvassing event, launch renewed push to engage, educate voters after ballot box ban
Coalition of Voters, Clergy, Advocates, Joined by Acting Mayor Johnson, Unite for Day of Action Educating, Engaging Black Voters Milwaukee, WI – Members of Power to the Polls Wisconsin are hosting a community kick-off and canvass event Saturday, March 19
Thomas More Society: Attorneys act to stop absentee ballots for April 5, 2022 spring election sent to incapacitated “No Vote” individuals
(March 17, 2022 – Madison, Wisconsin) The mayor and city clerk of Madison, Wisconsin, are being accused of election bribery in a complaint filed March 17, 2022, in the State of Wisconsin before the Elections Commission. Thomas More Society attorneys acted on
WisDems: “Knives Out” — March 17th
A Weekly Roundup of the Hot Mess That Is the Republican Primary for Governor MADISON, Wis. — Welcome to “Knives Out”— Rebecca Kleefisch’s favorite phrase and a weekly roundup of the infighting between the radical Republicans running for
American Oversight: Argues Speaker Vos should be found in contempt of court in election records case
Madison, WI — On Wednesday, nonpartisan watchdog group American Oversight filed a brief in Dane County Circuit Court outlining the reasons why Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and others should be held in contempt of court for failing to comply with an
Milwaukee Ald. Dimitrijevic: Releases statement on paid parental leave gaining traction throughout Southeastern Wisconsin
Today Milwaukee County’s Finance Committee unanimously approved of a resolution to establish a paid parental leave program of eight weeks for County employees. As the lead sponsor of the City’s paid parental leave ordinance, I was honored to submit testimony
Wisconsin Technical College System: Releases statement from system President Dr. Morna K. Foy on Governor Evers’ investment in community safety
MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Technical College System thanks Governor Evers for the $1 million investment for part-time law enforcement academies. The global pandemic has reinforced both the importance of, and the need for, high quality law enforcement professionals in Wisconsin.
Nelson campaign: ‘Johnsonomics’ strikes again in Koch Bros. closure of 120-year-old Green Bay paper mill
“It’s a game of screwing workers, busting unions and racing to the bottom for wages and benefits.” Appleton, Wis. – Outagamie County Executive and pro-labor U.S. Senate candidate Tom Nelson condemned the union-busting closure of the 120-year-old Day Street paper
WisDems: Ron Johnson’s campaign promise: I’m going to take away your health care and raise your taxes
MADISON, Wis. — Ron Johnson has made clear that should he win a third term, his top priorities are going to be raising taxes on 32% of Wisconsinites, as well repealing the Affordable Care Act and ending protections for people
Dept. of Revenue: With tax season in final weeks, what to know before and after filling
MADISON – The April 18 individual income tax filing deadline is one month away. Taxpayers who already filed and are receiving a refund may track their refund’s status on the Where’s My Refund page of the Wisconsin Department of Revenue’s (DOR) website at revenue.wi.gov.
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Joins colleagues to introduce bill to end US dependence on Chinese-manufactured pharmaceuticals
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As first reported by the Daily Caller, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), alongside Reps. Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Liz Cheney (R-WY), Ted Budd (R-NC), Vicky Hartzler (R-MO), and Bill Posey (R-TN), today introduced the Protecting our Pharmaceutical Supply Chain from China Act, which would
UW-Whitewater: Announces 2022 alumni award recipients
Five alumni who have achieved significant professional and community service success are being honored as the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater celebrates its 154th anniversary. The 2022 class of alumni award honorees include graduates with careers in education, communication, accounting, human resources