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Sen. Johnson Votes to Support the Laken Riley Act
Sen. Johnson Honors October 7 Victims, Reaffirms Unwavering Support for Israel
Op Ed: Liz Cheney Opposes Rep. Van Orden
Op Ed

Liz Cheney Opposes Rep. Van Orden

She opposes Republican congressman because he was at U.S. Capitol on January 6.

Trump Nominated, Running Mate Chosen on First Day of RNC

Trump Nominated, Running Mate Chosen on First Day of RNC

Quickly nominating Trump, approving his platform and VP candidate, U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance.

The State of Politics: Ziegler Still Pushing for Courts Security Agency
The State of Politics

Ziegler Still Pushing for Courts Security Agency

Chief Justice warns that courts must do a better job handling mentally ill offenders.

Senator Baldwin, Colleagues Call for Immediate Action to Support Ukraine
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Senator Baldwin, Colleagues Call for Immediate Action to Support Ukraine

As Russia bombs hospitals, schools, churches, and homes, Senators push to support Ukrainian people against Putin’s illegal war

Gallagher Won’t Challenge Baldwin for US Senate

Gallagher Won’t Challenge Baldwin for US Senate

A blow to GOP leaders who saw congressman as best shot to defeat Democrat in 2024.

Murphy’s Law: Is Baldwin Vulnerable? Or Unbeatable?
Murphy’s Law

Is Baldwin Vulnerable? Or Unbeatable?

The pundits disagree. And who is the likely Republican opponent?

Murphy’s Law: Will The Real Paul Ryan Stand Up?
Murphy’s Law

Will The Real Paul Ryan Stand Up?

What his tarnished stature as Fox News board member reveals about the once golden GOP leader.

Murphy’s Law: Age of Voters Will Decide Election
Murphy’s Law

Age of Voters Will Decide Election

Key fact: a vast difference in political views between those under and over age 40.

Johnson Attacks Barnes For Security Costs

Johnson Attacks Barnes For Security Costs

Costs for Lt. Governor's security rose, but decisions for this made by state protection officers.

Data Wonk: Does Wisconsin Have Republicans With Integrity?
Data Wonk

Does Wisconsin Have Republicans With Integrity?

For instance, how about the four candidates for governor?

State Leaders React to Overturning of Roe

State Leaders React to Overturning of Roe

Republicans celebrate, Democrats say they are ‘heartbroken’

Investigation Continues in ’Targeted Killing’ of Judge

Investigation Continues in ’Targeted Killing’ of Judge

Accused killer’s list of targets included Gov. Evers, Mitch McConnell, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Back in the News: The NRA Loves Ron Johnson
Back in the News

The NRA Loves Ron Johnson

Wisconsin U.S. Senator has gotten $1.3 million in donations, just behind Mitch McConnell.

Op Ed: No Joy In Seeing Robin Vos Booed
Op Ed

No Joy In Seeing Robin Vos Booed

Assembly Speaker is jeered at Republican convention. Why? For upholding state law.

Data Wonk: What Do Voters Think About Abortion?
Data Wonk

What Do Voters Think About Abortion?

In Wisconsin and nationally, it depends on your partisan views and particularly, your religion.

Gov. Evers, Governors Urge Congress to Suspend Federal Gas Tax as Wisconsinites See Rising Costs at Gas Pumps
Press Release

Gov. Evers, Governors Urge Congress to Suspend Federal Gas Tax as Wisconsinites See Rising Costs at Gas Pumps

Governor calls for urgent congressional action as average gas price per gallon in Wisconsin nears $4

Sarah Godlewski’s Statement on Supreme Court Justice Breyer’s Retirement
Wisconsin Democrats Rally Behind President Biden’s Call for Voting Rights Legislation
Op Ed: The 10 Worst Politicians of 2021
Op Ed

The 10 Worst Politicians of 2021

The competition was really stiff this year, but here are the very worst.

Evers, Democratic Governors Push US Senate For Voting Rights Bill

Evers, Democratic Governors Push US Senate For Voting Rights Bill

Votes of 'Americans across the country will be suppressed,' 17 governors warn.

Gov. Evers, Sixteen Governors Urge Senate Action to Protect Voting Rights
Data Wonk: Bipartisan Consensus Backs Helping Afghan Allies
Data Wonk

Bipartisan Consensus Backs Helping Afghan Allies

But Trump, Tiffany, others on far right oppose helping settle Afghans in U.S.

Johnson Didn’t Read Infrastructure Bill

Johnson Didn’t Read Infrastructure Bill

Admits this on conservative TV show. One of 30 Republican senators who voted no.

Climate Change Is Already Unfolding in Wisconsin

Climate Change Is Already Unfolding in Wisconsin

The past decade was warmest, wettest on record. UN Report warns of irreversible climate change.

Op Ed: Scott Walker’s Right, Get Vaccinated Now
Op Ed

Scott Walker’s Right, Get Vaccinated Now

As variants cause new rise in COVID-19, more Republicans urging people to get the vaccine.

Data Wonk: How Trump Polarized Voters
Data Wonk

How Trump Polarized Voters

Part of shift in Republican Party but no GOP politician has same impact as Trump.

Data Wonk: How Republicans Are Misleading Donors
Data Wonk

How Republicans Are Misleading Donors

NRCC creates fake Trump fundraising letter filled with misleading information.

Murphy’s Law: Ron Johnson Looks Like Russian Tool
Murphy’s Law

Ron Johnson Looks Like Russian Tool

He once condemned Russia and Vladimir Putin. What explains the turnabout?

Biden Plan Cites State’s Infrastructure Needs

Biden Plan Cites State’s Infrastructure Needs

Wisconsin has 198 bridges and 1,949 miles of highway needing repair, big gaps in broadband coverage.

Op Ed: How Baldwin Fought For Retiree Pensions
Op Ed

How Baldwin Fought For Retiree Pensions

22,500 in Wisconsin, 1 million nationally faced massive cuts in their pensions.

Murphy’s Law: RonAnon Courts National Infamy
Murphy’s Law

RonAnon Courts National Infamy

Why all the conspiracy theories? It’s Ron Johnson’s calculated reelection strategy.

Op Ed: Make the Filibuster More Painful
Op Ed

Make the Filibuster More Painful

If Senate Democrats won’t end it, they could at least make it harder to do.

Op Ed: Federal Bill Combats Voter Suppression
Op Ed

Federal Bill Combats Voter Suppression

For the People Act seeks to assure that all people have an equal right to vote.

Ron Johnson Pushes Conspiracies Ahead of Possible Third Term

Ron Johnson Pushes Conspiracies Ahead of Possible Third Term

The Senator has become a controversial figure as opponents queue up to run against him.

Op Ed: The Lessons of Impeachment
Op Ed

The Lessons of Impeachment

Not much Republican courage. And lots of demagoguery from Ron Johnson.

Op Ed: Congress Should Approve Two More States
Op Ed

Congress Should Approve Two More States

It's time to make Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico states.

Johnson Joins Resolution for National School Choice Week
Tiffany Condemned Capitol Mob But Attended Rally

Tiffany Condemned Capitol Mob But Attended Rally

Attended closed-door “Save the Republic” rally calling for ‘war', but won’t release transcript of his speech.

Wisconsin Delegation Votes Party Line on Impeachment

Wisconsin Delegation Votes Party Line on Impeachment

Republicans voted against impeachment, Democrats for it.

Op Ed: Why No One Should Have Been Surprised
Op Ed

Why No One Should Have Been Surprised

It was all there in Trump’s words — going back years.

Op Ed: State Republicans Helped Fire Up Mob
Op Ed

State Republicans Helped Fire Up Mob

Johnson and state’s GOP congressmen, including Gallagher, all helped incite pro-Trump insurrection.

Wisconsin Political Leaders React to Capitol Storming

Wisconsin Political Leaders React to Capitol Storming

Though many supported Trump for years, all now condemn Capitol chaos he helped cause.

Back in the News: Foley Firm Faces Blowback on Trump Call
Back in the News

Foley Firm Faces Blowback on Trump Call

Criticism of Milwaukee firm whose partner Cleta Mitchell helped Trump effort to "find" votes in Georgia.

Back in the News: Gasp, Sykes Recants on Rojo
Back in the News

Gasp, Sykes Recants on Rojo

Stop the presses! Charlie Sykes has changed his view of Senator Ron Johnson.

Baldwin Joins Bipartisan Colleagues to Urge Passage of Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act
Baldwin, Colleagues Urge Robust Funding for State and Local Governments to Distribute COVID-19 Vaccines
Press Release

Baldwin, Colleagues Urge Robust Funding for State and Local Governments to Distribute COVID-19 Vaccines

Public health experts have estimated that a minimum of $8.4 billion is needed for COVID-19 vaccine distribution efforts

State Response To COVID-19 a Trainwreck, Pocan says

State Response To COVID-19 a Trainwreck, Pocan says

The congressman wants an end to the partisan battle over a COVID-19 relief bill.

Ron Johnson, Mitch McConnell and Senate Republicans Continue to Block Relief While Unemployment Numbers Remain Catastrophic
Press Release

Ron Johnson, Mitch McConnell and Senate Republicans Continue to Block Relief While Unemployment Numbers Remain Catastrophic

Release of new unemployment numbers underscores urgent need for new COVID relief package

Wisconsin Republicans Refuse to Recognize Election Results

Wisconsin Republicans Refuse to Recognize Election Results

Sen. Ron Johnson says there's "nothing" to congratulate Biden about.

Data Wonk: Can Biden Improve the Economy?
Data Wonk

Can Biden Improve the Economy?

Democratic presidents typically do better, but Biden will face an obvious challenge.

Murphy’s Law: How Suburban Voters Defeated Trump
Murphy’s Law

How Suburban Voters Defeated Trump

A decisive switch, both in Wisconsin and nationally.

Data Wonk: ‘Bleak Winter’ Coming for Wisconsin
Data Wonk

‘Bleak Winter’ Coming for Wisconsin

The numbers show COVID-19 exploding. True leadership is sorely needed.

Service Union Rallies To Get Out The Vote

Service Union Rallies To Get Out The Vote

“Our work is essential and so are our votes." Union seeks Trump's defeat, $15 minimum wage.

Peaceful Transfer of Power is the American Way
Op Ed: Supreme Court May End Affordable Care
Op Ed

Supreme Court May End Affordable Care

Killing the ACA is one reason Republicans are rushing to appoint Amy Coney Barrett to the court

Many Believe Fitzgerald Should Resign for Lack of COVID Response
Wisconsin 3rd Worst in Nation for COVID-19
AG Kaul Urges Congress to Adopt New Consumer Protections to Protect Airline Industry Customers
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on the U.S. Supreme Court Nomination and Senate Confirmation Process
Pence Says Trump Will Nominate RBG Replacement Saturday

Pence Says Trump Will Nominate RBG Replacement Saturday

The vice president announced this during a campaign tour of Wisconsin.

Biden In Manitowoc Rips Trump on Pandemic

Biden In Manitowoc Rips Trump on Pandemic

As cases surge in state, Democratic presidential candidate assails Trump’s handling of COVID-19.

Op Ed: RIP RBG. This Is Why We Fight
Op Ed

RIP RBG. This Is Why We Fight

Ginsburg was a bulwark against a reactionary tide. We must fight for her legacy.

Ron Johnson Flip-Flops On Supreme Court

Ron Johnson Flip-Flops On Supreme Court

In 2016, wouldn't take up Obama' nominee six months before presidential election, now will do it for Trump.

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Nomination and Senate Confirmation Process
Op Ed: Ron Johnson on the Warpath
Op Ed

Ron Johnson on the Warpath

Senator subpoenas dozens of Obama officials. Anything to get Trump reelected.

VIDEO: Baldwin, Local Wisconsin Leaders Call for More Federal Emergency Funding for State and Local Governments to Provide Essential Services
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces New Legislation to Support Millions of Americans Who Have Lost Health Insurance During COVID-19 Pandemic
Press Release

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces New Legislation to Support Millions of Americans Who Have Lost Health Insurance During COVID-19 Pandemic

Over Six Million Workers Have Lost Access to Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance During COVID-19 Pandemic

Op Ed: Wisconsin Must Accept Medicaid Expansion
Op Ed

Wisconsin Must Accept Medicaid Expansion

What better time to increase healthcare access than during a pandemic?

Baldwin, Colleagues Call for Long-Term Relief for 43 Million Student Loan Borrowers Amid Pandemic
Press Release

Baldwin, Colleagues Call for Long-Term Relief for 43 Million Student Loan Borrowers Amid Pandemic

Administration’s executive order to extend student loan relief still leaves millions of Americans behind

Baldwin, Graham Lead Bipartisan Effort to Protect Seniors from Scams During COVID-19 Pandemic
Press Release

Baldwin, Graham Lead Bipartisan Effort to Protect Seniors from Scams During COVID-19 Pandemic

Senators Pushing to Pass “Edith’s Bill” to Ensure Seniors Who Get Scammed are Paid Back

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin: Trump Needs to Start Working with Congress to Pass Bipartisan Legislation That Helps Wisconsin With Ongoing and Worsening Public Health and Economic Crisis
Palzewicz All-In on John Lewis Votings Rights Advancement Act
Op Ed: GOP-Controlled Senate Refuses to Act
Op Ed

GOP-Controlled Senate Refuses to Act

Democrats in the House passed a stimulus bill in May.

Baldwin, Colleagues Urge Senate to Reject Conditioning Federal Funds to Schools on Re-Opening In-Person
Op Ed: Congressional Republicans Fail Wisconsin
Op Ed

Congressional Republicans Fail Wisconsin

Democrats passed second pandemic relief bill in May. State’s GOP members continue to delay.

Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
Press Release

Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act

Senators Call on Majority Leader McConnell to hold vote on bipartisan bill that would restore the landmark Voting Rights Act

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Thanks Senator Tammy Baldwin for Support of Senate Resolution Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis
Press Release

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Thanks Senator Tammy Baldwin for Support of Senate Resolution Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis

Baldwin joined Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Cory Booker (D-NJ), and Kamala Harris (D-CA) to introduce a Senate Resolution to declare racism a public health crisis.

Wisconsin Politicians Split Down Party Lines on Unemployment

Wisconsin Politicians Split Down Party Lines on Unemployment

Dems want money in people's hands, Republican's don't.

Baldwin, Colleagues Urge Significant New, Flexible Funding for State and Local Governments
What Should Next Pandemic Aid Bill Include?

What Should Next Pandemic Aid Bill Include?

State’s Democrats, Republicans disagree on who needs federal help and how much is needed.

Baldwin, Colleagues Call for $32B in Transit Funding in Next COVID-19 Stimulus Package
Press Release

Baldwin, Colleagues Call for $32B in Transit Funding in Next COVID-19 Stimulus Package

As stay-at-home orders continue across the country, public transit agencies are faced with decline in ridership, steep revenue losses

Report: 8 Billionaires in Wisconsin See Net Worth Jump $14.2 Billion or 36.1% in First Three Months of COVID-19 Pandemic
Press Release

Report: 8 Billionaires in Wisconsin See Net Worth Jump $14.2 Billion or 36.1% in First Three Months of COVID-19 Pandemic

Meanwhile Wisconsinites, State & Local Governments Face Financial Hardship as Congress Stalls on New COVID-19 Financial Aid Package

45% in State Have Put Off Medical Care

45% in State Have Put Off Medical Care

Census Bureau survey also finds 21% may face loss of job income, 18% missed rent or mortgage payment.

Congress Battles Over Police Reform

Congress Battles Over Police Reform

Wisconsin delegation split along party lines over the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, Dems in favor, GOP oppose.

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Leads Call for HIV/AIDS Treatment and Prevention Funding in Next COVID-19 Response Package
Press Release

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Leads Call for HIV/AIDS Treatment and Prevention Funding in Next COVID-19 Response Package

Effort for increased HIV/AIDS funding comes as the nation observes tomorrow, June 27, as the 25th Anniversary of National HIV Testing Day

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls on President Trump to Take Action to Protect Workers & Produce Supplies for More Testing as COVID-19 Pandemic Continues
Press Release

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls on President Trump to Take Action to Protect Workers & Produce Supplies for More Testing as COVID-19 Pandemic Continues

"If President Trump cares about Wisconsin workers he won't let my legislation end up in Mitch McConnell's legislative graveyard."

Baldwin, Senate Democrats Call on President Trump, Leader McConnell to End Attacks on Dreamers and Bring Bipartisan House-Passed Dream & Promise Act to Floor for a Vote
Following SCOTUS Ruling, Senators Lead Push to Bring Equality Act to a Vote
Democrats Offer Major Police Reform Plan

Democrats Offer Major Police Reform Plan

Baldwin, Moore, Pocan push bill stressing transparency, accountability, banning chokeholds, racial profiling.

County Board Unanimously Supports Including Transitional Jobs Program in COVID-19 Relief
Op Ed: Ron Johnson Rolls Over For Trump
Op Ed

Ron Johnson Rolls Over For Trump

Firing of inspector generals undermines balance of power, Romney charges. No problem, Johnson says.

State Creating a Contact Tracing Army

State Creating a Contact Tracing Army

Goal of 1,000 tracers, librarians, National Guard members may be recruited.

Baldwin, Colleagues Urge Congressional Leaders to Support Vulnerable Students Amid Coronavirus Crisis
Senator Baldwin Calls for Funding for State Unemployment Agencies in Future Coronavirus-Related Legislation
Baldwin, Moore, Kind, Pocan Push for Expanded Food Assistance for Wisconsin in Coronavirus Relief Legislation
Press Release

Baldwin, Moore, Kind, Pocan Push for Expanded Food Assistance for Wisconsin in Coronavirus Relief Legislation

"As we face historic economic and social disruption during this pandemic, we must bolster the SNAP program and ensure access for those Wisconsinites who need food assistance."

Baldwin Leads Push for New Employment Program to Help Workers and Businesses Recover from COVID-19
Press Release

Baldwin Leads Push for New Employment Program to Help Workers and Businesses Recover from COVID-19

More than 22 million unemployment claims have been filed in the last four weeks

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls for Fixing and Funding Small Business Programs
Press Release

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Calls for Fixing and Funding Small Business Programs

SBA's Paycheck Protection Program is currently suspended due to lack of funds after two weeks of very high demand

Baldwin Leads Call for Emergency OSHA Standard to Protect Essential Workers in COVID-19 Response Legislation
Press Release

Baldwin Leads Call for Emergency OSHA Standard to Protect Essential Workers in COVID-19 Response Legislation

"If we do not mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace, it will continue to spread in the community and endanger the public at large"

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