Politics
Republican Inaction on Gun Safety Fails Wisconsin
Governor Evers and legislative Democrats focus on safety while Republicans play politics
Nov 7th, 2019 by Dianne HesselbeinRepublicans Ignore 80 Percent of Wisconsinites, Majority of Gun Owners, Refuse to Take Up Gun Safety Reform
Despite overwhelming public support for these proposals—including the support of the majority of Wisconsin gun owners—Republicans ignored the will of the people and refused to take up the bills.
Nov 7th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversSen. Fitzgerald Stands Up for Second Amendment, Ends Evers’ Special Session on Gun Control
"I’ve said all along that the Senate would not go along with the governor’s plans for this special session."
Nov 7th, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Scott FitzgeraldGov. Evers’ Statement on Republicans’ Failed Veto Overrides
"Republicans are clearly more interested in playing politics than getting anything done for the people of our state..."
Nov 7th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversSupervisor Taylor Recognizes Advocates for Domestic Violence and Breast Cancer Awareness
"It is important for us to lift up the work those who advocate for survivors of traumatic experiences."
Nov 7th, 2019 by Sup. Sequanna TaylorRepublicans Fail to Prioritize the Safety of Wisconsinites
“It’s time for Republicans to prioritize the safety of Wisconsinites.”
Nov 7th, 2019 by State Sen. LaTonya JohnsonEvery Day of Inaction Is One Day Closer to a Preventable Mass Shooting
Republicans Ignore Public Pleas for Action on Gun Violence
Nov 7th, 2019 by State Sen. Jennifer ShillingWeishan Measure Allows County Employees Time Off to Work at Polling Locations
"We shouldn't be penalizing county employees who want to work at polling sites on Election Day."
Nov 7th, 2019 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.Climate and Economic Equity Taskforce Co-chairs Announce Members, Set First Meeting for Nov. 11
"I'm confident that my colleagues on the taskforce share my sense of enthusiasm and urgency, and I know we're all eager to roll up our sleeves and get to work."
Nov 7th, 2019 by Sup. Supreme Moore OmokundeGov. Evers Appoints Randy Romanski as Interim DATCP Secretary
Romanski has held leadership roles across various Wisconsin state agencies, and previously served as DATCP deputy secretary and secretary under former Gov. Jim Doyle.
Nov 7th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversArmistice Day program features speakers on veterans health care, nuclear disarmament
The event is free and open to the public.
Nov 6th, 2019 by Veterans for Peace