Darrin Madison Jr.

Court Hands a Lifeline to Americorps But Its Future Uncertain

Wisconsin has 25 AmeriCorps programs. 'Things are just very confusing.'

Reps. Margaret Arney and Darrin Madison Urge Joint Finance Committee to Reinstate Essential Lead Abatement Funding

Rep. Madison Opposes Republicans’ Misguided, Unhelpful Workforce Development Proposals

Transformational Green Amendment Will Protect Wisconsin’s Environment for All Current and Future Generations

All People in Wisconsin Have the Right to a Safe and Stable Climate

Rep. Madison Rejects Legislative Republicans’ Attacks on Trans Wisconsinites

Rep. Madison Suggests a Refocus on Real Community Needs and Support

Rep. Sequanna Taylor’s State Budget Listening Session Tonight

Rep. Maxey and Rep. Madison Introduce Bipartisan Legislation in Response to the Partial Parking Structure Collapse at Bayshore Mall

Rep. Madison Supports State Protections Against Federal Funds Freeze

He Joins Freshman Legislators’ in Their Call for Bold, Preemptive Action to Protect Wisconsinites

Farmers, Chefs Call For Climate Action at James Beard Foundation Event

A roundtable discussion this week on climate change's impact on local industries.

Legislative Republicans Continue Their Decades-Long Attacks on Wisconsin’s Public Schools

Rep. Madison Rejects Republican Bills Disrupting Local Control Over Public Education

Suicide Prevention Program Expands in Honor of Jonathan Brostoff

Friendship Circle plans 41 free trainings across the state to honor late alderman.

Rep. Madison Joins Legislative Effort to Protect Immigrant Communities in Wisconsin

Broad Coalition Opposes New Immigration Enforcement Facility

City, county and state officials, community and business leaders condemn ICE proposal.

Rep. Madison Believes Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention Creates an Opportunity to Invest in Community

Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus Meets to Select 2025-2026 Officers

Restoration of Collective Bargaining Rights is a Monumental Victory for Wisconsin’s Public Employees

Wisconsin’s Gun Laws Get a ‘C’ Grade, Milwaukee Leaders Want That To Change

Despite being on a downward trend, the city has seen more than 100 homicides already this year

Advocates Want An Ombudsman For Wisconsin’s Prisons, The State Has Other Plans

Department of Corrections pursuing outside contractor. Lawmakers could complicate both options.

Should Wisconsin Prisons Have Independent Oversight?

19 states have a prison ombudsman. Oversight could improve prisons, reduce lawsuits.

Despite Decline in Reported Crime, Wisconsin’s Prison Population Is Surging

Crowding is impacting the safety at state's aging prisons. Advocates, opponents talk solutions, pitfalls.

Drake Defeats Myers For State Senate Seat

Dora Drake will replace Lena Taylor in Wisconsin State Senate.

Dora Drake Wins Unusual Special Election

She'll serve remainder of Lena Taylor's term as state senator, but can't leave campaign trail.

Dora Drake Defeats Myers For State Senate Seat

Drake wins first of two races to replace Lena Taylor. Election has attempted disruptions.

High Stakes, Low Turnout Special Election Tuesday

State senate race pits Dora Drake vs. LaKeshia Myers to replace Lena Taylor.

Mayor, Democrats Target Rep. Ryan Clancy

Why are they opposing incumbent Democrat? In a word, they hate him.

Climate Justice in the Lincoln Creek Greenway

Activists and neighborhood residents seek to restore urban tributary.

Transformational Green Amendment Will Protect Wisconsin’s Environment for All Current and Future Generations

All People in Wisconsin Should Have the Right to a Safe and Stable Climate

Rep. Madison Introduces Legislation to Increase State Social Security Payments for the First Time in 30 Years

Rep. Madison Introduces Bipartisan Legislation in Response to the Partial Parking Structure Collapse at Bayshore Mall

Legislators Raise Limits on Personal Property After Prisoner Denied Bible

Two Assembly Democrats oppose bill, saying it won't actually help prison inmates.

Wisconsin Lawmakers Call for Gaza-Israel Ceasefire

Nationwide, about 180 state and local officials have signed on to a letter to the Biden administration organized by Jewish Voice for Peace

Sen. Larson joins national call to Pres. Biden for ceasefire in Gaza

Should National Guard Be Sent to State’s Prisons?

Some advocates pushing Gov. Evers to use guards to relieve staffing shortage.

Democrats Say Bills Would Create Better Standards For Jails, Prisons

17-bill package would establish minimum standards for living standards.

Marisabel Cabrera Brings Experience and Dedication to Circuit Court Campaign

Rep. Madison Explains Leave of Absence on Tuesday, October 17th

Bill Would Allow New Bars To Offer Indoor Cigar, Pipe Smoking

City of Milwaukee could support the bill, but raised questions over regulation.

Jewish Voice for Peace–Milwaukee’s Statement in Support of Rep. Clancy’s and Rep. Madison’s Conscientious Objection to AJR 82

Democrats Push Again to Legalize Marijuana

State Sen. Agard cites broad support, polls showing 70% in state favor it.

Two Candidates Running for Clancy’s County Board Seat

Clancy won't say if he will seek reelection in 2024, despite fellow DSA member filing to run.

Bipartisan Bill Allows Pharmacists To Prescribe Birth Control

Shortage of primary-care doctors in many parts of state limits access to birth control.

Capitol Has New Generation of Leaders

44% of Legislature's 132 members changed in last four years.

Republicans Double Down on Wisconsin’s Mass Incarceration and Crime Problems

AB 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, and 70 are punitive bills that play into Republicans' tough-on-crime political theater while making our communities less safe.

Assembly Passes School Crime, Conversion Therapy Bills

Bill provides no funding for school resource officers. Democrats oppose both bills.

Statement on the Partial Parking Structure Collapse at Bayshore Town Center

Caucus Kicks Off Black History Month

'Black history is American history,' says a member of the Legislative Black Caucus.

Wisconsin Legislature Has First Socialist Caucus In 90 Years

Newly-elected representatives Darrin Madison and Ryan Clancy think they are just the first of new wave.

Milwaukee DSA Celebrates Historic Wins on Tuesday Night

State Has Many Uncontested Legislative Races

Why newcomers Ryan Clancy on East Side, Dave Maxey in New Berlin face no opponent.

Milwaukee DSA Celebrates Historic Electoral Victory

Darrin Madison and Ryan Clancy are ready to raise expectations in the Wisconsin State Assembly

Darrin Madison Wins Assembly Race Over Kennedy

Madison, Clancy will join Assembly with backing of Democratic Socialists of America.

2022 Milwaukee County Primary Election Results

Sheriff, Clerk of Circuit Court, a State Assembly seat and a council race.

10th Assembly District Race

Voters in the northeast corner of Milwaukee, Shorewood and Glendale will elect a new state representative.

Ryan Clancy Launches Campaign For State Assembly

County supervisor is backed by Rep. Brostoff, who he is running to replace.

Statement from Darrin Madison – Milwaukee County Board, District 10 Candidate

Election Result & Next Steps – 10th District County Board Supervisor Race

2021 Spring General Election Results

Races for circuit court judge, school board and county supervisor.

Milwaukee DSA to host election watch / reaction event featuring Kelley, Brower and Madison Jr.

Guide to Candidates in Spring Election

State Superintendent, Circuit Court Judge, County Board and School Board races on ballot.

2021 Spring Primary Election Results

Unofficial totals from the City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County for the February 16th primary.

Milwaukee DSA congratulates Kelley, Brower and Madison Jr.

20,000 knocked doors propel the entire Socialist Slate to April 6th general election

Milwaukee Democratic Socialists of America endorses Darrin Madison Jr.

DSA slate of candidates now includes three candidates on two boards

What’s On the Mind of Voters

Reporters asked residents across the city. Here’s what they said.