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U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Votes For Bipartisan Amendment To Prevent President Trump From Starting An Unauthorized War With Iran
Today, the Senate votes on a bipartisan amendment that would prohibit funds from being used for military action against Iran without explicit authorization from Congress
Jun 28th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Democrats Now The Free Trade Party?
Attitudes of the two parties seem to be flip-flopping on this issue.
Jun 26th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
MacIver Institute Applauds President Trump’s Efforts To Improve Health Care Price Transparency
"When patients don’t know what they will be paying for a procedure, whether through insurance or out-of-pocket, there is no downward pressure on prices that is usually part of a healthy market."
Jun 26th, 2019 by MacIver Institute
Senators Baldwin, Casey, Murphy Warn That ACA and Medicaid Attacks Will Undermine Efforts to Lower Drug Costs for Families
Senators Send Letter to President Trump on His So-Called Commitment to lowering Drug Costs
Jun 21st, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
DNC Emphasizing Security, Inclusivity for 2020 Convention
CEO of next year’s 2020 committee says he wants the world to see Milwaukee as locals do.
Jun 20th, 2019 by Dave Fidlin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Works to Keep Blackwell Job Corps Center Open
Trump administration withdraws plan to close the successful Northwoods job training program that has served Forest County since 1964
Jun 20th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Can Democrats Win the State Assembly?
With right issues, it’s possible, even If districts are still gerrymandered.
Jun 19th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Baldwin, Casey Introduce Legislation to Restore Navigator Funding and Make It Easier for Americans to Sign Up for Quality, Affordable Health Insurance
The Trump administration has slashed funding for health care enrollment assistance by more than 80 percent
Jun 19th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Local Anti-War Protestors Keep Pushing
America has been at war since 2001. Local activists continue their call for peace.
Jun 18th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
DPW Chair to President Trump: “In 2020, the Badger Bites Back”
Wisconsin Democrats call out Trump's broken promises as the President officially kicks off re-election bid
Jun 17th, 2019 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
AG Kaul Seeks Preliminary Injunction Against Trump Administration to Stop Health Care Discrimination
This motion is part of an ongoing lawsuit that the coalition of 23 cities and states filed against HHS in May 2019.
Jun 17th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
WILL Sues to End Mandatory State Bar Membership, Dues
First Amendment protects speech, association rights of attorneys
Jun 17th, 2019 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Demands President Trump Release Details on Secret Agriculture Deal with Mexico
“Our Wisconsin dairy farmers and cheesemakers deserve honesty and the secrecy surrounding your claims should end.”
Jun 13th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Democratic Party of Wisconsin on Anniversary of Trump Calling His Own Health Care Bill “Mean”
On this day in 2017 Trump accidentally told the truth about his toxic health care agenda
Jun 13th, 2019 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces More Than $1 Million for Wisconsin Shipyard
Baldwin Secures Federal Grant to Support Fincantieri Marinette Marine
Jun 12th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Republican Grifters
Many fake right wing groups rip off donors. Why are conservatives more vulnerable?
Jun 12th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
AG Kaul Joins Amicus Brief Opposing the Federal Government’s Request for Emergency Stay of Preliminary Injunction in Sierra Club v. Trump
Wisconsin is part of a coalition of 20 states in a related lawsuit and has a direct interest in seeing the preliminary injunction maintained.
Jun 12th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Baldwin’s Bill Would Save Job Corps Centers
Trump Administration wants to close or privatize 120 job training centers for disadvantaged youth.
Jun 10th, 2019 by Rob Mentzer
Great Lakes Mayors Want Action on Asian Carp
Call on Congress to fund lock and dam to prevent carp from getting into Great Lakes.
Jun 8th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
Save America’s Most Popular Wilderness
Mining project threatens pure waters of Minnesota’s Boundary Waters, nation’s most visited wilderness area.
Jun 8th, 2019 by Tom Landwehr
The Republican Attack On “Socialism”
Ron Johnson and Trump lead the way. But beyond that word, things get murky.
Jun 5th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Repeal Criminal Abortion Law, Democrats Demand
Old law makes it a felony for doctors to perform abortions, could apply if Roe decision overruled.
Jun 5th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Trump Tariffs Killing Wisconsin
In just three years state changed from net exporter to suffering a massive trade deficit.
Jun 4th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
About That Climate Change Report
2011 report by 200 state scientists and experts made predictions Republicans are still ignoring.
Jun 3rd, 2019 by Steven Walters
Democrats Celebrate at State Convention
Evers, Baldwin speak on how to win: don’t “get down into the mud with Republicans.”
Jun 3rd, 2019 by Laurel White
Sen. Johnson Supports Mexico Tariffs
And he’s considering running for governor or a third term for senator in 2022.
Jun 2nd, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Pocan Reiterates Call for Congress to ‘Do Its Job’ and Start Impeachment Inquiry
"Special Counsel Mueller again reiterated the fact that his report did not clear President Trump and that it is Congress, not the Department of Justice, that would need to charge the President with committing a crime."
May 29th, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan
EPA Scientists Opposed Foxconn Ruling
Emails show senior EPA scientists complained smog exemption for company wasn’t supported by data.
May 28th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Why and When Flag Flies at Half-Staff
Wisconsin does it more often in recent years, 400 times since 9/11.
May 27th, 2019 by Michelle Johnson
City Shrinking, Says Census Bureau
Milwaukee region drops from 30th to 31st largest, passed by Austin area.
May 24th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Alderman Terry Witkowski Resigning
Barrett-ally stepping down. Witkowski's aide, Scott Spiker, has filed to run for his seat.
May 23rd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Foxconn Plays Politics for Trump?
Both Trump and its CEO need Foxconn to look successful for the 2020 election.
May 23rd, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Ranking the Top States
Many of the lowest ranked states supported Trump. Wisconsin was one exception.
May 22nd, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on Senate Republicans’ Obstruction of Vote to Protect People with Pre-Existing Conditions
Senate Republicans Support Trump’s Expansion of Junk Plans That Don’t Have to Cover Pre-Existing Health Conditions
May 22nd, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Fighting For Immigrants in Court
Immigrants without attorneys six times more likely to be deported. New program provides legal help.
May 21st, 2019 by Natalie Yahr
250 Donors Gave to Dubious Election Group
State donors gave to $15.4 million fund of ex-Trump campaign aide who spent 3% of money on candidates.
May 21st, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Pocan: The President Has Pushed Congress to a Point Where We Must Start an Impeachment Inquiry
"Regrettably, the President’s most recent actions and continued disrespect for the Constitution are forcing us down the road to impeachment."
May 21st, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan
The Surprising Strength of Obamacare
Health exchanges working better than ever, particularly for Trump supporters.
May 15th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Can Democrats Win Rural State Vote?
New York Times visits Colfax, WI, where Obama-Trump swing voters talk politics.
May 13th, 2019 by Gregory Humphrey
New Leaders at Republican State Convention
Ryan, Walker no longer key players, but focus remains on Trump 2020 victory.
May 13th, 2019 by Steven Walters
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Undo Tax Hike on Gold Star Families
“This bipartisan legislation is a much-needed fix to the 2017 law that unfairly raised taxes on these hardworking families.”
May 8th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Reintroduce Legislation to Combat the Opioid and Substance Use Epidemic
Endorsed by over 200 organizations, the CARE Act is the most ambitious legislation of its kind in Congress and would allocate $100 billion over 10 years
May 8th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Assembly Republicans Miss the Mark on Women’s Health
Republican-led Health Committee Hears Divisive Reproductive Health Bills as GOP Leadership Cuts Medicaid Expansion from Budget, Leaving “Healthy Women, Healthy Babies” Initiative Unfunded
May 7th, 2019 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce the American Cures Act and American Innovation Act
"As the granddaughter of an NIH-funded scientist, I have long championed strengthening our federal investments in Made in Wisconsin science and research."
May 6th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Sierra Club Opposes Removal of Critical Protections from Gray Wolves
Sen. Johnson hearing to support “delisting” is politically-motivated, will offer no solutions
May 3rd, 2019 by Sierra Club
Congressional Oversight, Not Impeachment
Mueller report alarming. Much still needs to be uncovered, clarified on Trump and Russia.
May 2nd, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
Mayor Wants Three Streetcar Extensions
Will request engineering study of extensions to Bronzeville and Walker's Point
May 1st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Legislation Expanding Access to Medicare
Choose Medicare Act Will Make Medicare Available to Individuals and Businesses
May 1st, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Evers Says He Has Clarity on Foxconn
Governor also blasts Republican rhetoric on abortion as “blasphemy.”
May 1st, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Waupaca County Opposes Gerrymandering
Conservative-leaning county’s board vote means 46 (of 72) state counties now favor non-partisan redistricting.
Apr 29th, 2019 by Matt Rothschild
Trump Comes to Wisconsin to Sell Record of Broken Promises
Wisconsinites have been deeply harmed by Trump's failures on health care and the economy
Apr 27th, 2019 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Trump Circus Comes to Town
Scott Walker Seeks Ride to Relevance in Clown Car
Apr 26th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Perez Sees Regional Impact For DNC Convention
Milwaukee’s 2020 convention will give Democratic Party springboard to organize Midwest.
Apr 24th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Walker’s Costly War on the Poor
Former governor’s “trampoline” for SNAP recipients is a high-cost failure, report finds
Apr 23rd, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
45 Counties Want to Ban Gerrymandering
Buffalo, Fond du Lac and Iowa counties are latest to pass resolutions demanding non-partisan redistricting.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
State’s Representatives Split on Mueller Report
Republicans, Democrats divided on what it says about Trump but most back transparency.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
Mount Pleasant Biggest Foxconn Loser?
Village incurred massive costs for Foxconn’s ever-smaller plant that it may never recoup.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Pocan Responds to William Barr’s Press Conference and Release of the Mueller Report
"The fact remains that at least 16 people involved in the President’s campaign had at least 102 contacts with representatives of the Kremlin..."
Apr 18th, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan
Wisconsin’s Disappearing Counties
Rural counties losing population. Immigrants would help -- and might be welcomed.
Apr 17th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces $1.5 Million in New Funding for Wisconsin Dairy Farmers
USDA grant funding announced after Senator Baldwin secured funding and bipartisan support for dairy business innovation activities
Apr 17th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Bernie Sanders Campaigns in Madison
“It is about all of us — not me, us — transforming this country.”
Apr 13th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
State Overtime Rule Could Help Workers
State could assure 120,000 employees left behind by federal rule get paid overtime.
Apr 12th, 2019 by Tamarine Cornelius
True Colors Show In State Capitol
Scott Fitzgerald could learn from Russ Feingold on how America’s government should be run.
Apr 11th, 2019 by Gregory Humphrey
Evers’ Approval, Disapproval Rises in Poll
But big majority in MU poll says Legislature not cooperating with governor and support him on most issues.
Apr 11th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Foxconn As High Comedy
Tech publication The Verge tries to figure out what Foxconn is actually doing here. LOL.
Apr 11th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
New Marquette Law School Poll finds little change in views of Trump as Mueller probe ends
Opinions shift on confidence in Mueller; on state issues, majorities support legal marijuana, higher special education spending, oppose increase in gas tax
Apr 10th, 2019 by Marquette University
What Is The Future of Health Care?
Who’s gained the most from ACA and why Medicare for All could be a trap.
Apr 10th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Trump Backer Running for Donovan’s Seat
Pentecostal church pastor Eduardo Loera latest to run for south side district where Ald. Donovan retiring.
Apr 10th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez
How to Win in 2020
Neubauer campaign shows what not to do. Democrats must broaden coalition.
Apr 9th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
City’s Spring Turnout Up 50% Since 2017!
Contrary to early report, Milwaukee actually had strong turnout for Supreme Court race.
Apr 8th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Helps Introduce Public Option for Affordable Care Act
As Trump Administration Renews Push for Total Affordable Care Act Repeal, Baldwin Supports Expanding Access to Quality Health Care
Apr 8th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Cross Still Hopes for New UWM Building
Legislature killed Evers capital budget but UW System still backs new funding, bonding authority for projects around state.
Apr 8th, 2019 by Rich Kremer
Bernie Sanders to Tour Midwest Battleground States
Sanders to hold rallies in Wisconsin, Michigan and Pennsylvania to highlight Democrats’ path to victory in 2020
Apr 8th, 2019 by Bernie Sanders
Attorney General Kaul Files Motion to Block President Trump from Diverting Funds and Resources for Construction of a Border Wall
"Funds that would typically go to Wisconsin shouldn’t be diverted because the President has chosen to disregard the separation of powers."
Apr 5th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Evangelicals Won Race for Hagedorn
And liberals made it happen by waving a red flag: ads decrying his anti-abortion, anti-gay views.
Apr 5th, 2019 by RT Both
10 Lessons of Supreme Court Race
Anger drives votes, media in decline, traditional judicial campaigns are dead, and more.
Apr 4th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Seeks to Gerrymander America
His new job: finance chair of national group opposing non-partisan redistricting.
Apr 3rd, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Conservative Judge Brian Hagedorn Wins Special Election to Wisconsin Supreme Court
Seven-Figure Investment by RSLC’s Judicial Fairness Initiative Overcomes Three-To-One Spending Edge by Democrat-Aligned Groups
Apr 3rd, 2019 by Republican State Leadership Committee
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and All Senate Democrats Introduce Resolution To Save Pre-Existing Condition Protections And Health Care For Millions
Senate Resolution Would Reverse Trump DOJ Decision To Support Striking Down Our Entire Health Care System
Apr 2nd, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
More Doubts About Foxconn Project
Compressed gravel base can’t support LCD fabrication plant. So what’s being built?
Apr 2nd, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Rep. Anderson Joins Amicus Brief Filed with Supreme Court Opposing the Citizenship Question on the Census
"The Trump Administration’s decision to include a citizenship question on the census does nothing but spark fear and disruption, especially for our minority communities."
Apr 2nd, 2019 by State Rep. Jimmy Anderson
Pocan Statement on President Trump Reversing Course on Eliminating Special Olympics Funding
“And by the way, can someone pull Betsy from under the bus?”
Mar 28th, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan
Who Are Those Education Reformers?
Are conservatives or liberals pushing for charter schools?
Mar 27th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Gov. Evers Plays Hardball
Too-nice Tony looks to beat the Republicans -- repeatedly -- at their own game.
Mar 26th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Pocan Calls on Attorney General to Release the Full Mueller Report
"The American people deserve the full truth behind the Special Counsel’s report and any attempts to censor it will be unacceptable."
Mar 25th, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan
We’re Not In Wisconsin Anymore
Climate change could make us more like Kansas, climate change projections show.
Mar 22nd, 2019 by Will Cushman
Trump Discusses WILL Lawsuit at White House
Free speech executive order prominently features WILL
Mar 22nd, 2019 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
Foxconn Pledges To Build Manufacturing Plant This Year
Company says it will break ground on one-million-square-foot plant this summer.
Mar 18th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Takes Moral Stand on Border Wall
The governor rightly calls attention to the plight of children ripped from the parental bonds.
Mar 16th, 2019 by Gregory Humphrey
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on Senate Vote to Terminate President Trump’s Declaration of a National Emergency
"Our Constitution is very clear that Congress has the power of the purse and President Trump can’t just steal the purse and spend money on whatever he wants."
Mar 14th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Reform to Protect Health Care and Social Services Workers from Workplace Violence
Legislation creates standard requiring health care and social service employers to implement workplace violence prevention plan and protect employees from violent incidents
Mar 14th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
What Milwaukee Means to Democrats
The city’s selection for Democratic Convention is symbolic. But of what?
Mar 14th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Kaul Joins Suit Challenging Border Emergency
Governor, Attorney General announce they're joining lawsuit alleging Trump is violating constitution.
Mar 14th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Gov. Tony Evers, Attorney General Josh Kaul Announce that Wisconsin Joins Multistate Lawsuit Challenging President Trump’s National Emergency
"The president’s declaration is reckless and unconstitutional."
Mar 13th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
How Walker, Trump Hurt Dairy Industry
Their policies helped fuel a dairy crisis.
Mar 13th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Senator Baldwin and Representative Pascrell Reintroduce Tax Reform to Close Tax Loophole for Millionaires and Billionaires on Wall Street
President Trump broke promise to close tax loophole. Legislation would end carried interest tax loophole for Wall Street hedge fund managers
Mar 13th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Pocan Charges ICE Is “Running Rogue”
Agency has greatly overstated crimes committed by detainees, his office found.
Mar 12th, 2019 by Laurel White
Nebraska Billionaire Loves Our Politicians
Marlene Ricketts, whose rich husband emails racist jokes, gave $1 million to state Republicans.
Mar 4th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Evers Withdraws National Guard From U.S. Border
No evidence of crisis, governor says. Vos condemns move.
Feb 26th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
