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GOP Once Bypassed Governor on Redistricting
That was in 1960s and high court struck it down. Will we see repeat of this battle next year?
Oct 12th, 2020 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin’s Long History As Swing State
For more than 100 years the state’s political pendulum has swung back and forth.
May 26th, 2020 by Laurel White
State Tourism Leader Says Don’t Travel
Pandemic risk too great now, state “secretary of fun” says, but hoping for a tourism rebound.
May 26th, 2020 by Steven Walters
Tia Nelson Considers the 50th Earth Day
Started in 1970 by her father, Sen. Gaylord Nelson. Climate change the key challenge, she says.
Apr 22nd, 2020 by Melissa Ingells
Wisconsin SBDC celebrates 40 years of helping businesses
Support from UW System universities integral to success
Mar 2nd, 2020 by University of Wisconsin System
State Treasurer Backs Climate-Friendly Investing
“We believe in science” and “investment in renewable energy," Godlewski declares.
Aug 23rd, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Earth Day
"It is important on Earth Day and every day to recommit to our goal of an environmentally sustainable future."
Apr 22nd, 2019 by State Rep. Dianne Hesselbein
Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes Release Joint Statement Commemorating Earth Day
"Earth Day is a time to be thankful for our planet and the natural resources it provides us."
Apr 22nd, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
DNR Must Stop Coal Pollution
We Energies pollutes Lake Michigan, adding to toxic mercury levels harmful to babies.
Feb 14th, 2019 by Carl Lindner
Bipartisan Stewardship Fund Will Expire
Largest initiative in state history has protected large tracts of land, but now imperiled.
Feb 1st, 2019 by Spencer Black
Lame Duck Mischief Defamed the State
Walker opted to divide and conquer up until last day in office.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Spencer Black
Land Trust Groups Work on Conservation
State’s 46 land trusts boast 25,000 members, have protected 538,000 acres in Wisconsin.
Oct 4th, 2018 by John Torinus
The Wild Splendor of Our Rivers
How state streams like the Namekagon were saved. And how state Republican policies are hurting them.
Sep 2nd, 2018 by Spencer Black
John McCain and Republican Values
He’s a patriot and man of character. Contrast this to Trump, Vukmir and Nicholson.
May 24th, 2018 by Spencer Black
How Can We Protect Our Water?
Hire back the DNR scientists and inspectors and let them do their work.
Apr 22nd, 2018 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Why Earth Day is Important
A Wisconsin creation, by Gaylord Nelson, and a reminder of conservation legacy being squandered.
Apr 20th, 2018 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
The Unique Candidacy of Mike McCabe
And why his campaign for governor is attracting an army of volunteers.
Mar 23rd, 2018 by Geoff Davidian
Walker’s Speech Ignores the Environment
Not one word or update about environment in State of the State speech. Why?
Jan 26th, 2018 by James Rowen
The Legacy of Marc Raskin
Remembering the Milwaukee native, Nixon “enemy” and leading liberal policy wonk.
Jan 3rd, 2018 by Bill Kaplan
What Happened to Wisconsin?
Decades of bipartisan commitment to protecting environment have been abandoned. Why?
Oct 12th, 2017 by State Sen. Mark Miller
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Celebrates 46th Anniversary of Earth Day
"We must maintain local control of our natural resources so that communities are able to protect their own quality of life."
Apr 22nd, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Wisconsin Leads in Climate Change Study
Even as state agencies censor the issue, UW is national leader in its research.
Jan 31st, 2017 by Kari Lydersen
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Announces She Will Oppose the Confirmation of Scott Pruitt for EPA Administrator
“I cannot support an EPA nominee who refuses to see, and denies, the impact of climate change...”
Jan 26th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
The Wisconsin That Was
Artist Terese Agnew’s powerful exhibit celebrates, laments state’s progressive past.
Jan 20th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Celebrates Earth Day 2016
Since taking office, the county executive has prioritized environmental activism in every department, from Parks to Transportation to Facilities Management.
Apr 22nd, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on the 46th Anniversary of Earth Day
"The Republican Party still refuses to even acknowledge climate change is real, let alone do something about it."
Apr 22nd, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Leonard Zubrensky remembered for reviving Democratic Party
Jun 26th, 2015 - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Bill Glauber
Earth Day or April Fools Day?
"The wealth of the nation is its air, water, soil, forests, minerals, rivers, lakes, oceans, scenic beauty, wildlife habitats and biodiversity… that’s all there is."
Apr 24th, 2015 by State Rep. Chris Taylor
On Earth Day, Representative Lisa Subeck Proudly Stands Up for Wisconsin’s Natural Resources
Republican budget would do serious harm to our state’s outdoor heritage
Apr 22nd, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
The Capitol’s Biggest Soap Opera?
An obscure state agency that could loan money to Bucks arena is beset by squabbling.
Apr 13th, 2015 by Steven Walters
The Importance of Earth Day
Take your cue from our former Senator Gaylord Nelson. Your actions can make a difference.
Apr 25th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
“Forward thinking and broadly focused” environmental legislation needed, says Brostoff
Jonathan Brostoff, candidate for Assembly District 19, released a statement in observance of Earth Day:
Apr 22nd, 2014 by State Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
How Earth Day Turned America Green
Exactly 43 years ago, the first Earth Day, founded by Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson, launched a national movement.
Apr 22nd, 2013 by Bill Christofferson
“Groundbreaking” for Bridge
It’s not really a groundbreaking without a shovel, so Cecelia Gilbert of the Department of Public Works brought five well-used, albeit ceremonial, spades to the Thursday 27 May event celebrating the beginning of construction of the Holton Marsupial Bridge. Obliging dignitaries, sensing a photo-op, grabbed the shovels and pantomimed digging them into the asphalt pavement […]
May 31st, 2004 by Michael Horne
Clark Picks Up Two State Endorsements
Two of Wisconsin’s elder statespeople jumped on the Wesley Clark for President bandwagon recently. Former alderman, secretary of state and attorney Vel Phillips, who most recently issued the oath of office to Acting Mayor Marvin Pratt says she backs the Arkansas general for president. With her support, she joins such black leaders as Charles Rangel […]
Feb 2nd, 2004 by Michael Horne
Why Businesses Are Attacking The State’s Freeway Plan
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation's latest freeway project could "virtually suffocate downtown Milwaukee," a letter from the Downtown Business Improvement District complains.
Sep 12th, 2001 by Bruce Murphy
