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Green New Deal would cost Wisconsin families over $40,000 per year, cripple agriculture industry

WILL partners with national policy organizations to estimate impact of Green New Deal to Wisconsin

Pocan Condemns Pompeo Deportation of Hmong People

DNCC Names Construction and Event Management Teams for 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee

Brett Blomme Announces Key Endorsement in Race for Judge

Progressive Champion, Congresswoman Gwen Moore endorses Blomme

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Theo Lipscomb for Milwaukee County Executive

Moore believes Theo is best suited to address needs of county

Congresswoman Moore Supports Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Improve Housing Conditions in Indian Country

"I am pleased to join my colleagues in introducing this legislation that respects Tribal sovereignty and meets our trust obligation to Native Americans by providing funding for low-income housing."

Congresswoman Moore Supports Decision to Move Forward with Articles of Impeachment

"Trump engaged in an unprecedented abuse of power for personal political gain, at the expense of our national security and the integrity of our elections."

End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin Applauds Congresswoman Gwen Moore for Introduction of Bill to Reauthorize Family Violence Prevention and Services Act

FVPSA supports direct services to survivors and their families, including under-served populations, American Indian and Alaska Native communities, and territories.

Rep. Moore Statement on Acid Attack in Milwaukee

"I am sending my deepest sympathies to Mahud Villalaz and his family."

Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee Partners with Northwestern Mutual for Three Historic Summits

Host Committee opens community application for “Ensuring Economic Equity” summit, set for Nov. 22

Rep. Gwen Moore Leads Letter to the FDA, Urging Action on the Influx of Toxic Chemicals Found in Baby Food

"These disturbing findings betray the trust of American families, who rely on baby’s food to provide adequate nutrition that benefits their wellbeing."

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Hosts Round Table with Constituents, Community Advocates, About High Prescription Drug Costs

“The first thing on our agenda when we return from this October recess is to pass the prescription drug bill that I’ve described.”

Milwaukee awarded $5.6 million HUD grant to protect children and families from lead hazards in the home

City of Milwaukee identified as a priority area to address lead and other home health hazards

One Year Out: Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee Releases Video to Mark Countdown to Democratic National Convention

Video highlights diverse city undergoing economic transformation

NO STUDIOS Presents Inaugural Dance Fest July 19-20

Two-day event to feature dancers from New York-based Ailey II, Joined by Six Milwaukee Area Dance Companies, Performing together for the first time.

NO STUDIOS Presents Inaugural Dance Fest July 19-20

Two-day event to feature dancers from New York-based Ailey II, Joined by Six Milwaukee Area Dance Companies, Performing together for the first time.

Sensenbrenner and Moore Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Advance Gastrointestinal Research

County Health Committee Advances Supervisor Dimitrijevic’s Doula Initiative

"It is revolutionary and a great win for women's healthcare that we are partnering with the city to put public funding towards birth support in Milwaukee for mothers who need it most."

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #19 Relating to the Creation of the Committee to Celebrate the Centennial Anniversary of Wisconsin’s Ratification of the 19th Amendment

Gov. Evers today designated Mrs. Kathy Evers as the Chairwoman of the Executive Committee.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore endorses JoCasta Zamarripa in race to be next 8th District Alderwoman

"Congresswoman Gwen Moore has spent decades being a true champion of our community, and I am deeply honored to have earned her endorsement."

Sensenbrenner Leads Bipartisan Effort to Extend Prescription Drug Program for Seniors

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."

Milwaukee Named Host City for 2020 Democratic National Convention

Convention will generate $200 million in economic impact; shine global spotlight on city

Statement by IBEW Local 494 Business Manager on Milwaukee being selected to host the 2020 Democratic National Convention

"Milwaukee is on the move, and our success in building the future represents the best of America."

Schatz, Pocan Reintroduce Legislation To End Student Loan Debt Crisis

Support Grows With 40 Lawmakers Joining Schatz and Pocan

Rep. Moore Intros Bill to Stop Trump from Using Taxpayer Dollars for the Wall

"My constituents don’t want a wasteful wall."

DSPS Secretary-Designee Crim Announces Additional Leadership Team Appointments

Crim said she would announce additional appointments as they are made.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Danielle Shelton in Race for Circuit Court Judge

"I am honored and humbled to have the support of Congresswoman Gwen Moore, a champion for our community."

Rep. Moore Announces Cancer in Remission

"Today, as Ways and Means Democrats gear up our fight to restore quality, affordable coverage for all Americans, I feel the time is right to announce that, for the last 10 months, I have battled Small Cell Lymphoma."

The “Great Negotiator” Yields to the Will of the People and Re-Opens Federal Government

"The damage President Trump has inflicted cannot be undone and should not be forgotten."

STATEMENT: President Trump and GOP Reject Democratic Efforts to Re-Open the Government

"Since I was sworn into the 116th Congress, I have voted eight times to reopen the government and fund critical agencies."

Rep. Moore Calls on GOP to Turn Rhetoric into Action

"Rep. King is just a symptom. It’s clear the disease is emanating from the White House."

Rep. Moore Votes to Reopen Departments of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development

"When HUD’s Section 8 rental assistance program runs out, even more low-income Milwaukeeans will be at risk of eviction."

Co-Chairs of the Milwaukee 2020 DNC Convention Host Committee Announced

Milwaukee is currently a finalist, along with Houston and Miami, for hosting the convention to be held July 13-16, 2020.

Rep. Moore Nominated for Prestigious Ways and Means Committee

"I am honored to have gained the support of my colleagues to be impaneled on the Ways and Means Committee."

Rep. Moore Votes to Get Wisconsin Families Their Tax Refunds

"President Trump’s refusal to reopen the government is causing millions of American families to suffer."

City-wide School Board Candidate Bob Peterson announces endorsement from 23 elected officials

The full list of elected officials to have endorsed Bob Peterson for MPS school board represents a broad span of Milwaukee’s neighborhoods.

Bob Peterson turns in 3,000 nomination signatures for citywide school board race

The 3,000 total is double the required amount of 1,500 signatures.

Rep. Moore Statement on the #TrumpShutdown

"President Trump’s tantrums have forced the nation into political and economic chaos."

Rep. Moore Fights to Re-Enfranchise Incarcerated Americans

"The freedom to vote and the power to have our voices heard is a fundamental tenet of our democracy."

Alderman Rainey’s voter registration resolution approved by Council

Part of series of efforts to increase voter participation

Co-Chairs of the Milwaukee 2020 DNC Convention Host Committee Announced

Milwaukee is currently a finalist, along with Houston and Miami, for hosting the convention to be held July 13-16, 2020.

Rep. Moore’s Bill Honoring Vel R. Phillips’s Legacy is Signed into Law

"Vel was a soldier for civil rights."

Rep. Gwen Moore Statement on Republican Power Grab

"This power grab is a direct threat to our state’s democracy."

Rep. Moore: “We must improve and expand Social Security”

"It’s widely understood on both sides of the aisle that Congress needs to improve the fiscal outlook of Social Security."

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Bob Peterson for MPS Board of School Directors, Citywide Seat

The election for the Milwaukee Board of School Directors is April 2, 2019, with a possible primary February 19.

Rep. Moore Introduces Legislation to Stop SSA Office Closures

"The shuttering of Social Security Field Offices, in Milwaukee and across the country, has created major complications for millions of Americans who depend on their hard-earned benefits."

Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Senior Advisor, Deputy Transition Director, Personnel Advisory Council

Governor-elect Evers will make numerous new appointments in the near future.

Legislation Designating the Vel R. Phillips Post Office Building in Milwaukee Passes the Senate

"Vel contributed so much at every level and paved the way for other Wisconsinites to help make a difference in people's lives."

Supervisor Taylor Congratulates Candidates on Election Victories

"Congratulations to Tony Evers, Mandela Barnes, Josh Kaul, Sarah Godlewski, and Tammy Baldwin on their victories on Tuesday."

Rep. Moore Calls On Gov. Walker to Restore Seniors’ FoodShare Benefits

"Had DHS correctly followed federal laws and regulations, affected seniors and persons with disabilities would have likely seen an increased monthly food benefit and had more resources available to provide for themselves."

Statement on Pittsburgh Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting

"I am filled with grief for the city of Pittsburgh and the entire Tree of Life congregation."

Retiree Group Endorses Sen. Tammy Baldwin for U.S. Senate

Cites Commitment to Protecting Earned Social Security and Medicare Benefits

Kavanaugh is a Blight on Washington

"Today’s vote to confirm Judge Kavanaugh is a vote against women and sexual assault survivors."

Lifting Mothers and Children Out of Poverty

"Instead of criminalizing and demonizing the poor, we must help lift them up, so they too can escape poverty."

Standing Up for Victims of Domestic Violence

"This week, Dr. Blasey Ford’s brave testimony helped uplift sexual assault and violence in the nation's zeitgeist."

A United Community Supports Earnell Lucas for Sheriff

"I am deeply grateful for the outpouring of support that our campaign is receiving."

Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Congresswoman Gwen Moore for Reelection

Party recognizes Moore for her record of investing in communities that need it most

The Collective PAC Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor of Wisconsin

Today’s endorsement joins Mahlon Mitchell’s growing list of support.

Rep. Moore Follows Up On SSA Field Office Closure Investigation in Milwaukee

"In Congress, I am fighting to pass legislation to establish firm deadlines for public notification of any decision to eliminate or reduce services and to ensure the SSA is adequately funded."

AFT Local 212, ATU Local 998 and LIU Local 113 endorse Earnell Lucas in latest sign of campaign’s momentum

Lucas is a decorated law enforcement executive with over 40 years of public safety experience.

Rep. Moore: Trump-Putin ‘Summit’ a Disaster for the US

"Today’s display in Helsinki was nothing less than a complete capitulation to a dictator who directed a cyber war on the United States’ sovereignty and self-determination."

Congresswoman Gwen Moore endorses Earnell Lucas for Milwaukee County Sheriff

"I am honored and humbled to receive the support of Congresswoman Gwen Moore."

Milwaukee Submits Bid for the 2020 Democratic National Convention

Last week, the DNC announced that the convention will be held from July 13th–16th, 2020.

At Rally, Labor Leaders Say Mitchell Tested as a Leader and Individual, “He Always Rises to the Occasion”

Wisconsin AFL-CIO and IAFF are just two of Mitchell’s growing list of endorsements.

Mahlon Mitchell to Wisconsin Democratic Convention: “Let’s Make History”

"I’m asking for your help in Wisconsin."

Wisconsin AFL-CIO Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor

“Mitchell is a true champion for working families and the best choice for Wisconsin governor.”

Facilitating Economic Revitalization in Milwaukee

Following the designation of 36 opportunity zones in Wisconsin’s 4th Congressional District Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement:

United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 1473 Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor

“A Mitchell Administration means a bright future for working Americans”

Rep. Moore Statement on Radical Balanced Budget Amendment

"This Republican-led Congress has been the most fiscally irresponsible in American history."

Celebration set to honor late founder of America’s Black Holocaust Museum

James Cameron’s life will be celebrated at Marquette’s Haggerty Museum of Art

Bryce Announces First Quarter Fundraising Figures: $2.1 Million

The campaign has raised more than any other Ryan challenger in the last 20 years

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins 32 Colleagues to Introduce Legislation that takes on Student Debt Crisis

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"Congresswoman Moore is a leader in Milwaukee and I am so proud she has endorsed my candidacy for Wisconsin Supreme Court."

Sensenbrenner Leads Delegation-Wide Effort Asking for Local Business Support

"It’s important that we correct these perverse trade incentives that would put family’s livelihoods in jeopardy."

SEIU WI Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor

“We need a champion, like Mahlon Mitchell, as Governor”

US Rep. Moore Votes Against Budget Caps Bill to Protect DREAMers

Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement after the passage of a budget caps bill that ended the GOP's second government shutdown in 2018:

US Rep. Moore Announces Guest for 2018 State of the Union

Internationally renowned social scientist, scholar, and welfare reform activist, Frances Fox Piven, will accompany her

Rep. Moore Leads 72 Lawmakers in Letter of Opposition to Medicaid Work Requirements Guidance

Letter in response to guidance issued by the Trump administration allowing states to impose work requirements on Medicaid beneficiaries

GOP Majority Once Again Fails to Fund the Government and Protect the Vulnerable

In response to the passage of the latest short-term Republican spending bill, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement:

Mahlon Mitchell for Governor Announces Raising Nearly $310,000 in 7 Weeks, Reports $242,000 in Cash on Hand

"I plan to have the resources to take on and defeat Scott Walker in November."

Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor

Local 998 represents more than 1,100 members in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Kenosha and Sheboygan.

US Rep. Gwen Moore: Calamitous GOP Tax Plan Passes the Senate

In response to the passage of the GOP tax plan in the Senate, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement:

Passage of GOP Tax Scam Puts the Well-Being of Millions in Peril

In response to the passage of the House Republican tax plan, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04), Ranking Member of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Monetary Policy and Trade, issued the following statement:

Malicious GOP Budget Neglects Single, Working-Class Mothers

In response to the passage of the GOP’s FY 2018 Budget Resolution, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement

Once Again, Speaker Ryan Talks to Business Lobby, Ducks Constituents

Trump-Ryan Tax Scheme Is ‘Demonically Irresponsible Giveaway to Super Rich’

Remembering Jerry Kleczka, a True Public Servant

Former Congressman Kleczka dedicated his life to serving his community, even after his 35 years in elected office

Black Women’s Empowerment March is Saturday

Black women participants are asked to wear all black clothing, participating men are asked to wear all green and other supporters are asked to wear red.

Congress Must Unite to Protect DACA

In response to speculation the Trump administration will soon phase out the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement:

Sheriff David Clarke’s Resignation is a Victory for Milwaukee

In response to Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke’s resignation, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement:

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on VA Inspector General Report of Zablocki VA Medical Center Opioid Prescribing Practices

Following whistleblower reports, Senator Baldwin pushed for VA IG inspection of opioid prescribing practices at Milwaukee VA facility

US Rep. Moore Calls for the Removal of Donald Trump as President of the United States

In response to yet another defense of the hate groups responsible for the violent clashes that occurred in Charlottesville, VA, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement

Charlottesville White Supremacist Attack Demands United Response

In response to the deadly white supremacist attack in Charlottesville, VA, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement.

Former federal prosecutor Josh Kaul raises over $170,000

Announces endorsements from Pocan, Moore, and others from across Wisconsin

U.S. Rep. Moore Opposes Trumpcare on the House Floor

In response to efforts by Senate Republicans to pass the Better Care Reconciliation Act, also known as Trumpcare, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) delivered remarks on the Floor of the House earlier this week. Below are Congresswoman Moore’s remarks:

US Rep. Moore Reintroduces Bill to Prevent Violent Altercations Between Police & Civilians

"As summer begins and temperatures rise, as do tensions between communities and the law enforcement officials sworn to protect them."

Juneteenth Reminds Us to Continue Our Fight for Freedom

In recognition of Juneteenth, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement

Trump Fails to Address US Infrastructure Needs

In response to the announcement of President Donald Trump’s infrastructure proposal, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement

US Rep. Moore Recognizes LGBT Pride Month

In recognition of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement

Comey’s Testimony Emphasizes Trump’s Ongoing Misconduct

In response to former FBI Director James Comey's testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement