Jennifer Shilling (Dem.), 32nd Senate District

Born Oshkosh, July 4, 1969; married; 2 children. Graduate Buffalo Grove, IL H.S.; B.A. in political science and public administration, UW-La Crosse 1992. Former congressional aide and legislative aide. Member: UW-La Crosse Alumni Assn. (fmr. pres.); La Crosse Co. League of Women Voters; La Crosse Co. Democratic Party (former chp.); UW-La Crosse Chancellor’s Community Council; Viterbo University Bd. of Advisors; La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce; La Crosse County Local Emergency Planning Com.; La Crosse Area Habitat for Humanity Women Build; Vernon Women’s Alliance; Viroqua Chamber Main Street; Riverfront La Crosse Community Advisory Bd. La Crosse Co. Bd. 1990-92.

Elected to Assembly 2000-10; elected to Senate in special election August 2011; reelected 2012. Minority Caucus Sergeant at Arms 2005. Biennial Senate committee assignments: 2013 — Government Operations, Public Works, and Telecommunications; Universities and Technical Colleges; Jt. Com. on Finance (also 2011). Assembly committee assignments: 2011 — Jt. Com. on Finance (also 2009). 2009 — Health and Health Care Reform (also 2007); Rules. 2007 — Colleges and Universities (since 2003); Workforce Development; State of Wisconsin Building Commission (also 2005). 2005 — Financial Institutions (since 2001); Health (since 2001); Highway Safety (also 2003). 2003 — Insurance (also 2001). 2001 — Personal Privacy; Legis. Adv. Com. to the Minn.-Wis. Boundary Area Comn.

Telephone: Office: (608) 266-5490; (800) 385-3385 (toll free).
E-mail: Sen.Shilling@legis.wisconsin.gov
Voting address: La Crosse 54601.
Mailing address: Office: Room 20 South, State Capitol, P.O. Box 7882, Madison 53707-7882.

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Democrats fight to protect Net Neutrality
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Democrats fight to protect Net Neutrality

Democrats call on Attorney General to defend internet access

Clean air at risk under Republican control
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Clean air at risk under Republican control

Latest GOP proposals undercut protections for public health

Another “Ho-Ho-Horrible” Jobs Report
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Another “Ho-Ho-Horrible” Jobs Report

Wisconsin’s 110,000 jobs deficit grows after another dismal jobs report

Working families on losing end of GOP Tax Scam
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Working families on losing end of GOP Tax Scam

Senate GOP tax plan favors wealthy

Walker seeks federal approval to limit health coverage and continue cost-shift
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Walker seeks federal approval to limit health coverage and continue cost-shift

GOP waiver would extend costly plan and deny families health care

Gov. Walker’s 111,000 jobs deficit
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Gov. Walker’s 111,000 jobs deficit

GOP attacks on working families cost Wisconsin thousands of jobs

Gov. Walker’s re-election Hail Mary falls short
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Gov. Walker’s re-election Hail Mary falls short

GOP deal fails to protect taxpayers and communities

With Elections Just a Year Away, Legislature Abandons Wisconsin Families
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With Elections Just a Year Away, Legislature Abandons Wisconsin Families

Industrial Acid Mining Bill Will Put Public Health at Risk for Generations

Walker jobs agency leaves taxpayers in the dark
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Walker jobs agency leaves taxpayers in the dark

"Gov. Walker’s jobs agency continues to demonstrate its inability to manage the largest taxpayer-funded giveaway to a foreign corporation in U.S. history."

Audit of Walker jobs agency intensifies Foxconn concerns
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Audit of Walker jobs agency intensifies Foxconn concerns

Troubled jobs agency remains unable to verify job numbers

Foxconn gamble shrouded in secrecy
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Foxconn gamble shrouded in secrecy

Democrats urge transparency in Foxconn deal

Lives at risk as Trump sabotages health care
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Lives at risk as Trump sabotages health care

GOP attacks designed to target vulnerable residents and create economic chaos

Audit highlights ongoing GOP neglect at King Veterans Home
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Audit highlights ongoing GOP neglect at King Veterans Home

Republicans continue to raid funding from veteran nursing home

Shilling statement on new health clinic in Milwaukee
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Shilling statement on new health clinic in Milwaukee

"This new state-of-the-art facility will ensure that hardworking women, men and families can continue to receive high quality and compassionate care."

GOP healthcare proposal – from bad to worse
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GOP healthcare proposal – from bad to worse

Americans left uninsured could increase to 32 million

Walker picks Foxconn over Wisconsin  schools and roads
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Walker picks Foxconn over Wisconsin schools and roads

Senate Democratic leaders released the following statements critical of Gov. Scott Walker’s decision to sign the largest taxpayer giveaway to a foreign corporation in U.S. history

Gov. Walker’s economic depression
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Gov. Walker’s economic depression

Families losing hope as Wisconsin suffers through another dismal jobs report

Statement on Labor Day
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Statement on Labor Day

"This Labor Day, we need to look to the future and prioritize the needs of working families over the profits of special interests."

School aid payments delayed amid GOP budget fiasco
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School aid payments delayed amid GOP budget fiasco

Worse yet, Legislative Republicans budget actions cut rural school funding

SeniorCare anniversary a reminder of program’s success
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SeniorCare anniversary a reminder of program’s success

Dems urge legislative action to protect and extend popular Rx drug program

Republicans cut rural school aid, delay payments
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Republicans cut rural school aid, delay payments

GOP cuts K-12 funding, prioritizes tax breaks for foreign corporation

Foxconn tax break could exceed $1 million per job
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Foxconn tax break could exceed $1 million per job

Under GOP proposal, job costs could skyrocket if company falls short on promises

Stop outsourcing before expanding tax breaks
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Stop outsourcing before expanding tax breaks

Accountability lacking at Walker agency overseeing Foxconn deal

Is GOP anticipating a “Foxconn flop?”
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Is GOP anticipating a “Foxconn flop?”

Walker plan includes bailout for local governments abandoned by Foxconn

Transportation Shutdown Begins in Wisconsin
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Transportation Shutdown Begins in Wisconsin

GOP budget delays trigger 1st phase of transportation shutdown

Shilling cautious on Foxconn announcement
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Shilling cautious on Foxconn announcement

"Given the lack of details, I’m skeptical about this announcement and we will have to see if there is a legislative appetite for a $1 to $3 billion corporate welfare package."

GOP proposes school cuts, transportation debt to finance tax breaks for the wealthy
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GOP proposes school cuts, transportation debt to finance tax breaks for the wealthy

"Time and time again, Republicans have prioritized tax breaks for the wealthy that syphon money away from our crumbling roads and local schools."

Debt. Debt. And more Debt.
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Debt. Debt. And more Debt.

Senate Republicans propose more credit card spending, tax breaks for millionaires

Sen. Shilling statement on limited opioid response
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Sen. Shilling statement on limited opioid response

Substance abuse worsens amid GOP cuts, attacks on Affordable Care Act

Gov. Walker proposes road delays, layoffs
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Gov. Walker proposes road delays, layoffs

Long-term transportation fix remains elusive for disjointed GOP lawmakers

GOP poised to miss state budget deadline
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GOP poised to miss state budget deadline

School budgets and road projects left in limbo by Republican inaction

Is Wisconsin entering a recession?
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Is Wisconsin entering a recession?

‘Gold Standard’ jobs report exposes weakening economy and declining wages

NRA-backed bill threatens school safety
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NRA-backed bill threatens school safety

"It is unfortunate that Republicans continue to side with gun lobbyists at the expense of our children’s safety"

GOP tries to hide another dismal jobs report
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GOP tries to hide another dismal jobs report

WI lost nearly 4,000 manufacturing jobs in 2016 and ranked dead last in start-ups

Dem Student Loan relief plan rejected by GOP
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Dem Student Loan relief plan rejected by GOP

State budget committee fails to address growing student loan debt crisis

Democrats Respond to 53 Percent Increase in Municipal Projects Going Out of State
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Democrats Respond to 53 Percent Increase in Municipal Projects Going Out of State

From January to April 2016, $20.9 million in municipal contracts were awarded to out-of-state companies compared to $32 million during the same time period in 2017.

Shilling backs Health Care Protection Package
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Shilling backs Health Care Protection Package

D.C. politics threaten health care access for Wisconsin families

Dem proposal to end Veteran Home fund raids rejected by GOP budget committee
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Dem proposal to end Veteran Home fund raids rejected by GOP budget committee

Republican lawmakers on the budget-writing Joint Finance Committee rejected a Democratic proposal that would have prevented a $26 million funding raid.

Student loan borrowers lose federal protections
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Student loan borrowers lose federal protections

Democrats call on Attorney General to defend student loan borrowers

Rep. Peter Barca Statement on Joint Transportation Committee
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Rep. Peter Barca Statement on Joint Transportation Committee

"Democrats want a deal that includes meaningful infrastructure reform, invests in our communities and expands economic opportunities."

Democratic leaders discouraged by limited response to opioid epidemic
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Democratic leaders discouraged by limited response to opioid epidemic

Democratic amendments to increase rural access to treatment, expand health care coverage and improve treatment services were rejected by the majority party.

Presidential visit highlights Wisconsin economic challenges
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Presidential visit highlights Wisconsin economic challenges

Democrats are urging action on a range of proposals to expand economic opportunities and encourage local business growth.

Statement on Jakubowski arrest
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Statement on Jakubowski arrest

"It's time for leaders in Wisconsin to stand up to the powerful gun industry and take proactive steps to keep deadly firearms out of the hands of dangerous individuals."

Local Water Contamination Raises Red Flags
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Local Water Contamination Raises Red Flags

La Crosse area health officials warn of private well contamination

Republicans Vote to Privatize Wisconsin Water
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Republicans Vote to Privatize Wisconsin Water

High capacity well bill threatens local lakes, rivers and groundwater

Democrats pass internet privacy protection
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Democrats pass internet privacy protection

Shilling proposal to restore internet privacy passes Senate, heads to Assembly

Republicans propose “Permitless Carry” bill
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Republicans propose “Permitless Carry” bill

In wake of mass shootings, GOP wants to arm more teenagers

Lawmakers fear Wisconsin impact of ACA repeal
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Lawmakers fear Wisconsin impact of ACA repeal

Thousands to lose coverage, millions would face higher costs

Treat family like family
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Treat family like family

Senate Dem Leader urges passage of paid family leave bill

Republicans renew effort to block lifesaving medical research
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Republicans renew effort to block lifesaving medical research

GOP proposal would criminalize Wisconsin’s cutting edge biomedical advances

What ever happened to the Gold Standard?
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What ever happened to the Gold Standard?

GOP denies reality on job losses while defending lavish tax break to the top 1%

GOP Agenda is Failing Wisconsin Families
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GOP Agenda is Failing Wisconsin Families

State loses over 4,000 manufacturing jobs despite lavish GOP giveaways

Be Bold for Change
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Be Bold for Change

Democrats continue the fight for women’s rights

Gov. Walker fails to submit balanced budget
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Gov. Walker fails to submit balanced budget

$1 billion transportation deficit unaddressed by Gov. Walker

Shilling backs Compassionate Cannabis Care Act
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Shilling backs Compassionate Cannabis Care Act

Dems partner with health professionals and patients in medical marijuana push

Cost of child care skyrockets
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Cost of child care skyrockets

Democrats propose plan to ease costs, expand economic opportunity

Rural Schools Deserve Better
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Rural Schools Deserve Better

GOP school cuts continue to hurt students, communities and taxpayers

AUDIT: Wisconsin road crisis worsens
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AUDIT: Wisconsin road crisis worsens

$1 billion budget deficit looms as GOP opposes long-term funding solution

Working families struggle as GOP tax breaks for millionaires skyrocket
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Working families struggle as GOP tax breaks for millionaires skyrocket

“Rather than targeting tax breaks to the wealthiest one percent, we should return those dollars to the working families who need help the most”

Statement on Gov. Walker’s proposed work restrictions
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Statement on Gov. Walker’s proposed work restrictions

“Once again, Gov. Walker is creating one set of rules for working families and another set of rules for the wealthy and well-connected.?

Statement on Presidential Inauguration
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Statement on Presidential Inauguration

"We must work together to lift up our fellow citizens, respect our neighbors and support our communities so that everyone has a chance to achieve their American Dream."

Sen. LaTonya Johnson Appointed to Wisconsin Center District Board
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Sen. LaTonya Johnson Appointed to Wisconsin Center District Board

"I look forward to working with members of the board and stakeholders throughout the community to strengthen Milwaukee's economy, workers, and neighborhoods."

Protect Seniors by extending SeniorCare
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Protect Seniors by extending SeniorCare

Democrats launch effort to save successful Rx drug program

Senate Dem Leader reacts to State of the State
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Senate Dem Leader reacts to State of the State

Shilling urges politicians to take off blinders and focus on helping working families

Senate Dem Leader lays out priorities for 2017-18 session
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Senate Dem Leader lays out priorities for 2017-18 session

"While the rest of the nation has seen strong job gains, our state has consistently ranked below the national average for job creation..."

Statement on GOP Election Rigging Lawsuit
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Statement on GOP Election Rigging Lawsuit

“Democrats believe every voter deserves to have their voice heard.”

Gov. Walker and President-elect Trump put polluters and special interests ahead of Wisconsin families
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Gov. Walker and President-elect Trump put polluters and special interests ahead of Wisconsin families

"Gov. Walker is once again proposing a range of costly, discriminatory and unconstitutional policies aimed at punishing workers and dividing communities."

Sen. Shilling appoints Taylor, Erpenbach to serve on Joint Finance Committee
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Sen. Shilling appoints Taylor, Erpenbach to serve on Joint Finance Committee

“Sen. Taylor and Sen. Erpenbach have been outspoken advocates for working families in Wisconsin and understand the importance of investing in our future.”

Wisconsin Elections Commission Receives Two Presidential Election Recount Petitions
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Wisconsin Elections Commission Receives Two Presidential Election Recount Petitions

The state is working under a federal deadline of December 13 to complete the recount.

Statement on Senate Democratic Leadership Election
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Statement on Senate Democratic Leadership Election

“I am honored that my colleagues have once again entrusted me with the responsibility of serving as Senate Democratic Leader.”

Post-Election Update II: Potential Recount, Voting Equipment Audits, Provisional Balots, Absentee Ballots
At The Top of Their Class
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At The Top of Their Class

Senate Democrats receive highest honors on Student Loan Scorecard.

RSLC Launches Ad Buy on WI Minority Leader Jennifer Shilling’s Weak Record
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RSLC Launches Ad Buy on WI Minority Leader Jennifer Shilling’s Weak Record

The ad campaign aims to expose Shilling’s penchant for playing politics at the expense of her constituents.

Wisconsin Democrats Join Speaker Paul Ryan’s Call for Donald Trump to Release His Tax Returns
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Wisconsin Democrats Join Speaker Paul Ryan’s Call for Donald Trump to Release His Tax Returns

Last week’s report offers a disturbing preview of the foreign entanglements that could influence Donald Trump.

Senate Republicans caught in Pay-to-Play scheme
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Senate Republicans caught in Pay-to-Play scheme

Olsen and Harsdorf sided with lead paint producers over sick children

Neglect Ignored, Problems Denied, Solutions Delayed
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Neglect Ignored, Problems Denied, Solutions Delayed

GOP inaction once again jeopardizes vulnerable residents at state facility

Trump candidacy threatens U.S. security
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Trump candidacy threatens U.S. security

GOP nominee continues dangerous rhetoric and reckless behavior

Donald Trump Picks The Most Extreme VP Pick in a Generation
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Donald Trump Picks The Most Extreme VP Pick in a Generation

Gov. Mike Pence is a nightmare for working Wisconsinites.

Shilling Calls on Republican Senators to Denounce Trump
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Shilling Calls on Republican Senators to Denounce Trump

GOP Senators refuse to admonish ‘indefensible’ statements

Eager acceptance of Trump’s dangerous rhetoric confirms Senate GOP disconnect
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Eager acceptance of Trump’s dangerous rhetoric confirms Senate GOP disconnect

Republican politicians including Gov. Scott Walker and Sen. Ron Johnson have also committed to supporting Donald Trump as their party’s nominee.

Unconstitutional Right-to-Work only part of the problem
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Unconstitutional Right-to-Work only part of the problem

GOP policies result in 16 consecutive quarters of economic disappointment

Statement on Right to Work ruling
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Statement on Right to Work ruling

"This ruling is a major victory for hardworking Wisconsin families."

Dems question last-minute cancellation of UW budget presentations
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Dems question last-minute cancellation of UW budget presentations

Gov. Walker’s Board of Regents won't hear update on GOP budget cuts

Voter System Crash Causes Statewide Concern
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Voter System Crash Causes Statewide Concern

Statewide Outages Prevent Early Voting and Registration

Jennifer Shilling declares: “I’m With Her!”
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Jennifer Shilling declares: “I’m With Her!”

Senate Democratic Leader endorses Hillary Clinton for President

Justice Bradley’s Defense of Rapists
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Justice Bradley’s Defense of Rapists

Justice Rebecca Bradley has refused to apologize for previous statements she made arguing that women “play a role in date rape.”

Senate Republicans Call It Quits
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Senate Republicans Call It Quits

Majority party set to end legislative session on a whimper

GOP all talk, no action on student loan debt
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GOP all talk, no action on student loan debt

Several proposals that would address Wisconsin’s $19 billion student loan debt crisis are among the proposals that Republicans have refused to take up.

DOC audit needed to improve safety
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DOC audit needed to improve safety

“Taxpayers, correctional officers, children and families deserve better.”

Hate speech is not “irrelevant”
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Hate speech is not “irrelevant”

Senate Dem Leader calls on Gov. Walker to condemn offensive remarks

Child abuse cover-up continues as GOP ignores reports
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Child abuse cover-up continues as GOP ignores reports

Senate shirks legal responsibility as Lincoln Hills scandal widens

Shilling statement on Harris Dodd announcement
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Shilling statement on Harris Dodd announcement

“Nikiya has been a steadfast champion for women, children and families across Wisconsin.”

Shilling applauds local solar investments
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Shilling applauds local solar investments

Western Wisconsin will see an influx of new jobs and economic development as a result of significant investments in solar power.

Lincoln Hills cover-up continues as GOP ignores crisis
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Lincoln Hills cover-up continues as GOP ignores crisis

Months after DOJ and FBI raid troubled facility, Republicans defend status quo

Gov. Walker signs bills limiting birth control access
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Gov. Walker signs bills limiting birth control access

38 Democratic legislators including Sen. Shilling had urged Gov.Walker to veto these bills.

‘Height of Hypocrisy’ as GOP blocks Winnebago Co. Executive from holding office
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‘Height of Hypocrisy’ as GOP blocks Winnebago Co. Executive from holding office

Majority party continues to ignore student loan debt crisis, mass layoffs & child safety

Another session of Republican inaction on student loan debt
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Another session of Republican inaction on student loan debt

Republicans still won’t take up plan to reduce monthly student debt payments

Shilling questions GOP obstruction on child abuse scandal
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Shilling questions GOP obstruction on child abuse scandal

Dem leader troubled by withholding of public records

Shilling statement on Sec. Wall resignation
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Shilling statement on Sec. Wall resignation

“I am appalled by the latest revelations of child abuse and sexual assault that occurred in Gov. Walker’s Department of Corrections.”

GOP ignores middle class, prioritizes political attacks
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GOP ignores middle class, prioritizes political attacks

Republican leaders rush bill banning Democratic candidate from serving

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