Jodi Emerson
Democrat from Eau Claire representing the 91st district in the Wisconsin State Assembly since January 2019.
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Federal Judge Allows Ballot Assistance for Disabled Voters
Judge strikes down state Supreme Court ruling that all voters must return ballots themselves.
Sep 1st, 2022 by Henry RedmanGodlewski Crafts ‘Common Sense’ Campaign
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate stresses ‘kitchen table’ issues and abortion rights.
May 24th, 2022 by Erik GunnUnlock the Vote!
Four proposed bills buttress civil rights, making it easier for more people to vote.
Feb 13th, 2022 by Iuscely FloresSchool Voucher Lobby Wants More State Funding
Pushing for more public funding of private schools.
Feb 2nd, 2022 by Ruth ConniffMichael Gableman Has No Shame
Head of GOP election probe was a nasty bully, making slanderous, irresponsible charges to Assembly committee.
Dec 5th, 2021 by Matt RothschildDemocratic Legislators Refuse to Meet Privately With Gableman
Head of elections probe refuses to answer questions in public, committee members charge.
Nov 16th, 2021 by Henry RedmanThe Return of McCarthyism
Michael Gableman is the new Joe McCarthy, with the same bullying, sneering, demagogic style.
Nov 13th, 2021 by Ruth ConniffBill Would Criminalize Homeless Living on Public Property
The Republican-sponsored bill received a hearing in the state Assembly.
Oct 13th, 2021 by Christine HatfieldGOP Bill Moves State Elections Commission to Wausau
Opponents note this moves the commission away from the majority of state population.
Sep 17th, 2021 by Diane BezuchaBaldwin, Colleagues Visit Fort McCoy
Baldwin toured facilities and was briefed on Afghan evacuee operations
Sep 7th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinState Legislature Passes Policing Bills
The governor called on lawmakers to pass additional policing reform legislation.
Jun 18th, 2021 by Henry Redman and Isiah HolmesLegislature Tries Again to Control Federal Stimulus Money
Evers twice vetoed bills to do this. Assembly’s latest bills violate federal rules, LRB warns.
Apr 14th, 2021 by Melanie ConklinLegislators Pass Bill Blocking Vaccine Mandates
And giving Legislature oversight over federal stimulus funds. Veto by Evers likely.
Mar 23rd, 2021 by Laurel White and Shawn Johnson34 State Legislators Endorse Jill Underly for State Superintendent
Mar 15th, 2021 by Dr. Jill Underly
Republicans Attack Zuckerberg Election Grants Again
Using emails from Green Bay's former clerk, GOP lawmakers are calling for an investigation.
Mar 11th, 2021 by Shawn JohnsonRep. Robyn Vining Applauds Wisconsin Equal Rights Amendment Introduction
Mar 8th, 2021 by State Rep. Robyn Vining
Working Families Party Announces Second Round of 2021 Endorsements
Progressive Political Group Throws Weight Behind Jill Underly, Sets Sights on Growing Progressive Bloc in Madison Common Council
Mar 4th, 2021 by Wisconsin Working Families PartyRepublican Bill Makes Voting Harder
List of restrictions will make it less likely that disabled, nursing home residents and others vote.
Feb 24th, 2021 by Matt RothschildUnderly Campaign Announces Endorsement of 12 State Legislators
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Dr. Jill Underly
Following Massive Get Out The Vote Push, WI WFP Candidates Win Seats Across the State
WI Working Families Party organizers secure enough positive IDs to quadruple Trump’s 2016 margin of victory in Wisconsin, power down-ballot candidates to victory
Nov 4th, 2020 by Wisconsin Working Families PartyElected Officials Across the State Join Call for Peaceful and Fair Vote Count
Nov 2nd, 2020 by Black Leaders Organizing for Communities
Will School Choice Help Reelect Trump?
Democratic attacks on choice and charter schools favored by minority voters could backfire.
Feb 19th, 2020 by Bruce ThompsonBill Would Prohibit Free Campaign Rallies
Trump, Clinton campaigns still owe Eau Claire, other cities for security, sanitation costs.
Jan 14th, 2020 by Rich KremerProposal Would Ban Gerrymandering
Fair Maps Constitutional Amendment would amend state constitution, require non-partisan redistricting.
Jan 13th, 2020 by Matt RothschildWisconsin legislators rally behind Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Judge Karofsky currently serves as a criminal court judge in Dane County.
Oct 15th, 2019 by Jill KarofskySupervisors Push Ex-Offender Voting Rights
Resolution calls for restoring the voting rights of people on parole or probation.
Sep 17th, 2019 by Isiah HolmesLegislators Urge New Strategy on Budget
Stung by Republican cuts in funds to Milwaukee, city-based legislators search for new approach.
Jul 28th, 2019 by Isiah HolmesDemocratic Bill Allows Felons to Vote
They "pay taxes, pay rent, own homes” and should be able to vote, Sen. Taylor argues.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Laurel WhiteDem. Legislators Introduce Unlock the Vote Package
"Casting a vote is a civil right and is an essential component of our democracy."
Jul 24th, 2019 by State Sen. Lena TaylorLegislators Want to Protect ACA Coverage
Laws needed to assure health coverage continues if courts overrule it, Democrats say.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Erik GunnState Legislature Must Take Action to Protect Health Coverage
Wisconsinites with pre-existing conditions, marketplace health insurance, at grave risk of having coverage taken away by conservative federal judges
Jul 9th, 2019 by Citizen Action of WisconsinOh, Those Dreaded Plastic Bags
Council debates what to do with bags that clog up recycling process.
May 15th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene