Lena Taylor serves in the Wisconsin State Senate.
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County Executive Chris Abele endorses Senator Lena Taylor
“I'm proud to endorse Senator Lena Taylor’s reelection on August 9,” said County Executive Chris Abele.
Aug 3rd, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Lena Taylor applauds election law ruling
Three separate federal courts issued significant election law rulings.
Aug 1st, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Lena Taylor named 2016 Sierra Club Environmental Champion
This title is awarded to legislators who voted 100% pro-environment in the latest legislative session
Jul 28th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Workers back Senator Lena Taylor
Taylor was one of 14 Senators to go to Illinois to deny quorum in the vote on Governor Scott Walker’s Act 10, which busted public employee unions.
Jul 19th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Statement on Wisconsin’s Compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act
“Our goal should be full compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act.”
Jul 15th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor appointed to recidivism reduction committee
There are currently over 22,000 inmates incarcerated in Wisconsin prisons and over 66,000 individuals on probation or parole.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Lena Taylor named Conservation Champion
“I am proud to be named a Conservation Champion.”
Jun 21st, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor proposes slavery ban
Bill would remove slavery from state constitution
Jun 16th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor proposes funds to help with Lincoln Hills crisis
“What’s going on in juvenile corrections is more than just a scandal, it’s a crisis.”
Jun 13th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor’s Statement on the Withdrawal of Planned Changes to Family Care and IRIS.
All four Democrats on the Joint Committee on Finance opposed the changes since day one.
Jun 10th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Cues Up Race Politics
Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr. responds to article published in today’s Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, ‘Lawmaker blames Tom Barrett for crime spilling into suburbs’
Jun 8th, 2016 by Milwaukee County Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr.
Sen. Taylor questions Milwaukee’s lead testing practice
“Lead poisoning is a community health crisis and it will take the alignment of all levels of government to solve this issue.”
Jun 8th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor responds to violent rhetoric from colleague
“If Rep. Brandtjen wants to stop the violence, she should spend her time authoring legislation to end violence, not writing press releases to incite it.”
Jun 7th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Democratic Family Feuds
Eight Democratic legislators face primary challengers, but not one GOP legislator does.
Jun 6th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Walker Gets Sued Yet Again
For most partisan gerrymandering in history. Senate Bill 163 would reform the process.
Jun 5th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Republicans Continue to Sell Wisconsin Long-Term Care to the Highest Bidder
No evidence to demonstrate the need to overhaul Family Care and upend the lives of 60,000
May 24th, 2016 by State Rep. Chris Taylor
Sen. Taylor applauds Milwaukee Bucks labor agreement
The deal includes a $15 per hour wage indexed to inflation, prioritizes hiring from Milwaukee’s poorest zip codes and ensures workers the right to collective bargaining.
May 19th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor attends Greater Milwaukee Law Enforcement Memorial
After attending the Greater Milwaukee Law Enforcement Memorial today, Taylor released the following statement
May 11th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor calls for special session on juvenile corrections and more funding
In a letter dated today, Senator Taylor urged Governor Walker to call a special session of the Legislature to take up Senate Bills 803 and 804.
Apr 25th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor releases statement about abuse of Milwaukee student
"Based on the video I saw, I am deeply concerned about what happened at Bay View High School."
Apr 22nd, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
State Senator Chris Larson Issues Statement on Last Week’s Exchange with Senator Taylor
"Last Tuesday, as I was approaching the Senate chambers in the Capitol, I ran into Senator Taylor. She began yelling at me, which was followed by some heated words from both sides."
Mar 23rd, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Can Violence Reduction Program Work?
Milwaukee one of 10 cities chosen for federal program, but may not address root causes, critics say.
Mar 17th, 2016 by Brendan O’Brien
Youth Tell DOJ About Police Abuse
Department of Justice listening sessions here suggest Milwaukee has problems.
Mar 10th, 2016 by Jimmy Gutierrez
Obama Touts ACA Success, Slams Walker
President's visit here hails Obamacare's success, bashes Walker for obstructing increased coverage.
Mar 5th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Mobile black history museum to make 3-day tour of Wisconsin this weekend
American Legacy's "Know Your History" Mobile Truck Exhibit will have a three day three stop tour throughout Wisconsin.
Feb 19th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
African American leaders stand against supporting Alderman Bob Donavan for Mayor of Milwaukee
This press conference will be followed up with a private meeting with current Mayor Tom Barrett.
Feb 19th, 2016 by Urban Milwaukee
Sen. Taylor calls Litscher “secretary of cruel and unusual punishment”
Will the leopard will change its spots?
Feb 18th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
In signing civil service destruction bill, Walker “bans the box”
“As the author of the state’s ban the box legislation for multiple sessions, I am glad that the issue is beginning to gain bipartisan support.”
Feb 12th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
The Real State of the State
New Budget Numbers Show $158 Million Drop in Revenue
Jan 21st, 2016 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Additional Milwaukee Leaders Endorse Johnny Thomas for City Comptroller
“Johnny Thomas is a leader the people of Milwaukee need,” said Senator Lena Taylor.
Jan 12th, 2016 by Johnny Thomas
Sen. Taylor to hold listening session at Lincoln Hills
Earlier this month, allegations of abuse, sexual assault, neglect, physical abuse, strangulation and suffocation among others led to a Department of Justice raid of the facilities.
Dec 21st, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
What will it take to get Republican leaders to intervene?
Reports of child abuse, sexual assault not enough to spur GOP investigation
Dec 18th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Senate Judiciary Committee Democrats call for hearing about correctional facility safety
"We were alarmed to learn of very serious allegations of abuse at Lincoln Hills through the media," the letter reads.
Dec 16th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Where Can Former Sex Offenders Go?
Restrictive city law often leaves them nowhere to live, many are becoming homeless.
Dec 16th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
The Soaring Cost of Gun Violence
Estimated annual cost in Wisconsin is $2.9 billion, or $508 per person.
Dec 6th, 2015 by Sean Kirkby
MPS schools celebrate reading as American Education Week comes to a close
Community members help students celebrate reading; share their professional experiences
Nov 19th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Abele made right choice in Demond Means
“I believe Mr. Means has what it takes to get the job done.”
Nov 12th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
21% of Gas Tax Will Go to Repay Debt
Debt level has doubled in a decade, yet legislators approve plan.
Nov 9th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Obama right on ban the box
Yesterday at a visit to a halfway house, President Barack Obama called on Congress to pass bipartisan legislation currently pending in Congress to ban the box on job applications
Nov 3rd, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Lena Taylor statement on call for creation of Office of African American Affairs
“I look forward to working with Rep. Young and my state legislative colleagues to create a vehicle that will help to reverse Wisconsin’s dismal records of being the worst place in nation to raise a black child.”
Oct 28th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Lena Taylor to hold Thursday Town Hall Forum
State Senator Lena C. Taylor (D-Milwaukee) will hold a Town Hall Forum tomorrow night to engage constituents on community issues as well as legislation
Oct 28th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Chris Larson’s War Against Abele
State senator running for county executive blasts Abele with personal attacks, will divide Democrats.
Oct 15th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
A Shelter For Women Caught in Sex Trade
Grateful Girls Safe Haven helps prostitutes and those targeted by human trafficking.
Oct 1st, 2015 by Allison Dikanovic
Sen. Lena Taylor announces “Ban the Box” legislation
“As legislators we should work to remove barriers to employment for those seeking to re-enter the workforce.”
Sep 28th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Lena Taylor statement on Walker campaign suspension
“The citizens of Wisconsin said loud and clear that Governor Walker’s divide and conquer philosophy is not how we should do business in America.”
Sep 21st, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Lena Taylor: Walker using police shootings for political gain
“Today’s column proves that Scott Walker will say anything to get elected.”
Sep 3rd, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Julian Bond, influential civil rights leader, passes away
“We’ve truly lost one of the great champions of my lifetime.”
Aug 17th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Governor Walker signs Bucks arena bill into law
“The Milwaukee Bucks mean big bucks not just for Milwaukee, but for our entire state.”
Aug 12th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Nearly one month after Walker vetoed funds for Milwaukee energy consortium, Obama makes grant announcement
“Despite frequently speaking the words, it’s almost like Governor Walker is allergic to economic growth and prosperity.”
Aug 4th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor announces Senate District 4 National Night Out
National Night Out is an effort to promote involvement in police-community partnerships, improved neighborhood unity and crime prevention..
Jul 31st, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Black City Residents Not Sold on NBA Arena
African American leaders who support it face skepticism from constituents.
Jul 30th, 2015 by Matthew Wisla
Sen. Taylor applauds Assembly passage of Bucks Arena deal
“Today is a great day for Wisconsin’s economy.”
Jul 28th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
State Sen. Taylor’s statement about US Sen. Johnson’s “idiot inner city kids” remark
“As a product of the Milwaukee Public School System, I find Senator Ron Johnson’s comments unfitting of the office of a United States Senator.”
Jul 24th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor to host State Budget and Bucks arena listening session
The $73 billion state budget and the $500,000 Bucks Arena proposal will have a tremendous impact on the City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County.
Jul 22nd, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor statement on Senate passage of Bucks arena deal
"This is about more than basketball"
Jul 15th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor statement on Senate passage of Walker budget
(MADISON) – Today, the State Senate approved the controversial Walker budget with bipartisan opposition. Following her vote against the budget, ranking Senate Democrat on the state budget committee, Senator Lena Taylor (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “I wish I could say this long budget nightmare is over. Except, it’s only just beginning. The negative ramifications of this budget will live on in Wisconsin for years to come. Governor Walker put the needs of his presidential campaign ahead of the needs of Wisconsin. In doing so, he divested from public education, put our transportation infrastructure at risk and continued his abysmal record of failing to create the jobs he promised Wisconsin during his first term.”
Jul 8th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Wisconsin Center District excluded from arena hearing
The district was the only financial partner of the deal excluded from speaking at today’s hearing.
Jul 6th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Bucks Arena Will Need Democratic Support
But which Democrats are likely to back it?
Jul 6th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Sen. Taylor statement on committee passage of state budget
“From the day Governor Walker introduced his budget, it was clear he was more focused on Republican primary voters than the people of Wisconsin.”
Jul 2nd, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor statement on SCOTUS same sex-marriage ruling
“Today, the Supreme Court reaffirmed that our rights aren’t based on who we love, but rather on the principals of freedom, fairness and justice for all Americans.”
Jun 26th, 2015 by State Rep. Chris Taylor
How to Design a Public Space
Officials meet with residents about proposed greenway, and the citizens’ suggestions are a surprise.
Jun 26th, 2015 by Susan Nusser
Sen. Taylor statement on SCOTUS upholding Obamacare
“Today’s ruling is a victory for the more than 6 million people currently covered under the Affordable Care Act and a blow to Scott Walker.”
Jun 25th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor statement on Walker signing gun bills in Milwaukee
"Governor Scott Walker should add Sheriff David Clarke’s spurs and big hat to his campaign wardrobe, because they are both trying to turn Wisconsin into the Wild West."
Jun 24th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor calls on Walker to clarify his position on racist confederate battle flag
Walker’s flexible position on racism includes signing a bill that makes it easier for public schools to depict offensive mascots.
Jun 23rd, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Crunch Time for Bucks Arena Deal
Joint Finance Committee needs nine of 16 members to approve it. That could be tough.
Jun 15th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Sen. Taylor statement on passage of 20-week abortion ban
"Politicians should get out of the doctor’s office and stop distracting people from their failures to pass a responsible budget."
Jun 9th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Sen. Taylor statement on passage of Juneteenth resolution
Today, the State Senate passed Senate Joint Resolution 41, which proclaims June 19, 2015 as “Juneteenth Day.”
Jun 9th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Today in JFC: More prison beds instead of public school funds
“Today, Republicans created a pipeline to prison rather than a pathway to the American Dream for our school children.”
May 19th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Officer-involved shootings could be reduced with better police training on mental illness
“Training for law enforcement on how to properly interact with people with mental health challenges is not just the fiscally responsible thing to do, it’s the humane thing to do.”
May 12th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
No Christmas In May For Republicans
Tax collections haven’t risen so GOP lawmakers may have to swallow Walker budget cuts they opposed.
May 11th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Who Will Lead the Democratic Party?
Five candidates seek the difficult job of trying to revive the minority party in Wisconsin.
Mar 23rd, 2015 by Steven Walters
New Park Impacts Neighborhood
Gillespie Park, at 14th and Wright, is outgrowth of neighborhood anti-crime effort.
Mar 18th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
MPS to ‘ring in’ traditional calendar year Tuesday at one of the district’s 14 Commitment Schools
Local and state leaders to join MPS Board members, Acting Supt. Driver at MPS' Thurston Woods Campus
Sep 2nd, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Waupun Prison Guards Accused of Abusing Dozens of Inmates
Many of prisoners are from Milwaukee; critics call for an investigation. Part 1 of a series.
Jul 23rd, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Alderwoman Coggs to be honored at inaugural Harambee Community Banquet
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs will be the recipient of the first-ever Dr. James G. White Human Service Award
Jul 11th, 2014 by Ald. Milele Coggs
John Chisholm Crushes Sheriff Clarke
The sheriff takes some pot shots at DA, only to get mowed down, in an entertaining -- and very revealing -- exchange.
Jun 11th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Running For Good Food
Growing Power's 5K run supports organization and combats urban food deserts.
May 20th, 2014 by Jabril Faraj
County Executive Abele Thanks Governor Walker for Signing Bill to Improve Mental Health Care
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele thanks Governor Scott Walker for signing a bill today that will create an independent board of experts to oversee Milwaukee County’s Behavioral Health Hospital.
Apr 8th, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
Why the Huge Support for Shot Spotters?
Legislature votes 132-1 to expand Milwaukee program monitoring gunshots.
Apr 7th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Why Didn’t Chisholm Go After Democrats?
Republicans say the John Doe probe proves bias. So does the federal suit against DA. Are they right?
Mar 6th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Campaign Season Kicks Off
Politicos flock to Jon Richards fundraiser, and judicial candidate Janet C. Protasiewicz's event.
Dec 18th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Will Walker Veto Bill on Schools Using Indian Names?
He offers sympathy to both sides while reiterating his goal for job growth.
Dec 18th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
20 Years of Urban Farming
Will Allen and Growing Power celebrate two decades an an international leader in the field.
Dec 16th, 2013 by Maria Corpus
WNOV Expands Talk Radio Show
The city's only talk radio station serving a largely-black audience provides an alternative to Charlie Sykes.
Nov 15th, 2013 by Tom Momberg
Taylor Names Thomas Harris New Chief of Staff
For Immediate Release
Oct 11th, 2013 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Shocking Conditions at the Courthouse
Court Commissioner Barry Slagle electrocuted in scary, unreported incident at courthouse.
Sep 19th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Schools Want Earlier Start Date
MPS and other districts say it would improve student achievement, but tourism industry opposes change.
Sep 17th, 2013 by Scottie Lee Meyers
No Country for Black Men
New study shows Wisconsin leads the nation in black incarceration, with a shockingly high rate. Why?
Apr 25th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
The Not-So-Straight Story
Journal Sentinel coverage of county board downsizing misleads folks on both sides of issue.
Feb 19th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
County Supervisor Supports New Reform Bill
Milwaukee County Supervisor Deanna Alexander is pleased to announce support for changes made in the drafting process of state legislation aimed at reforming governance in Milwaukee County.
Feb 15th, 2013 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Pizza and the Park East
Pizza Man and The Couture win approvals and a Park East hotel is also likely to be okayed.
Dec 11th, 2012 by Urban Milwaukee
The Rise of Chris Larson
Is he a young liberal heavyweight? Or a punching bag for Republicans?
Nov 27th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Will State Screw Milwaukee?
Expert condemns state for switching Milwaukee’s foster care funding to help other counties.
Aug 31st, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Did the State Screw Talgo?
The train company's stunned CEO blasts Wisconsin for breaching its contract “like a Third World country.”
May 31st, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Taxi Cab Medallion Bill Passes Assembly
The City of Milwaukee is working on state legislation to allow the City to profit from the sale of additional taxi cab permits (to be called medallions) and address the perceived shortage of taxi cabs in the city. Currently under Wisconsin law, permit and license fees can not exceed the cost to issue said permits. This gives the Common Council and Mayor little incentive to raise the cap on the number of permits (currently capped at the seemingly random number of 321 since 1992), despite the fact that the permits are changing hands in the private market for between $80,000 to $150,000.
Feb 22nd, 2012 by Jeramey Jannene
South Shore Listening Session Recap
Following the veto of Milwaukee County transit sales tax by Governor Doyle, Representative Christine Sinicki, Senate Jeff Plale, and Representative Jon Richards held a listening session at the South Shore Park Pavilion.
Jul 9th, 2009 by Jeramey Jannene
