Governor Walker Releases a Statement on the Passing of Former Wisconsin Secretary of State Vel Phillips
"She was a legend in Milwaukee and in Wisconsin - not only for her many firsts but for her passion."
MADISON – Governor Scott Walker issued the following statement today upon learning of the passing of former Wisconsin Secretary of State Vel Phillips.
Tonette and I send our prayers to the family and friends of the Honorable Vel Phillips. She was a legend in Milwaukee and in Wisconsin – not only for her many firsts but for her passion. It was an honor to get to know her when I was the County Executive and to be a part of naming the Vel R. Phillips Juvenile Justice Center in her honor nearly a decade ago.
A flag lowering order in honor of Vel Phillips’ life and legacy is forthcoming.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
