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Wisconsin’s Largest Police Group Endorses Judge JoAnne Kloppenburg for State Supreme Court

Wisconsin’s Largest Police Group Endorses Judge JoAnne Kloppenburg for State Supreme Court

With nearly 10,000 members, the WPPA is truly independent having previously endorsed both Republicans and Democrats.

Local Labor Unions Endorse Mayor Tom Barrett

Local Labor Unions Endorse Mayor Tom Barrett

Mayor Tom Barrett has worked hand in hand with these organizations to create and retain family supporting jobs in the city of Milwaukee.

County Executive Chris Abele Statement on Domes Public Hearing

County Executive Chris Abele Statement on Domes Public Hearing

"I’ve asked my partners on the County Board to now authorize an additional $500,000 so that we can fund the repairs needed to safely reopen the Tropical and Arid Domes..."

Sen. Johnson’s “Doing Nothing” strategy now official GOP position on SCOTUS hearings

Sen. Johnson’s “Doing Nothing” strategy now official GOP position on SCOTUS hearings

Unfortunately for Ron Johnson, “doing nothing” while the nation’s highest court sits deadlocked won’t cut it.

Memo To Interested Parties: Republicans Failed To Lead During 2015 – 2016 Assembly Session
Memo To Interested Parties

Republicans Failed To Lead During 2015 – 2016 Assembly Session

From: Brandon Weathersby, Communications Director, Democratic Party of Wisconsin

Judge Joe Donald Endorses Judge JoAnne Kloppenburg  for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Judge Joe Donald Endorses Judge JoAnne Kloppenburg for Wisconsin Supreme Court

“Judge Kloppenburg is the most qualified candidate in this race,” Judge Joe Donald said.

Another Attack on Local Control

Another Attack on Local Control

"I abhor the assault on local control that has emanated from Madison throughout these last few years."

Chairman Lipscomb Critical of Administration Response to Domes Closure

Chairman Lipscomb Critical of Administration Response to Domes Closure

We are just receiving initial details of their short-term plan to re-open one dome, and the administration’s long-term plan for all three still is unclear.

U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Mayor Tom Barrett

U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Mayor Tom Barrett

Moore and Barrett have worked closely on a number of important initiatives for the City of Milwaukee.

State Senator Chris Larson Draws Sharp Contrasts with Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele in Public Policy Forum Debate

State Senator Chris Larson Draws Sharp Contrasts with Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele in Public Policy Forum Debate

The two candidates sparred over issues such as the County's structural deficit, mass transit funding, the future of the Milwaukee County Mental Health Complex, County infrastructure, stewardship of County-owned parks, as well as the Sheriff's budget.

Weekend Update: A Short History of Sen. Ron Johnson’s Supreme Court Obstructionism
Weekend Update

A Short History of Sen. Ron Johnson’s Supreme Court Obstructionism

Ron Johnson is content to take his cues from Washington Republicans who favor partisan bickering and obstructionism over a full and functional Supreme Court.

Rep. Barnes Calls for AG Schimel to Investigate Walker Cover-Up of Systemic Abuses at State Facility

Rep. Barnes Calls for AG Schimel to Investigate Walker Cover-Up of Systemic Abuses at State Facility

“Media reports have revealed that Governor Walker and his top aides knew about the serious allegations at Lincoln Hills for four whole years...”