Politics

Statement of Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Martha Laning on Tonight’s Democratic Debate

Statement of Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Martha Laning on Tonight’s Democratic Debate

"After tonight, I am more confident than ever that the American people will choose Democratic leadership this November."

Legislative Republicans Continue Harm to Wisconsin Women, Children

Legislative Republicans Continue Harm to Wisconsin Women, Children

Assembly Republicans Pass Attack on Women’s Health Care Access, Put Domestic Violence Victims at Risk

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act Conference Report

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act Conference Report

“I believe this legislation falls far short in taking on China’s currency manipulation and that is why I voted against cloture.”

Assembly Republicans Vote Again to Block Essential Health Care Services at Planned Parenthood

Assembly Republicans Vote Again to Block Essential Health Care Services at Planned Parenthood

This is the third bill to pass on a party line vote that specifically cuts funding for preventative health care for patients at Planned Parenthood.

#TBT: State of the State Promises, One Month Later
#TBT

State of the State Promises, One Month Later

Republicans in the Legislature are poised to end the session with more bad fiscal news and additional cuts to public school classrooms.

Seniors Advocates Endorse Russ Feingold’s Senate Bid

Seniors Advocates Endorse Russ Feingold’s Senate Bid

Russ is committed to providing Wisconsin's seniors with the dignity of a secure retirement and is dedicated to protecting Social Security and the well-being of all Wisconsin seniors.

Governor Scott Walker Announces DOR Anti-Fraud Initiatives Save Taxpayers $192 Million Over Five Years

Governor Scott Walker Announces DOR Anti-Fraud Initiatives Save Taxpayers $192 Million Over Five Years

The money saved from potential tax refund fraud during the past five tax seasons has increased by $121 million, or 170 percent over the previous five years.

Legislation to Aid Disabled Taxicab Riders Passes the State Assembly

Legislation to Aid Disabled Taxicab Riders Passes the State Assembly

SB 275 has now passed both the State Assembly and State Senate and will now head to the Governor.

Healthy Babies, Working Mothers Act Receives Hearing with Strong Public Support

Healthy Babies, Working Mothers Act Receives Hearing with Strong Public Support

Advocates, health care professionals and mothers spoke in support of workplace breastfeeding accommodations

Rep. Barnes Welcomes Janan Atta Najeeb to the Wisconsin State Assembly

Rep. Barnes Welcomes Janan Atta Najeeb to the Wisconsin State Assembly

She is the first Muslim woman to ever lead the Wisconsin State Assembly in prayer.

Amid Obama Budget Cuts, Coalition Urges Congress to Again Stand up for Great Lakes

Amid Obama Budget Cuts, Coalition Urges Congress to Again Stand up for Great Lakes

The Obama Administration’s budget recommends cutting the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative from $300 million as currently appropriated to $250 million

MCTS Announces Free Bus Pass Program to Help People Register to Vote or Obtain a Picture ID

MCTS Announces Free Bus Pass Program to Help People Register to Vote or Obtain a Picture ID

The program is only for organizations who will then administer the passes.