Politics
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.
Feb 23rd, 2016 by Mayor Tom Barrett
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..."
Feb 23rd, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
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.
Feb 23rd, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Republicans Failed To Lead During 2015 – 2016 Assembly Session
From: Brandon Weathersby, Communications Director, Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Feb 23rd, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
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.
Feb 23rd, 2016 by JoAnne Kloppenburg
Another Attack on Local Control
"I abhor the assault on local control that has emanated from Madison throughout these last few years."
Feb 23rd, 2016 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
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.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
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.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Mayor Tom Barrett
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.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
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.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
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...”
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes
$62.6 Million Requested to Improve Walking and Biking Across Wisconsin
Only $15.2 million available due to legislative priorities
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Bike Fed
