Politics
Statement on passage of dismantling of GAB and campaign finance deform bills
“Republicans have dismantled a transparent and accountable Legislature.”
Nov 7th, 2015 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Layoffs mount as GOP attacks government accountability
Over 10,000 Wisconsin workers have been affected by mass layoffs and business closings this year compared to 6,186 workers in all of 2014.
Nov 6th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Wisconsinites laid off while politicians line their pockets
“Over 10,000 workers have been impacted by mass layoffs and plant closings in 2015.”
Nov 6th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Extraordinary Session Should Put People First – Not Politicians
“Republicans have debated for weeks about how to funnel more money into politics, but have not spent one minute trying to address the real issues facing Wisconsin families.”
Nov 6th, 2015 by Katrina Shankland
While Wisconsin Economy Flounders, Republicans Take “Extraordinary” Measures to Put More Money in Politics
Assembly Democrats Call on Republicans to Add Jobs Bills to Extraordinary Session
Nov 6th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Governor Walker, WEDC Must Do More to Help Wisconsin Companies
“I also am renewing my call for WEDC to discuss not only Oscar Mayer but the many other vital Wisconsin companies we need to keep in Wisconsin, at our board meeting next week.”
Nov 6th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Baldwin, Blumenthal Call for VA Inspector General Investigation into Security of Veterans’ Personal Information
“While this particular incident occurred in Wisconsin, we believe the issue is one of national importance and request that you conduct a system-wide review of the Department’s practice,” the Senators wrote.
Nov 6th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Call for Full Investigation into Wrongful Discharge of Servicemembers with Mental Health Disorders
Senators’ request comes after allegations that more than 22,000 soldiers have been dismissed for misconduct after mental health disorder diagnosis
Nov 5th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Governor Scott Walker Releases Statement Regarding First Meeting of the Commission on Government Reform, Efficiency, and Performance
Governor Scott Walker released the following statement today regarding the first meeting of the Commission on Government Reform, Efficiency, and Performance.
Nov 5th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Milwaukee County Board Passes Measure Calling for Creation of an Office on African American Affairs
Resolution by Supervisor Khalif Rainey Seeks to Identify and Address Issues In the African American Community
Nov 5th, 2015 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Russ Feingold Announces Veterans Advisory Committee
Group of 15 Wisconsin veterans will assist campaign for U.S. Senate
Nov 5th, 2015 by Russ Feingold
Senators Introduce SAVE Benefits Act to Boost Social Security and Other Critical Benefits for Seniors, Veterans
Without legislation, Social Security recipients, veterans face rare, zero cost-of-living increase in 2016
Nov 5th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
