Politics
It’s Time to Take Action to Prevent Senseless Acts of Violence
"We must stand up to the gun lobby that refuses to change and we must reject excuses from politicians who refuse to make an effort to prevent future tragedies."
Jun 13th, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Representative Brostoff Thanks the UW Credit Union for their Commitment to their Employees
Last Session, Rep. Brostoff was a co-sponsor of Assembly Bill 264 which would have raised minimum wage to $15 per hour.
Jun 13th, 2016 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Marisabel Cabrera Issues Statement on Public Safety
Focus to be placed on providing resources for first responders, increasing city safety
Jun 13th, 2016 by Marisabel Cabrera
Pocan Statement on Mass Shooting in Orlando
“As we grapple with the horrific events that took place yesterday morning in Orlando, my thoughts are with the families of the victims and everyone affected during Pride Month.”
Jun 13th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan
Statement from Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair on the Mass Shooting in Orlando, Florida
"This was an act of terror; this was an act of hate, and this was an attack on all of us."
Jun 13th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
US Rep Moore Stands By LGBT Community in Wake of Pulse Nightclub Shooting
"This savage act was carried out in an effort to intimidate and terrify our LGBT brothers and sisters."
Jun 12th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Representative Brostoff Stands with Inmates Protesting for Humane Treatment
"There is endless evidence for the harmful psychological effects that solitary confinement has on an individual."
Jun 10th, 2016 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Sen. Taylor’s Statement on the Withdrawal of Planned Changes to Family Care and IRIS.
All four Democrats on the Joint Committee on Finance opposed the changes since day one.
Jun 10th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
DNR Quietly Adopts AG’s Opinion on High-Capacity Wells
Most of state’s water will now be unprotected from high-use wells
Jun 10th, 2016 by Clean Wisconsin
Statement from Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair on 53rd Anniversary of Equal Pay Act
"Sadly, here in Wisconsin we have seen right-wing Republicans fight tooth and nail against equal pay for equal work legislation."
Jun 10th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Commonsense Prevails… For Now
"While we may have won the battle today, we have seen attempts from Governor Walker and legislative Republicans to resurrect their unpopular and ineffective policies despite their initial failure and massive public opposition."
Jun 10th, 2016 by State Rep. Chris Taylor
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces New Bathroom Policy
“As of today, the restrooms in my office are gender neutral."
Jun 10th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
