Politics
U.S. Supreme Court Ruling a Victory for Women and Families
“The Supreme Court has powerfully reaffirmed a woman’s constitutional right to make her own decisions about her health, family, and future, no matter her zip code.”
Jun 27th, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Erpenbach on Supreme Court decision in Texas abortion restrictions
Statement from State Senator Jon Erpenbach on the US Supreme Court decision to reject admitting privileges and clinic shutdown laws
Jun 27th, 2016 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Taking “Home” out of Home Rule
Joint Statement from All Members of the Common Council
Jun 24th, 2016 by Milwaukee Common Council
U.S. Rep Moore on Brexit Vote
"While it’s too soon to project just how this will impact Wisconsin, it is clearly an unwelcome blow to our economy, at least in the short-term."
Jun 24th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Workplace Protections
Vance v. Ball State University has made it more difficult for workers to receive justice when they are harassed by their supervisors at work
Jun 24th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Scott Walker’s Economy Isn’t About Helping Everyday Wisconsinites
Report shows under Scott Walker and the Republican's control from 2009 to 2013, the top 1% saw their incomes grow by 12%, while the other 99% only saw a 4.7% increase in their incomes
Jun 24th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Update regarding Opportunity Schools and Partnership Plan (OSPP)
No decision was reached today.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Governor Walker Releases Statement on U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision on Unconstitutional Executive Lawmaking
"I will continue to defend against unchecked executive power."
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Statement on Milwaukee Residency Requirement Ruling
“Decisions regarding residency requirements should be left to local communities to make.”
Jun 23rd, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Republican Education Cuts Hurt Wisconsin Families
Families left behind as wealthy special interests benefit
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement On House Democrats’ Sit-In
"I applaud Wisconsin leaders like Rep. Gwen Moore, Rep. Mark Pocan, Rep. Ron Kind, and Sen. Tammy Baldwin for common-sense solutions to prevent tragedies like the recent mass shooting in Orlando."
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
After 24 Hour Democratic Sit-In Demanding Action on Gun Violence, Pocan Calls for Continued Solidarity
"The gun violence epidemic affects our communities every day and it is past time for Congress to address this issue. Enough is enough.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan
