Politics

Governor Walker Announces “Back to School” Sales Tax Holiday

Governor Walker Announces “Back to School” Sales Tax Holiday

Sales tax holiday to be included in 2017-19 biennial budget, saves Wisconsin families an estimated $11 million annually

Senator Johnson Put Politics Above Fighting Zika…Again

Senator Johnson Put Politics Above Fighting Zika…Again

He voted against multiple bills that would have provided funding to fight Zika.

Erpenbach Vows to Again Seek Legislative Accountability for Veterans Budget

Erpenbach Vows to Again Seek Legislative Accountability for Veterans Budget

“The nursing home fund raid without Legislative approval is not business as usual as Governor Walker and DVA bureaucrats would like you to believe.”

Northwestern history professor to give inaugural talk for new Latin American Studies major and minor

Northwestern history professor to give inaugural talk for new Latin American Studies major and minor

Dr. Geraldo L. Cadava will present a lecture, “Latin America and the Roots of Latino Conservatism,” on Sept. 15, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Abele’s “asinine” comment regarding Public Safety Action Plan way off base

Abele’s “asinine” comment regarding Public Safety Action Plan way off base

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan September 6, 2016

Ryan Solen supports unions this Labor Day but Paul Ryan flakes

Ryan Solen supports unions this Labor Day but Paul Ryan flakes

Paul Ryan, however, supports unions only when they benefit him or his family.

Statement from Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair on UW-Madison Efforts to Improve Racial Climate

Statement from Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair on UW-Madison Efforts to Improve Racial Climate

"As a mother who has a child attending UW-Madison, I am grateful the school is taking the appropriate steps to ensure she receives an education in the most inclusive environment possible," said Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Martha Laning.

‘Hard Questions’ About Sen. Ron Johnson’s Opposition to Common Sense Student Debt Reforms Provoke Unhinged Radio Rant

‘Hard Questions’ About Sen. Ron Johnson’s Opposition to Common Sense Student Debt Reforms Provoke Unhinged Radio Rant

But Still No Answers From Sen Johnson, Ph.D. in Washington D.C. Doublespeak

Labor Day: Promise fulfilled but threatened
Labor Day

Promise fulfilled but threatened

As we mark this Labor Day with our families, let’s also pause to remember the sacrifices of those the holiday commemorates.

Ron Johnson’s Beltway Blunder: The “Single Moms” Edition
Ron Johnson’s Beltway Blunder

The “Single Moms” Edition

Senator Johnson has a long record of failure when it come to fighting for women.

Rahm Emanuel and Chicago get it—How about Milwaukee?

Rahm Emanuel and Chicago get it—How about Milwaukee?

Chicago to hire hundreds of new officers to address deadly violence

Republicans Ignore Pattern Of Neglect At King Veterans Home, Shrug Off Whistleblower Complaints

Republicans Ignore Pattern Of Neglect At King Veterans Home, Shrug Off Whistleblower Complaints

According to reports, complaints from whistle-blowers and families of veterans in the home have persisted for years.