Politics

4 bills signed into law to promote healthy, safe adoptions in Wisconsin

4 bills signed into law to promote healthy, safe adoptions in Wisconsin

The Adoption Protection Package focuses on crisis prevention, pre-adoptive training requirements, access to post-adoptive resources, and implements safeguards for children adopted from other states and countries.

New Law Grants CHIPS Protections to Child Trafficking Victims

New Law Grants CHIPS Protections to Child Trafficking Victims

The law aligns Wisconsin with the federal Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act.

Governor Walker Signs Bill to Crack Down on Repeat Drunk Drivers

Governor Walker Signs Bill to Crack Down on Repeat Drunk Drivers

Legislation signed on the anniversary of the tragic loss of three young lives

Sen. Taylor calls for special session on juvenile corrections and more funding

Sen. Taylor calls for special session on juvenile corrections and more funding

In a letter dated today, Senator Taylor urged Governor Walker to call a special session of the Legislature to take up Senate Bills 803 and 804.

Gibson Campaign: Darrol Gibson Announces His Candidacy for State Representative
Gibson Campaign

Darrol Gibson Announces His Candidacy for State Representative

Darrol is a political organizer who has helped to put hard working Democrats in office at every level of government.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Celebrates Earth Day 2016

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Celebrates Earth Day 2016

Since taking office, the county executive has prioritized environmental activism in every department, from Parks to Transportation to Facilities Management.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on the 46th Anniversary of Earth Day

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on the 46th Anniversary of Earth Day

"The Republican Party still refuses to even acknowledge climate change is real, let alone do something about it."

Groups React as States and Provinces Commit to Reconvene in May to Continue Debate on Precedent-Setting Great Lakes Water Diversion

Groups React as States and Provinces Commit to Reconvene in May to Continue Debate on Precedent-Setting Great Lakes Water Diversion

It is critical that any diversion proposal meet the rigorous requirements of the Compact which were developed to safeguard the Great Lakes.

Senator Johnson’s Refusal to do His Job Started the Day He Took Office

Senator Johnson’s Refusal to do His Job Started the Day He Took Office

It’s the height of hypocrisy that Johnson is campaigning to reduce bureaucratic red tape as he personally creates more delays and backlogs.

Wis. Nonprofits Want US Dept. of Justice to Challenge Voter ID Law

Wis. Nonprofits Want US Dept. of Justice to Challenge Voter ID Law

They Cite Recent Evidence of “Racist Intent”

Taylor, Stakeholders Call on GOP to Fund Voter ID Information Campaign

Taylor, Stakeholders Call on GOP to Fund Voter ID Information Campaign

Campaign required as state prepares for 1 million additional voters in November

Rep. LaTonya Johnson Announces Endorsement of Mayor Tom Barrett

Rep. LaTonya Johnson Announces Endorsement of Mayor Tom Barrett

“I wholeheartedly offer my support and endorsement of LaTonya Johnson’s candidacy for the 6th Senate District,” said Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett.