Politics

Gov. Walker chooses right-wing extremism over Wisconsin’s health

Gov. Walker chooses right-wing extremism over Wisconsin’s health

Rep. Barca calls on Republican legislators to do the right thing on health care

Initial Reaction to Walker Decision to Turn Down Medicaid Money

Initial Reaction to Walker Decision to Turn Down Medicaid Money

At a news conference in Madison this afternoon Governor Scott Walker announced his plans to turn down billions of dollars in new federal Medicaid money to fill the holes in Wisconsin’s BadgerCare program.

Supervisor Condemns Meddling that Caused Resignation

Supervisor Condemns Meddling that Caused Resignation

“While Poulus’ boss may have given him some well-intentioned career advise to help him avoid the discomfort of a politically volatile situation, I am dismayed to hear that ‘punishing’ Poulus was even discussed by elected officials, much less demanded by them.”

Supervisor Mayo Challenges County Executive Claims in State of the County Address

Supervisor Mayo Challenges County Executive Claims in State of the County Address

Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. challenged several items in the State of the County speech delivered by the county executive on Monday, February 11, 2013 at the Oak Creek Police Department.

Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Unveils Countywide Governement Reform Initiative

Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Unveils Countywide Governement Reform Initiative

“OUR Milwaukee County” Aimed at Comprehensive, Inclusive and Local Government Reform

Unanimously Approved Audit Plan Has Major Flaws

Unanimously Approved Audit Plan Has Major Flaws

Comprehensive performance plan carelessly tossed aside

County Executive Abele Applauds Gov. Walker’s Commitment to Mental Health

County Executive Abele Applauds Gov. Walker’s Commitment to Mental Health

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele applauds Governor Scott Walker’s announcement today of a $29 million investment in mental health programs and services.

Walker Injects False Issue in Medicaid Decision

Walker Injects False Issue in Medicaid Decision

In response to growing pressure to accept billions of dollars in federal Medicaid money to fill the holes in BadgerCare, and guarantee that over 170,000 Wisconsinites have access to the secure health care they need to prosper and succeed, Governor Walker has been injected a false reason for not taking the money.

Supervisor Alexander Calls for Audit of County Board

Supervisor Alexander Calls for Audit of County Board

Two-Thirds board vote required before proposal can even be heard.

A Proposal to Downsize County Board and Staff

A Proposal to Downsize County Board and Staff

An open letter to the residents of Milwaukee County

Plan to Strengthen BadgerCare Unveiled at State Capitol

Plan to Strengthen BadgerCare Unveiled at State Capitol

Provides another stepping stone to rebuilding Wisconsin’s middle-class

Immigration reform holds promise for Milwaukee, U.S., aldermen say

Immigration reform holds promise for Milwaukee, U.S., aldermen say

The City of Milwaukee and the U.S. stand to benefit under much needed immigration reform principles announced by President Obama earlier this week, Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. and Alderman José G. Pérez said today.