Politics
The GOP Blame Game Continues
Walker again refuses to accept responsibility for state’s abysmal economic performance
May 12th, 2016 by Chris TaylorSen. Taylor attends Greater Milwaukee Law Enforcement Memorial
After attending the Greater Milwaukee Law Enforcement Memorial today, Taylor released the following statement
May 11th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena TaylorOSPP Plan to Preserve Funding for MPS, Protect Our Public Schools Meets the Law
Amid questions raised about the legality of the proposal Dr. Means and County Executive Abele sought a formal legal opinion.
May 11th, 2016 by County Executive Chris AbeleStatement on Proposed Rule Modifying DMV Identification Requirements for Voters
"The provision will be more helpful if more people know about it, and that underscores the need for voter education."
May 11th, 2016 by League of Women Voters of WisconsinState representative Kooyenga, teachers’ union president Schroeder to discuss the future of education in Milwaukee
The two guests will discuss what they see as the best ways to improve educational outcomes for Milwaukee children.
May 11th, 2016 by Marquette UniversityBipartisan Legislation Cosponsored by Senator Baldwin Passes the Senate
Improves training & support for first responders to respond to incidents such as oil train derailments in Wisconsin & across the country
May 11th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinGovernor Scott Walker Approves Emergency Rule Easing Access to DMV Identification Documents for Voters
The Division of Motor Vehicles announced a new process to issue photo ID card receipts to those who need them to vote.
May 11th, 2016 by Gov. Scott WalkerUniversity of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Faculty Fuss Leaves Out Important Facts
“Job for life” tenure wrong for Wisconsin
May 10th, 2016 by Gov. Scott WalkerMPS Asked to Say YES to Protect Public Schools
Opportunity Schools Partnership Program Launches Website to Inform Public on Proposal to Keep Funds, Students, and Employees in MPS
May 10th, 2016 by County Executive Chris AbeleLeague of Women Voters of Wisconsin Releases Election Observer Report – Findings and Recommendations
The report shows there is a substantial need for both voter education and training of election officials as to what constitutes acceptable proof of residence for voter registration and photo ID for voting.
May 10th, 2016 by League of Women Voters of WisconsinSchool Districts Using New Way to Exceed State Revenue Limits
147 Districts Have Spent $138 Million Over "Caps" Since 2009
May 9th, 2016 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance“The Ronald and the Donald Show” – SCOTUS Edition
Americans don’t trust Trump to nominate SCOTUS Justices, but Johnson does.
May 9th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin