Politics

Republican Tax Giveaways Force UW Budget Cuts

Republican Tax Giveaways Force UW Budget Cuts

UW-Green Bay, UWM, and UW-Madison have all reported on the negative impacts Walker’s budget cuts are having on their ability to provide a quality education to their students.

Another 4-4 Decision at the Supreme Court as Ron Johnson and Senate Republicans to Refuse to do Their Jobs

Another 4-4 Decision at the Supreme Court as Ron Johnson and Senate Republicans to Refuse to do Their Jobs

With governing on hold as Republicans play politics with the court, Americans are growing increasingly frustrated.

Governor Walker Signs Legislation Protecting Wisconsin’s Children

Governor Walker Signs Legislation Protecting Wisconsin’s Children

Children with disabilities and those children repeatedly physically abused gain new protections

Sensenbrenner to Receive Prestigious Justice Award from the American Bar Association

Sensenbrenner to Receive Prestigious Justice Award from the American Bar Association

“My legislative priorities in Congress have always been guided by my desire to serve the people of this nation while respecting and upholding the rule of law.”

Statement of 10th District Alderman Michael J. Murphy

Statement of 10th District Alderman Michael J. Murphy

Congratulations to Alderman Ashanti Hamilton on his election as Common Council President.

Supervisor Theodore Lipscomb, Sr. Re-Elected Chairman of the Milwaukee County Board
Supervisor Steve F. Taylor Re-Elected County Board 2nd Vice Chairman

Supervisor Steve F. Taylor Re-Elected County Board 2nd Vice Chairman

“I also encourage County Executive Chris Abele, who attended today’s meeting, to work with the County Board to help solve this County’s problems locally instead of running to Madison to consolidate his power.”

With Low Approval Ratings in Wisconsin, Senator Johnson Turns to Billionaires to Fund his Campaign

With Low Approval Ratings in Wisconsin, Senator Johnson Turns to Billionaires to Fund his Campaign

Two super PACs tied to the senator combined to rake in over $1.1 million last quarter with more than half of that coming from just two donors.

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Encourages States to Expand Medicaid with New Legislation

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Encourages States to Expand Medicaid with New Legislation

Bill would ensure equal level of federal matching funds for states expanding Medicaid after 2014

Diverse coalition voices support for Alderman Hamilton as Council President

Diverse coalition voices support for Alderman Hamilton as Council President

A diverse group of newly-elected and newly re-elected members of the Milwaukee Common Council today voiced their support for Alderman Ashanti Hamilton to serve as the next Common Council President.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Officially Welcomes New County Board Members

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Officially Welcomes New County Board Members

"This group brings talent, passion, and experience to the County."

Milwaukee DA John Chisholm Announces Re-election Bid

Milwaukee DA John Chisholm Announces Re-election Bid

The District Attorney’s office under Chisholm’s leadership has been instrumental in establishing many initiatives that not only take violent offenders off the streets, but also reduce crime.