Politics

Gov. Evers Grants Pardons to Eight Individuals

Gov. Evers Grants Pardons to Eight Individuals

"Pardons play a very important role in our criminal justice system and society by giving deserving folks a second chance."

This afternoon the City of Milwaukee just got less safe

This afternoon the City of Milwaukee just got less safe

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan November 8, 2019

BLOC Statement on Oct 24th Hit & Run

BLOC Statement on Oct 24th Hit & Run

Reflecting our community, members of BLOC include the family of both the victims and the accused.

Climate and Economic Equity Taskforce Co-chairs Announce Members

Climate and Economic Equity Taskforce Co-chairs Announce Members

News Release from Alderman Nik Kovac

Rep. Anderson Addresses Republican Inaction on Gun Reform

Rep. Anderson Addresses Republican Inaction on Gun Reform

"It is shameful that our state’s Republican lawmakers have once again disregarded our Governor’s attempt to address gun violence in our state."

Time’s Up Tom Barrett

Time’s Up Tom Barrett

"Tom is ineffective."

Rep. Considine Reacts to Legislature’s Inaction During Special Session

Rep. Considine Reacts to Legislature’s Inaction During Special Session

"I believe that the two bills Governor Evers specifically called for would make our communities safer."

Republican Senators, Do Your Job!

Republican Senators, Do Your Job!

"The overwhelming support for these two gun safety ideas demands the Wisconsin Legislature convene, debate, and vote on passage of these bills."

Gov. Evers Announces Theme for 2019 State Capitol Holiday Tree

Gov. Evers Announces Theme for 2019 State Capitol Holiday Tree

In a letter to teachers across the state, Gov. Evers announced the theme for this year is “Celebrate Science.”

VIDEO RELEASE: U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Honors 93 year-old Shawano Veteran
VIDEO RELEASE

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Honors 93 year-old Shawano Veteran

Baldwin visited the home of Phyllis Hafemann Olson to recognize her service in the Cadet Nurse Corps during WWII

Republican Inaction on Gun Safety Fails Wisconsin

Republican Inaction on Gun Safety Fails Wisconsin

Governor Evers and legislative Democrats focus on safety while Republicans play politics

Republicans Ignore 80 Percent of Wisconsinites, Majority of Gun Owners, Refuse to Take Up Gun Safety Reform

Republicans Ignore 80 Percent of Wisconsinites, Majority of Gun Owners, Refuse to Take Up Gun Safety Reform

Despite overwhelming public support for these proposals—including the support of the majority of Wisconsin gun owners—Republicans ignored the will of the people and refused to take up the bills.