Politics
Duffy’s Attacks Are Misplaced
"Like so many other men in the Republican party, Duffy found it easier to verbally attack women in Congress than to stand up to Donald Trump."
Jul 17th, 2019 by State Sen. Lena TaylorRacine takes action to ban conversion therapy
Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson July 17, 2019
Jul 17th, 2019 by Mayor Cavalier JohnsonRaising the federal minimum wage to $15 by 2025 would lift wages for over 33 million workers
The increase would boost total annual wages for these low-wage workers by $92.5 billion, lifting annual earnings for the average affected year-round worker by $2,800.
Jul 17th, 2019 by Economic Policy InstituteGov. Evers Signs Bill to Reform Sign Language Interpreting Licensure System in Wisconsin
"We're working to ensure deaf and hard of hearing folks across our state have access to reliable and experienced interpreters no matter the situation or circumstance."
Jul 17th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversRep. Robyn Vining Continues Fight for Fair Maps
"We are committed to nonpartisan redistricting reform, and will continue to advocate for fair and representative legislative maps."
Jul 16th, 2019 by State Rep. Robyn ViningSensenbrenner Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Innovation and Entrepreneurship
"Innovation and entrepreneurship are the hallmarks of the American economy.
Jul 16th, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Jim SensenbrennerBastille Days Caps Record-Setting Run for Hop Ridership
Streetcar averaging 3,821 riders per day since Summerfest kicked off June 26
Jul 16th, 2019 by Mayor Tom BarrettMilwaukee County Launches Balancing Act
Interactive online tool challenges users to close Milwaukee County’s projected $28 million budget gap using existing and capped revenue options
Jul 16th, 2019 by County Executive Chris AbeleStatement on Nonpartisan Redistricting Reform Bill
"It is time to put people ahead of partisan politics by adopting a fair, nonpartisan redistricting process."
Jul 16th, 2019 by State Rep. Lisa SubeckU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Bipartisan Reform to Rebuild Stronger Roads and Bridges Following Severe Weather Events
"In recent years, communities in Wisconsin have been hit particularly hard by severe weather events and flooding that has washed out roads and damaged highways and bridges."
Jul 16th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinRyan Clancy, candidate for Milwaukee County Supervisor, calls for divestment from Southwest Key
Private contractor Southwest Key is the largest non-profit operating detention centers for children, including children separated from their families, on the southern US border.
Jul 16th, 2019 by Ryan Clancy