Politics

A step forward for justice in the shooting death of Sylville Smith

A step forward for justice in the shooting death of Sylville Smith

Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey December 15, 2016

Jail Deaths Bring Empty Promises and Political Witch Hunt

Jail Deaths Bring Empty Promises and Political Witch Hunt

Sheriff Clarke has launched internal investigations on each of the in-custody jail deaths.

Just Like in Gov. Walker’s Wisconsin, North Carolina and Michigan GOP Seek to Rig the Rules to Preserve Their Power
Statement on homicide charges against Sylville Smith shooter

Statement on homicide charges against Sylville Smith shooter

"Today's announcement that charges have been brought on Sylville Smith's shooter is an important step toward justice for Sylville, his family and friends, and a community that mourns his death."

Speaker Paul Ryan Shows Loyalty Lies with Putin and the Kremlin, Not the American People

Speaker Paul Ryan Shows Loyalty Lies with Putin and the Kremlin, Not the American People

The response from Speaker Ryan shows the worst kind of partisanship.

Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Necessary in the 115th Congress

Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Necessary in the 115th Congress

Civil asset forfeiture is a tool law enforcement officials and departments use to seize property that they believe has been involved in criminal activity.

Obama Administration Protects Access to Health Care for Millions of People

Obama Administration Protects Access to Health Care for Millions of People

While the rule provides strong protections, it could face attacks.

Sheriff Clarke Rejects Invitation to Meet with Judiciary Committee

Sheriff Clarke Rejects Invitation to Meet with Judiciary Committee

Members of the Committee released a joint statement regarding Clarke's absence.

Once Again Clarke No-shows on the Citizens of Milwaukee County

Once Again Clarke No-shows on the Citizens of Milwaukee County

"This is another instance of David A. Clark, Jr. abandoning his responsibility to those who elected him and he needs to resign now."

Scott Walker Celebrates Season of Giving … With Fundraiser for Himself

Scott Walker Celebrates Season of Giving … With Fundraiser for Himself

$5,000, $2,500, $1,000 or $500 Donations to His Campaign Are What Governor Walker Wants for Christmas

Statement urging the resignation or removal of Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke.

Statement urging the resignation or removal of Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke.

Today, Senator Chris Larson, Representative Jonathan Brostoff, and Representative Christine Sinicki released the following statement urging the resignation or removal of Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke.

Lead Service Line Replacement Plan

Lead Service Line Replacement Plan

Mayor Tom Barrett released the following statement regarding the Common Council’s vote on the lead service line replacement plan