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Kat Klawes

Kat Klawes is a proud Milwaukeean. Kat has a BA in Education from Northern Michigan University and a MA in Education Policy from Marquette University. She has a decade of experience in policy work, community organizing, and she currently works at Citizen Action of Wisconsin.

Sep 2024 5

Opinion: My family’s future is at stake this election. That’s why I’m supporting Kamala Harris.

By Kat Klawes | Election 2024, POLITICS, Kat Klawes

In this op-ed, Milwaukee resident and community organizer Kat Klawes recaps the energy at Kamala Harris and Tim Walz's Milwaukee visit and explains why she’s working to help shape the country she wants to live in.

Kamala Harris and Tim Walz waving to crowd in front of blue sign that reads "Freedom" at Milwaukee event.

Aug 2024 5

Opinion: The hidden toll of medical debt on housing and employment in Wisconsin

By Kat Klawes | HEALTHCARE, POLITICS, Kat Klawes

Medical debt’s unfair toll on housing and employment, and the need for reform.

Medical Debt written on sticky note on top of medical billing statement

Feb 2024 28

Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my life and this is why we have to protect it

By Kat Klawes | HEALTHCARE, POLITICS, COMMUNITY, Kat Klawes

Beyond my cancer diagnosis, I know the benefits of the ACA impact all Americans, even if they don’t have an ACA plan or health crisis.

Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my life and this is why we have to protect it