Elections
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Jodi Habush Sinykin sees potential in a newly-drawn State Senate district where voters are tired of the same old extremism
The Democratic challenger wants to protect women’s healthcare choices while Republican incumbent Sen. Duey Stroebel supports treating an 1849 law as a total abortion ban.
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Opinion: Why I’m voting for the first time, as Gen Z
This is the first election that Up North News’ editorial intern, Josh Skarda, will be able to vote in – here’s why it’s important to him as a member of Gen Z.
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‘Put patriotism ahead of partisanship’ – Liz Cheney issues a call to duty in the Wisconsin birthplace of the Republican Party
The exiled Republican implored other conservatives who feel politically homeless to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris and defeat Trumpism. Ripon, Wisconsin, may be the birthplace of the Grand Old Party, but one of the nation’s most prominent anti-Trump Republicans visited Ripon College on Thursday to urge fellow conservatives to put country over party…
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VIDEO: What Public Issues Are Impacting to This City Council President?
Local governments rely on federal funding for a lot of things – like infrastructure, health care, and public safety. Emily Berge understands that, and as the City Council President in Eau Claire, she knows who she votes for is going to affect everyone in her community. Here are a few of the things she’ll be…
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VIDEO: Former Walz Student Reacts to VP Debate
Andrew, a former student of Governor Tim Walz shared his reaction to Tuesday’s Vice Presidential debate and what it was like having Gov. Walz as a teacher. 🎥: Elisabeth Montemurro @upnorthnews Andrew, a former student of Governor Tim Walz shared his reaction to Tuesday's Vice Presidential debate and what it was like having Gov. Walz…
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VIDEO: 5 Things First Time Voters Should Know
As Election Day gets closer, it’s understandable that many first-time voters might be confused, overwhelmed, or anxious as they prepare to cast their ballots. UpNorthNews Correspondent Kianna (@kianna1201 ) has the details: @upnorthnews As Election Day gets closer, it’s understandable that many first-time voters might be confused, overwhelmed, or anxious as they prepare to cast…
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Wausau’s conservative mayor relocates a ballot drop box on his own, a potential ethics and criminal violation
The city attorney advised Doug Diny not to tamper with the drop box outside of City Hall. The local district attorney and state Elections Commission have been asked to investigate.
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VIDEO: This 18-Year-Old Says Don’t Be Discouraged to Vote
Lander Levers of Ellsworth might only be 18-years-old, but he knows voting is more than just a civic duty. What does it mean for Wisconsinites? 🎥: Salina Heller @upnorthnews Lander Levers of Ellsworth might only be 18-years-old, but he knows voting is more than just a civic duty. What does it mean for Wisconsinites? 🎥:…
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VIDEO: Why It Was Important for a Minnesota Mom to Bring Her Daughter to Harris-Walz Rally
It was important for Jessie Nowak to bring her daughter, Kate, from southern Minnesota to Eau Claire last month to be part of the Harris-Walz campaign rally. For them, protecting freedoms hits home. Plus, they can’t say enough good things about their governor. 🎥: Salina Heller @upnorthnews It was important for Jessie Nowak to bring…
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‘Action is the antidote to despair’ – Sarah Keyeski runs to be a voice for rural Wisconsin
A Joan Baez song lyric helped inspire the creation of Lift Lodi for the mother turned organizer turned Senate candidate.
