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  • Is ‘democratic socialist’ a good or bad label?

    Also: Can consumers afford Tom Tiffany? Share with a friend 👆🏻 Click above if this newsletter gets cut off by your email program!   It’s always nice to be reminded that there are still some nice people in the sports world who didn’t let becoming rich and famous turn them into jerks. In Wisconsin alone…


  • We found the spot for your next brew in WI

    Plus: About the Mohican history in Wisconsin Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. As I mentioned yesterday, I’m back from my travels, and we’re back to our regular schedule. I had the most amazing time in Italy. My mom, dad, brother, and I started our journey in Venice, then we made…


  • Know what you’re voting for in WI

    Plus: Missy Hughes drops out of gubernatorial race Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. I’m back and better than ever! I had an amazing time across the pond in Italy, but we’ve got a lot to catch up on. Let’s jump in. Election season is quickly approaching, with midterms happening…


  • Have a first choice for governor yet?

    Also: Fake electors court update Share with a friend 👆🏻 Click above if this newsletter gets cut off by your email program!   🥩 Did you ever make plans for dinner but then someone else wanted to meet you for lunch — and you missed breakfast, so you ate too much for lunch and now…


  • Wisconsin, do you know your district?

    Plus: Your weekend plans are inside this newsletter Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. Happy Wednesday! And happy middle of the week to you—we’re almost there! Today’s newsletter will be the only send this week while I’m out of office, so we’ve got a lot to cover. Of course, we have…


  • It’s patio season! Here’s where to go in WI.

    Plus: This WI abortion clinic won’t back down Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. TGIF! I hope everyone stayed safe during the storms that swept across the state the last few days, and that you enjoy the beautiful weather this weekend. As I mentioned, I’m headed out of town and crossing the…


  • What happens at a state political convention?

    Also: The best smells of Wisconsin Share with a friend 👆🏻 Click above if this newsletter gets cut off by your email program!   You could call it an example of “game recognize game” this weekend when the author of your Thursday supper club-themed newsletter visits the dark and cozy confines of The Tornado Room,…


  • Celebrate Pride Month the Wisconsin way

    Plus: Tiffany says some Jan. 6 rioters deserve payouts Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. I’ve been asking to hear your book recommendations over the past few days. Here’s what you all have shared: “Theo of Golden. Excellent!” — Gail P. “I have been on a major Hailey Edwards kick, she…


  • How to fight back against corruption in WI

    Plus: Meet the candidates for WI’s 17th Senate District Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. We’ve got a lot going on in our state, so let’s jump in. First, President Donald Trump visited Chippewa County in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District last Friday. This is one of the most competitive congressional districts…


  • 47 free outdoor screenings across Wisconsin

    Plus: President Trump’s Wisconsin visit Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. Although the warm weather is staying, we’re now headed into storm season. As I’ve mentioned before, my brother is a storm chaser, and he’s got you covered on anything you need to know about Wisconsin weather. Be sure to follow…