National Politics
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Vice president candidates present stark contrast on voting issues
Vice president candidates present stark contrast on voting issues. Here’s what you need to know about Tim Walz and JD Vance.
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Major drugmakers capped cost of asthma inhalers at $35 per month after investigation from Democrats
AstraZeneca, Boehringer Ingelheim, and GlaxoSmithKline all agreed to cap the price of asthma inhalers earlier this year following an investigation by a Democratic-led Senate Committee.
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A chief architect of Project 2025 is ready to shock Washington if Donald Trump wins a second term
A chief architect of Project 2025 — the controversial conservative blueprint to remake the federal government — Vought is likely to be appointed to a high-ranking post in a second Trump administration. And he’s been drafting a so-far secret “180-Day Transition Playbook” to speed the plan’s implementation to avoid a repeat of the chaotic start…
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VIDEO: Is this Wisconsin woman ready to see Kamala Harris elected?
Kamala Harris promises compassion over chaos in her campaign and leadership. That’s something that one western Wisconsin woman appreciates, as she describes the presumptive Democratic nominee as a “thoughtful and wise leader.” @upnorthnews Kamala Harris promises compassion over chaos in her campaign and leadership. That’s something that one western Wisconsin woman appreciates, as she describes…
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What Wisconsin needs to know about Tim Walz, our next-door neighbor and Kamala Harris’ running mate
As governor of Minnesota, Walz has made school lunches free for all students, created a paid family and medical leave program, increased public school funding, legalized recreational marijuana, made abortion a fundamental right under state law, and protected fans buying tickets online to see Taylor Swift.
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VIDEO: Wisconsin Man: ‘I think we’ve taken leadership for granted’
More countries are electing women to high political offices. The United Nations says about 30 have been serving as heads of state for the last couple of years and they’re earning praise for their innovative and effective leadership. David Jones of Eau Claire says women can offer fresh perspectives on challenges and says this is…
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Republicans keep lying about ‘post-birth’ abortions and ‘abortion up until birth.’ Here’s the reality.
For decades, Republicans have spread misinformation — and outright lies — about abortions later in pregnancy, while also spreading conspiracy theories about nonexistent “post-birth” abortions. Here, we separate fact from fiction.
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Why excitement is palpable with a Kamala Harris candidacy in Wisconsin
The second woman and the second person of color is poised to secure the nomination of a major political party. People in Wisconsin are feeling pride and optimism because a Kamala Harris presidential win would serve as another historical benchmark that many see as overdue.
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Wisconsinites rally behind Vice President Kamala Harris and her vision for the future
People all over the Badger State are highlighting the historic legislative success of the Biden-Harris Administration as well as the vice president’s career.
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Kamala Harris supports major changes to Supreme Court
Harris and President Biden are calling on Congress to establish term limits and a more binding, enforceable code of ethics for Supreme Court justices. “These popular reforms will help to restore confidence in the Court, strengthen our democracy, and ensure no one is above the law,” Harris said.
