Stories tagged: "Secretary of State"

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BIPOC 20 Black Men & Women Who Shaped Wisconsin History

From the first slaves fighting for freedom to the modern day leaders rallying for change, Black people have positively and permanently changed the Badger state. This Black History Month, we're sharing their stories.

Christina Lorey Christina Lorey January 23, 2023 12:26 pm CST
Elections John Kraft, former St. Croix County Republican Party chair, has been approved as a poll worker in Hudson despite his violent rhetoric. A City Council member who objected to his appointment was forced to apologize. (Screenshot via River Channel/YouTube)
Elections Ex-GOP Official Who Told People to ‘Prepare for War’ Will Be a Hudson Election Worker

The pushback against a city council member who objected shows GOP's efforts to exert control over all aspects of elections.

Julian Emerson Julian Emerson January 20, 2022 3:14 pm CST
Elections State Capitol dome interior
Elections Years After Stripping the Office of Its Powers, GOP Sees Secretary of State as Key to Controlling Elections

Four Republicans stumping for as a way to diminish, dissolve the Wisconsin Elections Commission.

Christina Lieffring Christina Lieffring January 19, 2022 1:52 pm CST

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