State Politics
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Wisconsin leaders praise Biden, rally around Harris to defeat Trump
The president’s withdrawal from the presidential race is followed by Sen. Tammy Baldwin’s immediate endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Despite ‘moderation’ claims, Wisconsin Republicans are still obsessed with attacking the LGBTQ community
From Sen. Ron Johnson’s GOP convention speech to legislative candidates, Republicans haven’t paused in their demeaning attacks on people who don’t conform to their views on gender and sexuality.
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Expect delays, closures, & protests in Milwaukee as the RNC comes to town
As an estimated 50,000 visitors are expected to descend upon Milwaukee next week for the Republican National Convention (RNC), things will look fairly different throughout the city with heightened security protocols, planned protests and road closures. Here’s what to expect.
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WI voters should reject GOP’s effort to ‘privatize public education,’ Rep. Hong says
Rep. Francesca Hong says “that the attack on public education is truly an attack on democracy, and it’s a way to distract us from the fact that they truly do not want to have access to opportunity, to critical thinking and nutritious food available to all students.”
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Courts deal WI GOP setbacks on voting rights, worker rights, environment conservation
A Dane County judge says parts of Act 10 are unconstitutional. The Wisconsin Supreme Court restores ballot drop boxes, rules against Republicans’ blocking funding of certain programs, and agrees to make a final decision on an 1849 abortion law.
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Inside the push for better child and senior care in Wisconsin
Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Wisconsin family advocates amplify the importance of making life more affordable for those engaged in child care and elder care.
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Two years post-Dobbs, Wisconsin looks to the future of reproductive rights
Legal access to abortion remains a crucial talking point in the upcoming Wisconsin US Senate race between Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican candidate Eric Hovde, with the latter having expressed support for the Dobbs decision.
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8 important dates Wisconsin voters should know
The 2024 election is fast-approaching, and whether you’re a first-time voter or a seasoned vet, casting your ballot can still be confusing. There are two things you can do today to make sure your voice is heard this November!
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Opinion – A Question of Faith: Addressing reproductive freedom as a Christian legislator
In this op-ed, state Assembly Rep. LaKeshia N. Myers (D-Milwaukee) discusses her support for reproductive freedom as a Christian legislator.
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Opinion: Wisconsin Republicans are blocking help for Wisconsin families
Despite approved funds, Republicans continue to block support for Wisconsin families.
