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Saving Our Democracy: April 25-May 1, 2019
Get personally involved in local politics and social justice causes in and around Milwaukee. Read more
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Meet the First Woman President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO
Elected the first women president of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, Stephanie Bloomingdale has more than two decades of experience in labor as an organizer, negotiator, trainer and activist. Read more
Why Milwaukeeans Should Welcome a Youth Prison
Despite Wisconsin youth prisons being a cesspool of abuse, Milwaukee citizens still oppose a new prison within the city. Read more
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Will Governor Evers Be Able to Give the Voters What They Asked For?
Why is Gov. Tony Evers’ budget getting so much push back from the state legislature? He defeated an incumbent by proposing a new direction for the state, including proposals the voters definitely embraced. Read more
Debunking Five Myths About Medical Marijuana
Legal medical marijuana is an objective of the current state administration, so let’s debunk some widespread myths about it. Read more
Debunking Five Myths About Cannabis
As cannabis legalization is being proposed in Wisconsin, it is time to debunk a few incorrect beliefs about the “devil’s lettuce.” Read more
Evers Administration Brings Cautious Optimism to CloseMSDF Campaign
With a new governor and new incoming secretary of the Department of Corrections, change could be coming soon. Read more
If You Want to See Wisconsin Reform its Marijuana Laws—Please Help
Gov. Tony Evers announced he wants to legalize medical marijuana and decriminalize recreational pot, call your representative to help the reform pass. Read more
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A 'Fair Deal' for Milwaukee County
The Milwaukee County Board and Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele don’t agree on much, but they agree that the county needs financial help from the state. Read more
Enough Politics, Let’s Cut Taxes for Wisconsin Families
In an op-ed, Gov. Tony Evers calls for rolling back handouts to millionaires. Read more
Lack of Investment in Education Breeds Poverty Among Students
Despite a new tuition-free program, MATC students still struggle financially and often rely on handouts to keep attending college. Read more
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Partnered Process Promotes Transparency in Up-and-Coming Industry
“Wisconsin was once one of the largest hemp producers in the nation. I’d like to see that happen again,” says Sam Ward of Partnered Process. Read more
Is It Time to Reform Wisconsin's Cannabis Laws?
While most states, including our nearest neighbors, move quickly toward cannabis reform, Wisconsin is lagging far behind. Read more
Closing the Dark Store Loophole?
For a seemingly abstruse issue, the so-called dark-store loophole in state law received a resounding rejection when it was put on the ballot this past November. Read more
Republicans Celebrate Glorious Victory Destroying Healthcare
Wisconsin’s recently ousted Republican governor and attorney general, Scott Walker and Brad Schimel, finally have something to celebrate. Read more
It's No Secret Republicans Hate Democracy
By stripping Governor-elect Tony Evers and Attorney General-elect Josh Kaul of the power to deliver on their campaign promises, republican legislators have openly opposed the concept of democracy. Read more
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Happy Holidays from Trump's 'Vicious' World
Trump escaped his own vicious world for a brief moment of quiet reflection over Thanksgiving. When he was asked what he was most thankful for, Americans already knew his answer: himself. Read more
The Moment to Take on High Health Costs is Now
Wisconsinites pay more than they should for health care. With the election of Gov. Tony Evers, Kevin Kane of Citizen Action of Wisconsin explains how that can change for the better. Read more
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A Virulent, Rightwing Political Fever Has Broken
Yes, it was disappointing to see that Trump’s inflammatory racism still worked against some outstanding candidates around the country, but it didn’t work in Wisconsin, and Walker’s gone. Read more
Election 2018: Evers and Baldwin Win State Races as Milwaukee Voter Turnout Soars
Democrat Tony Evers narrowly beat Republican incumbent Gov. Scott Walker after a heated race early this morning. Read more
Enough Politics, Let’s Cut Taxes for Wisconsin Families
In an op-ed, Gov. Tony Evers calls for rolling back handouts to millionaires. Read more
