http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/human-trafficking-s460.pngHuman trafficking has long been a hidden issue in our state, invisible to everyone except those closely connected to this underground world.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/child-hunger-s5.jpgUSDA approves Wisconsin plan to provide summer food benefits for kids and families.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/healthcare-family-dr-s440.jpgSenator Smith explores the HSHS closure and what it means for preventing other large-scale health system closures in Wisconsin.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/trump-tariffs-s5.jpgIn Wisconsin, as on the national level, Trump is falling behind with women and suburbanites. On the economy, a plurality of voters (45% vs 34%) say that Donald Trump’s policies have hurt more than helped our state.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/trumpdonald_092419getty-s5.jpgPluralities of voters in states most likely to decide the 2020 election support impeaching and removing Donald Trump from office, and cite handling of the economy as a reason to vote for somebody else.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/bill-taylor-testify-s5.jpgWASHINGTON, D.C. - The first two witnesses – diplomats Bill Taylor and George Kent – testify before the House Intelligence Committee on Wednesday as the Democrats’ impeachment inquiry into President Trump shifts to a make-or-break public phase.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wisc-capitol-dome-s5.jpgSen. Smith examines the consequences of elected officials playing the blame game. Specifically, this column mentions the vote of DATCP Secretary, Brad Pfaff, and the increase to title and registration fees.
State Legislature celebrates team after Division I State Championship
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/veterans-012015-s5.jpgOn Veterans Day, we honor the service of all U.S. military veterans who answered the call to serve and defend our nation. Hmong who served in Special Guerilla Units during the Vietnam War also recognized.