http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/trump-insurrection1-s5.pngSen. Jeff Smith writes about challenges that have arisen threatening our rights as citizens in a democratic republic. As Americans, participation by the people is key to holding onto our democracy.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/trump-jan6-attack-s450.pngDemocracy Campaign's Matt Rothschild comments on the current anti-democracy madness in Wisconsin.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/new-year-happy-s5.jpgSen, Jeff Smith writes about what he's looking forward to accomplishing in the upcoming New Year.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/justice-statue-s5.jpgGovernor announces another 30 pardons granted, bringing total to 337