http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/4th-flag-us-2022-s450.png“There is a direct through line from the anti-majoritarian movement to overrule Roe and the anti-democracy efforts of the last decade.” – Nicole Safar, executive director of Law Forward

MADISON - The following is the statement of Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Martha Laning celebrating the 4th of July:

"On this day, across our state, we recall the bravery of those patriots who declared independence from a powerful empire, and we honor the enduring spirit of America that continues to burn so brightly today.

"Even as this day of celebration serves as a reminder of those who made great sacrifices to let America thrive, it also invokes our duty as a people to ensure that our Nation lives up to its promise of a democracy in which all people are created and treated equally under the law. Furthermore, it is a time to envision how our Nation can live up to the purpose and goals of our Constitution when we insist that our leaders protect the most vulnerable Americans and guarantee economic opportunity for all Americans.

"We must not remain complacent with the work already done by our forefathers: we must stride ahead, join together, and carry that same valiant spirit with us as we confront the challenges of tomorrow.

"On our Nation's birthday, we remember and honor the enduring spirit of American democracy, and look forward to the trails we will continue to blaze in unity, equity, inclusiveness, and opportunity for all."

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/scotus-ketanji-brown-jackson-sworn-s437.png“It has taken 232 years and 115 prior appointments for a Black woman to be selected to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States. But we’ve made it. We’ve made it, all of us.” – Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/trump-jan6-attack2.pngPresident repeatedly warned that his effort to overturn the election was illegal and could lead to violence, Republican lawmakers could be further implicated.