http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/doug-la-follette-record-s460.pngSecretary La Follette retiring effective today, March 17, after serving more than 40 years in office. Gov. Evers is appointing former State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski to complete term.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/banking-silicon-valley-bank-2023-s460.pngNo one has lost money since 1933, but many worry that coming to the aid of the banks won’t put a stop to future risky banking.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/marijuana-hemp-dairy-farmers-wi-s5.jpgRepublican's refusal to legalize marijuana is fiscally irresponsible. We lost millions in taxes to Illinois in 2022, not to mention Michigan and soon Minnesota. It's time to end our island of prohibition.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/tourism_wis-dells-s441.jpgGovernor’s budget proposes significant investments to promote local tourism, attract large-scale events, and supports the arts.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/uwgb-students-1-s5.jpgSlick ad campaigns will not keep or lure the best and brightest to Wisconsin. Young people need a good reason to pick our area, and passing the Higher Ed/Lower Debt bill to allow them to refinance their student loans at lower interest rates would be a start.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/drunk-driving-crash-s5.jpgAttorney General Candidate Josh Kaul on TV report describing how delays in processing at the Wisconsin Department of Justice let dangerous offenders walk free "awaiting lab results".
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/walker_waves_s5.jpgDecision to reject the federal Medicaid expansion has cost Wisconsin taxpayers over $1 billion. GOP waiver would extend costly plan and deny families health care.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/thanksgiving-family-dinner-s5.jpgConversations around the Thanksgiving dinner table reveal people are confused about health care, spending more and unhappy about health insurance coverage. Approaching deadlines are adding a sense of urgency.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/walker-open-for-business-s5.jpgGOP attacks on working families cost Wisconsin thousands of jobs.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/deer-hunting-s5.jpgSen. Vinehout writes about her experience deer hunting on her farm in western Wisconsin, the sights, sounds and beauty of hunting on opening day. She also wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving, and she hopes you enjoy reading her story.
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