http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/covid-19-protest-madison-s5.jpgSen. Smith writes about the role and responsibility of government. While facing this current public health, we must remind ourselves of all the good our government can do serving its people.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/graduates-2020-s5.pngCelebration goes on, but many unable to participate in traditional graduation ceremonies due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/veterans-memorial-day-2020-s5.jpgThis memorial day, honor the fallen but respect the living by wearing a mask, staying close to home and forgoing large gatherings of people.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/coronavirus-ventilator-s5.jpgLong-Term Care, Home and Community Based Services, and Emergency Medical Services included. Two-part funding stream will support providers most vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/unemployment-wi-wkow-s5.jpgRepublican efforts to discourage people from applying for unemployment benefits cause delays and frustrations during crisis.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wi-national-guard-troops2-s5.jpgTrump plans to end the deployments of more than 40,000 National Guard members a day before thousands would become eligible for federal benefits. We owe them more.