http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/childcare-dropoff-s460.pngSenator Smith highlights a new report on the state of childcare in Wisconsin which found that parents are giving up an estimated $1.1 billion in lost income to solve their childcare needs by leaving the workforce.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/businesses-micro-ethnically-diverse3-s443.jpgWe continue to be in one of the best fiscal positions in state history.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/coronavirus-office-closed-wi-politico-s5.jpgWisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan Governors on the frontlines of the pandemic response demand answers from the former president.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/foxconn-wall-s5.jpgMove may be latest example of Scott Walker failing to force Foxconn to keep their end of the bargain.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/clean-drinking-water-s5.jpgNonprofit, nonpartisan organization founded to protect Wisconsin's public health and natural resources steps into the election process big this year to ensure elected leaders hear the priorities of people.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/scott-walker-photo-jeramey-jannene-2018-02-09-s5.jpgFormer Walker Cabinet insider reveals how the Governor’s lack of ethics and continued efforts to conceal the operations of government from public view stopped him and others from providing the best, cost effective services to Wisconsin's citizens.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/scott_walker_voting_booths-s5.jpgHow the Governor's claim that he supported enacting a state-level law that had the “exact same language” as the Affordable Care Act on pre-existing conditions is a lie to boost a failing campaign.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/high-voltage-lines-farms-s5.jpgNew federal data shows allowing Wisconsinites to buy-into Badgercare as a “Public Option” would slash premiums and deductibles. Data also shows gap with Minnesota is widening.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/foxconn-wall-s5.jpgThe commitment of millions of dollars to Foxconn will impact budget priorities and decisions going forward for many years. So much state funding Foxconn will limit funding for other priorities such as K-12 education and transportation – priorities that are vital to a strong Wisconsin economy.