Republicans lose battle to deny Wisconsinites representation, judge Gov. Scott Walker personally appointed says he violated his "plain and positive duty" to hold special elections in Senate District 1 and Assembly District 42.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/americanhealthcareact_s5.jpgHealth care is ranked as a top issue for 72% of Wisconsin voters according to new Public Policy Polling.

Gun violence has touched all Americans and our students asked us for real solutions. In the end, those in power chose to ignore them and hope they go away.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/boy-in-doc-s5.jpgMilwaukee Legislators say plan is real step, necessary reforms to our troubled juvenile justice system.

Frank Lasee left his constituents behind by resigning his seat representing the 1st District in December. Governor Walker and Senate Republicans fail to call a special election.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/disability-students-s5.jpgThe Senator's proposed Public Assistance Advisory Committee would give those most affected a seat at the table while changes to essential public assistance programs, such as FoodShare and Medicaid, are created and require input from policy experts at the UW.