http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/patty-schachtner-s5.jpgFacing an Avalanche of Outside Money, Patty Schachtner Prevails in Western Wisconsin.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/patty-schachtner-farm-s5.jpgPatty Schachtner overcomes the odds in Senate District 10 race to win seat previously held by Republican Sen. Sheila Harsdorf for 16 years. Democrats show gains in Assembly District 58 and win unopposed in 66.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/public-hearing-empty-s5.jpgLast week, 49 committees took action on 150 bills. This hasty process allows for out-of-state “Shadow Legislature” groups to push for action on bills while Wisconsin citizens struggle to keep up with the process and make their voice heard.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/boy-in-doc-s5.jpgWalker and GOP have kicked Lincoln Hills crisis down the road for years. Democrats introduce correction reform proposals to improve safety now.