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Andy Gronik's Endorsements for Tuesday's Primary PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Andy Gronik Press Office, Brandon Weathersby   
Friday, 10 August 2018 12:55

andy-gronikFormer Democratic candidate for Governor Andy Gronik shares his picks in Tuesday's primaries.


MILWAUKEE - Traveling throughout Wisconsin listening to the life stories of real people with all political beliefs and shaping their ideas into real plans to make living in Wisconsin better for everyone was one of the greatest privileges of my life. I am so grateful to all of you for being a part of my campaign and for contributing your ideas, passion, time and money to help me.

While I am no longer in the race, I have continued to fight on your behalf because Wisconsinites deserve a true advocate who will work to bring our divided state and country back together again in ways that honor ALL the people who live here.   We’re getting down to the nitty gritty and I’ve come out strong in support of a few candidates because I think they are uniquely qualified to get us back to being Wisconsin.

kelda-roysKelda Roys For Governor — We can’t begin to restore the progressive values needed to put the people of our state back in the driver’s seat unless we beat Gov. Scott Walker.  And, let’s be honest, beating Scott Walker is going to be tough. I got to know all of the candidates for governor very well and I like them all. But I’m supporting Kelda because I think she’s in the best position, with a unique constituency, to beat Walker. It’s that simple.

Please join me in voting for Kelda Roys for Governor on Tuesday, August 14th.

sarah-godlewskiSarah Godlewski For Treasurer — Gov. Walker’s been busy trying to consolidate power to himself and away from the people of our state. I am diametrically opposed to this kind of power-hungry leadership. Sarah has a brilliant financial mind and the Office of the Treasurer is a financial position - let’s not forget that. Sarah is tenacious, leading the fight to save the office Walker was trying to obliterate — and won — let’s not forget that either.

Sarah is not only the fiscal “watchdog" needed right now in Wisconsin, she has the vision needed to claw back the oversight lost by this office over the years. Please join me in voting for Sarah Godlewski for State Treasurer on Tuesday, August 14th.

earnell-lucasEarnell Lucas for Milwaukee County Sheriff — I love that Earnell Lucas, a kid that grew up in the Hillside Terrace public housing development, wants to apply the knowledge he’s gained working to safeguard Major and Minor League Baseball to restoring the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office, which was nationally humiliated by the self-aggrandizing mismanagement of it’s former leader David Clarke.

Sometimes the only way to make systemic changes to up-side-down organizations is by bringing in talented people from the outside to make the changes so desperately needed. And, in Earnell’s case, he will begin the journey of rebuilding honor and professionalism in the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office with a working understanding of the department he once so bravely served. I hope Milwaukee County residents will join me in voting for Earnell Lucas for Milwaukee County Sheriff on Tuesday, August 14th.

Thank you in advance for considering these wonderful candidates on Tuesday and for encouraging all of your friends to do the same. And, thanks again for all you have done to inform and support one of the most amazing and fulfilling journeys of my life.

Warmly,

Andy

Last Updated on Friday, 10 August 2018 13:20
 
Evers to Hold Primary Election Night Event in Madison PDF Print E-mail
Elections, Elected Officials, Political Parties
Written by Tony Evers for Governor, Maggie Gau   
Friday, 10 August 2018 11:44

tony_eversTuesday, August 14th, Top of the Park, doors open to the public at 8:01 PM.


MADISON – On Tuesday, August 14th, 2018, Evers for Wisconsin will hold a primary election night party with supporters at the Best Western Premier Park Hotel in Madison. Supporters will gather after polls close beginning at 8:01 PM to watch returns come in.

WHEN: Tuesday, August 14, 2018, Event doors open to public: 8:01 PM

WHERE: Best Western Premier Park Hotel, 22 S Carroll St, Madison, Top of the Park, 8th Floor

Last Updated on Friday, 10 August 2018 11:52
 
Challenger Sieber Outraises Two Term Incumbent in Assembly District 88 PDF Print E-mail
Elections, Elected Officials, Political Parties
Written by Citizens For Sieber Press   
Tuesday, 07 August 2018 16:55

tomsieberBrown County Supervisor and newcomer to State politics is getting out to talk to people. Says politicians in Madison are no longer concerned about their interests.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 07 August 2018 18:51
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Kelda Roys Endorsed by Rep. Christine Sinicki PDF Print E-mail
Elections, Elected Officials, Political Parties
Written by Kelda for Governor Press   
Monday, 06 August 2018 16:17

kelda-roysLongest-serving woman in the Assembly, and a champion for public education, organized labor, and veterans backs Roys for Governor.


MADISON, WI - Today, State Representative Christine Sinicki announced her endorsement of Kelda Roys. Rep. Sinicki is the longest-serving woman in the Assembly, and a champion for public education, organized labor, and veterans.

christine-sinicki-milw“To build a better future in Wisconsin, we need new leadership,” said Sinicki. “It’s time to unite behind the candidate who is energizing voters all across this state - and that’s Kelda. Kelda is the candidate who can win in November.”

“I’m proud to have earned the endorsement of Rep. Sinicki,” said Roys. “Working alongside her in the Assembly to support Wisconsin families was a privilege, and I’m looking forward to continuing that partnership after we win in November. Together, we will restore opportunity and fairness to Wisconsin.”

Last week, Roys earned the endorsements of the Eau Claire indie band Bon Iver, as well as Diane Ravitch, president of the Network for Public Education, who the Washington Post described as “the titular leader of the grassroots movement against corporate school reform.”

Roys has previously been endorsed by many national and state organizations and leaders, including EMILY’s List, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, NARAL Pro-Choice America, the Wisconsin Gazette, Women’s March WI, National Organization for Women - Wisconsin, Feminist Majority PAC, WUFPAC, Demand Universal Healthcare, Moms Demand Action Candidate Distinction, #VoteProChoice, Andy Gronik, Outagamie Co. Exec. Thomas Nelson, Rep. Lisa Subeck, Rep. JoCasta Zamarripa, Rep. Amanda Stuck, Rep. Nick Milroy, former Sen. Jess King, philanthropist Lynde Uihlein, and hundreds of local elected officials and leaders.

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Kelda Roys, 39, is a small business owner, attorney, former state representative, and past head of NARAL Pro-Choice Wisconsin, who has been standing up for women and families throughout her career. In the Assembly, she stood out as an influential and effective lawmaker, delivering results for working families and helping lead the opposition to Governor Scott Walker’s divisive agenda. As the parent and stepparent of four girls, Roys will fight for paid family leave, affordable childcare, student debt relief, great schools, and healthcare for all. In a year in which Wisconsin voters are ready for change, Kelda Roys provides the clearest contrast to Scott Walker.

 
Mahlon Mitchell Turns Tables on Trackers PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Mahlon Mitchell Press   
Saturday, 04 August 2018 10:37

mahlon_mitchell"Scott Walker’s cronies are harassing me and my voters -- and I’m fighting back!" says Gubernatorial candidate.


With less than 2 weeks until Election Day, my team and I are hard at work! We were knocking doors the other day and ran into a Republican tracker who follows me around everywhere harassing me, my team, and our voters.

This type of behavior has no place in our politics -- so I stood up and spoke out.

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I promise to stand up to Scott Walker and his political machine every step of the way -- as your candidate, and as your governor.

Of course, Scott Walker is now trying to spin this back on me. But his fake outrage is as out of touch as his priorities. As a 20 year firefighter, I don’t need lessons on courage from a governor who has cowered away from the needs of Wisconsinites, like a fully funded public education system, infrastructure investment, affordable healthcare and living wages.

If Scott Walker wanted to hear from me or Wisconsin voters, he would join us out in the community. Instead, he’s sending his staffer to try to intimidate Wisconsin voters.

If you’re ready for a governor who will fight for you and not just take orders from foreign corporations and a handful of billionaires, then make a contribution to our campaign today.

I’m in this fight for you. And I won’t back down. #TogetherWeRise

-- Mahlon

 
Evers Campaign Releases Second TV Ad, “Best” PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Tony Evers for Governor, Maggie Gau   
Saturday, 04 August 2018 10:08

school-bus-kidsEvers talks about his belief in kids, and says Scott Walker is “the most anti-education governor our state has ever seen.”


MADISON – With just under a week and a half before the primary election on August 14, Tony for Wisconsin is releasing it’s latest TV ad, “Best.”

tony_eversEvers has led every single poll since January and most recently was shown having strong leads over both incumbent Governor Scott Walker and the entire Democratic primary field.

The ad begins with Evers talking about his own inspiration for Wisconsin’s future, “I’ve always believed that what’s best for our kids, is what’s best for our state. That’s why I got into teaching.” Evers goes on to say that Scott Walker is “the most anti-education governor our state has ever seen.” He ends the ad by promising, “I’ll never play politics with our kids or their schools, because their future is Wisconsin’s future.”

Watch the TV ad, “Best” here: https://youtu.be/5YRXtW2eXR0 or below.

It will air in markets across Wisconsin on television and digital channels.

Last Updated on Monday, 06 August 2018 10:26
 
Three State Senators Endorse Evers for Governor PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Tony Evers for Governor, Maggie Gau   
Friday, 03 August 2018 16:11

tony_eversEndorsements come within a week of two polls announcing Evers with healthy lead over Governor Scott Walker.


MADISON – State Superintendent Tony Evers is proud to announce the endorsements of State Senator Jon Erpenbach (D-Middleton), State Senator Janis Ringhand (D-Evansville) and State Senator Bob Wirch (D-Somers) for Evers’ campaign for Governor. These come within a week of two polls announcing Evers with healthy leads over both Governor Scott Walker and the democratic primary field.

jon-erpenbach“Potholes are consuming our roads and our healthcare costs are skyrocketing – we have to get back to basics as a state. Four more years of Scott Walker will just be more of the same and Wisconsinites will again be left holding the bag. I’m supporting Tony Evers because we need a leader that is focused on solving our problems, not picking political fights,” Erpenbach said.

“Tony Evers is the only candidate who can beat Scott Walker. I applaud him for being the first candidate to call for a clean campaign pledge in the Democratic primary. As we enter the final two weeks, I hope that all candidates and their supporters follow Tony’s lead and run strong, positive campaigns,” said Ringhand. “I’m supporting Tony because he will bring needed commonsense to the Governor’s office. It’s time for a change.”

Evers has already been endorsed by State Senator Mark Miller, State Representative Dana Wachs, State Representative Sondy Pope, State Representative Don Vruwink, State Representative Daniel Riemer, and State Representative Tod Ohnstad.

“Local control has been absolutely decimated under Scott Walker’s watch. Instead of trusting our local elected officials to make the decisions that are best for our communities, Gov. Walker has decided that he knows better. It’s time for us to return power to the people of Wisconsin and Tony Evers will do just that,” said Sen. Wirch.

 
Roys Releases Second Ad on Healthcare PDF Print E-mail
Elections, Elected Officials, Political Parties
Written by Kelda for Governor, Brian Evans   
Thursday, 02 August 2018 14:06

kelda-roys“We need to make sure healthcare is universally available”


MADISON, WI - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Kelda Roys released her second ad, Again, focused on her experience in expanding healthcare access and her plans to continue working to provide healthcare to every Wisconsinite.

A transcript of the ad can be found below, a fact sheet has been included alongside this release, and the ad itself can be viewed here.

“Every single Wisconsinite deserves high-quality, comprehensive, and affordable healthcare,” said Roys. “That’s what I fought for as vice-chair of the Assembly Health and Healthcare Reform Committee, where I was proud to expand access to healthcare. As governor, I will work tirelessly to ensure every single Wisconsinite has access to the care they need at prices they can afford.”

Again Transcript:

Kelda Roys: “We have a long way to go on healthcare. We do. Wisconsin was a leader at one time in expanding access to health care and we can be again. I'm Kelda Roys. When I was in the legislature, we strengthened BadgerCare, and at the end of that long process, about 80,000 more Wisconsinites had access to great healthcare. We need to make sure that healthcare is universally available and that everyone can buy into a great plan like BadgerCare at an affordable cost. And the good news is we have that within our grasp. We can do that.”

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Kelda Roys, 39, is a small business owner, attorney, former state representative, and past head of NARAL Pro-Choice Wisconsin who has been standing up for women and families throughout her career. In the Assembly, she stood out as an influential and effective lawmaker, delivering results for working families and helping lead the opposition to Governor Scott Walker’s divisive agenda. As a parent and step-parent of four girls, Roys will fight for paid family leave, affordable childcare, great schools, and quality healthcare for all. In a year in which Wisconsin voters are ready for change, Kelda Roys provides the clearest contrast to Scott Walker.

Last Updated on Friday, 03 August 2018 14:14
 
Evers Releases New TV Ad, “Vision” PDF Print E-mail
Elections, Elected Officials, Political Parties
Written by Tony Evers for Governor, Maggie Gau   
Wednesday, 01 August 2018 17:21

tony_eversAd highlights vision needed to beat Scott Walker. Watch it here.


MADISON – Fresh off last week’s NBC News and Marist Poll showing Evers with a double-digit lead over both the Democratic primary field and Governor Scott Walker, Evers is releasing his first television ad which will begin airing Tuesday, July 31. There are just over two weeks until the August 14 primary.

The ad begins with Evers saying, “If we’re going to beat Scott Walker, we need a stronger vision for our future.” He goes on to highlight his experience as State Superintendent and his vision to provide a quality education for every kid in Wisconsin, no matter their zip code. Evers outlines his support for strong investments in early childhood education, our public schools and training for Wisconsin’s workers.

Watch the TV ad, “Vision” here: https://youtu.be/evIIeTz6bd8

It will air in markets across Wisconsin on television and digital channels.

 
Both Vukmir and Nicholson Support Koch Brothers "Priorities" PDF Print E-mail
Elections, Elected Officials, Political Parties
Written by Democratic Party of Wisconsin, Brad Bainum   
Wednesday, 01 August 2018 13:55

koch-brothersThe out-of-state billionaires who say they "expect something in return" for their political donations have already spent more than $5.1 million to beat Tammy Baldwin and buy a U.S. Senator who works for them.


MADISON - According to a new report from the Washington Post, the out-of-state billionaire Koch brothers are convinced that both Leah Vukmir and Kevin Nicholson would work to advance their corporate special interest agenda in the U.S. Senate. Via The Post:

"In a private presentation to donors, AFP officials identified six Senate candidates in addition to Blackburn as potential candidates whom they view as supportive of the network's free-market policy priorities: Rick Scott of Florida, Josh Hawley of Missouri, Matt Rosendale of Montana, Patrick Morrisey of West Virginia, Leah Vukmir of Wisconsin and Kevin Nicholson of Wisconsin."

tammy_baldwin_for_senateThe billionaire Kochs say that both Vukmir and Nicholson are "supportive" of their "priorities" -- virtually guaranteeing that the Kochs add to the more than $5.1 million that they've already spent trying to beat Tammy Baldwin and buy a Senator who works for them.

The Koch spending that either Vukmir or Nicholson will benefit from comes with strings attached. In their own words, the brothers "expect something in return" for their prolific political spending. 

Here are some Koch "priorities" that they can count on both Vukmir and Nicholson to advance:

  • Deep cuts to Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid -- Both Vukmir and Nicholson have endorsed Republican efforts to cut Wisconsinites’ Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security benefits. Since the 1980s, the Kochs have spent millions trying to abolish Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security.
  • Tax giveaways for wealthy billionaires like the Kochs and large corporations -- Vukmir and Nicholson support the GOP tax law that sends more than 80 percent of benefits to the richest 1 percent and large corporations like Pfizer, and which has the two Kochs each set to become $1 billion richer -- each year. The Kochs no doubt want to keep the tax cuts coming.
  • Gutting pre-existing condition protections and stripping health care away from millions -- Vukmir and Nicholson support the Kochs' years-long campaign to repeal the Affordable Care Act and take away millions of Americans’ health care access. Vukmir and Nicholson want to replace the ACA with a Republican health care plan that take coverage away from as many as 30 million Americans, gut protections for people with pre-existing conditions, and let insurance companies charge seniors more.
 
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