FRI PM Update: Political Stock Report; 14 major-party Assembly challengers outraised incumbents this year

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers POLITICAL STOCK REPORT –A collection of insider opinion– (July 14 – 20, 2018) Rising Lisa Neubauer: The $250,000 the appeals court judge put into her Supreme Court campaign during its infancy was part of an effort to make a splash, insiders say. But operatives are even more impressed by the more than $105,000 she was able to raise on top of that from oth… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password *

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DWD: Awards three grants to fund employee resource networks that support nearly 2,900 workers

CONTACT: DWD Communications, 608-266-2722 On the Web: http://dwd.wisconsin.gov/dwd/news.htm On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/WIWorkforce On Twitter: @WIWorkforce Awards funded through Governor Walker’s Wisconsin Fast Forward program MADISON – Today, the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) announced three Wisconsin Fast Forward Grants that will fund Employee Resource Networks (ERN) – public/private partnerships with the goal of uniting businesses and community partners to improve job retention and advancement for entry-level, low-wage, and low-skilled workers.  A distinguishing feature of an ERN is that participating businesses pay a share of network costs in exchange for membership. “Through these partnerships, workers will have on-site support in the form of a

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Gov. Walker: Requests federal disaster aid for northwestern Wisconsin due to June flooding

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839 MADISON — Governor Scott Walker today sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting a federal disaster declaration for six northwestern Wisconsin counties that sustained flood damage in June. The request is for federal assistance to help local governments recover from the disaster in Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Clark, Douglas and Iron counties. “Federal damage assessments showed more than $13.1 million in damage to public infrastructure in northwestern Wisconsin. This is an area that is still recovering from major flooding that occurred in 2016,” said Governor Walker. “We are hopeful that officials with the Federal Emergency

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Works to expand access to substance abuse treatment in rural communities

Contact: Aaron White Phone: 202-225-5506 [email protected] Bill will also create grant aimed at preventing opioid and drug abuse for youth in rural communities La Crosse – Today, U.S. Rep. Ron Kind cosponsored the Medicaid C0verage for Addiction Recovery Expansion (CARE) Act, which will expand access to substance abuse treatment centers for tens of thousands of Medicaid beneficiaries. Expanding access to treatment and increasing access to mental health care through Medicaid expansion are two priorities of Rep. Kind’s Drug Epidemic Action Plan, which he introduced in April of this year. “The Medicaid CARE Act targets two important tools to combat Wisconsin’s growing drug epidemic: prevention and treatment,”

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Sen. Olsen: Mourns loss of former state Sen. Mike Ellis

Senator Luther Olsen (608) 266-0751 Madison…Senator Luther Olsen (R-Ripon) released the following statement today after hearing of the death of former State Senator Mike Ellis. “Mike Ellis was a true friend and a dedicated legislator. I spent many hours in his office, in front of his famous blackboard, taking about public policy and the state’s finances. Mike was a leader in the Senate who took on tough policy issues with a sharp mind and a thoughtful eye. We all missed Mike when he retired from the Senate. Today, I miss him as a confidante and friend. My thoughts and prayers

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Mitchell campaign: Racine Ald. John Tate II endorses Mahlon Mitchell for governor

Contact: Kirsten Allen 510-913-1837 [email protected] MADISON – The Mahlon Mitchell for Wisconsin campaign released the following statements today: “I am proud to endorse Mahlon Mitchell as the next Governor of Wisconsin. His bold, progressive plans to transform Wisconsin into a state where working people can make ends meet, Wisconsinites can get quality and affordable health care and public schools systems are no longer starving for resources will ripple across generations. Moreover, Mahlon is truly a son of Wisconsin, he is keenly aware of the issues facing the diverse communities across our state and uniquely qualified to address them. In August

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Roys campaign: Kelda Roys wins endorsement of Feminist Majority PAC

Contact: Brian Evans, (630) 217-7561] [email protected] Madison, WI – Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Kelda Roys has earned the exclusive endorsement of Feminist Majority PAC, a national political organization dedicated to electing progressive, feminist women and ending the under-representation of women and people of color in political office. “I’m grateful to Feminist Majority PAC for their support,” said Roys. “Working together, we can help ensure that women and people of color achieve fairer representation. As governor, I will restore opportunity and fairness to Wisconsin, and make sure no one is left behind.” Roys has previously been endorsed by many national and state

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Steil campaign: Wisconsin Right to Life endorses Bryan Steil

Media Contact: Andrew Iverson, Communications Director JANESVILLE, Wis. – First Congressional District candidate Bryan Steil released the following statement regarding Wisconsin Right to Life’s endorsement.  Bryan Steil: “I’m proud to have the endorsement of Wisconsin Right to Life. Protecting and valuing life is an essential duty and responsibility of elected officials. I’m honored to have Wisconsin Right to Life’s support.” Bryan Steil was born and raised in Janesville, Wisconsin. He is a member of the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents and has a strong background as a business leader. For the past nine years, Bryan has worked for manufacturing companies in Rock County

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Sen. Hansen: Statement on the passing of Sen. Ellis

Contact: Sen. Hansen 608-266-5670 “I am saddened to hear of Senator Ellis’s passing. “While we did not always agree, I enjoyed working with him. He possessed a great institutional memory, had a very quick wit and was an extremely skilled debater. He was also a dedicated public servant whose impact on our state will not soon be forgotten. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Senator Ellis’s family during this difficult time.”

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WisDems: Statement on the passing of former Senate President Mike Ellis

Contact: Courtney Beyer, [email protected] MADISON — The following is a statement from the chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin Martha Laning on news that former Senate President Mike Ellis has passed away. “Wisconsin’s legislature has seen many greats, but the passing of Mike Ellis is a terrible loss. He was a passionate advocate and leader for the people of the Fox Valley through and through. Our thoughts and condolences are with Mike’s family, friends and loved ones.”

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One Wisconsin Now: Records show Brad Schimel quick to buy promotional swag, slow to address growing delays at state crime lab

MEDIA CONTACT Mike Browne, Deputy Director [email protected] (608) 444-3483 Started Buying Swag in February 2015 But Waited Until June 2018 to Hire Contractor to Investigate Growing State Crime Lab Backlog MADISON, Wis. — It only took mere weeks for Attorney General Brad Schimel to start using Department of Justice (DOJ) funds to purchase promotional swag like coffee mugs, golf towels, custom fortune cookies and commemorative coins. But according to a news report it was not until June 2018 that Schimel brought in a private contractor to identify the shortcomings in the state crime lab where waits for test results on evidence have nearly doubled.

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Sen. Darling: Statement on passing of former state Sen. Mike Ellis

Senator Alberta Darling 1-608-266-5830 Madison – On Friday, State Senator Alberta Darling (R-River Hills) issued the following statement regarding the passing of former State Senator Mike Ellis: “I am shocked and saddened by the passing of Mike Ellis. Mike was a legend in state politics. His leadership and decades of service to the people of Wisconsin helped make our state a national leader in reform. Mike’s stories were as famous as his political skills. He will be greatly missed. My condolences go out to his wife Sandy and his family.” Senator Darling represents portions of Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha

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Rep. Vos: Statement on passing of Former Senate President Mike Ellis

Speaker Robin Vos (608) 266-3387 Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement after learning of the passing of former Senate President Michael G. Ellis. “Working together as Senate President and Assembly Speaker, Mike and I had a long and productive relationship. He was smart and tenacious, and I learned a great deal from him about being a leader. Mike was an icon of Wisconsin politics and he will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to his entire family.” Ellis was 77 years old. He served in the Wisconsin Legislature for 44 years.

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DWD: Awards three grants to fund employee resource networks that support nearly 2,900 workers

CONTACT: DWD Communications, 608-266-2722 On the Web: http://dwd.wisconsin.gov/dwd/news.htm On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/WIWorkforce On Twitter: @WIWorkforce Awards funded through Governor Walker’s Wisconsin Fast Forward program MADISON – Today, the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) announced three Wisconsin Fast Forward Grants that will fund Employee Resource Networks (ERN) – public/private partnerships with the goal of

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Sen. Olsen: Mourns loss of former state Sen. Mike Ellis

Senator Luther Olsen (608) 266-0751 Madison…Senator Luther Olsen (R-Ripon) released the following statement today after hearing of the death of former State Senator Mike Ellis. “Mike Ellis was a true friend and a dedicated legislator. I spent many hours in his office, in front of his famous blackboard, taking about

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Steil campaign: Wisconsin Right to Life endorses Bryan Steil

Media Contact: Andrew Iverson, Communications Director JANESVILLE, Wis. – First Congressional District candidate Bryan Steil released the following statement regarding Wisconsin Right to Life’s endorsement.  Bryan Steil: “I’m proud to have the endorsement of Wisconsin Right to Life. Protecting and valuing life is an essential duty and responsibility of elected officials. I’m honored to

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Sen. Hansen: Statement on the passing of Sen. Ellis

Contact: Sen. Hansen 608-266-5670 “I am saddened to hear of Senator Ellis’s passing. “While we did not always agree, I enjoyed working with him. He possessed a great institutional memory, had a very quick wit and was an extremely skilled debater. He was also a dedicated public servant whose impact

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Sen. Darling: Statement on passing of former state Sen. Mike Ellis

Senator Alberta Darling 1-608-266-5830 Madison – On Friday, State Senator Alberta Darling (R-River Hills) issued the following statement regarding the passing of former State Senator Mike Ellis: “I am shocked and saddened by the passing of Mike Ellis. Mike was a legend in state politics. His leadership and decades of

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Rep. Vos: Statement on passing of Former Senate President Mike Ellis

Speaker Robin Vos (608) 266-3387 Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement after learning of the passing of former Senate President Michael G. Ellis. “Working together as Senate President and Assembly Speaker, Mike and I had a long and productive relationship. He was smart and tenacious, and I learned

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