MON PM Update: Concerns over local control sink livestock siting bill; Ballweg to seek Olsen’s Senate seat

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — The demise of legislation to overhaul siting rules for large livestock operations came down to a matter using an “or” rather than an “and.” Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald, R-Juneau, pulled the bill from Wednesday’s calendar, later telling reporters there were concerns on how much control local governments would retain … 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 * Remember Me     Forgot Password

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DNC Milwaukee: New Visual Identity Unveiled for 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee

MEDIA CONTACT [email protected] SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS Facebook: FB.com/DemConvention Twitter: @DemConvention Instagram: @DemConvention MILWAUKEE—The Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) today introduced the official logo and visual identity for the 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The visual system, which includes the logo, colors, typefaces, and design… 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.

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Rep. Kind: Office now accepting submissions for annual Congressional Art Competition

La Crosse, WI— Today, Rep. Ron Kind announced that his office is accepting submissions from high school students in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District for the 24th Annual Congressional Art Competition. The deadline for submitting art to Rep. Kind’s office is 5:00 PM on Friday, March 6th. “The Congressional Art Competition is a great reminder of the artistic talent of our students in Western and Central Wisconsin,” Rep. Kind said. “Every year, Tawni and I look forward to seeing the amazing art created by students in the district and displaying their work in my D.C and Wisconsin offices, as well as in the Capitol.” The first

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Wisconsin Association of School Boards: Statement on retirement of Senator Luther Olsen

John Ashley, executive director of the Wisconsin Association of School Boards, issued this statement about the retirement of Sen. Luther Olsen: “On behalf of the Wisconsin Association of School Boards, I want to thank Senator Luther Olsen for his many years of public service, from the Berlin Area School Board to the state Assembly and Senate. In particular, I want to recognize his leading voice on K-12 public education policy through his role as vice chair of the budget committee and chair of the Senate and Assembly education committees. I also want to express my sincere appreciation to Sen. Olsen

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WCVSF: Thank you, Senator Olsen!

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Wisconsin National Guard: Gov. Evers appoints new Adjutant General

MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Tony Evers announced the appointment of Wisconsin’s next adjutant general Feb. 24. Brig. Gen. Paul E. Knapp will assume command as the adjutant general in a formal ceremony in March. Details of that ceremony will be released at a later date. Knapp succeeds interim adjutant general Brig. Gen. Joane K. Mathews, who took over as interim adjutant general for Brig. Gen. Gary Ebben, who retired in February after being appointed as interim adjutant general in January. Brig. Gen. Knapp will serve a 5-year term as the head of the Wisconsin National Guard and the Wisconsin Department

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WisGOP: Light sentence Karofsky strikes again, let baby abusing nurse off easy

[Madison, WI] – In case you missed it, liberal Dane County Judge and Supreme Court candidate Jill Karofsky sentenced a man convicted of abusing and causing great bodily harm to nine babies—including fractured skulls and multiple broken bones— to just 13 years in prison despite facing 140 years behind bars. Karofsky’s latest light sentence represents another example where Karofsky was unwilling to give a dangerous criminal a sentence that matched their crime and keep our communities safe. This isn’t the first time Judge Karofsky has been called out for her dangerously lenient sentences. Karofsky once gave the lightest sentence possible to a

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Rep. Dittrich fundraiser

A Luck O’ The Irish Kickoff Party in Honor of Representative Barbara Dittrich With Special Guest Former Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch Wine Maniacs Bar & Bistro W359 N5002 Brown Street Oconomowoc, WI Host Levels Available: Platinum: $1000 Gold: $500 Silver: $250 Bronze: $100 Suggested Donation: $50 To be publicly recognized as a host, please email [email protected] no later than Sunday, March 1, 2020 Checks can be made payable to: Dittrich for 38th Assembly District PO Box 923 Oconomowoc, WI 53066 OR Donate online at dittrich4the38th.com/donate

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Badger Institute roundtable discussion on work, poverty and federal safety nets

Panelists: Angela Rachidi: Served as deputy commissioner for the New York City Department of Social Services from 2007-2015. She is now a Rowe Scholar in poverty studies at the American Enterprise Institute and is author of the new Badger Institute report “Wisconsin’s Missing Rung“ Michael Luckey: Research assistant for Representative Mike Rohrkaste and former director of the Wisconsin Interagency Council on Homelessness Pastor Jerome Smith: Founder of the Joseph Project, a Wisconsin nonprofit that connects job-seekers to employment opportunities Moderator: Michael Jahr: Senior Vice President for the Badger Institute In January, The Badger Institute released Wisconsin’s Missing Rung, a report authored by

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Gov. Evers: Appoints Brigadier General Paul Knapp to lead the Wisconsin National Guard

MADISON— Gov. Tony Evers today announced he has selected Brig. Gen. Paul Knapp as the next Adjutant General of the Wisconsin National Guard. Brig. Gen. Knapp will serve a 5-year term as the head of the Wisconsin National Guard and the Department of Military Affairs. Concurrent with his appointment as Adjutant General, Knapp will be promoted to the rank of Major General. “Brig. Gen. Knapp is a dynamic, proven leader who has selflessly served our nation during his 28-year military career,” said Gov. Evers. “His strong leadership and dedication to the State of Wisconsin are a perfect fit for the Wisconsin

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Gov. Evers: Appoints Brigadier General Paul Knapp to lead the Wisconsin National Guard

MADISON— Gov. Tony Evers today announced he has selected Brig. Gen. Paul Knapp as the next Adjutant General of the Wisconsin National Guard. Brig. Gen. Knapp will serve a 5-year term as the head of the Wisconsin National Guard and the Department of Military Affairs. Concurrent with his appointment as Adjutant General, Knapp will be promoted to the rank of Major General. “Brig. Gen. Knapp is a dynamic, proven leader who has selflessly served our nation during his 28-year military career,” said Gov. Evers. “His strong leadership and dedication to the State of Wisconsin are a perfect fit for the Wisconsin

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Rep. Ballweg: Statement on Senator Olsen’s retirement

Madison… Representative Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) released the following statement following Senator Luther Olsen’s (R-Ripon) announced retirement from the legislature. “Senator Olsen has been an asset to the 14th Senate District and to me as a legislator. Senator Olsen was my predecessor in the state assembly, and I’ve appreciated his guidance and partnership over the years. “I wish him a happy and relaxing retirement and thank him for his service on behalf of the constituents of the 41st Assembly District and myself.” Follow the 41st Assembly District by liking the Wisconsin State Representative Joan Ballweg Facebook page (www.facebook.com/WIRepBallweg).

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MON PM Update: Concerns over local control sink livestock siting bill; Ballweg to seek Olsen’s Senate seat

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — The demise of legislation to overhaul siting rules for large livestock operations came down to a matter using an “or” rather than an “and.” Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald, R-Juneau, pulled the bill from Wednesday’s calendar, later telling reporters there were concerns

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DNC Milwaukee: New Visual Identity Unveiled for 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee

MEDIA CONTACT [email protected] SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS Facebook: FB.com/DemConvention Twitter: @DemConvention Instagram: @DemConvention MILWAUKEE—The Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) today introduced the official logo and visual identity for the 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The visual system, which includes the logo, colors, typefaces, and design… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a

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WCVSF: Thank you, Senator Olsen!

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Rep. Dittrich fundraiser

A Luck O’ The Irish Kickoff Party in Honor of Representative Barbara Dittrich With Special Guest Former Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch Wine Maniacs Bar & Bistro W359 N5002 Brown Street Oconomowoc, WI Host Levels Available: Platinum: $1000 Gold: $500 Silver: $250 Bronze: $100 Suggested Donation: $50 To be publicly recognized

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Rep. Ballweg: Statement on Senator Olsen’s retirement

Madison… Representative Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) released the following statement following Senator Luther Olsen’s (R-Ripon) announced retirement from the legislature. “Senator Olsen has been an asset to the 14th Senate District and to me as a legislator. Senator Olsen was my predecessor in the state assembly, and I’ve appreciated his guidance and

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