Trump ad focuses on unrest in Kenosha

Donald Trump’s presidential campaign is launching a new TV ad in Wisconsin that focuses on the unrest in Kenosha and his response to it. The Trump campaign said new spots in Wisconsin and Minnesota are part of a multi-state buy aimed at early voting states. But it didn’t provide details on how much it was spending on the ad, where it was running or how long it would be on the air. The spot opens with the narrator saying “Lawless criminals terrorize Kenosha. Joe Biden takes a knee.” The spot goes on to say the “weak response” from Biden and

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Biden ad denounces rioting, looting

Joe Biden has launched a 60-second spot that uses footage from his speech Monday in Pittsburgh denouncing rioting and looting, calling it “lawlessness” that should be prosecuted. The campaign said the spot is airing nationwide on cable and in 10 states, including Wisconsin. But the release didn’t include details of the Wisconsin buy. Biden also knocks Trump, saying his failure to call on his supporters to stop acting as an armed militia shows how weak he is. “Fires are burning, and we have a president who fans the flames,” Biden says. “He can’t stop the violence because for years he’s

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WED PM Update: Biden says Kenosha trip about helping community heal, GOP knocks visit

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Joe Biden said he’s coming to Kenosha tomorrow to have a conversation about helping the community heal, while the state GOP chair knocked him for waiting until after violent protests rocked the city to visit Wisconsin. The stop will be Biden’s first in the state this year after he skipped coming to Milwaukee two weeks ago to ac… 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

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Palzewicz campaign: Educational outcomes must keep up with new economy

Brookfield, WI – Americans have access to higher education from community colleges to major universities, but are higher education outcomes failing young adults?  Democrat Tom Palzewicz, running for Wisconsin’s Fifth Congressional District seat, is a staunch believer in education that prepares people for making a living wage. In decades past, a high school diploma could lead to a good-paying, secure job.  However, it is a different world, and the demands for candidates with a college degree is no longer the exception, but the norm.  Students leaving high school face higher unemployment rates.  There appears to be a disconnect between the classroom

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Disability Vote Coalition: Expanded DMV access is good news for Wisconsinites with disabilities

The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition is pleased to see that Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles is expanding DMV hours in Madison, Milwaukee, and a number of rural locations. A high percentage of Wisconsinites who have a disability are nondrivers. They do not have a driver’s license and may not have other acceptable photo ID required to vote and for other activities of daily living. While state residents may obtain a photo ID at DMV offices, access can be challenging for individuals who have a disability, due to lack of transportation or limited DMV access as a result

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U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Gallagher hosts fourth annual save the bay field day

GREEN BAY, WI — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today joined farmers, agronomists, and conservationists for his fourth annual Save the Bay Field Day. The event included a tour of farms in Denmark and Greenleaf, both of which are using innovative strategies and technologies to improve their soils and improve water quality. “Save the Bay Field Days are great opportunities for our community to come together and share their experiences with cutting edge, environmentally friendly farming practices,” said Rep. Gallagher. “Kane Farms and Brand Acres Beef prove that strengthening our farm economy and protecting our Great Lakes aren’t mutually exclusive goals, and I’m grateful

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Palzewicz campaign: A chance for change

Brookfield, WI – Wisconsin is in pain. The state witnessed tragedy in Kenosha, WI, with the shooting of Jacob Blake and the killing of two protesters by an out-of-state gunman. The painful ripples are felt across the state and through our communities in Wisconsin’s 5th Congressional District. Through these tragedies, Kenosha is a focal point for both presidential campaigns. In times of crisis, there is an opportunity for real change to emerge. There is a chance for unity and healing. Palzewicz hopes this is what the heightened national attention can bring. “With both Trump and Biden visiting Kenosha, you have to

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Wisconsin Medicine: Livestream on reducing the risks to women’s health

MADISON, WI (September 2, 2020) —  “My dream,” says Lisa Barroilhet, “is to never tell anyone’s mother, daughter, or sister that she has cancer.” During the Wisconsin Medicine Livestream event on September 1, Barroilhet, an assistant professor of medicine at the UW’s School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) and faculty fellow in gynecological oncology, told of her passion for ending cancer and especially cancers that afflict women. She was part of a panel that included Laurel Rice, chair of the department of Obstetrics and Gynecology; Lee Gravatt Wilke, chair of the Division of General Surgery and director of the UW Health

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UW System: Career Services offices launch virtual Career Treks program

MADISON, Wis.—Many college students will set their sights on securing their post-graduation plans shortly after classes begin. Career fairs have typically provided an opportunity for students to network with a room full of possible employers, but COVID-19 has changed that. In light of restrictions in place due to the pandemic, UW campuses are finding new ways to help students make important career connections. Career Services offices across the UW System have teamed up to offer virtual Career Treks beginning in September. “Career Treks have a proven track record of matching University of Wisconsin System students with employers. It’s another example of how our universities benefit

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Professional Ambulance Association: Ambulance providers denied state assistance

Paramedics and EMTs on the front lines of the fight against COVID-19 were denied access to $100 million in federal CARES funding which was designated by Governor Evers for EMS and long-term health care providers which incurred significant unreimbursed costs related to the pandemic. “We’re at a complete loss as to why EMS is always passed-over by State officials,” said Chris Anderson, President of the Professional Ambulance Association of Wisconsin (PAAW). “New personal protective equipment (PPE) and decontamination protocols have added over $35 in supply costs per response yet most of us received zero from Wisconsin’s CARES Act funding. We

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WisDems: Kenosha business owner declines President Trump photo-op as Trump again fails to bring community together and meet the moment

(WISCONSIN) — During his divisive visit to Kenosha, Donald Trump proved what Wisconsinites knew all along — that he once again could not meet the moment the Kenosha community needs to heal. KEY POINTS BELOW: TMJ4: Kenosha business owner declines President Trump photo-op, former owner replaces him A Kenosha business owner is accusing President Donald Trump of using his destroyed store for political gain. Tom Gram’s century-old camera shop burned to the ground a week ago during the unrest in Uptown Kenosha. Gram said he declined President Trump’s request to be a part of his tour of damage Tuesday in Kenosha. Instead,

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Tech Council: Apply for three chances to pitch at Early Stage Symposium

MADISON – Applications are being accepted now from young companies that want to tell their stories to investors at our annual Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium #ESSWI, to be held Nov. 9-11 on a virtual platform. The 2020 format includes two pitch opportunities – the Tech Council Investor Networks track (five-minute presentations) and the popular Elevator Pitch Olympics – as well as “Investor Intros,” which will allow pre-selected companies brief, one-on-one meetings with targeted angel and venture investors. As a special offer to all applicants, we have partnered with AirDeck to build your presentation deck. AirDeck creates online narrated presentations for

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WMC: Rep. Jagler receives Working for Wisconsin award

MADISON – In Wisconsin, 82 lawmakers repeatedly voted to promote job creation and wage growth during the 2019-20 legislative session. Each of these legislators, including Representative John Jagler, supported pro-growth policies and reforms aimed at improving the state’s business climate. Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce (WMC), the combined state chamber of commerce and manufacturers’ association, is recognizing the efforts of these lawmakers by presenting them with the coveted “Working for Wisconsin” award. “Wisconsin is very fortunate to have a pro-growth legislature with leaders like Representative Jagler who consistently vote to cut taxes, improve our regulatory and legal climate, and invest in our state’s

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: ODNI is not above the law

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressmen Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Gerry Connolly  (VA-11) today led a letter of 18 Democrats to House Democratic leadership demanding that the Office of the Director of National Intelligence be held accountable for their refusal to provide in-person intelligence briefings to Congress, by explicitly requiring Congressional briefings in any upcoming legislation that funds or authorizes ODNI. These briefings are constitutionally mandated and two months prior to a national election, the American people deserve to know about the security of their elections. “ODNI’s refusal to brief Congress on election security makes it clear that this administration cares more about securing its

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Trump ad focuses on unrest in Kenosha

Donald Trump’s presidential campaign is launching a new TV ad in Wisconsin that focuses on the unrest in Kenosha and his response to it. The Trump campaign said new spots in Wisconsin and Minnesota are part of a multi-state buy aimed at early voting states. But it didn’t provide details

Read More »

Biden ad denounces rioting, looting

Joe Biden has launched a 60-second spot that uses footage from his speech Monday in Pittsburgh denouncing rioting and looting, calling it “lawlessness” that should be prosecuted. The campaign said the spot is airing nationwide on cable and in 10 states, including Wisconsin. But the release didn’t include details of

Read More »

Palzewicz campaign: Educational outcomes must keep up with new economy

Brookfield, WI – Americans have access to higher education from community colleges to major universities, but are higher education outcomes failing young adults?  Democrat Tom Palzewicz, running for Wisconsin’s Fifth Congressional District seat, is a staunch believer in education that prepares people for making a living wage. In decades past, a

Read More »

Palzewicz campaign: A chance for change

Brookfield, WI – Wisconsin is in pain. The state witnessed tragedy in Kenosha, WI, with the shooting of Jacob Blake and the killing of two protesters by an out-of-state gunman. The painful ripples are felt across the state and through our communities in Wisconsin’s 5th Congressional District. Through these tragedies, Kenosha

Read More »

Wisconsin Medicine: Livestream on reducing the risks to women’s health

MADISON, WI (September 2, 2020) —  “My dream,” says Lisa Barroilhet, “is to never tell anyone’s mother, daughter, or sister that she has cancer.” During the Wisconsin Medicine Livestream event on September 1, Barroilhet, an assistant professor of medicine at the UW’s School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) and faculty fellow

Read More »

UW System: Career Services offices launch virtual Career Treks program

MADISON, Wis.—Many college students will set their sights on securing their post-graduation plans shortly after classes begin. Career fairs have typically provided an opportunity for students to network with a room full of possible employers, but COVID-19 has changed that. In light of restrictions in place due to the pandemic,

Read More »

WisDems: Kenosha business owner declines President Trump photo-op as Trump again fails to bring community together and meet the moment

(WISCONSIN) — During his divisive visit to Kenosha, Donald Trump proved what Wisconsinites knew all along — that he once again could not meet the moment the Kenosha community needs to heal. KEY POINTS BELOW: TMJ4: Kenosha business owner declines President Trump photo-op, former owner replaces him A Kenosha business owner is

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WMC: Rep. Jagler receives Working for Wisconsin award

MADISON – In Wisconsin, 82 lawmakers repeatedly voted to promote job creation and wage growth during the 2019-20 legislative session. Each of these legislators, including Representative John Jagler, supported pro-growth policies and reforms aimed at improving the state’s business climate. Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce (WMC), the combined state chamber of commerce and

Read More »

U.S. Rep. Pocan: ODNI is not above the law

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressmen Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Gerry Connolly  (VA-11) today led a letter of 18 Democrats to House Democratic leadership demanding that the Office of the Director of National Intelligence be held accountable for their refusal to provide in-person intelligence briefings to Congress, by explicitly requiring Congressional briefings in any upcoming

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