As Goes Wisconsin, So Goes the nation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 6, 2021 Contact: DPW Communications ([email protected]) (MADISON) — The Democratic Party of Wisconsin congratulates Dr. Jill Underly on her hard-fought win in the race for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Dr. Underly’s election is a major victory for supporters of public education across Wisconsin. “Students, teachers, and families across Wisconsin are […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: DPW Communications ([email protected]) (MADISON) — In a 4-3 decision, The Supreme Court of Wisconsin this morning issued a reckless and dangerous ruling, overturning critical public health measures during a global pandemic. Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement in response: “Thanks to Governor Evers’s steady leadership throughout […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 18, 2021 Contact: DPW Communications ([email protected]) (MADISON) — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement in response to the tragic shootings in Atlanta and acts of hate against the AAPI community: “Three weeks ago, Wisconsin Democrats spoke out against the rise of anti-Asian violence across our country. […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2021 Contact: DPW Communications ([email protected]) (MADISON) — Following today’s vote by Republicans in the Wisconsin State Senate to honor Rush Limbaugh, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “Today’s Republican resolution honoring Rush Limbaugh was another partisan political exercise aimed at further dividing our state. After […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: DPW Communications ([email protected]) (MADISON) — Following failed GOP congressional candidate Derrick Van Orden’s announcement that he was “seriously considering running” for Congress again, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued this statement: “In the months since Wisconsin voters rejected Derrick Van Orden, he’s launched antisemitic and personal attacks on Twitter, […]