http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/teaching-students-s5.jpgIn the past, schools used referenda primarily for building and maintenance projects, but state cuts to school funding are forcing more school districts to use them to pass the cost of educational programs to local property tax payers.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/lake-michigan_5-s5.jpg99% of more than 11,200 comments indicate opposition or serious concern regarding City of Waukesha's proposed Great Lakes water diversion.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/voter-primaries-s5.jpgWhile it is not an undue burden for most people to obtain a valid photo ID to vote, it is too difficult for some people. Voting is a right for every eligible person, and no political party should place barriers in front of those who want to vote.