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Saturday, May 15, 2021 Hello Progressive Reader; Here is some of what's new this week on the Northeast Wisconsin - GREEN BAY PROGRESSIVE. To explore the entire Progressive Week online click here. Like our Facebook Page and join the discussion on our FaceBook group and on Twitter! |
May 14 Designated Hmong-Lao Veterans Day in Wisconsin
Governor orders flags to half-staff to honor thousands of Hmong-Lao people who fought alongside the United States and ultimately faced harsh retribution from the Vietnamese and Lao governments. Written by GOV Press Wisconsin |
CDC: Vaccinated people can return to normal life
Fully vaccinated people can take masks off indoors and outdoors safely. Restrictions still apply in public transportation, health care settings, correctional facilities and homeless shelters. Private businesses may enforce own rules. Written by The Hill Press |
Rally Planned for Fair Maps at State Capitol
LWV-WI to call for nonpartisan redistricting Monday. Kristin Brey of As Goes Wisconsin to emcee event featuring legislators, activists, and musicians at first in-person Fair Maps rally in more than a year. Written by League of Women Voters WI, Morgan Grunow |
Mike Gallagher Sides With GOP Extremists
Northeast Wisconsin Congressman votes against Liz Cheney, supports Republican election conspiracies. Written by DPW Press |
You Are Not Alone: Recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month
Sen. Smith writes about the prevalence of mental illness in the U.S. so we can better support those who may be struggling and help them understand it’s okay to not be okay. Written by Jeff Smith, State Senator District 31 |
For Gun Advocates Enough is Never Enough
Gun advocates push for looser restrictions, bipartisan bills on police reform move forward, federal recovery money starts rolling in. Written by Wisconsin Examiner Republish |
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