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The Best Idea for a Bill Comes from You! PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Kathleen Vinehout, State Senator 31st District   
Monday, 28 November 2016 16:19

union-members-at-capitolSen. Vinehout writes about how she drafts commonsense legislation from listening to her constituents, how ideas are born in the capitol, and the importance of speaking out if Wisconsin’s laws need to be changed.

Last Updated on Monday, 28 November 2016 16:37
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Green Bay Senator to Lead Fight for Fair Voting Districts PDF Print E-mail
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Written by GBP Staff   
Monday, 28 November 2016 10:59

voter-us-electionsPassing non-partisan redistricting should be a top priority. Sen. Hansen will reintroduce legislation for 2017 to create fair and accurate district maps.

Last Updated on Monday, 28 November 2016 16:03
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Federal Judges Rule Wisconsin's GOP Redistricting Maps Unconstitutional PDF Print E-mail
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Written by GBP Staff   
Tuesday, 22 November 2016 12:14

justice-courtCourt strikes down 2011 state Assembly maps saying they were blatantly partisan and denied Democrats a fair shot. Decision could have broad implications for other states' gerrymandered maps.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 22 November 2016 16:04
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School Budget Proposal Brings Needed Relief PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Kathleen Vinehout, State Senator 31st District   
Tuesday, 22 November 2016 10:54

school-funds-rallySen. Kathleen Vinehout writes about the 2017-19 biennial budget proposal by State Superintendent of Schools Tony Evers. How will the recommendations help public schools, particularly small rural schools?

Last Updated on Tuesday, 22 November 2016 12:02
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Seeking Help for Election Depression? PDF Print E-mail
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Written by GBP Staff   
Monday, 21 November 2016 10:12

dems-react-2016lossDemocrats and Progressives all over Wisconsin are feeling the same overall funk and feelings of depression as they try to grapple with the Trump win.

Last Updated on Monday, 21 November 2016 12:09
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