http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/jailed-s5.jpgPardons recognize the hard work these folks have done in their communities and lives to make themselves worthy of a second chance.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/medical-marijuana-s5.jpg83% of the people in Wisconsin are in favor of medical cannabis legalization.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wisc-capitol-dome-s5.jpgVeteran Senator Kathleen Vinehout writes about what it is like to be a newly elected legislator. Newly elected individuals sworn in as members of the Wisconsin State Senate and State Assembly face a daunting task preparing to make all the critical decisions that are required.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wisc-dairy-farm-s5.jpgSen. Kathleen Vinehout hopes to find common ground on the issues of concern to Wisconsinites. For the residents of the 31st Senate District, most of were related to water. People were also frustrated with the negativity of the past election cycle.