http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/childcare-dropoff-s460.pngSenator Smith highlights a new report on the state of childcare in Wisconsin which found that parents are giving up an estimated $1.1 billion in lost income to solve their childcare needs by leaving the workforce.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/businesses-micro-ethnically-diverse3-s443.jpgWe continue to be in one of the best fiscal positions in state history.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/coronavirus-office-closed-wi-politico-s5.jpgWisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan Governors on the frontlines of the pandemic response demand answers from the former president.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/family-worried-bills-s5.jpgThe recently passed Special Session bills make it more difficult for people living in poverty to achieve their dream of family supporting jobs and getting off government assistance.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/lake-michigan-shore-s5.jpgConservationists launch campaign to stop betrayal of the core intent of the hard-won, bipartisan Great Lakes Compact by Gov. Walker and his allies.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/affordablecareact-s5.jpgGOP Has Sole Ownership of Wisconsin’s Rising Health Insurance Premiums, a Result of Years of Sabotage and Undercutting the Affordable Care Act.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/stoneman-douglas-vigil-s5.jpgIn wake of Florida school shooting, Senate GOP votes against safety plan funding on Tuesday.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wetlands-wi-s5.jpgThe assault on our quality of life continues with passage of a bill that will lead to more flooding and damage to homes and businesses.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/road-wi-flood-washout-s5.jpgChanging laws regarding wetlands cannot be done swiftly. The impact of eliminating nature’s “natural sponge” can be devastating when severe weather brings heavy rains. Flooding in Huston TX was more severe because much of its wetlands were removed. These critical issues need careful deliberation and engaged citizen discussion.