http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wi-senate-swearing-in-s5.jpgThe legislature is considering a middle class tax cut for Wisconsin. Sen. Jeff Smith writes about how a new legislative session can turn the page for bipartisanship and his goals for cultivating good ideas and building trust across the aisle.

Democratic members of the Joint Committee on Finance want State to withdraw from the partisan political lawsuit.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/littoral-combat-ship-s5.jpgShipyard expansion ensures Marinette Marine maintains a workforce of 1,500 employees, adds additional 400 full-time positions.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/voter-us-elections-s5.jpgVoter turnout up, but there is still room for improving elections in Wisconsin and encouraging greater voter engagement.