Congratulates Judge Rebecca Dallet and Michael Screnock on the campaigns they have across the state. Hopes supporters will never stop fighting for working people and Wisconsin families.

MADISON - Following election returns Michael Screnock and Rebecca Dallet have advanced to the April General Election for the State Supreme Court. They will face off on the April 3rd ballot.

In response Tim Burns released the following statement:

I want to take a moment to congratulate Judge Rebecca Dallet and Michael Screnock on the campaigns they have across the state. My campaign and I have worked incredibly hard and fought passionately for what we believed in, but unfortunately, we came up short.

I hope my supporters will never stop fighting for working people until we restore power back to Wisconsin families from the hands of a privileged few. There’s so much work to do in 2018, and I know that Working Families Party, Citizen Action of Wisconsin, AFT local 212, AFSCME, the TAA and Our Wisconsin Revolution will be leading the charge to ensure a Wisconsin that works for everyone, not just the wealthy and well-connected.

In the coming days, I will be returning to private life, but I will continue to be a fierce partner with my supporters, their issues and the candidates they support.

Nicholson has repeatedly contended that he's been an active Republican since 2007. He says he left the Democratic Party as early as 2000, despite working to elect Democrats in 2002. Dems say his "dishonesty is disqualifying".

MADISON - The Wisconsin State Journal yesterday reported that Kevin Nicholson declined to register to vote as a Republican as late as 2010, when he moved to Massachusetts, despite Nicholson repeatedly claiming that he's been an active Republican since 2007.

This is just the latest glaring contradiction in Kevin Nicholson's year-long-and-counting campaign to perniciously mislead Wisconsinites about his personal views and political history:

• It was UNTRUE when Nicholson claimed he left the 2000 Democratic National Convention convinced he was not a Democrat, because two years later, Nicholson worked to elect Democrats in Minnesota -- and five years after that, he registered to vote as a Democrat in North Carolina.
• It was UNTRUE when Nicholson said his military service led him to leave the Democratic Party, because it's a matter of public record that he voted in the 2008 Democratic presidential primary in North Carolina.
• And the time Nicholson claimed to have voted "no preference" in 2008's Democratic presidential primary? There's NO EVIDENCE of that, either. Records prove otherwise, and PolitiFact has called out Nicholson's dishonesty.

"Wisconsinites expect transparency," said Brad Bainum, Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson for the 2018 Senate race. "Kevin Nicholson's pathological dishonesty is disqualifying, and no amount of spending from his out of out-of state, billionaire megadonor or corporate special interests can change that." 

Read more from the Wisconsin State Journal.

Wisconsin’s state treasurer since 2015 endorses Leah Vukmir as Republican candidate for U.S. Senate.

MADISON - I have dedicated my entire tenure as state treasurer to cutting government waste. I have advocated for eliminating my own job and identifying expensive, useless bureaucratic red tape. Leah Vukmir understands those exact issues, working tirelessly to address them, and has been one of my strongest allies in removing the unnecessary position of state treasurer.

And because we share the same values to create a limited, smaller government, I choose Leah Vukmir for U.S. Senate.

The challenges facing our state and our nation must be addressed head on, and I know of no better fighter than Leah. Leah is battle tested. She has taken on the difficult issues and successfully implemented conservative policies, improving the lives of Wisconsinites.

Small changes make big differences. In my role as state treasurer, I have worked hard to look for all the efficiencies, even seemingly minor ones. In our world of flashy politics, it is easy to overlook the small things, but Leah has been an unwavering ally in our fight for fiscal reform. She understands that the basics form the foundation of conservative leadership.

In politics, there is a saying: It is far easier to prevent something from happening than it is to remove something after it has happened. Leah has been a vigilant partner in preventing bad things from starting. She has always believed that stopping bad legislation is just as important, if not more important, than implementing good legislation. We have benefited from Leah’s steadfast conservativism for near two decades. Wisconsin, and the rest of America, desperately needs someone with that same attitude in Washington.

Though I’m sad to lose an ally who fights for fiscal conservatism in Madison, I choose Leah Vukmir to be our next U.S. Senator. We would all benefit from Leah’s experience and unwavering dedication to the taxpayers of the Badger State.

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Matt Adamczyk has been Wisconsin’s state treasurer since 2015.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/tim-burns-s5.jpgBurns a breath of fresh air in corrupt Supreme Court election process says statewide progressive social justice group.

Gubernatorial candidate will tour a home care provider’s home to “walk a day in her shoes,” and then hold a press conference.

MADISON, WI - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mahlon Mitchell will receive a major endorsement for his campaign from SEIU Wisconsin on Thursday.

He will tour a homecare provider’s home to “walk a day in her shoes,” and then hold a press conference and media availability to accept the endorsement from SEIU Wisconsin President Dian Palmer.

Mahlon was previously endorsed by the Operating Engineers Local 139, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998, Professional Fire Fighters of Wisconsin, Congresswoman Gwen Moore, and Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney.

Details for the event are below.

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WHAT: Mahlon Mitchell to Accept SEUI Wisconsin Endorsement

WHO: SEIU Wisconsin President Dian Palmer, SEIU homecare provider Denise Lindsey

WHEN: Thursday, February 15 at 11:00 AM

WHERE: 2857 N. 39th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53210

Progressive candidate for the Wisconsin Supreme Court Tim Burns makes his case for how he is different from the other two candidates.

MADISON, WI - In the final days of the Wisconsin Supreme Court primary race, the candidates for the Wisconsin State Supreme Court have drawn clear distinctions between themselves through public statements regarding how each sees the current status and future direction of the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

• Tim Burns
  • UpFront - “I’m not there to work with them, I’m there to replace them.  I’m there to change this court.  Our court is a national embarrassment, but more than that-- it hurts ordinary Wisconsinites everyday.”
• Judge Screnock
  • Eau Claire Event - “We need to have predictability and stability in the law… our business community can’t arrange their affairs if they don’t know when the law is going to change.  It affects the contracts that they enter into and the deals they make.”
  • Jay Weber - “I think our court is functioning well... I think the individuals who are there, I can work with and I don’t have any concerns about collegiality on the court.”
• Judge Dallet
  • Wisconsin Public Radio - “I think that distinguishes me from my opponents as well, because I am someone who can work with others… In looking at Mr. Burns, the way he’s acted throughout the campaign, his blatant statements that he’s not planning on working with anyone, that he’s looking to the future, to when he can get the court where he thinks somehow he’s going to be able to do, and not looking to today and actually August 1st when this term starts.  I will start this term on August 1st, certainly protecting our rights and values that make Wisconsin great, but also with an ability to work with the people who are on that court to do the best we can for the people of our state.”

In response Tim Burns released the following statement:

Over the past decade, in case after case,  we’ve seen our Wisconsin courts enrich the powerful, disenfranchise voters, authorize corruption of our government with the influence of special interests, and lock up people of color in record breaking numbers.

My opponents, Judge Rebecca Dallet and Judge Michael Screnock, cannot be counted on to raise a finger to fight these injustices. Working people in Wisconsin are hurting, and my opponents are on the campaign trail discussing the need for collegiality and the needs of businesses instead of the needs of everyday Wisconsinites.

Judge Screnock is happy with that status quo of our current Wisconsin Supreme Court because Justices Gableman, Rebecca Bradley and Kelly are supporting his candidacy.  Judge Dallet has a personal relationship with conservative Chief Justice Pat Roggensack strong enough to have led Judge Dallet to support Chief Justice Roggensack in 2013 and strong enough to have lead conservative Chief Justice Roggensack to return the favor with a contribution shortly thereafter.

Neither of my opponents will take the Supreme Court in a new direction because they are cogs in a broken system.

I’m not running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court because I want a promotion.

I don’t want to spend my time on the bench writing eloquent dissents.

I’m running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court because I want to do what is right and change our Supreme Court into a court that looks out for everyone, not just the wealthy and the well-connected.

I want to win my seat in 2018, hold the progressive seat in 2019 and elect a progressive Justice in 2020.

That's the biggest difference between me and my opponents.  They want to join the court to get along with it, and I want to join the court and lead the fight to change it.

Wisconsin's slow Internet speeds and lack of broadband access, as well as Walker's inaction on digital issues, shows Walker is unwilling and unable to move our state Forward.

MILWAUKEE, WI - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Matt Flynn today made the following statement attacking Scott Walker for his poor record on high-speed broadband Internet access in Wisconsin.

"As of 2016, Wisconsin's Internet speeds rank 49th in the nation. There are several counties where high-speed Internet access does not exist. This is unacceptable. High-speed Internet helps small businesses thrive, farmers work efficiently, and students learn. Walker has failed to address our lack of connectivity.

"Our economy is lagging behind other states. Too many of our fellow citizens are leaving Wisconsin to seek better economic opportunities. The slow Internet speeds contribute to our poor economic performance. Better broadband access will spur economic growth and improve the lives of every Wisconsinite.

"Additionally, Walker has provided no leadership on Net Neutrality, the guiding principle of the open and fair Internet we have come to know. Rather than standing up for ordinary people and small businesses, Walker sided with telecom companies, who seek to raise prices and deny access to customers and small businesses.

"As governor, high-speed broadband Internet access will be a right. Speeds in Wisconsin will catch up to the rest of the country. We will restore Net Neutrality."

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Matt Flynn is a Navy veteran, attorney, and former Chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin. He attended law school at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

For additional information, visit www.ForwardWithFlynn.com.

Will make 7 stops during the day, Monday, February 12, 2018.

FOND DU LAC, WI - Mike McCabe's Principle over Party campaign continues to make its way around the state, this time focusing on Fond du Lac. The candidate and campaign staff and supporters plan to make several stops in the area during the day, culminating in a Meet and Greet event that evening at Casa del Tequila (525 N Peters Ave, Fond du Lac, WI 54937).

Mike's goal is to inspire and engage people from all over the state to get back into the driver's seat. Democracy is not a spectator sport. Mike's message continues to explain and educate why this campaign must be People Powered and Crowd Funded if it is to succeed.

Stops include:
Radio interview at Sunny  AM 1170/FM 103.3 “Between The Lines”  with Greg Stensland.
Morning walk to visit the many Main Street businesses 
Lunch with some County Supervisors
Tour of Moraine Park Technical College with President Bonnie Baerwald, Vice President of Academic Affairs Jim Eden, and Dean of Economic & Workforce Development Joann Hall. (Media is welcomed to join)
Attend “What Were You Wearing” event at Marian University.
Meet & Greet at Casa Del Tequila 6pm to 8:30pm, 525 N Peters Ave Fond du Lac, WI 54937

"Wisconsin is becoming a shadow of its former self. So much of what made Wisconsin special is being dismantled. I’m having an increasingly hard time recognizing it as the place where I grew up. Never in my lifetime have I seen our government less responsive to regular people. Never have I seen our public institutions so disrespected and distrusted. Never have I have seen both major parties this fouled up. Never have I seen the political establishment so corrupted and out of touch," said McCabe.

He continued, "I am running for governor for one reason and one reason only. To do everything I can to get our government working for all of us and not just a privileged few."

For more information on the campaign visit:  GovernorBlueJeans.com

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/kimberly-clark-workers-s5.jpgBoth endorsed tax hikes and health care premium spikes on middle-class families; now yet another corporation is gifted a big tax cut only to turn around and lay off hundreds of Wisconsinites.

MILWAUKEE, WI - When I ran my business, I always believed that the best way to solve problems was to get out on the factory floor and talk to the people who experienced them every day.

You've probably heard me say that before, but it's true. And now I want to make sure every Wisconsinite has the chance to tell me about the problems they experience every day and get to hear how I'll fix them.

I'm planning to host a Facebook Live Town Hall on February 23rd, where I want to answer your questions and talk about the issues you care about.

Take a minute now to fill out our short campaign survey and help me plan what I'll be talking about on Friday the 23rd.

This campaign is about you -- listening to your ideas, fixing the problems you face, and making life better in Wisconsin for you and your family. It's about undoing the damage of Scott Walker and making our state the best it can be.

But the best way for me to make a plan and get this started is to hear directly from you.

Will you take our short survey now? It shouldn't take more than 3 minutes.

Thank you, and don't forget to tune in to my town hall on the 23rd!

Andy Gronik