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MAGA Supreme Court Candidate Brad Schimel Tries to Dodge His Record in Support of Banning Abortion in Wisconsin

Whether it was misleading political spin or he just has a bad memory, Brad Schimel’s claim on a recent right-wing radio show that he has never supported using an 1849 Wisconsin law to ban abortion is directly contradicted by his own words and actions.

MAGA Conspirator Jim Troupis Suspended From Post Advising Wisconsin Judges

Suspending Jim Troupis from this post is another step forward in holding him and his fellow conspirators accountable for what they did. 

OP-ED: The Importance of Celebrating Pride Month Amid GOP Attacks on the LGBTQ+ Community

To make the Badger State a better and safer place for LGBTQ+ Wisconsinites to call home, it’s important that we hold this space and momentum not just for one month, but all year long. Part of that work is ensuring that our elected lawmakers support legislation that protects the rights and freedoms of our local LGBTQ+ communities, and holding accountable the politicians trying to do the opposite. 

Senate GOP Blocks Passage of Right to Contraception Act, A Better Wisconsin Together Reacts

This afternoon, GOP members of the United States Senate - including Sen. Ron Johnson - blocked the Right to Contraception Act, a bill that would protect our right to access contraception without interference from politicians. 

A Better Wisconsin Together Calls on Fake Elector Jim Troupis to be Removed from Judicial Advisory Committee as Felony Charges are Filed Against Him

After felony forgery charges were filed today against Wisconsin fake elector Jim Troupis and others for their role in illegally trying to overturn the 2020 election results, A Better Wisconsin Together is calling on Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Annette Ziegler to immediately remove Troupis from his position as a judicial ethics advisor on the Wisconsin Judicial Conduct Advisory Committee. 

OP-ED: Misplaced Priorities Abound at State GOP Convention

This month, Republican officials from across Wisconsin gathered for a state party convention where they adopted a dangerous agenda on important issues like democracy, reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ rights, public education, and more. 

ICYMI: Republicans on Finance Committee Still Blocking Help for Wisconsin Families

State Republicans’ refusal to do their jobs is costing real Wisconsin families things like child care access, clean drinking water, and life saving health care

A Better Wisconsin Together Calls on Federal Lawmakers to Pass the Right to Contraception Act

Following action taken this morning to bring the Right to Contraception Act to the floor of the U.S. Senate in June, A Better Wisconsin Together is calling on Wisconsin’s representatives in Washington D.C. to codify our right to contraception.

A Better Wisconsin Together Speaks Out on Importance of Ballot Drop Boxes as Oral Arguments Kick Off in SCOWIS Case

Oral arguments begin today in a case before the Wisconsin Supreme Court that seeks to once again allow voters in the Badger State to utilize secure ballot drop boxes to cast their votes. 

OP-ED: It’s Time for GOP-Controlled State Legislature to Stand Up for Teachers

As Teacher Appreciation Week 2024 comes to a close, Wisconsinites have spent the past week showing gratitude for our dedicated teachers across the state, and we must continue standing up for Wisconsin teachers all year long. Part of that means holding our elected officials accountable for supporting legislation that empowers our local schools and teachers.