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She/Her, Xennials, Mom, Wife, MS Warrior and LGBTQ+ ally Advocate. Not a writer! Try to help other get by!
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Oh this only took a month.

Just held a town hall with the Wisconsin Farmers Union. They invited all the elected officials in the area. Unfortunately, no Republicans showed up, including Rep. Van Orden and Rep. Tiffany. youtube.com/shorts/R3_X8...

This week sucks.

Enterprise reporting from @henry-redman.bsky.social ... Musk, Trump threats to NOAA could harm Wisconsin’s Great Lakes wisconsinexaminer.com/2025/02/21/m...

ICYMI, last week we published an interactive map of more than $300 billion worth of Inflation Reduction Act and bipartisan infrastructure law funding. Enter your ZIP code or city and a search radius and find projects in your area: grist.org/accountabili...

TMJ4's Chief Political Reporter Charles Benson was the only news station at the listening session for the fiery back-and-forth discussion.

There are other options. Please boycott Airbnb. www.reuters.com/world/us/air...

Tariffs are a hit to Craft Beer.

As Trump goes after DEI, HillmanTok University is teaching Black history for free to TikTok users. These are someof their lessons ⤵️

Both cats and dogs are at risk for contracting bird flu. Pet owners can look for the signs in their furry friends.

"I’m particularly worried about the effects on civil society, even over the short-term. Our nonprofit sector is more than 5% of GDP, and contributes $3.7 trillion to the economy each year, employing more than 10% of the workforce."-- @guitarwatson.bsky.social www.democracydocket.com/opinion/trum...

We F#€ked!

BREAKING: The biggest 3 insulin manufacturers have all agreed to cut prices in MN to just $35 after my office sued them. This is tremendous news. To learn how you can get $35 insulin, with or without insurance, visit MNInsulin35.org and help spread the word.

How Will Trump Affect Wisconsin’s Climate and Clean Energy Programs?

UPDATED LIST 100 U.S. Senators DC Contact Information: Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville 202-224-4124 Senator Katie Boyd Britt 202-224-5744 Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski 202-224-6665 Senator Dan Sullivan 202-224-3004 Arizona Senator Mark Kelly 202-224-2235 Senator Ruben Gallego 202-224-4521 1/17

#Gardeners invited: Wantable to host Urban Seed Exchange on Jan. 25 The event will promote urban gardening, sustainable living and food security in celebration of National Seed Swap Day. http://dlvr.it/THQMZ2

Been devouring this the last few weeks and I cannot believe how essential it feels for understanding our current moment susanfaludi.com/backlash-cha...

How I'm looking at 2025!

Gen X here, raised to be gone by 18! Now that I have 2 daughters we plan to do everything we can to help their futures. The easiest thing we could do is keep a roof over their heads.

Come on Wisconsin!

More Clean Energy Projects Coming Online in Wisconsin

Here are 10 heart-pounding novels recommended by NPR staff and critics — perfect for winter reading by the fire.

This is the energy news I like to hear for Wisconsin!

This seems backwards.

Time & energy are commodities that NO one can take from you. As someone with chronic illness & disabilities, they're so valuable to me and how I try to have the best quality of life. I steer clear of energy & time drainers. I must keep focused as a patient advocate, otherwise I can't be effective.🙏💜

We had an afternoon of Used Book Stores and Resale Clothing Shops with a side of Ice Cream.

On this Black Friday we are sitting down and watching Netflix's Buy Now, The Shopping Conspiracy with our kids. www.netflix.com/title/81554996

On this Thanksgiving Eve I am thankful for being a Girl Scout Volunteer. Each year we host an all levels holiday event at our school and pick a giving project. Year after year our families blow it out of the water! I sent out an email today and half of the items requested are already signed up for.

From Milwaukee Pride Hey, Milwaukee! Important dates coming up at the The Milwaukee Justice Center. Please take note and attend if you're inclined...OR support a friend or family member that is looking for extra strength. Thank you to the MJC for doing this work! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️👏👏👏