Racine County Eye asked candidates to fill out a questionnaire so that our readers could learn more about them. These are Amanda Gain’s answers. Amanda Gain What position are you seeking?Racine Unified School Board, District 4 Where do you live?1625 West Blvd., Racine, WI How long have you lived in the community?20 Years Amanda Gain […]
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Neubauer nominated for 2024 Gabrielle Giffords Rising Star award
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Wisconsin Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer has been nominated for the 2024 Gabrielle Giffords Rising Star Award. In the announcement, Neubauer was described as a high-achieving Wisconsin assemblywoman passionate about making Wisconsin a better place for everyone. Greta Neubauer, D-Racine – The award is conferred by EMILYs List, considered one of the […]
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Constitutional referenda on ballot in April take aim at Republican ‘Zuckerbucks’ complaints
Since the 2020 election, Republicans and right wing election conspiracy theorists have often complained about “Zuckerbucks” — shorthand for the millions of dollars in grants to municipal clerks to help cover the costs of election administration during the COVID-19 pandemic awarded by the Center for Tech and Civic Life, a non-profit organization partially funded by […]
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Racine County DA investigating possible ID theft scandal by Recall Vos committee
RACINE, WI — The Racine County District Attorney’s office is investigating several cases of possible identity theft by the Recall Vos committee. Racine County District Attorney Tricia Hanson urged anyone who believes their name may appear fraudulently on a recall petition to see the entire collection of forms at https://badgervoters.wi.gov. Recall Vos committee responds After […]
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Breaking: Recall Vos effort falls 1k short, initial review indicates
The day after leaders of the Recall Vos effort said they had 10,000 signatures to recall Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester), an initial review by the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) indicates the signatures fall short. According to a story from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, WEC staff said not enough signatures were collected from within the […]
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82-year-old Chester Todd announces Congressional run in Wisconsin
RACINE — At a Green Party panel discussion, Chester Todd, 82, of Racine, has announced his candidacy for the 1st Congressional District in southeastern Wisconsin as a Green Party candidate. Todd offered a pointed critique of the Democratic Party during the discussion, highlighting the perceived failures and token gestures toward marginalized communities. “One party, the […]
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Exclusive interview: Jill Stein discusses Green Party goals and local issues on Racine visit
RACINE, Wis. — Jill Stein, the Green Party presidential candidate, spoke at the Dekoven Center on Tuesday as part of her third bid for the White House, bringing attention to various national and local issues. Stein’s campaign focuses on the Green Party’s core principles, which include environmental sustainability, social justice and a commitment to nonviolence. […]
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Green Party presidential candidate Dr. Jill Stein in Racine March 12
RACINE, WI — Green Party candidate Dr. Jill Stein invites the public to visit with her in Racine on Tuesday, March 12 at the DeKoven Center Main Hall, 600 Caron Butler Drive. Dr. Jill Stein expected on ballot in all 50 states Dr. Jill Stein – A press release announcing Stein’s visit to Racine states that […]
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Vos critics submit more than 10,000 signatures in support of recall effort
Right-wing critics of Assembly Speaker Robin Vos began their effort to recall the longest-serving speaker in state history in part because of his refusal to impeach Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe. On Monday, those critics walked into the offices of the WEC to submit more than 10,000 signatures in support of the recall. If […]
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State ethics commission alleges illegal scheme by Trump joint fundraising committee, Rep. Brandtjen
The Wisconsin Ethics Commission alleges that Donald Trump’s joint fundraising committee and state Rep. Janel Brandtjen (R-Menomonee Falls) were involved in a $40,000 campaign finance scheme to illegally funnel money to Assembly Speaker Robin Vos’ 2022 primary challenger. The committee, Brandtjen and the challenger, Adam Steen, along with three county Republican parties and several other […]
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Breaking: Recall Vos group says they have over 10K signatures to trigger recall election
UNION GROVE, Wis. — The group hoping to unseat Assembly Speaker Robin Voss (R-Rochester) says they have more than enough signatures to trigger a recall election. According to a press release from the Recall Vos committee, they collected more than 10,000 signatures. A total of 6,800 were needed. Recall Vos group holding press conference Representatives […]
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Lorenzo Santos: 2024 U.S. Representative, 1st District candidate
Racine County Eye asked candidates to fill out a questionnaire so that our readers could learn more about them. These are Lorenzo Santos’s answers. Lorenzo Santos What position are you seeking?U.S. House of Representatives, 1st District of Wisconsin Where do you live?134 Main St., Racine, WI How long have you lived in Racine?5 years, 10 […]
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Christian Kuether: 2024 State Assembly: 66th District candidate
Racine County Eye asked candidates to fill out a questionnaire so that our readers could learn more about them. These are Christian Kuether’s answers. Christian Kuether What position are you seeking?State Assembly: 66th District Where do you live?2009 Kearney Avenue, Racine, WI How long have you lived in Racine?I have long-held ties to the community […]
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Nikki Fisher: 2024 Racine Unified School Board candidate
Racine County Eye asked candidates to fill out a questionnaire so that our readers could learn more about them. These are Nikki Fisher’s answers. Nikki Fisher What position are you seeking?Racine Unified School Board, District 8 Where do you live?161 Meriburr Lane, Wind Point, WI How long have you lived in the community?16 years Nikki […]
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Grace Allen: 2024 Racine Unified School Board candidate
Racine County Eye asked candidates to fill out a questionnaire so that our readers could learn more about them. These are Grace Allen’s answers. Grace Allen What position are you seeking?Racine Unified School Board, District 4 Where do you live?2310 South Green Bay Road, Suite C 171, Racine, WI How long have you lived in […]