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Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann appears to be the first major candidate out of the gate for Wisconsin’s 2026 campaign season. While others have talked, or have been talked about, Josh Schoemann has acted! This is some early activity as nomination papers won’t be circulated until next May.
This week, we honor and celebrate teachers across the country who devote their time to prepare America's future. The saying "behind every successful student is a teacher who believed in them" rings true every day. Teaching isn't just a job - it's a calling that many have answered with their heart. Thank you to all the teachers who make a difference every day!
As we reflect on how our mothers and grandmothers and other mother-like women have impacted our lives, let us each take time to thank them this weekend for their love and sacrifice. Mothers and fathers each have an essential role in the family unit, especially in the sacred responsibility of raising children. Strong family units build strong communities, states, and nations. A godly mother’s distinct influence is an essential aspect of the strength each family needs to thrive.
In this conversation, Senator Patrick Testin discusses his journey into public service, the intricacies of the Wisconsin state budget process, the importance of tax relief, and the challenges posed by a liberal judiciary. He emphasizes the need for civic education and voter engagement, the impact of campaign finance on elections, and the significance of agricultural legislation, particularly the potato seed bill.
In a dramatic turn of events Monday night, longtime education advocate Deb Suchla was elected president of the La Crosse School Board during the board’s annual reorganization meeting.
Suchla, a veteran board member known for her pragmatic and common sense approach, won the school district presidency after three rounds of voting. The first two ballots resulted in a 4-4 deadlock between Suchla—nominated by board member Scott Neumeister—and current board treasurer Trevor Sprague, who was nominated by Meredith Garcia.
On the Issues with Chris & Mike - A Speakeasy Conversation by CouleeConservatives.com
You may remember from school, or maybe a recent article “The Government’s Three Branches”, that there are officially three branches of government based upon The Constitution of the United States and replicated in The Wisconsin Constitution. Many, but less than half, United States citizens can even name them according to recent surveys!
Alongside Reps. Greg Landsman (D-OH), Morgan Luttrell (R-TX), and Chris Deluzio (D-PA), I reintroduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen suicide prevention and mental health support for veterans. The What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act will require the VA to establish and implement best practices for suicide prevention pilots and grant programs.