We are looking forward to supporting a wide and deep slate of progressives in the upcoming April election. If you are running and would like to be on that team, you need to request an endorsement by Jan. 2, the same day nomination papers are due. Candidates seeking endorsement should contact Vice Chair-Campaigns Noah Lieberman, Noah.L.Lieberman@gmail.com, 704-737-3735. Our… Read More
Call Ron Johnson now
The Senate is nearing a vote on its billionaire relief bill (aka tax “reform”), which would boost taxes on the middle class and poor, undermine the Affordable Care Act, and explode the deficit — something the GOP used to hate — all to provide a break to the wealthy. Sen. Ron Johnson has previously said… Read More
You’re invited to the holiday party!
Come celebrate the season at our biggest fundraiser of the year! Cash bar with beer and wine Live acoustic music Great food Plus a few surprises When: 5-7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 (Going to see Joe Biden? Stop by after the matinee or on the way to the evening show.) Where: Cargo Coffee East, 750… Read More
Nov. meeting: Wachs, board elections
At our November membership meeting, we’ll hear from gubernatorial candidate Dana Wachs, who currently represents Eau Claire in the Assembly. We’ll also have elections for the Dane Dems board. (See nominee statements here. Note that this list does not include representatives by Assembly District, who will be selected in caucuses during the meeting. Also, to run… Read More
Small sacrifices now, big wins in 2018
To help retake Wisconsin in 2018, we are launching a new fundraiser: Sacrifice Your Vice. We are asking that you pass up one indulgence, just one little treat, once in a while. Whether it’s ice cream, cheese curds, an extra beer or soda, skip it for at least one day and send those few dollars… Read More
Oct. meeting: Gronik, Dallet, board posts
At our October membership meeting, we’ll hear from gubernatorial candidate Andy Gronik and Supreme Court candidate Rebecca Dallet. We will also nominate members for county party officer and vice chair posts; those wishing to run should be paid-up members for at least three months. Nominations will come from the floor. At least three current board members… Read More
September meeting: Cathy Myers, voting access
At our next membership meeting we will hear from Cathy Myers, who is taking on Paul Ryan in the 1st CD. (She and Randy Bryce, our guest in August, are competing in the Dem primary.) We’ll also have a discussion about voting access, featuring County Clerk Scott McDonell. We’ll vote on candidates to fill three… Read More
March with the Dane Dems at Pride Parade!
The Dane Dems will be marching in the annual OutReach Pride Parade and Rally this Sunday. Everybody is invited to march with us in solidarity and celebration with our friends and family in the LGBTQ community. We will be gathering at the staging location (via Lake St. at the 600 block of State St.) starting… Read More
Stand with Charlottesville
Stand against racism and Nazis in America, and in solidarity with those killed and wounded in Charlottesville. Where: Capitol Square, Madison When: 8-10 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 13 Details: The event, co-sponsored by Dane Dems, Indivisible, Wisconsin Progressive Alliance, and others is developing. The Facebook event will be updated as needed.
Take action on Foxconn
Attendees at tonight’s membership meeting heard Rep. Dianne Hesselbein give a great summary about problems with Walker’s $3 billion Foxconn deal. She also mentioned that she hadn’t heard much from constituents and urged those with concerns to weigh in. If you need the contact info, go to “Who are My Legislators” on the State Legislature page. Or,… Read More