By Senator, Lena C. Taylor For the second year in a row, MPS will take a harsh reduction in state aid. I knew it was coming, but I cannot help but be terribly frustrated. I cannot fathom the … [Read more...]
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Legislatively Speaking – Healthcare law upheld
By Senator, Lena C. Taylor This past week, President Obama’s health care law was finally ruled constitutional. This is fantastic news. At least, it is for any American who has struggled to pay … [Read more...]
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Legislatively Speaking – African American Music Appreciation Month
By Senator, Lena C. Taylor Every year since his inauguration, President Obama has made an announcement proclaiming June as African American Music Appreciation Month. The proclamation intends … [Read more...]
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Legislatively Speaking – Juneteenth Day
By Senator, Lena C. Taylor This last Tuesday was Juneteenth Day, the annual commemoration of emancipation. The holiday was first celebrated in Texas. More than two years after the Emancipation … [Read more...]
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Legislatively Speaking – Our Path Forward
By Senator, Lena C. Taylor This past Election Day marked a turning point in the fight to take back Wisconsin. Mayor Barrett may not have gained the Governor’s office, but recalls of governors … [Read more...]
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Legislatively Speaking – Conservation matters
By Senator, Lena C. Taylor Last month, I was proud to have been awarded the title “Conservation Champion” by the Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters. The honor came as welcome surprise. I … [Read more...]
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Legislatively Speaking – What Walker has meant for Milwaukee
By Senator, Lena C. Taylor Make no mistake, Governor Walker’s first term has not been kind to the City of Milwaukee. When he first took office over a year ago, I was hopeful that the … [Read more...]
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Legislatively Speaking – A “right-to-work-for-less” Wisconsin?
By Senator, Lena C. Taylor What makes a successful leader? I believe that a successful leader must be a successful communicator. I believe a successful leader must be consistent and … [Read more...]
Budget surplus? Then return raided foreclosure funds
Calls for Walker, Van Hollen to return funds; Asks Senate GOP to demand refund (MADISON) Senator Lena C. Taylor (D-Milwaukee), Ranking Democrat of the Joint Committee on Finance, this week joined … [Read more...]
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Legislatively Speaking – Milwaukee’s Black Child Development Week
By Senator, Lena C. Taylor This week was BCDI-Milwaukee’s Black Child Development Week, and I believe in taking every opportunity available to speak to the manner in which we raise our … [Read more...]
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