In 1865 Ezekiel Gillespie fought for the right of African Americans to vote in Wisconsin. On August 6th, 1965 the Voting Rights Act became law with President Lyndon Johnson’s signature. This landmark … [Read more...]
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EXCEPT WHERE INDICATED, THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED ON THIS PAGE ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE MILWAUKEE COURIER
Make your voice heard in 2011
By Senator Lena C. Taylor With the New Year upon us, let us reflect for a moment about our community and the progress we have made: past, present and future. It has now been 144 years since … [Read more...]
EXCEPT WHERE INDICATED, THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED ON THIS PAGE ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE MILWAUKEE COURIER
Building holiday traditions: For the family, for the community
By Senator Lena C. Taylor During the holidays we need to remember what’s really important. We need to remember the short term and long term gifts that people really need. Although many of us … [Read more...]
Walker rail decision robs state of future, Coggs says
“A monumental blunder” MADISON – Sen. Spencer Coggs said last week that Gov.-elect Scott Walker’s short-sighted decision to reject federal funding for a high-speed rail line between Milwaukee and … [Read more...]
AT&T Pioneers, Sen. Taylor, Rep. Toles donate dictionaries to improve childhood literacy, reading scores
Program donating more than 8,500 dictionaries across state, nearly 1,000 to Milwaukee The AT&T Pioneers - AT&T’s employee and retiree volunteer organization - along with State Senator … [Read more...]
Taylor named ranking member of the Joint Committee on Finance
Veteran member will lead Democratic presence on committee ( MADISON ) Senator Lena C. Taylor (D-Milwaukee) was named the ranking member of the Joint Committee on Finance today by Senator Mark … [Read more...]
School funding reform includes major wins for Milwaukee
Taylor applauds plans’ focus on high-poverty districts ( MADISON ) Senator Lena C. Taylor (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement this week upon the announcement of the “Fair Funding For Our … [Read more...]
Prison Action Milwaukee event
On Sat., Oct. 16, Senator Lena C. Taylor, of Wisconsin’s 4th District will be hosting an event, in conjunction with Prison Action Milwaukee, regarding ex-offenders re-entering our prisons. This event … [Read more...]
Taylor named National Legislator of the Year
National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies recognizes Taylor, first Wisconsin legislator to be recognized Senator Lena C. Taylor (D-Milwaukee) was named the Legislator of the Year by … [Read more...]
Walker fails to act on campaign controversy
By Lynda L. Jones County executive and gubernatorial candidate Scott Walker has failed to act regarding the controversy that has developed regarding the actions of at least two staffers … [Read more...]