Recall Memo: June 5th: Take Back the State Senate

Besides removing Governor Walker from office, besides turning Lieutenant Mahlon Mitchell into Lieutenant Governor, We have a chance to put the Wisconsin Senate back into the hands of Democrats and the people of Wisconsin: I don’t live in a recall contested district…but those of you who do…please make your voice…

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Recall Memo: June 5th Are you registered to vote?

There is still plenty of time to register to vote…and yes…despite Gov. Walker’s recent changes in the law you can still register at the polls. But don’t wait…register today…you will need ID and proof that you will have lived at your current residence for at least 28 days before the…

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Mahlon Mitchell: Truth over politics

As a firefighter of fifteen years, Mahlon Mitchell can handle anything that is thrown his way. That was evident last Sunday when Mitchell faced current Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch on ‘Upfront with Mike Gousha.’ Despite Kleefisch’s incessant interruptions and condescending attitude, Mahlon Mitchell remained calm. I spoke with Mitchell on…

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The Pitch for Mahlon Mitchell for Lieutenant Governor

I normally don’t like to just pass through emails or pr blurbs verbatim…but since the election starts in about 10 hours from now and I’ve already endorsed Mr. Mitchell, I am not going to spend time working this up as a blog post…here it is: Hello, friends, neighbors and fellow…

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Mahlon Mitchell’s kickin’ it

If you haven’t had the opportunity to meet Mahlon Mitchell and hear him address a crowd, you’re missing out. I’ve now heard him speak in Madison, Milwaukee, Brookfield, and Oconomowoc, all with the same result: everybody loves Mahlon. And now, he’ll officially kick off his campaign for Lt. Governor of…

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The mother of all OconoDems meetings-Saturday, April 7th

Dwayne Block, organizer of the independent, grassroots group, OconoDems, really knows how to reel in the big-name Wisconsin politicos. Maybe they come for the large group of enthusiastic, plugged-in citizens who gather once a month in politically conservative Oconomowoc. Or maybe it’s the free coffee and sugar wafers. Regardless, tomorrow,…

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Rebecca Kleefisch swoons over husband’s crow hunting prowess but others are unimpressed

Ten days ago, Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch was back in her hometown of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin to attend a fundraiser hosted by People for Rebecca, according to Amber Gramza of the Oconomowoc Enterprise. A sommelier who co-hosted the private event at Vino Etcetera! Wine Bar & Store said she supports Kleefisch…

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Drinking Liberally MKE – April’s guest is Mahlon Mitchell!

Here’s the 4-1-1: Though it’s less than a week since our last meeting, I’d be remiss if I didn’t send you all a message to let you know that I’m very pleased to announce that Lt. Governor candidate Mahlon Mitchell has graciously agreed to join us at our April meeting!…

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Mahlon Mitchell to make announcement on 3/19

Mahlon Mitchell will make an announcement this Monday, March 19th, at 10:30 am at Sherman Park, 43rd and Burleigh, Milwaukee. It’s likely that he will announce his bid for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. If that’s the case, he’s got my full support!    

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Big news for Drinking Liberally Waukesha!

Phil Scarr and I are shocked, saddened, and thrilled to announce that Drinking Liberally Waukesha will be moving to a new venue after our February 6th meeting. We’re shocked that we have too many Waukesha County liberals  to fit into our current space, saddened to leave Sprizzo Gallery Caffe, whose…

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