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Over the last month, we have witnessed blind destructive rage take control of the Democratic Party. Last night, a violent mob had free reign over the City of Madison as they vandalized the capitol for a second time, tore down a statue of an abolitionist who fought to end slavery, assaulted a Democratic state senator, attempted to burn a county building and more. My office and many others on the ground floor of the Capitol had windows broken as rioters tried to gain entry and cause even more destruction.
While the Governor slept in his estate, the statehouse was under siege. We need a leader, not an apologist. Governor Evers and Mayor Rhodes-Conway have enabled this destructive and violent behavior through consistent inaction and appeasement. What will it take for Governor Evers to see that these are not protests, they are violent riots? He cannot keep talking out of both sides of his mouth.
These criminals need to be prosecuted to the full extent of the law, and be ordered to pay restitution to repair the damage. For those local governments seeking to reduce police funding to appease these violent actions, I will be looking at reductions in state aid to their budgets.
Based on media reports, it also appears that it took nearly two and half hours for the Madison police to respond and disperse the crowd. This is simply unacceptable. If the Madison Police were told to stand down while the destruction was happening, I will also be advocating for a reduction in state aid to cover the costs of the damage.
The leaders of these riots are demanding the police be defunded and officers to be fired before the destruction and violence ends. I will always support the right to peacefully protest, but this group has shown no intention of remaining peaceful, and enough is enough. Governor Evers needs to call in the National Guard today and take back control!
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The right to hunt is engrained in our state’s constitution. However, in order to exercise that right, a person is required to complete a hunters safety course. I was recently informed that the DNR will not recognize this season’s hunter safety courses due to Gov. Evers’ COVID-19 restrictions. DNR officials also announced they will be suspending ALL in-person recreational safety classes, including boating, snowmobiling, ATV and bow-hunting courses.
Last week, I was one of 40 state legislators to send a joint letter to Gov. Evers urging his administration to work with local officials to resume all outdoor recreation safety classes on behalf of sportsmen across our state. It’s clear this administration doesn’t realize how important these educational programs are to sportsmen of all generations around Wisconsin. Read the letter HERE.
As a result of this action, the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty has filed a lawsuit on behalf of hunters challenging the DNR's decision to cancel hunter safety classes. The DNR cannot unilaterally ignore the law and then threaten to decertify instructors who want to teach the class. I'm confident this unlawful action will be overturned.
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DWD Continually Drops The Ball
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Last weekend, I joined Libby Collins, host of Wisconsin Weekend Morning News on 620 WTMJ, to talk about ongoing problems at the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development in processing unemployment claims. Listen to the podcast HERE.
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Village of Hartland
Hometown Celebration
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I'm looking forward to celebrating with many of you this weekend in the Village of Hartland. There will be fireworks on Friday night and I'll be in the parade on Sunday, which begins at 1:30 pm.
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State Campgrounds Have Reopened
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State campgrounds have reopened with special conditions to ensure the safety of staff and visitors. Some of the changes that campers and park visitors will experience include automatic touchless check-in as park offices will remain closed to the public. Visitors are reminded to follow all existing state park rules and guidelines. Please visit the DNR web site for additional details regarding reservations, restrooms, firewood, and more.
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