Politics
Inflation, Shrinkflation, and Greedflation. Economic Forces That Influence Consumer Prices
We all have been faced with noticeable price changes, especially at the grocery store, that have been blamed on inflation. Inflation, shrinkflation, and greedflation have all had a role to play.
Inflation is a “normal” economic principle where prices increase over time for consumer goods and services. This happens as the cost of raw materials increases because of scarcity, higher labor costs, war, etc. It’s usually measured annually. Shrinkflation is when a company decreases the size of a product – beverages, candy bars, bags of chips – but maintains the price ...
Leage of Women Voters WI – Constitutional Corner – Vote No
The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin's Constitutional Corner series highlights issues related to our state constitution. Voters will have two constitutional amendment questions on the August 13 ballot. Let's explore question 1 and why LWVWI is urging voters to vote no.
Question 1:“Delegation of appropriation power. Shall section 35 (1) of article IV of the constitution be created to provide that the legislature may not delegate its sole power to determine how moneys shall be appropriated?”
This constitutional amendment wants to give the ...
Democracy vs. Autocracy
Democracy vs. Autocracy
What do these terms really mean?
Defined by Webster’s dictionary, democracy is “a government by the people, usually through elected representation,” compared to autocracy, “government by a single, absolute ruler.”
Citizens choose candidates to appear on ballots through caucuses and primaries in democracies; and are elected through free, fair, secure, and non-fraudulent elections, followed by a peaceful transfer of power. In an autocracy, those in power choose candidates, often with pre-determined outcomes, and may refuse to ...
No Time for Games—Vote ‘No’ on State Constitutional Amendments
Did you know a big election is coming up this year? In November, of course! But there’s an election on August 13 that’s also important to your community and your future.
There are two questions on the August ballot which, if passed, will change the state constitution for the worse. I’m voting no on both questions, and I urge other voters throughout Wisconsin to do the same.
A yes vote on these constitutional amendment questions would give the legislature sole authority over the distribution of federal money. A yes vote would also take the governor out of the ...
“Liberal” is Good for America
“The two parties which divide the state, the party of Conservatism and that of Innovation, are very old and have disputed the possession of the world since it was made...” Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882)
There has always been tension between “conservatives” and “liberals” in social and political affairs. This has been a constant theme of American history. This election year's rhetoric will again emphasize these ideological divides. But because of the fact-free nature of our political debates and advertising this will result in more name calling and fear ...
What have you heard about Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025?
What have you heard about Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025?
Some wonderful talking points from our friends at FAIR MAPS.
It was written by a consortium of the most extreme MAGA organizations and advisors - election deniers and Jan 6 supporters. It is not the Heritage Foundation or the GOP you once believed in.
The people who supported project 2025 are the same people who supported the January 6th insurrection.
The Heritage Foundation spent $22 million to prepare this authoritarian plan and although the personnel hiring process has ...
Vote No Wisconsin
Wisconsin voters will be asked two questions to amend (change) the constitution on their August ballot. These potential changes will impact both the process for distributing federal money, and who has the power to make those decisions. These large sweeping changes will impact a wide range of issues voters care about, from education to the environment to how quickly the government can respond to emergencies (like a public health crisis or a natural disaster). The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin knows that if these amendments are passed they will be harmful to the people ...
Yet Another Anniversary Roe v Wade
A reminder that on June 24 we are seeing yet another anniversary of the overturning of Roe v Wade (June 24, 2022). What does your area have planned? Is your community planning a rally? Below are some talking points for Letters to the Editor. Talk to your friends and neighbors, we need to have facts out there.
**Wausau will have a rally on Saturday, June 22 from noon unti 1:30 PM at the entrance to Marathon Park, across from John Muir. Bring a sign and see you there. More details to come.
The Supreme Court ruling in FDA v. Alliance for ...