Voting/Elections


Revised – Wisconsin Student Voter ID Fact Sheet – Common Cause

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For Release: Thursday - October 2, 2014 Wisconsin Voter Photo ID What College & University Students Need to Know The reinstatement of Wisconsin’s Voter Photo ID law on September 12th – just 52 days before the November 4th general election – has put the ability to cast a ballot at risk for many college and university students across the state. A Wisconsin college student ID is valid at the polls as long as it: hasn't expired; has the student’s name, photo and signature; includes issuing and expiration dates; and the ID does not expire more than two ...

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“The Test” – Wisconsin Values – A Progressive Balance

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Many months back a group of concerned citizens developed “The Test.” It was centered on three simple words - - - Fairness, Respect and Community. These words were chosen because they embody values that virtually all Wisconsinites hold dear. “The Test” was originally written to give citizens a basis upon which to assess proposed legislation and regulation, but it can also be applied to candidates for public office. As we approach the fall elections it is critical that we ask ourselves - - - does a candidate and what they propose and stand for represent fairness, ...

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Wisconsinvote.org – Resource for the August 12, 2014 Primaries

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GET READY FOR THE AUGUST 12 PRIMARY ELECTIONS WITH WISCONSINVOTE.ORG Voters in Wisconsin will cast their ballot in primaries, including the race for governor on Tuesday, August 12, 2014. If you’re looking for information about the candidates, you’ll find everything you need at: www.wisconsinvote.org This resource is produced by Wisconsin Public Radio and Wisconsin Public Television. Find the primaries in your area and read candidate profiles for senate and assembly districts along with candidates running for statewide office.

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