Gwen Moore Appears on The Colbert Report

The "openly black" congresswoman talked politics and pretended to ride motorcycles with the comedic talk show host Wednesday night.

U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore is the latest politician to take a political risk and appear on The Colbert Report with comedian Stephen Colbert. If you're not familiar with the show, Colbert takes on the role of an exaggerated right-wing talk show host. In his "Better Know a District" segment, he has poked fun at about 80 U.S. representatives, with the ambitious goal of reaching all 435 congressional districts. Moore represents Wisconsin's 4th Congressional District, which recently expanded to include Shorewood, Whitefish Bay, Fox Point, Glendale and Bayside. On last night's show, Colbert asked Moore to expand on her thoughts about Rep. Paul Ryan's budget, which she has said favors the rich. Moore said America should be more akin to a family, in …

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The Donny Show

9:54 am on Friday, May 17, 2013

Friends who work at the House say Moore is one of a few House Members that are laughed at. She is BEYOND incompetent and has not clue what she is doing most of time. I think it is HILARIOUS that the people of Shorewood allow her to represent them. Is there not ANY other flaming libtard that could take her place (not that I am endorsing someone who might actually DO something; I am fine with her …   more ›

North Shore Republican Launches Congressional Campaign

Janet Hinz, an adjunct college instructor, will run against Dan Sebring in a Republican primary battle to challenge Democratic incumbent Gwen Moore, who now represents Shorewood.

(This story was updated at 3:07 p.m. May 2 to include Dan Sebring's candidacy for the 4th District Congressional seat.) Whitefish Bay's Janet Hinz will face off against fellow Republican candidate Dan Sebring in a primary battle to challenge five-term incumbent Democrat Gwen Moore in the November 2014 election. Hinz, 42, is an adjunct instructor in the Business and English Department at Cardinal Stritch University. She and her husband Jason have lived in Whitefish Bay for 12 years with their three children, Molly, Clark and Clara. Hinz characterizes herself as a moderate Republican, and said she is fed up with extreme points of views dividing the nation. “America needs critical thinkers, and the people of Wisconsin’s 4th Congressional …

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Walker a GOP Standout for Presidential Race, Political Scientist Says

Speculation aside, Larry Sabato, a well-known political scientist lays out his argument for Gov. Scott Walker being a top-tier candidate for Republican nomination for president in 2016.

The signs that Gov. Scott Walker is laying the groundwork for a possible presidential run are clear, but still speculative. And that speculation may be intensifying as Larry Sabato, a well-known political scientist, has declared Walker a top-tier candidate for Republican nominee for president in 2016 — right up there with New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida. Walker is writing a book about his governorship, which may become a resume of sorts and is planning to address conservatives in Iowa at the invitation of Gov. Terry Branstad in May. He also was one of the key speakers at the Conservative Political Action Conference in March. And, according to Politico, “he wouldn’t commit to serving throughout a second four-…

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morninmist

7:44 pm on Thursday, May 2, 2013

@WisconsinStrong Gov. Walker Should Step Down as Chair of WEDC Board: WEDC performance suggests lack of leadership http://ow.ly/kEYMi #wiunion #wiright FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sen. Hansen May 2, 2013 608-266-5670 Governor Should Step Down as Chair of WEDC Board WEDC performance suggests a lack of leadership and oversight (Madison)— Responding to a Legislative Audit which showed mass ive …   more ›

Newcomer Bockhorst, Incumbent Linnane Win Close Village Board Race

In a close contest, incumbent Patrick Linnane and newcomer Tammy Bockhorst edged out challenger Paul Zovic Tuesday night, taking two seats on the Shorewood Village Board.

Incumbents Re-elected in State Supreme Court, Superintendent of Schools Races

Justice Pat Roggensack defeats Ed Fallone in race for Wisconsin Supreme Court, while Tony Evers beats Don Pridemore for state superintendent of schools.

State Supreme Court Justice Pat Roggensack defeated challenger Ed Fallone Tuesday in her bid for a second 10-year term on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Meanwhile, Superintendent of Schools Tony Evers withstood a challenge from Republican state Rep. Don Pridemore in the only other contested statewide race on the ballot. Roggensack was declared the winner by the Associated Press shortly before 10 p.m. Tuesday. As of midnight, with 88 percent of the statewide vote counted, she had 57 percent of the vote to Fallone's 42 percent, according to election results from WISN 12 News. The race for Wisconsin's top education post wasn't as close. With 88 percent of the statewide vote counted as of midnight, Evers had 61 percent of the vote, with …

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Dirk Gutzmiller

7:21 pm on Friday, April 5, 2013

@karen k - I surmise that most of those claiming higher intelligence than Bren are at least high school graduates, but test as 7th graders.   more ›

What to Know for Tuesday's Election

What you need to know — from polling locations to sample ballots — before hitting the voting booth on Tuesday.

Shorewood Snapshot: Election Day; Jugglefest; Author, Historian Visits Village

A look at this week's local events and news.

Here's a look at what's coming up this week in Shorewood. If we're missing something, please add it to the calendar or let us know in the comment section.  Election Day — Tuesday is of course Election Day and there are several races on the ballot including a Village Board general election, Wisconsin Supreme Court race and state superintendent race, among other contests.  Check out Shorewood Patch’s Election Central page to see what’s on the ballot and learn more about the candidates before heading out to the polls on Tuesday. And, stay with Patch for real-time coverage of Election Day. Jugglefest — Professional performers as well as local talent anchor the eighth annual Jugglefest Variety Show. This year’s event emcee is Lou Lepore, …

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Shorewood 2013 Spring Election Guide

What you need to know — from polling locations to sample ballots — before hitting the voting booth on April 2.

Only Clerk's Office Open on Good Friday as Early Voting Ends

Friday is the last day for residents to vote early in-person for Tuesday's election and clerks' offices across the state, including Shorewood's, are required to be open.

With the spring election on Tuesday, muncipal clerks' offices across the state — including Shorewood — are required to be open on Good Friday. The clerk’s office at Shorewood Village Hall, 3920 N. Murray Ave., will be open for in-person absentee voting and other election details that day. Friday is the deadline for in-person voting. You may also cast an absentee ballot by mail, but it must be postmarked no later than Tuesday. Here is more information on voting early in Wisconsin. "The absentee voting statutes provide no exemption from or postponement for deadlines occurring on the Thursday or Friday before the Spring Election, regardless of their relationship to religious observances that are not recognized as state holidays," Wisconsin …

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