Dora Drake

The official page of WI State Senator for the 4th Senate District and Chair of the Legislative Black Caucus. Young, Black, & Innovative!

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

As your Senator and Chair of the Black Caucus, I am committed to keeping you informed about the latest developments and how they impact our community.

Stay up to date with our Weekly E-Updates! You can sign up and view them on my website.

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[A.J. Bayatpour @AJBayatpour]

Our cameras showed last week's Milwaukee elections mishap. There have since been claims Milwaukee's absentee ballot drop swung or "stole" the election.

It's simply false. Our live coverage shows Crowley was up by 2,100 votes before the drop, which then pushed his lead to 3,300

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

As Chair of the WI Legislative Black Caucus here is our joint statement on the death of Corey Ruiz at the hands of Madison Police Officers. My heartfelt prayers and deepest sympathies are with his family, loved ones and the greater Madison community following yesterday’s events.

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

SCOWIS striking down minority student aid is morally wrong. As a first-gen student who relied on this support, I’ll keep fighting so every young person can chase their dreams and to eliminate all disparities. That’s what real leaders in a democracy are supposed to do.

[Heartland Signal @HeartlandSignal]

Wisconsin State @SenatorDrake (D) on Juneteenth and "ongoing struggle" for Black liberation:

"You can't take away joy, because we know our ongoing struggles will not compare to the freedoms our future will have. And we will never be truly free until all Black lives are free."

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

I voted no, this is my statement following the bi-partisan rejection of the surplus spending bill this special session.

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

Here is the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus statement on the United States Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act. #CivilRights #Wisconsin #SCOTUS #VRA

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

College athletics is changing, and for too long student athletes have been exploited for unpaid labor while universities & NCAA reap billions in revenue. This bill aims to improve compensation for student athletes and make Wisconsin competitive nationwide. #NIL #NCAA

[620 WTMJ @620wtmj]

Wisconsin Senate passes NIL bill that provides state funds to UW-Madison
https://t.co/ZKQOgDTXuF

[Wisconsin Senate Democrats @SenateDemsWI]

As today's Senate floor session winds down, @SenatorDrake stepped off the floor to express what many Democrats feel: frustration that the Republican majority has not focused on bills to reduce costs for Wisconsin families. It will be a new day when Democrats are in the majority.

[ReadyWisconsin @ReadyWisconsin]

There is still time to be prepared before a winter storm moves in later today!🌨️

❄️ Get the latest forecast information from a trusted source
❄️ Ensure you have what you need before the storm arrives
❄️ Be prepared for potential power outages

[State Senator Dianne H. Hesselbein @SenHesselbein]

I’m pleased the Senate this week adopted my amendment to provide Hmong and Lao veterans in Wisconsin military funeral honors upon their passing.
Every veteran deserves dignity, honor and respect.
We are forever grateful.

[Giannis Antetokounmpo @Giannis_An34]

Legends don’t chase. They attract 💯😎

[ReadyWisconsin @ReadyWisconsin]

Know which actions to take during extreme cold conditions.

👤 Limit time outdoors, check on neighbors, and dress in layers
🏠 Use space heaters with caution, and slow drip faucets
🚙 Keep gas tank at least half full, check your tire pressure and your battery

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

My statement on one of the statewide referendums this November just passed by the Republican controlled State Senate.

[Spectrum News 1 Wisconsin @SpectrumNews1WI]

State @SenatorDrake, a Democrat from Milwaukee, joined In Focus this week to discuss her role serving as part of Wisconsin's Legislative Black Caucus and how Dr. King's legacy shapes her career as a lawmaker.

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

WI Republicans had over a decade to expand economic & educational opportunities for all Wisconsinites. They have the power and chose not to. Now they are trying to blame black and brown people, women and other minorities to conceal their neglect & refusal
https://t.co/LhJY93bjKW

[Senator Jeff Smith @sensmithwi]

On MLK Day, we recommit to lifting people up and opening doors that have been closed for too long. Yet, this week the Senate will be voting to approve Assembly Joint Resolution 102 to add a constitutional amendment to the ballot to ban anti-discrimination programs.

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

As we honor Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy, we must actively defend it. Some political leaders make symbolic posts while undermining his legacy. This week, the State Senate will consider a constitutional amendment to ban anti-discrimination programs. Here is my full statement.

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

The Republican Majority in the legislature has had over a decade to expand economic and educational opportunities for all Wisconsinites. SJR 94 is manufactured discrimination to conceal their neglect to help everyone and divide our state. Here is my full statement:

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

The failure of Trump and Republicans to extend the Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits will strain our state’s charity clinics, who are already targeted by this administration. Affordable healthcare should be a right for all Americans.

https://t.co/J6ouz4hTOJ

[Dora Drake @SenatorDrake]

We must honor our commitment to special education funding from the recent state budget. Public schools rely on these funds to support students, and educators. When the state fails to meet its promises, local districts face resource strain.

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