Progressive Dane

Official Twitter account of Progressive Dane, an independent local political party based in Dane County, Wisconsin.

[Wisconsin Green Party @WIGreens]

We need progressive Green-minded folks to run for local office... like you!

Join the Four Lakes Green Party, @ProgDane & @DSAMadison with local elected officials past & present for a virtual info session on running for local office Sunday 11/20 at 11am! https://t.co/crZZBgNa3S

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

Important reporting on this issue. It's time to start making different decisions about incarceration, public safety, and our priorities as a community.

[Tone Madison @ToneMSN]

Dane County's ever more expensive jail project has taken another turn, as Sheriff Kalvin Barrett begins moving incarcerated people to other counties. @dgfitch delves into how we got here, the absurdity of the jail debate, and the options ahead

https://t.co/TwLxuCkaGm

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

Instead of paying the ever-increasing cost of building a jail, we should be rethinking public safety, building up the community, and addressing the systemic racism and racial disparities that plague our county.

[The Capital Times @CapTimes]

After finally approving funding for jail consolidation in March, the long-awaited project will go back to the Board of Supervisors for approval. https://t.co/WvU1YXB0SK

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

Supervisor Wegleitner's proposals also include rules changes that prioritize public participation and input. See the article for more of these thoughtful proposals.

https://t.co/DFchAwq4UO

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

Starting in an hour with:
- Dani Rischall, Chrysalis Inc
- Anthony Cooper Sr, Nehemiah
- Karen Reece, Nehemiah
- Heidi Wegleitner, County Board Supervisor (district 2) and housing rights attorney

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

Join us this Wednesday at 6:30 for a panel discussion with Anthony Cooper Sr. and Karen Reece from the Nehemiah Center for Urban Leadership Development, Kurt Stapleton with Chrysalis, and Supervisor Heidi Wegleitner.

https://t.co/dt2box1JKt

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

Join us this Wednesday at 6:30 for a panel discussion with Anthony Cooper Sr. and Karen Reece from the Nehemiah Center for Urban Leadership Development, Kurt Stapleton with Chrysalis, and Supervisor Heidi Wegleitner.

https://t.co/dt2box1JKt

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

"You can email the county board to ask your supervisor to support the Doyle resolution at [email protected] and County Executive Parisi at [email protected]
*edited: when emailing, don’t forget your address and/or county board district."

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

From Supervisor Heidi Wegleitner on Supervisor Doyle's resolution to halt the jail plane.

"Supervisor Doyle released a resolution today to halt the $148M jail plan, commit to ending systemic racism in our criminal justice system, and pursue solutions to reduce the number of...

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

"...incarcerated people in Dane County including non law enforcement crisis response services. Thank you for your courageous leadership, Sup. Doyle! I am excited to co-sponsor. Please help build support for this timely and impactful resolution.

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

Latest blog post - PD's statement on policing, protests, and local policies. https://t.co/5dOvtvYa3c #ProDane

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

May Education Forum GMM: In order to receive the Google Meets link, please either fill out the following Google Form (easiest way) or email [email protected] with your name and question(s) for the School Board members.
Google Form: https://t.co/Jzf5l23hcP

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

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[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

Join us as PD endorsed school board members discuss meaningfully on how to continue Progressive Dane's education platform forward and takes questions from you.
Members and the Public are Welcome! https://t.co/sFE0ThQo3l #ProDane

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

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[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

Metro Changes, State Safer At Home Order, Voting and Property Taxes:
Beginning Tuesday, March 24, customers are asked to board and exit buses using the rear doors and fares will not be collected.

Read more on Alder Keith Furman's page: https://t.co/pea29flzyA…

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

A great look at how and what Madison, Dane County and the Public Health Department are doing in response to COVID-19 and reminders to the public.

https://t.co/MzYfpCgg1o…/madison-dane-county-…/31347

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

Alder Evers has posted Madison's City Clerk's, Maribeth Witzel-Behl, notice on "Voters in Need of a Witness"

Read here: https://t.co/LBYudrSg3N…

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

Week of March 16 Meetings updates: For an updated list of city meetings, visit the City Clerk's Meeting Schedule at https://t.co/hwH9lHCHtT and check out Alder Patrick W. Heck's blog with the updates https://t.co/xajKugXFuR

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

ACT NOW! will deliver the No-F35s petition to the Secretary of the Air Force and to Wisconsin elected officials on Thursday, March 19.
The petition already has 2,000 signature. Make your voice heard and add your signature.
No-F35s petition: https://t.co/6c9wPXDxX7

[Progressive Dane @ProgDane]

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Which day of the week is best for you to attend our monthly GMM? Let us know by answering the Google Form below.

https://t.co/EuNiNu6ATo

*PLEASE NOTE* June's GMM will be on Thursday the 25th. This questionnaire is for all other GMM's*