Tyler Kelly · [email protected]

November 19, 2024 at 5:13 PM

Final Call: Join Us Tomorrow at Noon to Make a Difference!

work together on ways to make an impact through Dear John,   Just a quick reminder – our next WAVE Virtual Action Team meeting is tomorrow at noon! Join us to recap the election and work together on ways to make an impact through Giving Tuesday and year-end fundraising efforts. Don't miss out -- re…

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  Tyler Kelly · [email protected]

November 15, 2024 at 5:31 PM

Join Us on November 20th – Let’s Plan the Next Steps Together!

discuss how the results impact our state and highlight the path forward. Dear John,   We’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming WAVE Virtual Action Team meeting on November 20th at noon. This meeting will be a pivotal moment to reflect on recent election outcomes and strategize ways to make the m…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

November 12, 2024 at 7:20 PM

Help Shape Our Priorities For Next Year

help us identify our deepest wells of power and our greatest opportunities   Hi John, Last week did not bring all of the results we had hoped for, but now, at WAVE, we’ve started to regroup, reflect, and refocus.  What we did gain is a more balanced state government than we have had in over a deca…

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  Jeri Bonavia · [email protected]

November 7, 2024 at 9:32 PM

Join Us On Giving Tuesday To Create Change

Mark your calendar to support the WAVE of Giving Dear John, Right now, many people are feeling hurt, scared, and angry about the outcomes of the election. There’s a lot we don’t know about what 2025 will bring. But there are also truths that we can be sure of.   First, we know that people like you …

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  Nicholas Matuszewski · [email protected]

November 5, 2024 at 12:48 PM

📣Remind Three Friends to Vote Today

many organizations throughout the state offer rides to the polls.      Dear John, It’s Election Day today! The question at the top of your mind may be who our next president will be, but voters today will also select legislators at the federal and state levels. Additionally, we encourage you to vot…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

November 4, 2024 at 4:16 PM

Do You and Your Loved Ones Have a Voting Plan?

How you can help your friends and family make it to the polls Hi John,  Tomorrow is Election Day, and it’s important to vote if you haven’t yet!  Many people find it helpful to make a voting plan. Here are a few things you can do today to help you make it to the polls tomorrow. Make sure you’re re…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

October 29, 2024 at 3:39 PM

Someone You Know Needs a Voting Guide 📖

send it to your friends and loved ones as a useful tool Hi John,  Election Day is just days away! It is our day to use our voices and impact the future of our state and our country. Aside from casting your vote for the next President of the United States, you will also be able to vote for state and…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

October 24, 2024 at 5:55 PM

⏰ Early Voting Has Started!

great way to avoid election day lines. Your early voting location may differ from   Hi John,  In-person early voting for the November 5 election has started across Wisconsin! Over the next week and a half, voters will select our next president, as well as lawmakers at the state and federal levels. …

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  Tyler Kelly · [email protected]

October 22, 2024 at 2:24 PM

WAVE Virtual Action Team Meeting Tomorrow—Two Times to Choose From!

take the next step with us: Join the WAVE Virtual Action Team.  Dear John,  Don't miss out—our first WAVE Virtual Action Team meeting is tomorrow! Click here to register. Two Times Available—October 23rd As we start up our statewide Virtual Action Team, we want to be flexible to meet the needs of bu…

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  Tyler Kelly · [email protected]

October 16, 2024 at 4:13 PM

Join the WAVE Virtual Action Team—Let’s Create Real Change Together!

take the next step with us: Join the WAVE Virtual Action Team.Dear John,   I'm excited to invite you to join the newly forming WAVE Virtual Action Team! Together, we can take meaningful action every month to help reduce gun violence—all from the comfort of our own homes. Click here to join the WAVE …

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  Nicholas Matuszewski · [email protected]

October 15, 2024 at 3:58 PM

🔔 Are You Ready to Vote?

vote “No” on the constitutional amendment question, which Hi John,  We wanted to make sure you’re ready for the big election coming on November 5. In addition to choosing our next president, voters will select legislators at both the federal and state levels.   You'll also have the chance to vote "N…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

September 28, 2024 at 12:17 PM

What I Heard at the White House

got straight back to work with a suite of new Executive Orders – including one to address the growing threat from machine gun conversion     Dear John,   This week, I spent two days at the White House with President Biden, Vice President Harris, and other gun violence prevention advocates and surviv…

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  Jeri Bonavia · [email protected]

September 25, 2024 at 8:54 PM

Last Chance to Register for the Emergency Gun Violence Summit!

registration closes tomorrow night Dear John,  Time is running out! The Emergency Gun Violence Summit on October 10, 2024, at the Baird Center in Milwaukee is approaching quickly, and this is your last chance to secure your spot. This summit is your opportunity to learn from leading experts, conne…

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  Jeri Bonavia · [email protected]

September 17, 2024 at 6:47 PM

Meet the Experts Speaking at the Emergency Gun Violence Summit

Wisconsin’s largest gun violence prevention event Dear John,  We’re just weeks away from the Emergency Gun Violence Summit on October 10, and we couldn’t be more excited to share what you can anticipate at Wisconsin’s largest gun violence prevention event. Why You Should Attend This summit is all a…

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  Darrell Lofton · [email protected]

September 10, 2024 at 7:14 PM

Thanks for Supporting Our Summer Youth Interns

these photos, you’d never know they had been at it for less than a week!   Dear John,  If I had to describe this year’s Youth Summer Interns in one word, it would be this: courageous. Because you’re one of our dedicated advocates, I wanted to share a few highlights of how this summer’s work with you…

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  Jeri Bonavia · [email protected]

August 27, 2024 at 7:14 PM

Join Us At WI's Largest Gun Violence Summit

excited to offer you free admission to this year’s Emergency Gun Violence Summit Dear John,  Thanks to your ongoing support of WAVE Ed Fund, we’re excited to offer you free admission to this year’s Emergency Gun Violence Summit, Wisconsin's largest gun violence prevention event. Join us on October 1…

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  Heidi Johnson · [email protected]

August 15, 2024 at 2:39 PM

You’re Invited: Learn How To Keep Children in Your Town Safe at School This Year

care deeply about the safety of our children. That’s why Hi John,  It’s wild that we’re already thinking about the back-to-school season! As a former teacher, though, I can assure you - school staff have been busy all summer preparing for the upcoming school year.  I know that you, like others acro…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

August 13, 2024 at 12:19 PM

It’s Election Day: Head to the Polls Now!

Remind three friends or family members how important it is to vote Hi John,  Today is Election Day in Wisconsin! Voters across the state will vote in important primary elections at the federal, state, and local levels. We will also have the opportunity to reject the legislature’s attempt to steal …

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

August 12, 2024 at 6:46 PM

🗳️ Make Your Vote Count: Four Easy Steps

Check your voting location and hours. Remember, if you’re Hi John, Tomorrow is Election Day, and if you haven’t voted yet, it’s important to do so!  Many people find it helpful to make a voting plan. Here are a few things you can do today to help you make it to the polls tomorrow. 1. Make sure yo…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

August 6, 2024 at 2:27 PM

Have You Read a Voting Guide Yet? 📖

and send it to your friends and loved ones as a useful tool Hi John, Election Day is a week away! If you haven’t voted in the August 2024 partisan primary yet, that means next Tuesday is your day to use your voice and impact the future of Wisconsin!   Voters will choose candidates for local, state,…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

August 1, 2024 at 2:20 PM

[Reminder] Early Voting is Open!

It is crucial that we vote in every election, with so much on the line. Hi John,  In-person early voting for the August 13th election has started across Wisconsin! The referendums and primaries on your ballot will determine our state's future. With so much on the line, it is crucial that we vote in…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

July 23, 2024 at 3:18 PM

This August Vote No!

would slow the process of getting critical funding to the people who need it Hi John,  Time and time again, our legislature chooses to play political games that ignore the will – and safety – of Wisconsinites like you and me. On our ballots in August, we will see two constitutional amendment quest…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

July 17, 2024 at 1:18 PM

📢Action Alert: Help Prevent Political Violence

demand that our legislators prohibit guns at all political events and polling places John,  Every one of us deserves to participate in the democratic process without fear. That’s as true in your town as it is across the rest of Wisconsin.  That’s why Governor Evers must call the legislature into a…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

July 16, 2024 at 12:25 AM

Tell Governor Evers to Take a Stand Now

firearms should be prohibited at the RNC, all other political events, and polling places. Hi John, I don’t know how you’re feeling right now, but this weekend’s events shocked – and shook me. Once again, people were terrorized by violence in a public gathering where they should have been safe.  A…

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  Tyler Kelly · [email protected]

July 11, 2024 at 2:35 PM

From a WAVE Intern Alum, Excited About This Year’s Youth!

photos of our newest interns! Dear John,   I am WAVE Educational Fund’s newest employee, hired in June as a Policy and Communications Fellow. Before my employment, I participated in WAVE’s youth summer internship in 2019. The internship taught me I could use my anger about gun violence to make a di…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

June 21, 2024 at 7:37 PM

Supreme Court Stands With Survivors...Sort Of

decision today sides with victims and survivors; however, it is deeply disturbing that our protections against gun violence have been eroded John,  This morning, the Supreme Court announced their decision in United States v. Rahimi. The court ruled that the government has the right to disarm domes…

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  Amber Williams · [email protected]

June 18, 2024 at 3:34 PM

⏰Last Call! Author Chat with Dominic Erdozain

Haver you ever been asked what author you would most like to talk with? John, We've been planning our event with author Dominic Erdozain for months, but now the timing of our discussion could not be more critical. Last week the Supreme Court announced their decision to strike down the ATF's ban on …

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  James Santelle · [email protected]

June 13, 2024 at 2:37 PM

From Cover to Cover: Dive into Discussion with Dominic Erdozain

sheds light on the origins of America's gun obsession and examines its far-reaching implications  Hi John, One week from today, I will be leading an interactive  discussion with Dominic Erdozain, author of “One Nation Under Guns: How Gun Culture Distorts Our History and Threatens Our Democracy.” I …

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  Darrell Lofton · [email protected]

June 6, 2024 at 7:46 PM

Join Us for Wear Orange Weekend!

most updated information about how you can participate in Wear Orange all weekend to help raise awareness Hi John,  Tomorrow is National Gun Violence Awareness Day, and this weekend is Wear Orange Weekend. You’re invited to join WAVE and others across the country in wearing orange to honor victims …

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  Darrell Lofton · [email protected]

June 4, 2024 at 2:48 PM

[Summer Internship Update] The Good News...and the Bad

help us offer this meaningful and impactful internship Hi John, We are thrilled to announce that we’re finalizing our list of interns for our 2024 Youth Summer Internship! We’d like to provide this opportunity to at least seven incredible young people, some of whom want to start working as soon as…

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  Darrell Lofton · [email protected]

May 28, 2024 at 2:59 PM

Will You Wear Orange for Gun Violence Prevention?

observe National Gun Violence Prevention Weekend Hi John,  Gun violence prevention is really about one thing: people. You and I understand that all people deserve to live a life free of violence and that we must rally together with this message.  That’s why we’d like to invite you to join us and ot…

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  Darrell Lofton · [email protected]

May 7, 2024 at 9:18 PM

Make a Difference, John: Stand with Youth Against Gun Violence

our teens know all too well that what’s happening isn’t right – and they are determined to end the terror of gun violence Dear John, Our youth have never known a time without active-shooter drills, lockdowns, and school shootings. This is a heartbreaking reality, but our teens know all too well tha…

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  Heidi Johnson · [email protected]

April 30, 2024 at 4:35 PM

Don’t Forget! Mother's Day Donation Gift 🌼

It’s not too late to honor some amazing women in your life! John, It’s not too late to honor the amazing women in your life!  You can still make a donation to receive a gift of seeds. If you contribute this week, we’ll get your seed packet(s) in the mail early next week!  Thank you for your help,He…

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  Heidi Johnson · [email protected]

April 23, 2024 at 7:14 PM

🌻Celebrate the Women Who Have Helped You Grow

receive a packet of seeds for Mother's Day    Dear John,  Throughout my life, I’ve been surrounded by compassionate women whose strength and gentle determination have helped me grow. Without the seeds those mentors planted, I would not be the strong, confident person I am today. I know there are won…

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  Nicholas Matuszewski · [email protected]

April 2, 2024 at 11:19 AM

🤝 Stand Together, Vote Together!

Remind three friends or family members to vote today Hi John, It’s Election Day today! Our ballots in Wisconsin contain choices for local offices (which have a significant impact on our daily lives), our presidential preference, and two constitutional amendment questions. Clearly, there’s a lot on …

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  Nicholas Matuszewski · [email protected]

March 28, 2024 at 1:42 PM

[Resource] Need A Voting Guide for Tuesday's Election?

We’re encourage you to vote "no" to protect the integrity of Wisconsin elections Hi John, Election Day is just days away. It is our day to use our voices and impact the future of Wisconsin!  What are we voting for in this election? For one, we will weigh in on which presidential candidates will pro…

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  Jeri Bonavia · [email protected]

March 7, 2024 at 10:48 PM

An inside look at our year

so grateful I’ve been able to turn to you in critical moments and that you have given your support. Dear John, You have been such a gift to us. Your generosity has helped our communities become safer and has reduced the impacts of gun violence on our families and children.   I’m so grateful I’ve bee…

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  Heidi Johnson · [email protected]

January 16, 2024 at 4:11 PM

We Must Disarm Domestic Abusers!

Help end the crisis of domestic violence that plagues Wisconsin. John, We hope the holiday season offered you time for reflection and that the new year is bringing hope and growth.   We know the holiday season meant many people spent more time at home with family. Sadly, for some people, "home" is n…

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  Jeri Bonavia · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 10:09 PM

🕛 Limited Time Match!

LAST chance to have your donation to WAVE triple-matched by our generous friends.John, With only a few hours left in 2023, this is your last chance to have your donation to WAVE triple-matched by our generous friends. Triple my donation now! This amazing offer came this morning, almost at the last…

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  Amber Williams · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 11:33 AM

[Update] YOU made it possible 🧡

donations TRIPLED between now and midnight! Dear John,  I have incredible news to share. We have nearly reached our $30,000 year-end fundraising goal, and our matching fund-donors are so over-the-moon that they are doing something amazing. If you make a donation between now and midnight, not only wi…

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  Amber Williams · [email protected]

December 29, 2023 at 2:17 PM

John, What's Your "Why?"

I must do everything I possibly can to create a world where my daughter will be safe. Hi John,  Seventeen months ago, I gave birth to a beautiful, energetic baby girl, and my entire world changed. It was the first time I had known the joy of seeing the world through the eyes of my own child. It was…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

December 28, 2023 at 8:42 PM

Six Things We’ll Do in 2024

The funds we raise now will make all these priorities possibleDear John, Gun violence devastates. First and foremost it devastates those who are directly affected. Over time, however, it affects us all. It deteriorates our sense of community and of safety, ultimately preventing people from reaching …

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  Darrell Lofton · [email protected]

December 21, 2023 at 7:49 PM

Did You See It? 👀

I'm so proud of our intern, and I wanted to Hi Friend,  I’m so proud of our intern, Kylie, who sent this email a few days ago, so I wanted to make sure you see it.   Kylie was one of our fantastic crew this summer, and I cannot express how inspiring and fulfilling it was to work with these young peo…

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  WAVE Educational Fund · [email protected]

December 18, 2023 at 11:30 PM

From Our Youth Intern to You 👋

I've made it my mission to show other young people that we haveHi John,  My name is Kylie, and I am a 17-year-old activist from central Wisconsin. I joined WAVE as a youth intern this summer working alongside WAVE staff and other interns to educate our communities about gun violence prevention and p…

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  Jeri Bonavia · [email protected]

November 30, 2023 at 3:50 PM

An Ocean of Gratitude from WAVE

Your gifts will be central to supporting our best, most effective gun violence prevention Good Morning John, Over the past few days, WAVE supporters raised thousands of dollars for gun violence prevention. Even better, every donation was matched, making it go twice as far. That’s worth celebrating! …

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  Jacey Bonavia · [email protected]

November 29, 2023 at 5:07 PM

We've Almost Hit Our Goal!

donation match extended through midnight  Hi John, Today we get to share with you good news, and great news.  The good news is that we were totally inspired by the outpouring of support you showed yesterday on Giving Tuesday. We nearly met our goal to raise $12,000! The great news is that our genero…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

February 2, 2023 at 8:42 PM

Let's work together for violence prevention!

Thanks to you and others, we kept more reckless gun laws at bay last session. Let’s do it again! ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

January 24, 2023 at 4:57 PM

Contact Your Legislators to Save Lives

Demand that your legislators prioritize gun violence prevention policies during this legislative session. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …

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  Heidi Johnson · [email protected]

December 31, 2022 at 5:02 PM

🖼 Highlights of 2022

Thank you for your impact on gun violence prevention! ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …

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  Nick Matuszewski · [email protected]

December 13, 2022 at 5:37 PM

Register for WI Governor's Budget Listening Sessions

Don't miss this opportunity to engage in the budget-creation process! ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …

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