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Focus bipartisan energy on putting people back to work
Now that the debate on rules is behind us, let’s devote at least as much energy toward working together on the people’s priorities – let’s put the people of Wisconsin back to work.
Rep. Barca: Inauguration Day Message
I want Wisconsin to have a robust economy, plenty of good-paying jobs, skilled workers with top-notch training and government that mirrors the will of the people. Let’s bury extremism in Wisconsin and, as our motto says, move FORWARD together.
Rep. Barca announces Democratic committee assignments for upcoming legislative session
“I am excited about the hard work, expertise and dedication our veteran and incoming members will bring to their respective committees,” Rep. Barca said.

Assembly leaders agree to limit overnight debates, install time clock
Vos, Barca and other legislative leaders negotiated for long hours Tuesday and Wednesday trying to reach a deal in what had become the first test of bipartisanship in the new legislative session.
Barca sets the right tone
Why are Barca’s remarks so important? Simple. He cut through the rhetoric and expressed support for genuine cooperation — not the false constructs that sometimes grab the title “bipartisanship.”
New members of the Wisconsin Legislature sworn-in Monday
Barca and Senate Minority Leader Chris Larson called on Republicans to work with them on bills to improve the economy and job training.

Walker celebrates the trampling of rights

The governor signs away workers’ rights

3/11/11

MADISON – In response to Governor Walker’s ceremonial signing of Act 10, Assembly Minority Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) issued the following statement:

“This morning the governor signed a bill behind closed doors stripping away a half-century of Wisconsin workers’ rights and it seemed a fitting end for such a repugnant piece of legislation that passed in such an appalling manner. It’s surprising the governor would host a ceremonial signing to celebrate the gutting of over a half century of worker’s rights this afternoon.

“This legislation ignores the clear will of the people, who have come out overwhelmingly against this bill. Poll after poll has shown that the people of Wisconsin are against the elimination of collective bargaining.

“There is no place for celebration as the rights of teachers, nurses and other workers are erased. This ceremony shows how out of touch Gov. Walker is with the people of this state.

“Walker can celebrate his legislative victory – but we will keep fighting for Wisconsin’s working families until we win the war.”