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Official Government
Communication
Dear Friend,
Welcome to my
email newsletter. There is a lot happening at the State Capitol and it is
my hope that this email will help you stay in touch with your government.
As your Senator, I truly believe in public service. If there is anything
my office can do to assist you, please feel free to contact us.
Here to serve,
Sen. Lena
Taylor
4th District
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Making the
Grade
A quality education is key
to a child’s future. When we provide our kids with a good education, we give
them countless opportunities for their adult lives. This week the Department
of Public in struction announced the
majority of schools in Wisconsin met or exceeded expectations. It’s great to
hear that many students around the state are doing well. However, this report did come with bad news: there
are almost 100 schools that didn’t pass. Many were high poverty schools.
Students in high poverty areas should get the same quality education as kids
from higher income areas. Finances should not determine the quality of one’s
education. We can do better for our kids. While we should celebrate the
progress we’ve made as a state, we also need to focus on our schools in
trouble so that every child has the opportunities they deserve. Moving
forward, let’s put a focus on these kids and make sure their futures are as
bright as their classmates.
Bannon
Appointment Unacceptable
The presidential election
is  a nightmare that keeps on giving. Earlier this week,
President-elect Donald Trump announced Stephen Bannon, head of the
conservative, racist, sexist, and anti-Semitic “news” site Breitbart, would
be his top policy adviser. This site is heavily associated with the so-called
“alt-right” movement, which has been a breeding ground for white supremacy
and hate. Today, I join over 150 members of Congress in speaking out
against Bannon’s appointment. We’ve been loud and proud in our discontent.
And what have Republicans said? You guessed it. Nothing. The alt-right
movement is doing everything in their power to normalize hate. We cannot
normalize racism, sexism and Islamophobia. America is a country for everyone
regardless of race or religion. Racism won’t make America great again.
Mistakes
Cost Lives
A recent report found that mistakes in medical
care and poor monitoring w ere responsible for three
inmate deaths at Sheriff David Clarke’s Milwaukee County Jail. The report
also found that one third of medical positions at the center remain vacant,
making it difficult to treat inmates. I shouldn’t have to spell out why this
is unacceptable. When we put people in corrections, we put them in the care
of the government. There is no reason why that care should be sub-par. We
need to get these medical positions filled so our people receive proper care.
People in corrections are there to reform. We need to give them the
opportunity to do that.
Thanksgiving
 On behalf of myself and my office, I would
like to wish everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a time of
year for us to reflect on those who mean the most to us, and to show we
cherish them. Make sure to call any loved ones to let them know you care if
you won’t see them over the holiday. If you’d like to help the community this
Thanksgiving, please check out Parklawn Assembly of God’s community
Thanksgiving which helps to prepare and deliver Thanksgiving meals to
families in need. Please call their office for more information
(414-442-7411). Once again, I’d like to wish everyone a blessed Thanksgiving.
Please enjoy your holiday to the fullest.
Weekly
Call to Action
I still believe that love
trumps hate. I know that we will emerge from this stronger and more united.
But only if we all get off the sidelines and get in the fight against hate.
If you’re u.jpg) pset about the appointment
of Bannon you need to contact your elected officials and tell them that you
won’t stand for a bigot in the White House and that they shouldn’t either.
Your elected officials are there to listen, so let your voice be heard loud
and clear. Senator Tammy Baldwin and Representative Gwen Moore have already
objected to Bannon’s selection. But what about Sen. Ron Johnson? Contact your
Senator today and ask him to object to Bannon’s hiring. Moments like these
define us as a people. Years from now, will you feel like you did everything
you could to stop hate and bigotry? I refuse to live in a world where hate
wins, and I hope you will join me.
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