Spencer Black's June 27, 2023 opinion piece labels Cornel West’s third-party presidential campaign as “misguided,” citing Ralph Nader’s 2000 presidential campaign as an instance of how a Green Party presidential candidate can “spoil” elections for Democrats. Black asserts that Nader "took enough votes away from Gore to elect Bush," attributing Gore's loss in Florida, and consequently the election, to Nader's influence. Continue reading

The recent air quality crisis in Wisconsin has brought to the forefront the urgent need for sustainable solutions to environmental challenges. The Wisconsin Green Party is deeply concerned about the health and environmental impacts of this crisis and calls for immediate action to address the root causes of such environmental disasters. Continue reading

Today we celebrate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that all slaves in Texas were free, over two years after President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation went into effect. Let's use this day to reflect on and honor the sacrifices and contributions of Black Americans throughout history. We fight to end the root causes of these issues through education and empowering people through collective action. We envision social justice in which people are treated equally before the law and in their daily lives. To that end, we aim to fight for the rights of Black people at the intersection of oppression, which means addressing the racial achievement gap, having a universal, single-payer system that will be funded through state taxes to meet racial health care, getting back union power in Wisconsin for Black workers, and reaching for economic democracy for maintain an essential quality of life.

Today, we wish to address a critical issue brought to light by a recent article in Wisconsin Watch, titled "Wisconsin Voucher Schools: Discrimination Against LGBTQ+ and Students with Disabilities". As a party that proudly upholds social justice, we cannot remain silent in the face of these disturbing revelations. The publicly-funded voucher schools fostering an environment of discrimination against LGBTQ+ students and those with disabilities directly contravene the foundational principles of fairness, respect, and equality that we, as Wisconsinites, strive to uphold. Continue reading

On May 20, 2023, the Wisconsin Green Party (WIGP) held its Spring Gathering from 12 PM – 3 PM. The event covered a range of important topics and updates for party members, as well as a panel discussion entitled, “Housing is a Human Right.” Continue reading

Today, we commemorate a monumental chapter in the civil rights movement of Wisconsin that occurred 59 years ago. On May 18, 1964, students from Milwaukee schools participated in the first boycott of the city's public schools. This bold act of civil disobedience brought local and national attention to the glaring educational inequality in Milwaukee. Continue reading

Today, as we commemorate the 69th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, we are reminded of our nation's ongoing struggle for racial equity. In 1954, this landmark case led the Supreme Court to declare that "separate educational facilities are inherently unequal," thereby making racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional. Despite this significant step forward, our struggle for true equality continues, with systemic inequalities still deeply rooted in our society, particularly in housing. Continue reading

Today, May 17, 2023, we stand together in unity, respect, and strength as we commemorate the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT). As a community, we understand that the fight against these injustices is inseparable from our broader quest for social, economic, and environmental justice. Continue reading

On May 20, 2023, when we gather for the Wisconsin Green Party's Spring Gathering under the theme "Housing is a Human Right", it's important to take a moment to appreciate the profound significance of these words. Housing is more than just a place to rest your head, it's a fundamental human need that affects every aspect of our lives, from health and safety to opportunities and social mobility. Continue reading

Today, we remember an impactful event in American history: the U.S. Supreme Court ordered the dissolution of the Standard Oil Company on May 15, 1911. This landmark case served as a powerful demonstration of the necessary role of government in regulating business practices for the public good. As we address the current housing crisis in our country, we can draw inspiration from this precedent and fight for the same decisive government action to ensure that "Housing is a Human Right." Continue reading