Wisconsin Green Party Holds Productive Spring Gathering with Focus on Housing Crisis
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.”
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Remembering May 18, 1964: How Milwaukee Students Stood Up Against Injustice
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.
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Remembering Brown v. Board of Education: Confronting Residential Segregation in Wisconsin
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.
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International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia 2023: LGBTQI+ Rights and Housing as a Human Right
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.
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Housing Is A Human Right: The Wisconsin Green Party's Vision
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.
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From Standard Oil to Housing: Harnessing Government Regulation for Justice
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."
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WI Green Party Spring 2023 Newsletter
The Wisconsin Green Party Spring 2023 Newsletter is here!
Read about the WIGP Spring Gathering, our discussion on "Housing as a Human Right" with Green candidates and elected officials, May Day, Line 5, local chapter and committee reports, proposed bylaws changes, and more!
Click here to see a downloadable PDF version of the WIGP Spring 2023 Newsletter.
Celebrating May Day: Standing With Workers and Striving for a Greener Wisconsin
This International Workers' Day, we at the Wisconsin Green Party join hands with workers all over our state, our country, and the world. May Day is a time to remember the incredible struggles and victories of the labor movement, and it's also a reminder of how important it is to keep fighting for workers' rights and economic justice. As we honor the courage and perseverance of workers, we're also reminded of the pressing need to move towards a sustainable, fair, and environmentally conscious economy that benefits everyone.
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Honoring Jacob Coxey's Army and the Struggle for Economic Justice
On this day, 129 years ago, Jacob Coxey's Army of unemployed workers began their historic march on Washington D.C. As the Wisconsin Green Party, we commemorate this significant event in the history of workers' rights and economic justice. In these trying times, when the issues of unemployment, economic inequality, and ecological crisis are more relevant than ever, we are reminded of the importance of grassroots activism and the power of ordinary people to effect change.
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Wisconsin Green Party Commemorates Workers' Memorial Day, Calls for Ecosocialist Solutions
The Wisconsin Green Party honors Workers' Memorial Day, standing in solidarity with the families, friends, and communities affected by the loss of lives, injuries, and illnesses caused by hazardous working conditions. We mourn these tragic losses and demand transformative change to build a society that values people and the planet over profit.
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