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The governor is focused on what families in Wisconsin are focused on, which is how they afford their health care, how they pay their heating bills and how they fill their gas tanks.

The governor wasn't there to endorse any candidate. He was simply there to create a format where Wisconsin residents could see and hear their candidates directly instead of through endless 30-second commercials.

The Supreme Court's decision to review the Vermont and Wisconsin cases means that the issue of campaign finance reform will be on the front burner for the court in the months ahead,

These young guys get to live in their moment. I don't know what people remember about Wisconsin or what people remember about Arizona. Everyone is in their own time warp.

These legislators did the right thing and recognized the importance of letting Wisconsin citizens have their say in November.

The stars are aligning to put Wisconsin on the biotech map, and we'd stack our science at UW-Madison up with anybody in the world.

We watched Wisconsin pound it on them. We felt really good about our offensive line and our running backs, and we felt we could take it to 'em in the running game.

The Saturday to Sunday trip to Camp Manitou gives students the opportunity to relax a bit and get outside. Wisconsin is a great place to live because of the outdoors and north woods.

The Wisconsin fans are unbelievable. We can even feed off of that too. I'd just like to thank them on behalf of BC and my teammates. It's been a heck of a tournament and we really appreciate everything that was done for us.

You have to give Wisconsin credit. I thought they outworked us shift in, shift out.

What an interesting irony that the foremost chip promoter in the world comes from Wisconsin and Wisconsin would be the first state to say, 'Hey, at least get our permission first'. It's good that lawmakers in Wisconsin are paying attention to the fact that this technology even exists.

While I want to thank the people and businesses throughout Wisconsin who have already contributed to this enormous effort -- there is still so much more to do, ... It's clear the clean-up and recovery is going to take a very long time. Those who have lost everything will need assistance for everything from housing, to schooling, to finding new jobs, and Wisconsin's relief efforts will not cease until all those who have survived this trauma are safe and secure.

Um, I'm doing an interview with Wisconsin Radio in a few minutes, and then I'm supposed to fly to Washington to do 'Hardball,' but I'm waiting to see what happens with the hurricane (Katrina). My life is really kind of surreal right now.

Toward the end of the trip, a Wisconsin church group asked us if we could send some people on an emergency basis to help finish off the field reconstruction. That night the town teams were scheduled to play their first games since the hurricane and the rebuilding effort was running behind.

Brian tests really well. I know he ran a 4.29 hand-held (40-yard dash) at Junior Day at Wisconsin last spring, and he's got amazing hands.

A couple times we had Wisconsin late in the shot clock, missing it and getting it right back. And it kills you to play 35 seconds of shot clock over and over again.

somebody who can work with the whole community, and who can look to the future of north central Wisconsin to see what educational needs people in this area should prepare for.

Experts agree that a bird flu pandemic could strike and race across the world like wildfire, but experts say with the right amount of preparation and planning, officials in Wisconsin should be able to snuff out any crisis.

While it may seem objectionable to some that a state official would organize and sponsor a fundraiser, and invite to that fundraiser individuals who do business with the state agency with which the official is associated Wisconsin statutes do not prohibit or restrict those practices.

Under Wisconsin law, this product does not require a safety cap and is not in any violation of our law. But these companies must ask themselves if they can do more so people won't mistake these cleaners for a soft drink.

The governor believes people carrying loaded weapons around will make Wisconsin less safe.

The governor has said we've not had a nuclear plant built anywhere in the country for three decades, and Wisconsin is not going to be the state that breaks that streak.

We are excited about the opportunity to own 100 percent of the existing Guardian pipeline as well as the opportunity to build, own and operate Guardian's expansion and extension to Green Bay. Consolidating Guardian's ownership adds strategic benefits to the Partnership as well as significant fee-based revenue under long-term contracts. As we move forward with this project, we are pleased to be a part of new pipeline infrastructure that will provide natural gas customers in Wisconsin with the necessary choices to support growth and competition.

Coach Pearl was telling me about a game versus Wisconsin he had. He said that was one of the few leads he's lost in his coaching career. We're picking up on the coaches' mentality, and it's starting to become contagious around here.

That showed us where we really are. Wisconsin really showed us our strengths and weaknesses. That we can have more control of the ball and play more possession not just kick it. Last year we used to just kick it and let me and Alexandra run on to it.

That was a bizarre game. I thought Wisconsin played very well in the first half, and we just sort of hung in the game. I thought it hurt them when Tucker went out, and I thought we did some good things, too.

A lot of Wisconsin consumers were upset with their telephone company in 2005. In fact, it was the #2 complaint last year. We intend to zero in on telephone companies.

Although we were able to gain votes, we have always anticipated the legislature would ultimately pass the ban. That's why Action Wisconsin and Center Advocates have focused on educating tens of thousands of voters for the past 600 days. As the official statewide campaign, Fair Wisconsin will build off that foundation and run a serious campaign to win in November.

This has been a tremendous challenge for all states, and Wisconsin is not unique in that sense. I don't think our not meeting these mandates reflects poorly on the way we run these elections.

They're still thinking gung-ho winter in February, but March is iffy. In southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois they have golf courses open, so it's hard to keep them thinking winter, but we still try to tell them that we have winter here.

Other places have come asking for him. But Wisconsin is a wonderful university, and the medical complex is strong. Bob's talents will be put to very good use there.

People can look at this all day long if they want to, but they're not going to find anything because the governor and his entire administration act with integrity and the people of Wisconsin know that.

People are talking about the rebound of Wisconsin Rapids. Four years ago, they were talking about this as a dying community. That's a significant change. ... We've really instilled a positive can-do attitude.

Our concern is that people are coming across the border into Illinois and Wisconsin having this very contagious disease.

There's no way we should lose by 20 in an NCAA tournament game. No way. The front of our jersey says Wisconsin and we let everybody down. We put effort in out there but you just can't lose by 20.

This year, we received a waiver to reduce attendance days from 180 to 175. Part of the approval (from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction) included the requirement to make up any missed days.

This region could stand alone and shine. Minnesota and Wisconsin would be the ethanol hot spot of the nation.

We at MTG see this as an opportunity to increase awareness of the capabilities of the blind and visually impaired and to reward financially the good works of the Wisconsin Council of the Blind.

We had 150 people attend an information session in Rice Lake. That tells you how confusing it is. Organizations, such as the Wisconsin Retired Teachers Association, are holding their own meetings and making recommendations to their members.

This will help Wisconsin set itself apart from equally impressive states because it is the first.

The University of Wisconsin is big, but there's a small-town feel here in the state's capital (you can't get away from the cheese, but you can go ice fishing on any winter's day),

This family has been devastated. Their life just got completely rearranged. It's relieving to know they are in Wisconsin now. It is unbelievable.

They were just delightful people, and we spent some time with them the next day, ... We just started talking about wouldnt it be fun if they came up to Wisconsin this summer.

You pick a school on the people. Wisconsin has the people.

This is a terrific time for the department. So many things are going well. They're in great shape financially. A lot of teams are doing really well. A lot of new facilities. It should the beginning of another golden age in Wisconsin athletics. That hasn't always been the case.

This is an opportunity for fans to secure their tickets to great games in prime locations before individual tickets go on sale. By dropping the marquee pricing for the Cubs and Cardinals games, we are offering another incentive to Wisconsin residents to pack the park with Brewers fans on those days.

This is a person who has a long history in Wisconsin including as a former legislator and as a member of the governor's administration. The governor always picks the people who are best for the jobs.

This is an incredible tragedy. One in which a great family tradition like a deer hunt has turned into such a great loss for the families involved. The whole state of Wisconsin feels the deepest sympathy and pain.

This is the first time that normal citizens had a chance to speak on the biggest and most widespread political scandal in Wisconsin history. They resoundingly said that this was a profound violation of the public trust.

I'm working hard to encourage travel all across our state and I'm pleased to support 'Blaze A New Trail,' ... The event will offer a fun get-away for women and showcase Wisconsin as a great travel destination for everyone.

I had no idea there was any speculation whatsoever. None of the Wisconsin players complained afterward, so I didn't know what they were talking about. I had no idea it was off.

In our national mythology, we seem to include only one-way migrations to the great capitol cities. The journey from the small Wisconsin town or Minnesota city to Chicago or New York or Los Angeles. Certainly for some people, that journey is a round trip.

In the initial planning, I was the main representative in the forming of learning centers and principles that could be incorporated into the Pier Wisconsin center.

In the four years since the PATRIOT Act's enactment, a broad range of Americans have petitioned their state and local governments to protect them from unwarranted surveillance and other excesses of the federal government. Eight state legislatures and nearly 400 local and county governments have responded by passing resolutions upholding the civil liberties of their 85 million constituents, who make up one-third of the U.S. population. Such a large, powerful, and nonpartisan groundswell of people acting locally to hold their federal elected representatives accountable is unparalleled in U.S. history. We commend Senator Feingold for reading the state resolutions of Alaska, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Maine, Montana, and Vermont, and the county and local government resolutions of his home state of Wisconsin aloud to his Senate colleagues yesterday.

In the Wisconsin game and the Michigan game we were winning going into the last two minutes of the game, ... Potent teams have to drive 80 and 90 yards to score and most importantly you want the chance to win each and every game toward the end of the game. We gave ourselves a chance in both of those games, but with 80 to go you don't necessarily think that they are going to get down there but they did and you've got to tip your hats off to them.

Oklahoma had some big bodies, athletic guys. So does Florida, the same with Memphis and Wisconsin this year. They had a lot of big bodies. It's just another assignment for me. You can't take anybody lightly. ... (But) just because they are taller doesn't mean they are going to get every rebound.

Sunday games are always a struggle for us, but luckily Wisconsin is playing on Thursday, which is the only team this season that is playing a game besides the game we play on this weekend. Usually all the teams take the day off. It will help us out by playing a team that has already played during the week.

Not so fast, John Kerry, ... We're going to have an election here in Wisconsin this Tuesday. And we've got a whole group of primaries coming up. And I, for one, intend to fight with everything I've got for every one of those votes.

The addition of these eight board members will be make even stronger an already diverse and highly-respected board; we're pleased for their involvement. Not only do they bring a global perspective to their new position, but they also foster a deep knowledge about how best to position Wisconsin in the Knowledge Economy.

Talking points use worst case scenarios. But we should not pit ethanol against Wisconsin manufacturing - that is very troublesome.

Anyone who comes to Wisconsin is going to find a warm, welcoming state ready to reach out and ready to make sure that we do everything we can to help these people get back on their feet,

Notre Dame and Wisconsin were the two biggest games when I was in college,

Not only is he a freshman (going to state), but he's the only freshman in the entire state of Wisconsin who qualified for the 50-free in both divisions, and he's only one of two freshmen who qualified in the 100-free. That just shows you what a talent this young man really is.

Its really the only industry in Wisconsin where the government prevents price competition, ... The industry argues thats good for the consumer. Yet everything else sold in that (gas station) is outside the minimum mark up law, which is a 9 percent minimum mark up. Each side can cite all sorts of studies, but prices will be lower.

It's unfortunate that the EPA has dragged their feet in responding to my request. Prices at the pump are at near record levels and the federal government has simply not responded. Their lack of a response is hurting Wisconsin, and states across the country, ... A waiver would have helped Wisconsin citizens over the Labor Day weekend when it was clear there was a shortage of supply.

It's good to see when Wisconsin made a run and came at us that we were able to show a bit of character and perseverance and sustain it. That's what the Big Ten is about.

Their constituents want them to vote for it. They'll sit back and take a breath and look at what the bill means for Wisconsin and they're going to be there.

It's important for consumers to file complaints with us. Last year we returned $5.5 million to Wisconsin consumers. Not only do we get a lot of money back for consumers, but the complaints tell us where we need to prioritize.

I think all conference tournaments are (wide open). Somebody at the bottom is always starting to play well. In this case, I think you could say Penn State and Wisconsin are playing well.

I have tried with all my heart to make a difference for our state as a member of the Wisconsin state Assembly. As I step down from public office I am more convinced than ever in the goodness of people, the greatness of this state, and the high calling of public service.

In total, there are 203 municipalities in the state of Wisconsin that have instituted some sort of room tax. We expect that number to continue to grow.

Beer and brats are Wisconsin staples, and brats soaked in beer are preferred,

I prepare her with the wardrobe for the Miss Wisconsin Pageant." ()

Gay marriage is already illegal. The ban would sort of double-ban gay marriage. But beyond that, it would prevent Wisconsin from ever having civil unions. It would jeopardize public and private employers from offering domestic partner benefits. I think people are going to ask the question, is this the role of government?

When I went to my parents I was at the University of Wisconsin, and I just couldn't wait anymore to go be an actress.

The voters in Wisconsin elected me last year for the third time because they wanted someone who aimed high, not aimed low. Before I came in, the unemployment rate was over eight percent. It's now down to 4.6 percent.

The return of about 400 Wisconsin Army National Guard soldiers and airmen from the Hurricane Katrina relief mission in Louisiana over the weekend increases the number of Guard soldiers and airmen available in the state.

It was great to see the guys fly around and show that they were focused on Wisconsin after the break.

It's an act of tremendous generosity, people giving up their Labor Day weekend to go down and help. It's unfortunate they were turned away, but it speaks well of Wisconsin that they made this effort.

I remember Hallie became the second town in Wisconsin to become a five-person board, and that's something Zeal fought real hard for.

In fact, I have four of the technical schools in the Third Congressional District in western Wisconsin as well as many of their campus satellites.

A recent survey in Wisconsin found that only 6 percent of citizens believe their elected representatives serve the public interest.

After high school, I went to the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point for a year, and I studied musical theatre. By that point, I was like, 'This is what I want to do.'

Anybody we offered (a scholarship to) in the state of Wisconsin is in this program now.

As electricity prices continue to rise in Wisconsin and the costs of renewable energy systems continue to fall, a growing number of the state's large farms are implementing anaerobic digestion to reduce their utility bills and improve the environmental performance on the farm.

The nationals are very competitive. Teams from California, Arizona and Wisconsin are powerhouses and will be at the competition.

After several discussions with both Gino and Antonio, I felt it would be in the best interest of both student-athletes and the Wisconsin football program if they did not return to the program.

All the Wisconsin and Beloit stuff in their offices made me feel at home,

The course was fast. I loved it. I'm a northern Wisconsin boy through and through, so I'm a homegrown favorite. It was great to be back.

You've got to realize that it's not a one-person sport, and you've got 20 other guys out there to help you. Phil tried to do a lot himself the first time we played Wisconsin (this season) because he just wanted to beat them so bad. We've just got to let him know that it's a 20-man sport and we're going to be there to help him.

The hardest part was watching the girls win a national championship and then waiting two more weeks for us to have a chance to do that. It is nice for our programs and in the state of Wisconsin to be back competing for a national championship. It is something we work for all year. It is hard work and dedication that got us here.

The key against a team like Wisconsin is to get the lead. You can't play catch-up against a team like that. They're just too strong and physically imposing. It was a tough day for the Beavers.

The endangered resources check off on the Wisconsin income tax form is the primary source of funding for our work to conserve our natural resource heritage. This easy method of contributing has become the single largest source of dollars contributed to our fund, and we greatly appreciate the public?s support.

The market dynamics at the time (that) we were considering those cases distorted the market and resulted in prices that were probably not going to be sustained through the course of this year. Natural gas prices are now down $3 to $4, which will mean real relief for Wisconsin ratepayers. I expect that every Wisconsin utility will come forward to adjust rates. We will work quickly so utility customers experience timely savings.

The club currently has 52 members from all over central Wisconsin, but most are from the Stevens Point and Wisconsin Rapids areas. Members are known as 'family members' emphasizing the aspect of this being a family hobby.

The citizens of Wisconsin have truly lost a conservation legend.

It's the only Wisconsin feature film selected by the Wisconsin's Own jury this year. We're expecting a huge turnout for it, because we expect everyone from Stevens Point to come down. And the weekend after the festival is this year's trivia contest, so the timing worked out well.

It's always a plus (to get a shutout). It's more of a pride thing. Every defensive player feels good and we'll get more momentum going into next week against a physical Wisconsin team.

It's a nice group of people, very welcoming. I'm excited to become part of the Wisconsin Rapids community, which doing theater does.

It's a little atypical of Wisconsin because ... they've always been so stout on defense. They're a really good schematic team defensively and they'll have a good plan for us, I'm sure. With a lot of time to prepare, they'll come up with something. Never underestimate a Barry Alvarez-coached team.