By Julie CollinsMILWAUKEE (WITI) — The goal is create thousands of jobs for the Milwaukee area by 2019 — and the region plans to do that by doubling exports to other markets.It’s a joint effort lead by the Milwaukee 7, an economic development group that began in June.The goal is simple, think globally and double the amount of Milwaukee exports in the next five… Read more »
By Kevin CirilliTop Democrats on the House Financial Services Committee plan to introduce legislation reauthorizing the Export-Import Bank’s charter, which is set to expire on June 30.Democratic Reps. Gwen Moore (Wis.), Maxine Waters (Calif.) and Denny Heck (Wash.) are working on the bill, according to an email Moore’s chief of staff, Minh Ta, sent to senior House Democratic… Read more »
I take great pride and honor in assuming my new role as Ranking Member on the Monetary Policy and Trade Subcommittee. I am deeply appreciative to have the trust and confidence of my congressional colleagues as I undertake this great responsibility. As our country continues to rebound from the financial crisis, it is critical that we maximize on our current economic momentum in a fashion that further fosters commercial growth and supports job creation. Read more »
Americans saw many of their Members of Congress with yellow pencils with them tonight. In the face of the terrorist attack in France, the pencil has become the international symbol in support of free speech. Rather than divide and intimidate us, these vicious attacks have united the international community and prompted a global response in defense of the freedom of expression. I am honored that so many of my congressional colleagues joined me in this tribute to honor those who lost their lives in the pursuit of open ideas and free expression. Read more »
We need to use every resource at our disposal, both at the local and federal level, to ensure that we are effectively targeting crime reduction without compromising the civil rights of our citizens. Without a strong relationship based on trust and understanding, local law enforcement and the communities that they protect will be unable to work together to improve the public safety of our neighborhoods. Read more »
By Nicole Duran MOORE, DUFFY OUTLINE VIEWS ON EXPORT-IMPORT BANK DEBATE The latest bane of Tea Party-leaning Republicans is the Export-Import Bank, which helps U.S. companies finance exports. They want to shutter the 80-year-old bank, whose congressional charter expires Sept. 30, saying it's a waste of taxpayer money that picks winners and… Read more »
Contrary to Republican rhetoric, the Ex-Im Bank is not •crony capitalism.' It's a proven jobs engine. Allowing the Ex-Im Bank to close in September will inflict unnecessary harm to our economy, our communities and American businesses, large and small. Read more »
6/3/2014 10 a.m. Wolf Peach Restaurant, 1818 N. Hubbard St., Milwaukee. Milwaukee, WI – Tomorrow, June 3, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) will join Eric Ness, the District Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Wisconsin District, to celebrate our small businesses. “I’m excited to visit small businesses… Read more »
Today the House decided to choose a new direction. I urge more of my colleagues across the aisle to join Democrats in moving our nation forward. Read more »
Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) released this statement following President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address to Congress. “Tonight President Obama delivered a thoughtful address, outlining our nation’s priorities for 2014. From education reform and college affordability to job training and retirement security, there were many noteworthy… Read more »
