By Laura BassettOn the 42nd anniversary of the Supreme Court's landmark abortion rights decision in Roe v. Wade, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 242-179 to pass a bill that would codify a ban on federal funding for abortions.The bill would prevent women from having their abortions covered by Medicaid; restrict a woman's ability to buy private insurance plans that include… Read more »
After the midterm elections in November, Republicans made a promise to the American public that they would focus their efforts on the economic well being of their constituents. Despite considerable opposition within their own Party from courageous legislators like Congresswoman Renee Ellmers (NC-02), this promise was quickly abandoned, just days into the new legislative session, in pursuit of yet another drastic assault against women's reproductive freedom and care. Meddling in the private health care decisions of women and their doctors is as unnecessary as it is offensive. Read more »
By Jeremy DiamondWashington (CNN) - Rep. Gwen Moore's office is rallying members of Congress to join her in raising a pencil on Tuesday during President Barack Obama's State of the Union address to honor the victims of the terrorist attack on the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo.At least 50 Democratic House members have already told Moore's office they will join her… Read more »
By Catalina CamiaThe deadly attack on Charlie Hebdo won't be far from the minds of some lawmakers attending the State of the Union Address.Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Wis., has organized a tribute to the 12 people killed Jan. 7 at the Paris offices of the satirical magazine. During applause breaks in President Obama's remarks, lawmakers will be holding yellow pencils as a symbol of free… 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 »
By Dave Umhoefer In comments favoring a downtown Milwaukee streetcar system, U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore tried to counter a key argument made by opponents regarding the $55 million in federal grant money tied to the project."As much as opponents would like these federal funds to be redirected to other modes of public transportation or to our public schools, this just isn't… Read more »
Radio Interview with The Joy Cardin Show The House passed a bill on Wednesday to fund the Department of Homeland Security, but undo President Barack Obama’s executive orders on immigration. Joy Cardin talks with Democratic Congresswoman Gwen Moore about her opposition to the plan. Plus, they discuss Obama’s call to strengthen cybersecurity law,… Read more »
Milwaukee Wisconsin Journal Sentinel - Thanks to Mayor Tom Barrett's proposed downtown streetcar project, opportunity is knocking loudly on Milwaukee's door. Unfortunately, there are some who refuse to hear it. Read more »
Congresswoman Gwen Moore responds to concerns over Milwaukee Police procedures in the wake of the officer-involved shooting that claimed the life of Dontre Hamilton. Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) sent the following letter to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Civil Rights Division:The Honorable James Santelle, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of WisconsinU.S.… Read more »
A thorough investigation of the Milwaukee Police Department would serve justice by ensuring that public faith is restored. I continue to speak to my constituents who are fearful and distrustful of the police and the criminal justice system following local, high profile cases, like the death of Derek Williams and the use of body cavity searches by Milwaukee police officers. Unfortunately, Milwaukee continues to see these incidents, which, along with national trends and incidents, are feeding the collective distrust between officers and citizens in Milwaukee. The implementation of policing best practices in Milwaukee would better protect both police and citizens. Read more »
