U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore focuses congressional attention on Milwaukee's challenges
By: Talis Shelbourne - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore led a bus tour Tuesday through Milwaukee, during which those aboard commented how the community, once regarded as the “Harlem of the Midwest," has evolved into one of the most segregated cities in the country.
The city is… Read more »
Congresswoman Gwen Moore Tests Positive for COVID-19
“Today, I was experiencing very mild symptoms associated with COVID-19. I got tested as a precaution and tested positive for COVID-19. I am following guidance from my doctors and quarantining. Please remain vigilant against COVID-19 by wearing a mask, getting vaccinated, and practicing social distancing when possible.” Read more »
Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Select Committee’s Milwaukee Field Hearing and Bus Tour
Today, the Select Committee on Economic Disparity and Fairness in Growth held a field hearing and bus tour in Milwaukee to discuss housing inequities and economic disparities and see neighborhoods firsthand. Congresswoman Moore released the following statement:
“The Select Committee’s visit to… Read more »
U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore focuses congressional attention on Milwaukee's challenges
Talis Shelbourne - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore led a bus tour Tuesday through Milwaukee, during which those aboard commented how the community, once regarded as the “Harlem of the Midwest," has evolved into one of the most segregated cities in the country.
The city is sometimes… Read more »
The Maternal Mortality Crisis Is Personal. What Will It Take for Us To Act?
A U.S. crisis has been taking women and their babies for too long. It’s time to treat maternal mortality like the emergency that it is.
When I was 18, I gave birth to my daughter in a respectable, accredited hospital. However, I left feeling traumatized and violated when a dozen or more male medical… Read more »
'We're going to have to be creative': Milwaukee officials, advocates explore challenges to replacing the city's lead pipelines
Taurean Small - Spectrum News
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Richard Diaz, chair of the Coalition on Lead Emergency (COLE), said Milwaukee data shows poisoning from lead exposure is also a social justice issue.
What You Need To Know
Five years ago, Milwaukee… Read more »
Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Provide Needed Support to Local Small Businesses and Restaurants Affected by COVID-19
“Milwaukee’s small businesses, and the workers they employ, are vital to our community and our economy. During the pandemic, small businesses and restaurants faced tremendous hurdles and despite the creation of numerous programs to help them through this pandemic, many… Read more »
Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on the Confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court
In response, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement:
“Today, the United States Senate voted, with bipartisan support, to confirm Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s nomination to the U.S. Supreme Court. In this moment, we celebrate her talent, brilliance, and… Read more »
Congresswoman Gwen Moore Votes to Make Insulin More Affordable for Millions of Americans
The Affordable Insulin Now Act requires Medicare Part D plans and commercial health insurance plans to cover insulin and cap cost-sharing at no more than $35 per month.
“Right now, Americans can pay up to ten times more for insulin than other high-income countries. Ten times more!
People are forced… Read more »
Bipartisan Legislation to Support Survivors of Domestic Abuse Passes House
Legislation to amend current tax law to allow victims of domestic abuse to have penalty-free early access to their retirement fund advances.
Washington, D.C. — Today, legislation introduced by Representatives Gwen Moore (D-WI-04), Lucy McBath (D-GA-06), and Lloyd Smucker (R-PA-11) was approved by the House… Read more »
