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September 14th, 2025

Voting

Ruth McNeely-Wells, 105 votes in Wisconsin’s most watched Supreme Court election

Ruth Bradley McNeely-Wells has witnessed more than a century of American history, including the passage of the Voting Rights Act in 1965. On Tuesday, April 1, 2025, the 105-year-old cast her ballot in Wisconsin’s spring election. Ruth delivered her absentee ballot accompanied by her daughter Tracey Louise McNeely (left Photo) to the Milwaukee Election Commission at City … [Read more...] about Ruth McNeely-Wells, 105 votes in Wisconsin’s most watched Supreme Court election

The power of the black vote

An Editorial Message from Harold D. Turner, Sr.President & Publisher of The Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper Black people in America have shown the power of their voice in record numbers in the 2024 Presidential election. In fact, our people play a vital role in determining the outcome. There are many reasons for us to exercise the power of our vote: Equality in … [Read more...] about The power of the black vote

Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Stroll to the Polls 2024’

On Saturday, October 26, 2024 the Greater Milwaukee Urban League, Urban League Guild, Young Professionals, and members of the Divine Nine Fraternities and Sororities came together to host 'Stroll To The Polls.' This Get Out The Vote (GOTV) initiative was in collaboration with Greater Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, where Rev. Kenneth Cutler is pastor. The 'Stroll to … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Stroll to the Polls 2024’

Voting for the future

"The Peacemaker taught us about the Seven Generations. He said, when you sit in council for the welfare of the people, you must not think of yourself or of your family, not even of your generation. He said, make your decisions on behalf of the seven generations coming, so that they may enjoy what you have today." – Oren Lyons, Seneca Faithkeeper, Onondaga Nation Every … [Read more...] about Voting for the future

Preparing to vote

There is now less then one month to go until Election Day in the United States, and in some states early voting and mail-in voting has already begun. In others, deadlines to register to vote or make sure a voter registration is current and correct are approaching over the next few weeks. This means the time for all eligible voters to make sure they have a plan to vote is now! … [Read more...] about Preparing to vote

Souls to the Polls wants Milwaukee to get out and vote

"In a critical election year, Milwaukee’s black and brown communities are once again on the frontlines of defending democracy. Souls to the Polls Wisconsin, a voter education organization, has been working tirelessly since 2013 to mobilize voters, particularly in faith-based and working- class neighborhoods. This election cycle is marked by several key events that will help … [Read more...] about Souls to the Polls wants Milwaukee to get out and vote

Ballot drop boxes reopen in Milwaukee, other suburbs

Absentee boxes were banned for several years before recent court ruling Shut down for years by a state Supreme Court ruling, absentee ballot drop boxes are reappearing in Wisconsin this week, given a new lease on life. "The Milwaukee Election Commission has been working diligently to get our drop boxes back in operation," said Milwaukee Election Commission Executive … [Read more...] about Ballot drop boxes reopen in Milwaukee, other suburbs

A primer for public service

By: Jacquelyn D. Heath Special to The Milwaukee Times With the 2022 Wisconsin primary election date set for August 9 – less than two weeks from now –and in-person, early voting locations available as of July 26, registered voters have the opportunity to cast a ballot for their chosen candidates. The pool of possibilities will be pared down for political offices ranging from … [Read more...] about A primer for public service