Milwaukee Mayor Barrett Will Run For Governor (14) Nov 23, 2009
Two Democrats many thought would be contenders Lt. Gov. Barbara Lawton and Congressman Ron Kind are not in the race. Lawton surprised supporters a few weeks ago by saying she was discontinuing her race and Kind said he wanted to continue to deal with issues such as health care at the national level. (Agri-View, WI)
Barrett announces run for goveror Nov 16, 2009
Barrett immediately becomes the leading Democratic candidate in the race following the departure of Lt. Gov. Barbara Lawton and the decision not to run by Congressman Ron Kind (D-LaCrosse). Republican candidates include Milwaukee County Executive Scott Walker and former U.S. Rep. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
National Health Care Bill Approved by U.S. House (16) Nov 16, 2009
Voting for the measure were Democratic Representatives Tammy Baldwin, Ron Kind, Gwendolynne Moore, David Obey and Steve Kagen. Republicans Paul Ryan, James Sensenbrenner, Jr. and Thomas Petri voted against the bill. (Agri-View, WI)
Milwaukee Mayor Barrett enters governor's race Nov 15, 2009
Ron Kind and Lt. Gov. Barbara Lawton, chose not to run. Barrett had been pressured by Democrats, publicly and privately, to get in given the lack of other candidates. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
First Person: Rep. Recalls Berlin Wall Falling Nov 10, 2009
Wisconsin Congressman Ron Kind recalls being in Berlin when the Wall fell on November 9, 1989, and the emotions he felt then and still carries with him now. (Nov. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
AP Exclusive: Lawton discusses leaving race Oct 28, 2009
Ron Kind bowed out in September and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett is still deciding. Pressure on Barrett to get in is growing. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Rep. Kind rejects run for governor Sep 25, 2009
Congressman Ron Kind is a tremendous voice for western Wisconsin families as a member of Congress, Lawton said in a statement. I respect that service as well as the decision he announced today. (The Digital Cardinal, WI)
Lawmaker's poor response costs taxpayers $38,000 Sep 12, 2009
Ron Kind, a Democrat who is considering a run for governor. Jason Stephany, the party's former executive director, filed the lawsuit after Kapanke's office said it had no records related to the April and June forums in La Crosse. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Potential gubernatorial candidates lay campaign groundwork for 2010 race Sep 8, 2009
Ron Kind, D-La Crosse, said he will make a decision on whether or not he will run within the next few months. During the interview, Kind laid the groundwork for his positions on education and health-care policy. (The Digital Cardinal, WI)
Likely Gubernatorial Candidates Claim Undecided’ Status (2) Sep 6, 2009
Ron Kind (D-La Crosse) has not removed his name from the list of Democratic candidates to succeed Doyle ... Kapanke will challenge Ron Kind ... State Senator Dan Kapanke (R-La Crosse) announced he will challenge Congressman Ron Kind for the third Congressional seat Kind has held since 1996. (Agri-View, WI)
Kind, in Health Care Talk With Business Owners, Finds Skepticism Aug 27, 2009
By Roll Call Staff Aug. 27, 2009, 12:01 a.m.. took the angry tone of this summer's health care town halls down a notch Wednesday afternoon, meeting with state representatives of the National Federation of Independent Business and three local small-business owners in his district office here. (Roll Call)
Milwaukee rallies around its new hero _ the mayor Aug 21, 2009
Ron Kind, another Democrat, said he might join the race. Franklin said he thinks if Barrett does run, his campaign can use his intervening in the domestic dispute as a demonstration of his character. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Judge ready to rule against Kapanke over records Aug 21, 2009
Ron Kind, a Democrat who is considering a run for governor. Kind's departure would give the GOP a shot at picking up the seat. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Kind Could Set Off Competitive Open-Seat Race Aug 19, 2009
Ron Kind (D) runs for governor, his western Wisconsin swing district could be a competitive battleground in 2010. Kind made his interest in running for governor known as soon as Gov. Jim Doyle (D) announced Monday that he will not run for re-election next year. (Roll Call)
Doyle says no to third term Aug 19, 2009
Ron Kind, D-La Crosse, released a statement saying that he had been receiving calls from supporters urging him to run as well. I thank them for their support and I am considering it. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Doyle says governors should limit terms Aug 18, 2009
for free extra services. Subscribe to The Business Journal. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Vern Hegenbart: Where is the crisis in Wisconsin health care Aug 18, 2009
Ron Kind s town hall meetings. Hopefully, citizens will not be intimidated and will still attend. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
AP news source: Doyle won’t run Aug 16, 2009
Ron Kind, Lt. Gov. Barbara Lawton and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett ... The Real World wrote on Aug 16, 2009 4:21 AM:" When the blundering imbecile spent 1.6 billion in new spending, while we were so broke, I know he was working on his agenda and was not going to run.So I think he is going to steer all that war chest money to Ron Kind, if Ron will tip to the far reaches of the left wing.Wrong Kind will do whatever Doyle wants, as it is his best option. " ... new world order wrote on Aug 16, 2009... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Kapanke cleared in ethics complaint Aug 14, 2009
yes1111 wrote on Aug 14, 2009 12:46 AM:" May I introduce our next Congressman: Dan Kapanke! And may the loggers celebrate a championship this year, as a foreshadowing of Dan beating Ron Kind, next year...lacrosse chat.madmoose forum.com ". Freddie Wisco wrote on Aug 13, 2009 11:49 PM:" Kapanke is a fruit. Loggers suck. ". (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Wis. Democrats sue congressional candidate Aug 8, 2009
Ron Kind, a La Crosse Democrat. A message left at Kapanke's district office Friday afternoon wasn't immediately returned. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Kind to hold health care listening sessions this month Aug 8, 2009
Ron Kind wants to hear about health care problems in western Wisconsin. The La Crosse Democrat is holding listening sessions this month, along with hospital administrators and doctors. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Kapanke makes run for Congress official Aug 4, 2009
Heim said incumbent Democrat Ron Kind of La Crosse is positioning himself as a reformer, both in dairy and health care policy. Kind initially voted against a health care proposal because the reimbursement rate to local hospitals and clinics was too low. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Kapanke expects to be ‘vindicated’ Aug 1, 2009
Kapanke indicated Friday he mailed the federal Election Commission his intent to run against incumbent Ron Kind for the 3rd Congressional District seat. In a statement issued Thursday, Kapanke said, Today, after much consultation with the Wisconsin Government Accountability Board, it was determined I have acted lawfully in the use of state resources when holding to recent public forums. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Conservative Democracy Jul 30, 2009
Kent Conrad forexampleand Wisconsin Congressman Ron Kind fought the good fight against the agriculture subsidy system in the last Farm Bill. But a good many aren t. Rep. (The American Conservative)
Congress Passes Veto-Proof Farm Bill (2) Jul 26, 2009
The Wisconsin no votes included Democrat Ron Kind and Republican Paul Ryan, who helped lead reform efforts against the legislation. They were joined by Democrat Gwen Moore and Republicans Tom Petri and Jim Sensenbrenner. (Agri-View, WI)
Ready for rail: La Crosse, Eau Claire on collision course Jul 26, 2009
Ron Kind, D-La Crosse, whose district includes both La Crosse and Eau Claire, said it shouldn t be an either-or proposition. Kind said the La Crosse route makes the most sense for the first connection and then the Chippewa Valley route could be brought in. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Joan Curran: Kind was right to insist on real reform Jul 21, 2009
Ron Kind, for the courage to stand up for Wisconsin families and businesses in last week s Ways and Means floor vote. Kind s concerns that we have to have real reform were confirmed by the Congressional Budget Office: The House bill will not decrease health care costs. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Could health care in Winona become a national model? Jul 12, 2009
Could health care in Winona become a national model. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Samantha Gibb: Global warming is a legitimate threat Jul 12, 2009
Ron Kind, for your recent vote in support of the American Clean Energy and Security Act. Now it is time for Sens. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Sue Beitlich: Thanks for supporting energy plan Jul 4, 2009
Tammy Baldwin, Steve Kagen, Ron Kind, Gwen Moore and Dave Obey for standing up for farmers and ranchers and allowing them to be a part of the climate change solution. Sue Beitlich is president of the Wisconsin Farmers Union. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Leaping like a lemming or taking a stand Jul 3, 2009
The Profile of Lee Bowers wrote on Jun 30, 2009 7:22 AM:" When I say criticism of Ron Kind being non-existent on the editorial page, I am referring to Tribune editorials, not letters to the editor or columns by non-Tribune people. Again, I have yet to see any criticisms whatsoever of Ron Kind by the Tribune. Either Ron Kind has achieved perfection or the Tribune is not doing its job. " ... The Profile of Lee Bowers wrote on Jun 29, 2009 2:25 PM:" I've subscribed to the Tribune for quite a long... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Area health care panel addresses insurance, reimbursement concerns Jul 2, 2009
Nesse, part of a panel discussion organized by Congressman Ron Kind, said Franciscan Skemp lost 43 million last year as a result of low Medicare reimbursements. We transfer 43 million in costs to the insurance policies Todd tries to buy, Nesse said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Kind health care forum today at library Jul 1, 2009
Ron Kind will host a panel discussion on health care reform from 9:30 to 11 a.m. today at the La Crosse Public Library, 800 Main St.. The panel will include a hospital administrator, physician, small business owner and laborer, and will focus on how health care reforms would affect businesses and families in western Wisconsin. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Richard Mial: Poverty is up; safety nets are as vital as ever Jun 30, 2009
Ron Kind, said he sees evidence of a tremendous loss of wealth in the rural countryside as a result of declining agriculture commodities. He wants fellow supervisors to think hard about the human services programs the county offers. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Pfaff appointed to Wisconsin USDA post Jun 30, 2009
Since 1997, Pfaff has been a policy adviser to U.S. Representative Ron Kind. He had previously worked on Sen. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Report: Health premiums double in state in 9 years Jun 23, 2009
Congressman Ron Kind echoed the sentiment as he called for a move to outcome-based payments among other reforms ... Ron Kind will host a panel discussion on health care reform next week in La Crosse. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Jim Maas: Spending billions we don’t have on foreigners Jun 19, 2009
Ron Kind, D-La Crosse, agreed on spending billions they do not have. This emergency spending bill spends 15 percent more than the president requested, which is 9 billion more than in the original House bill and 14. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Shovel ready: Area agencies to get $12M in federal funds May 29, 2009
Ron Kind in particular. The La Crosse Demo-crat said, The goal of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act is to create jobs in the short term and make smart investments in the long term. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Highway Pork Proves Irresistible May 18, 2009
By Roll Call Staff May 18, 2009, 12 a.m.. Several lawmakers who pledged to abstain from earmarks on appropriations bills will request projects in the highway bill, but they maintain they are staying true to their promise because the requests are not regular earmarks. (Roll Call)
Coulee Region students sweep top spots in Congressional art contest May 16, 2009
Ron Kind, D-La Crosse, for a surreal drawing she completed this school year ... Central students, (L-R) Jenny Yang, Amy Kallenbach, Caleb Manske and Avery Van Gaard hold their artwork that won awards in the Ron Kind Congressional Art Contest. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Hundreds send off Tomah Guard troops being deployed to Iraq May 10, 2009
Ron Kind, D-La Crosse, state Rep. Mark Radcliffe, D-Black River Falls, and Tomah Mayor Ed Thompson. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
More than 400 attend rally against taxes, spending Apr 16, 2009
Ron Kind, D-La Crosse. Several signs stated, Taxed enough already, which has the acronym TEA.. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Coffman bill promotes water conservation Apr 14, 2009
Ron Kind, a Wisconsin Democrat who sits on the powerful House Ways and Means Committee through which the tax break would have to pass. And he also has the support of fellow freshman Rep. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Coupons still available for digital TV boxes Apr 7, 2009
Ron Kind, D-La Crosse, has announced. Most television stations in western Wisconsin already have made the switch from analog to digital broadcasting, and the remainder will switch by June 13. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Cashton health center to get about $166,000 from stimulus Apr 2, 2009
Ron Kind announced recently that Wisconsin will receive 3. 9 million from the Department of Health and Human Services as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Congressmen split on farm subsidy payments Mar 27, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. wants a tighter lid on government payouts to wealthy farmers, as Congress debates a budget proposal from President Obama with similar aims. (Winona Daily News, MN)
2,700 millionaires may lose farm subsidies Mar 20, 2009
Ron Kind, a Democrat, has introduced legislation in Congress that would implement similar rules to those issued by the administration Thursday. Kind s bill goes further, however, to increase penalties for noncompliance. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Hunting industry provides $336 million for wildlife Mar 4, 2009
Ron Kind (D-Wisconsin) will allow the industry to pay the firearms and ammunition excise tax (FAET) on a quarterly basis, the way other industries that support conservation do. Currently firearms and ammunition manufacturers must pay the FAET bi-weekly, a schedule that forces many manufacturers to borrow money to ensure on-time payment. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Kind, Walz call for protecting Hmong in Thailand Feb 28, 2009
Ron Kind and 18 other members of Congress, including Rep. Tim Walz, D-Minn. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Arcadia gathers for National Guard send-off Feb 23, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published - Monday, February 23, 2009. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Lawmakers' taste for pork returns to Capitol Hill Feb 23, 2009
Ron Kind, Wisconsin Democrat. government affairs director for the Club for Growth, compiled the club's survey of who's sworn off earmarks by soliciting each congressional office. (Insight on the News)
Hundreds turn out in Arcadia for send-off Feb 23, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Pati Harm has a son, a daughter and a son-in-law headed to Iraq this year and said she has nightmares about it. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Community honors soon-to-depart National Guard troops Feb 21, 2009
Ron Kind said they would be in Iraq as the nation takes control of its own future. I don t think it s going to be the same Iraq you experienced in your 2005-2006 campaign, he said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Crandon residents return from Inauguration Feb 19, 2009
After waiting for more than an hour in the cold weather, they had the opportunity to meet, talk to and have pictures taken with Congressman Kagen, Obey and Ron Kind and Senator Herb Kohl. On Inauguration Day, Jan. 20, the Thielkes faced many challenges. (Forest Republican, WI)
