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April 15th is tax day and that means tea parties in Wisconsin. Constitution Tea Party
Wausau
Thursday, April 15, 2010
5:30pm
Rothschild Pavilion
1104 Park Street
Meg Ellefson (organizer)
patriots@wausauteaparty.com (organizer phone)
In commemoration of the anniversary of the Wausau Grassroots Tea Party Movement and in honor of the United States Constitution, The Wausau Tea Party with special guests presents: Tax Day Tea Party & Constitution Forum Thursday, April 15, 2010 5:30-7:30pm Rothschild Pavilion 1104 Park Street – Rothschild, WI
TEA Rally
Manitowoc
Thursday, April 15, 2010
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Washington Park
1101 Washington Street
Patricia Kohlman (organizer)
920-732-3200 (organizer phone)
Come see the "Town Crier," Play "Name that Tax," and march in the "Parade of Signs." County Coord. Pat Kohlman to speak on "The 2010 Revolution." Guest speakers include: Rob Taylor, Candidate for US Senate and David King, Candidate for Wi Sec of State.
Wisconsin Rapids
"Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness" -- don't you relish those famous words from the Declaration of Independence? Is that still the hope and promise of America today? Or are those becoming empty words as government takes over more and more of our lives? There will be a grass-roots, nonpartisan Tea Party on Tax Day, April 15, at noon. We will gather at the river, across from the Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune building.
Please come and join us as we take a stand for liberty!
Diane Wickstrom
Wisconsin Rapids" Letter: Local Tea Party event set for April 15 | wisconsinrapidstribune.com | Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune
Madison
"Date April 15th, 2010
Time 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Sponsor ,Americans for Prosperity & Tea Party Associates
Location State Capitol"
Listing of AFP Events
Appleton
"Thursday, April 15, 2010
Taxpayer Tea Party, Appleton
6:00 pm, Fox Banquets, 111 E. Kimball St. "
FoxPolitics.net - Appleton, WI News - What's really going on in the Fox Cities
From the Escanaba Daily News"Tea Party rolls into Esky
By Dionna Harris
POSTED: April 10, 2010
ESCANABA - The Tea (Taxed Enough Already) Party Express held a rally in Escanaba's Ludington Park Friday, where around 500 residents turned out to hear what was being said.
Citing the need for a return to smaller government and constitutional ideals, most people in attendance Friday agreed with the message being delivered.
Several people in attendance carried flags expressing their frustrations, including several that read "Don't Tread on Me," - a flag popular during the Revolutionary War."
Tea Party rolls into Esky - DailyPress.net | News, Sports, Jobs, Escanaba Information | The Daily Press
"Attendees react to Stupak’s retirement
By Dionna Harris
POSTED: April 10, 2010
ESCANABA - The announcement Friday by Congressman Bart Stupak that he was not seeking re-election was greeted enthusiastically by people attending the Tea Party rally in Ludington Park.
Bill Isetts Sr., of Escanaba, who was present for the rally, said he supported what the grassroots organization stood for.
"Enough is enough already," said Isetts. "The current health care legislation stinks.It's as phony as a $3 bill."
Isetts also said as the government continues to take more and more money, it is becoming ridiculous and no one in Washington is listening."
Attendees react to Stupak’s retirement - DailyPress.net | News, Sports, Jobs, Escanaba Information | The Daily Press
"Residents express support for Stupak
By Laura Mead
POSTED: April 10, 2010
ESCANABA - Many were shocked to learn of Congressman Bart Stupak's decision to retire, an announcement he made Friday. Local residents shared their reactions - which included disappointment, sadness and understanding - to the news that the man who had represented the Upper Peninsula for 18 years would step down.
Several local residents said they would be sorry to see Stupak vacate his seat. Many felt he represented the Upper Peninsula well and worked hard for the well-being of his constituents.
"I hate to see him step down because he's done a lot for Michigan," said Peg Bartol, Escanaba. "With his wisdom and knowledge of our area, it's sad to see him step down.""
Residents express support for Stupak - DailyPress.net | News, Sports, Jobs, Escanaba Information | The Daily Press
Don't know how I missed this from a GREAT American. Try 2 Focus has pictures from the G B T P where there was over a 1000 people. The main stream press can never get it right."Contrary to what the local state-run media would have folks believe, in excess of 1000 people showed up to send a message to Washington and Madison that they aren’t going to take it anymore." Photos Green Bay Tea Party « Try 2 Focus
From Michelle Malkin. "More photos at Instapundit, who shares an e-mail from a protester in D.C.: “On crowd size, Randy emails: “They announced 25K about 15 minutes ago. I cannot see side to side but it goes solidly from steps to pond and then around to the other side of the water. Before things got started it was full between the 2 walk ways leading up to Capital. Is now wider than that but I cannot see the edges from where I am.”"
Michelle Malkin
From the Green Bay Press."Nearly 500 protesters oppose health-care reform at Green Bay rally
Crowd gathers for second annual Green Bay Tea Party
By Paul Srubas • psrubas@greenbaypressgazette • March 21, 2010
On the eve of the House vote today for a controversial health-care package, hundreds gathered at Leicht Memorial Park to invoke the revolutionary spirits of their 1773 forebears for the second annual Green Bay Tea Party.
"I think people need to call attention to the direction our country is taking," said Larry Mastalish, who, along with his wife, Doris, was among nearly 500 who gathered at the park from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday. "To pass the health bill with all of the trickery and bribes and behind-closed-doors chicanery is ridiculous.""
Nearly 500 protesters oppose health-care reform at Green Bay rally | greenbaypressgazette.com | Green Bay Press-Gazette
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Green Bay Wisconsin.
From the Green Bay Press about the health care bill in DC. 
"250 protest outside Rep. Steve Kagen's Green Bay office
BY CHARLES DAVIS • cedavis@greenbaypressgazette.com • March 17, 2010
About 250 people protested Wednesday outside the Green Bay office of U.S. Rep. Steve Kagen against Congress passing a health-care bill."
250 protest outside Rep. Steve Kagen's Green Bay office | greenbaypressgazette.com | Green Bay Press-Gazette
The Fox Valley Initiative, a conservative Tea Party group, organized the event. Protesters held signs that read “Kill the Bill” and “Stop the Plantation Politics” on the corner of Walnut and Quincy streets. People signed yellow sheets of paper and taped it on the building’s front door and windows.
Founder Jim Steineke said he supports health-care reform, but said the current bill is too costly and unconstitutional.
Eric Bajdan of Green Bay stood close to the protest, but said he supported reform.
“I think it’s everyone’s civil right to have health care,” he said.
Protestors expressed fears the House would vote on the rule governing debate to “deem” the Senate health-bill passed, then vote to change the legislation through “reconciliation.”
Phill Gohr of Mayville said it would take away his freedom if Kagen, D-Appleton, helped to pass the bill.
“We’re sick and tired of the socialism,” he said.
Conservative talk radio host Jerry Bader spoke to the crowd as many waved U.S. flags and chanted, “Vote no or you will go.”
Protesters even raised a massive 12-foot sign that read “NO GOV HEALTHCARE.” Though many protested from 5 to 6 p.m., some stayed after dark.
Frank Lasee, who is running for the 1st State Senate District seat, said that one size from Washington, D.C., does not fit all.
“People are upset, and we’re asking our Congress to respect our wishes,” said the Republican candidate.
“When the government pays, they’ll make all the rules.”
Wonder if Congressman Steve Kagen is listening? Kagen needs to vote no on this bad health care bill.
Hat's off to all who attended the protest.
Link to P G photos of event.
