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Democrat Barnes emerges as favorite in Wisconsin Senate race
Read full article: Democrat Barnes emerges as favorite in Wisconsin Senate raceWisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes has emerged as the clear favorite in what had been a crowded Democratic field seeking to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson, as his nearest rival dropped out and threw his support behind Barnes.
Wisconsin Democrats vie for edge in crowded Senate race
Read full article: Wisconsin Democrats vie for edge in crowded Senate raceDemocrats in the crowded primary race for U.S. Senate in Wisconsin are trying to distinguish themselves through traditional campaign tactics, like million-dollar television ad buys and policy papers.
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Milwaukee Bucks executive Alex Lasry announces Senate run
Read full article: Milwaukee Bucks executive Alex Lasry announces Senate runFILE - In this Oct. 24, 2020 file photo, Milwaukee Bucks senior vice president Alex Lasry, left, and then-Bucks guard George Hill walk through a Milwaukee neighborhood during a voter canvassing effort. Democrat Alex Lasry, a Bucks executive and son of a billionaire, announced Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021, that he's running for the U.S. Senate in 2022 for the seat currently held by Republican Ron Johnson. (AP Photo/Steve Megargee File)MADISON, Wis. – Democrat Alex Lasry, a 33-year-old Milwaukee Bucks executive and son of a billionaire, announced Wednesday that he's running for the U.S. Senate in 2022 for the seat held by Republican Ron Johnson. Lasry launched his campaign with a YouTube video that included endorsements from several prominent Milwaukee politicians, including Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Milwaukee Common Council President Cavalier Johnson. ___This story has been corrected by removing a reference to Alex Lasry being a hedge fund manager.
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33-year-old Bucks exec Alex Lasry gets COVID vaccine early
Read full article: 33-year-old Bucks exec Alex Lasry gets COVID vaccine earlyFILE - In this Oct. 24, 2020 file photo, Milwaukee Bucks senior vice president Alex Lasry, left, and Bucks guard George Hill walk through a Milwaukee neighborhood during a voter canvassing effort. Lasry received the COVID-19 vaccine this week at a senior living center in Milwaukee. Alex Lasry told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel in a story published Friday, Jan. 29, 2021, that he "just got lucky" and didn't receive any favoritism. As for Lasry, Evers said he’s not sure what happened. That’s how this can happen, even with excellent planning.”All vaccine providers have signed an agreement to provide doses according to the state’s priority phases, Van Dijk said.
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Bucks first to clinch playoff spot — after just 56 games
Read full article: Bucks first to clinch playoff spot — after just 56 gamesMILWAUKEE, Wis. – The Milwaukee Bucks have a spot in the postseason, only a week after the All-Star Game. The Bucks became the first team in the NBA to clinch a berth Sunday after Washington lost to Chicago. Earliest playoff clinch in NBA history. The Bucks did clinch on an earlier date than the Warriors, but the NBA season also now starts slightly earlier. The postseason starts April 18.