Day 12: The Wisconsin supreme court upheld Governor Evers’ move to increase funding for public schools over the next 400 years

Day 11: Madison embraces public demonstration and political expression. The Capitol Square is a constant site for peaceful rallies and marches on everything from climate change to reproductive rights.

Day 10: Wisconsin is home to these adorable cowboy cats www.instagram.com/spicerjackjack

Day 9: Summerfest is one of the biggest music festivals in the world, and there are cultural festivals in Milwaukee almost every weekend in the summer.

Day 8: Milwaukee has a strong tradition of community organizing and activism, particularly around labor rights, civil rights, and education. Grassroots efforts are a big part of the city’s identity.

Day 7: Milwaukee was once governed by Socialist mayors (like Daniel Hoan), making it one of the few major U.S. cities to have a history of successful socialist governance.

Day 6: Famous pianist and entertainer Liberace was born in West Allis.

Day 5: Wisconsin is home to the only publicly owned team in the NFL

Day 4: Wisconsin was the first state to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation. The law, passed in 1982, protected LGBTQ individuals from discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.

Day 3: Wisconsin was the first state to ratify the 19th amendment

Day 2: Wisconsin elected the first openly LGBTQ+ person to serve in the US Senate

Day 1: the Wisconsin state fair has gluten and dairy free funnel cake that is delicious and so progressive for them to even consider