Elections are the core of our democracy.

And in this time of crisis and pandemic, it's more critical than ever that the voice of the people is heard.

And yet, in Wisconsin today, they're moving forward with an in-person primary election after the Wisconsin Supreme Court overruled the Governor's executive order delaying the election. No doubt, thousands of voters will stay home (as directed by public health authorities) rather than risk their lives by voting. Which, of course, is exactly what Republicans want. They see free and fair elections where everyone votes as a threat.

I know this time is a struggle for many of us in many different ways. In addition to trying to stay healthy and avoid the virus, far too many have lost their jobs and are worried about how they'll pay for housing, groceries, prescriptions, and make it through the end of the month.

But many of us are lucky enough to have stable finances, able to keep a roof over our heads and keep food on the table. Let's talk briefly about what we can do to support others in our community who might need a hand up in these trying times.

When the Senate passed the $2 trillion coronavirus rescue bill, we made a promise.

Now we have to keep it.

I fought hard for protections for the middle class, for small businesses, for Main Street. For better unemployment benefits for people struggling during this difficult time. For expanded food stamp benefits. For our hospitals and those on the medical front lines.

The last thing we need right now is a struggling family to be unable to buy food, a hospital unable to get medical equipment, a small business unable to get relief—all because politicians are getting in the way.