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Wisconsin Ranks 17th Among The States: Here’s Why
Wisconsin ranks 17th nationwide for meeting residents' diverse needs, according to U.S. News.

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Wisconsin ranks 17th nationwide for meeting residents' diverse needs, according to U.S. News.

A new ranking released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report says Minnesota is the fourth best overall in meeting the needs of its residents.
No state received an A+, and only one A and two A- grades were given in the analysis of all 50 states and D.C.
No state received an A+, and only one A and two A- grades were given in the analysis of all 50 states and D.C.
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A Wisconsin native, she grew up as one of nine sisters on a dairy farm, Forbes notes.
All but three states — Alaska, Delaware, and West Virginia — have at least one person worth 10 figures on the Forbes list.
Wisconsin has 14 radio and television stations affiliated with the Corporation, including Wisconsin Public Radio and PBS Wisconsin.
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"Federal law protects our elected officials from this sort of violent, unhinged, and murderous rhetoric," said Minnesota's U.S. Attorney.