Jill Biden in Milwaukee, speaks at education event

MILWAUKEE - First lady Jill Biden visited Milwaukee on Wednesday, Oct. 12, where education was at the top of the agenda. The issue is top of mind for voters.

She spoke with the Milwaukee Teachers' Education Association (MTEA) and visited with students, parents and educators at a Milwaukee Public Schools "Homework Diner."

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It was a quick visit to Milwaukee. Jill Biden was joined by Governor Tony Evers just weeks before the Nov. 8 election. As she landed in Milwaukee, a new Marquette University Law School poll was released showing education is a top issue for voters.

Just after the storms passed through, the first lady touched down in Milwaukee, greeted by the mayor and county executive, later receiving a warm welcome from Milwaukee teachers.

"Educators, you are the heart of your communities," said Biden.

Members of the Milwaukee Teachers' Education Association filled the Washington Park Senior Center.

"This isn’t always an easy job," said Biden. "Right now, it feels harder than ever."

The first lady stressed the importance of their jobs during the pandemic and the changing landscape as we make our way out.

Biden herself has been an educator for 38 years.

"You’re not in this alone," said Biden. "You have a friend in the White House. You have two, me and Joe."

Biden was joined by Governor Evers and his wife at Milwaukee's West Side Academy. They met with students, parents and teachers for the "Homework Diner," an after-school meetup to get to know more about the school.

Wednesday was a busy day for the first lady. She spent the morning in Tennessee before returning to the White House Wednesday night. 

The Republican National Committee released a statement Biden's stop in Milwaukee, calling it a photo-op. The RNC said the president and governor failed Wisconsin families by prioritizing teachers' unions.