The State of Politics

The State of Politics: Collegiality a Casualty in Supreme Court Election?
The State of Politics

Collegiality a Casualty in Supreme Court Election?

Current court members were active in election, could intensify rancor between judges.

The State of Politics: How Wisconsin Became Wild West of Campaign Spending
The State of Politics

How Wisconsin Became Wild West of Campaign Spending

In just 20 years quiet nonpartisan Supreme Court races turned into something ugly.

The State of Politics: Inside the Dome Deals Are Common
The State of Politics

Inside the Dome Deals Are Common

La Follette's resignation, Godlewski appointment latest example of insider Capitol deals.

The State of Politics: Analysis Details Evers’ Paid Leave Plan
The State of Politics

Analysis Details Evers’ Paid Leave Plan

$243 million state spending starts trust fund, payroll tax on employers and employees would sustain it.

The State of Politics: Will Mike Gallagher Challenge Baldwin?
The State of Politics

Will Mike Gallagher Challenge Baldwin?

U.S. Senator Baldwin seeks reelection in 2024. Republican Rep. Gallagher's star turn in Washington helps build his profile.

The State of Politics: Capitol Campaign Spending Records Keep Falling
The State of Politics

Capitol Campaign Spending Records Keep Falling

'The voices of average citizens are being drowned out.'

The State of Politics: Is Evers Tax Break Plan A Shell Game?
The State of Politics

Is Evers Tax Break Plan A Shell Game?

So claim the Republicans, saying his plan hikes taxes almost as much as it cuts them.

The State of Politics: Evers’ Brewers Aid Plan Spooks Republicans
The State of Politics

Evers’ Brewers Aid Plan Spooks Republicans

Legislator in Vos's district lost office for supporting such aid. A tough Issue for GOP.

The State of Politics: Why State Voting Audit Was Remarkable
The State of Politics

Why State Voting Audit Was Remarkable

Largest hand recount in state history finds not one voting machine error, wins bipartisan praise.

The State of Politics: Battle Lines Clear in Capitol Budget Battle
The State of Politics

Battle Lines Clear in Capitol Budget Battle

What to watch for as Gov. Evers and Republican legislators begin battle over your money.

The State of Politics: Parties Argue Over April Ballot Questions
The State of Politics

Parties Argue Over April Ballot Questions

Evers calls referendum on welfare 'ridiculous.' but huge majority of legislators disagree.

The State of Politics: Why Republicans Push ‘Flat’ Income Tax
The State of Politics

Why Republicans Push ‘Flat’ Income Tax

Could mean big increases for lower and middle income taxpayers.