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Wisconsin’s Republican Roots Run Deep
Party that will have its national convention here was founded in this state in 1854.
Jul 8th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Former US Rep. Ron Kind Gets British Award
Honored with British Empire award for 'services to UK/US relations.'
Dec 12th, 2023 by Hope Kirwan
Here’s To State Republicans Who Support Constitution
GOP veterans join Wisconsin branch of national group Keep Our Republic.
Dec 4th, 2023 by Bill Kaplan
How Rich Are Wisconsin’s Members of Congress?
Most are poorer than average members of Congress. Then there’s Ron Johnson.
Oct 4th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
House Districts’ Maps Protect Incumbents
State's 8 congressional districts typically won by incumbents, resulting in long tenure.
Jun 13th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Grothman, Gallagher Face No Opponents
Only Wisconsin congressional districts without a Democrat on the ballot.
Jun 8th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Voting Access Ensures All Voices Are Heard
A new bipartisan coalition is working to promote safe, reliable voting in Wisconsin.
Oct 9th, 2020 by County Executive David Crowley
Bipartisan Group Will Promote Voting By Mail
And in-person voting. Former GOP Attorney General dismisses fraud claims on mail-in ballots
Jul 22nd, 2020 by Laurel White
Wisconsin Politicians and Impeachment History
From Mayor Tom Barrett to Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, Wisconsinites involved in every presidential impeachment attempt.
Oct 2nd, 2019 by Robin Bravender
Grothman vs. Kohl Race Is Competitive
6th Congresssional District has been Republican since 1960s, but race is close, experts say.
Oct 25th, 2018 by Patty Murray
Fastest Legislators in Modern History?
Report finds more fast-tracking of legislation, less public input, under Walker and Republicans.
Sep 16th, 2018 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Ryan’s Open House Seat Sets State Record
Wisconsin has open House seat for fifth consecutive election, first time in history.
Apr 20th, 2018 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
Ryan’s 20-Year Tenure Typical for State
House members from Wisconsin average 16 years in office, nearly double the national average.
Apr 16th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Sensenbrenner Could Break State Record
If reelected would beat David Obey’s record of nearly 42 years as state congressman.
Dec 22nd, 2017 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
Petri and Schultz Won’t Vote for Trump
Former Wisconsin congressman, former state senator are among long list of GOP dissenters.
Oct 26th, 2016 by Bill Kaplan
Conservation Voters Convene
Former congressmen Obey and Petri make a League of Conservation Voters fundraiser a stop on their bipartisan road trip.
Nov 1st, 2015 by Michael Horne
Former Congressmen Obey, Petri go “On the Issues” at Marquette Law
During this visit to the Law School, Obey and Petri will share lessons they learned from decades of public service.
Oct 21st, 2015 by Marquette University
Why We Need Term Limits
Shirley Abrahamson has served 39 years. Fred Risser has served 60 years. Maybe that's too long.
Jun 25th, 2015 by John Torinus
Baldwin Gets Job Done on Transportation Measure to Support Wisconsin’s Economy
Highway 41 Bill Will Help Drive Wisconsin Economy Forward
Dec 10th, 2014 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
The Wealth of Wisconsin’s Senate & House Members
10 members of state's congressional delegation worth between $54 million and $171 million, new research group shows.
Nov 25th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Underdogs for Congress
Only one congressional race is (barely) competitive in Wisconsin. The seven incumbents have a 14-1 advantage in campaign cash.
Oct 1st, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Abele Goes O-fer On Election Night
Sheriff Clarke wins democratic primary. Plus: The rest of election night's winners and losers.
Aug 13th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Pick Tuesday’s Primary Winners
Burke v. Hulsey won't be close. But the 19th Assembly District Democratic primary looks to be very competitive, who will win it?
Aug 11th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Gary George’s Grafton Mansion
He lives far outside Gwen Moore's congressional district, but is running for the seat anyway.
Jun 27th, 2014 by Michael Horne
GOP Leaders Run Away from Same Sex Marriage Issue
Republicans who championed amendment barring gay marriages now avoid defending the measure.
Jun 23rd, 2014 by Steven Walters
Sen. Baldwin Gearing Up for LGBT Battles
Baldwin hires expert attorney on these issues. And state board considers Talgo claim.
May 1st, 2014 by Michael Horne
Republicans Purge Their Elders
No matter how experienced, moderates willing to negotiate with Democrats are getting purged from the party.
Apr 21st, 2014 by Steven Walters
Why Moderates Are Extinct
The retirement of Petri, Ellis and Cullen suggests neither party has room for moderates.
Apr 17th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Casualties of War
The war over Act 10 may be a key reason 46% of legislators have left or will leave in just over two years.
Apr 14th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Coalition Supports House, Senate Efforts to Boost Great Lakes Programs
The Healing Our Waters-Great Lakes Coalition today issued its support to U.S. House and Senate leaders who are pushing to restore funding to Great Lakes programs.
Apr 9th, 2014 by Healing Our Waters - Great Lakes Coalition
Gwen Moore “Educates” Ted Cruz
Speaking at St. John's on the Lake, she talks about her conversation with Cruz, earmarks and voter ID.
Jan 2nd, 2014 by Michael Horne
Rep. Petri’s Daughter is Washington Post Columnist
Alexandra Petri's brilliant column ridicules the concept of "affluenza" but she may inherit the malady from her dad.
Dec 19th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Campaign Season Kicks Off
Politicos flock to Jon Richards fundraiser, and judicial candidate Janet C. Protasiewicz's event.
Dec 18th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Is Republican Reid Ribble a (Gasp) Moderate?
The state's only GOP member of congress voting to raise debt ceiling explains why.
Oct 30th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Obamacare Haters Help People Sign Up
State's Republican politicians who oppose law are helping enroll their constituents.
Oct 9th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Should Internet Sales Be Taxed?
Federal bill could yield more than $70 million in annual sales tax for Wisconsin. Walker says he would use for income tax relief.
Sep 18th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Abele and Other Pols Push Gay Rights
Gay activist Daniel Choi comes to Milwaukee three days before his trial for protesting "Don't Ask, Don't Tell."
Mar 27th, 2013 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee Streetcar Round-Up
The Milwaukee circulator streetcar is moving forward, but there is still confusion in the mind of many. We've covered the issue in the past, but this article attempts to bring everything together in one place, the history, the frequently asked questions, and the proposed route.
Apr 19th, 2009 by Jeramey Jannene
Petri Kin Dazzles on Jeopardy!
Introduced to the audience as being "originally from Fond du Lac, Wisconsin," Petri seemed worldly for her years -- and for her hometown.
Sep 22nd, 2006 by Michael Horne
