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Hovde Faces Minimal Competition For Republican Senate Nomination

Hovde Faces Minimal Competition For Republican Senate Nomination

An endorsement by former President Donald Trump could reduce the chances of a primary challenge.

Gallagher Won’t Challenge Baldwin for US Senate

Gallagher Won’t Challenge Baldwin for US Senate

A blow to GOP leaders who saw congressman as best shot to defeat Democrat in 2024.

Back In The News: Uihleins Are Now Billionaires
Back In The News

Uihleins Are Now Billionaires

Top Republican donors join state's leading billionaires John Menard and Diane Hendricks.

Campaign Cash: 2022 Election for Governor Cost $164 Million!
Campaign Cash

2022 Election for Governor Cost $164 Million!

Obliterating 2018 record of $93 million, with Evers getting 53% of total spending.

Campaign Cash: Record Spending by Outside Groups for Republicans
Campaign Cash

Record Spending by Outside Groups for Republicans

$29 million to support GOP candidates for state office vs. $7.7 million for Democrats.

Murphy’s Law: Lasry’s Quitting Race Raises Questions
Murphy’s Law

Lasry’s Quitting Race Raises Questions

Did Democrats miss a chance to vet Mandela Barnes in primary for US Senate?

Campaign Cash: Uihleins Spent $38 Million On 2022 Races
Campaign Cash

Uihleins Spent $38 Million On 2022 Races

Donations to Republicans include Senate candidate accused of sexual assault and 5 Big Lie proponents in House.

What Would Tim Michels Do As Governor?

What Would Tim Michels Do As Governor?

Despite a rapid ascent in the polls, it's unclear what the Republican businessman is running on.

Campaign Cash: 52% of Evers’ Donations from State Residents
Campaign Cash

52% of Evers’ Donations from State Residents

His Republican opponents have much higher percent of Wisconsin campaign donors.

All The Candidates In Aug. 9 Primary Election

All The Candidates In Aug. 9 Primary Election

Including contested races for governor, U.S. senator, Congress, sheriff, clerk of circuit court.

Michels Spends Nearly $8 Million on Campaign for Governor

Michels Spends Nearly $8 Million on Campaign for Governor

Wealthy Republican businessman outspending competitors, blanketing state with ads.

Murphy: Why Nicholson Quit The Governor’s Race
Murphy

Why Nicholson Quit The Governor’s Race

Did Uihlein pull his funding? And which candidate for governor will benefit?

Trump, Thompson Endorsements Boost Michels in GOP Primary For Governor

Trump, Thompson Endorsements Boost Michels in GOP Primary For Governor

After nearly a year of campaigning Kleefisch’s lead has evaporated.

Kevin Nicholson Drops Out of Race for Governor

Kevin Nicholson Drops Out of Race for Governor

Nicholson couldn't make headway in Republican primary race.

Data Wonk: Does Wisconsin Have Republicans With Integrity?
Data Wonk

Does Wisconsin Have Republicans With Integrity?

For instance, how about the four candidates for governor?

State Supreme Court Says Natural Resources Board Member Can Stay

State Supreme Court Says Natural Resources Board Member Can Stay

Legislature won't okay Evers appointee to replace Fred Prehn so Prehn won’t step down.

Republican Candidates Attack Tim Michels

Republican Candidates Attack Tim Michels

Michels doesn’t attend GOP gubernatorial debate. Kleefisch, Nicholson, Ramthun all blast him.

The State of Politics: Gas-Tax Holiday Isn’t Likely in Wisconsin
The State of Politics

Gas-Tax Holiday Isn’t Likely in Wisconsin

Biden proposes federal gas tax holiday. But a pause on state's gas tax is unlikely.

State Leaders React to Overturning of Roe

State Leaders React to Overturning of Roe

Republicans celebrate, Democrats say they are ‘heartbroken’

Poll Shows Ron Johnson Trails Three Democrats, Evers Leads GOP Challengers

Poll Shows Ron Johnson Trails Three Democrats, Evers Leads GOP Challengers

MU poll also shows Michels/Kleefisch in virtual tie in GOP primary for governor.

Kleefisch, Nicholson Promise Overhaul of UW Regents

Kleefisch, Nicholson Promise Overhaul of UW Regents

GOP challengers for governor promise to recall, replace Evers’ 9 appointees to the board.

Op Ed: Will Trump Backing Hurt Tim Michels?
Op Ed

Will Trump Backing Hurt Tim Michels?

Republican could have been strong mainstream candidate; this connects him to a cult.

Elections Commission Rejects Challenge to Tim Michels’ Nominating Petitions

Elections Commission Rejects Challenge to Tim Michels’ Nominating Petitions

Unanimous decision puts Michels on the ballot in the GOP primary for governor.

Democrats Challenge Michels Nomination Papers in Governor’s Race

Democrats Challenge Michels Nomination Papers in Governor’s Race

The challenge seeks to block businessman Tim Michels from getting on the primary ballot.

Michels Says He “Didn’t Promise Anything” for Trump’s Endorsement
Trump Endorses Tim Michels for Governor

Trump Endorses Tim Michels for Governor

Former Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch has now lost out on two major endorsements.

Are Wisconsin’s Politicians Paid Too Much?

Are Wisconsin’s Politicians Paid Too Much?

The issue arises anew after Milwaukee school board members give themselves a raise.

Murphy’s Law: Who’s the Real Outsider for Governor?
Murphy’s Law

Who’s the Real Outsider for Governor?

Almost every candidate claims to be. But who really, actually is?

Republican Convention Endorses No One For Governor

Republican Convention Endorses No One For Governor

Rebecca Kleefisch falls just short of 60% of votes needed for party endorsement.

Conservatives in Chaos: Republican Party of Wisconsin Fails to Endorse in Governor’s Race
Candidates to Appear at WisGOP State Convention
Michels Leads Kleefisch In New Poll

Michels Leads Kleefisch In New Poll

Recently announced candidate in GOP primary for governor 1% ahead of Kleefisch; most voters still "not sure" who to support.

Evers Opposes Parole for Man Who Killed Wife

Evers Opposes Parole for Man Who Killed Wife

Governor asks parole board to reverse parole for Douglas Balsewicz, who killed his wife in 1997.

Vos Supports Abortion Ban Exceptions For Rape, Incest

Vos Supports Abortion Ban Exceptions For Rape, Incest

State Assembly Speaker finds himself at odds with GOP candidates for governor.

The State of Politics: Primary Winners Rely on Certain Counties
The State of Politics

Primary Winners Rely on Certain Counties

Of state's 72 counties a small number provide majority of statewide vote.

Sexism And The Marquette Poll

Sexism And The Marquette Poll

Should pollsters test respondents agreement with statements deriding women?

Op Ed: Tim Michels Is No Political ‘Outsider’
Op Ed

Tim Michels Is No Political ‘Outsider’

Candidate for governor has long record of political donations, lobbying, state contracts.

Democratic US Senate Primary Tightens In Poll

Democratic US Senate Primary Tightens In Poll

Marquette poll also shows Evers' approval steady, Ron Johnson’s declined further.

New survey by Marquette Law School Poll finds Wisconsin Democratic primary for U.S. Senate tightening, Kleefisch leading Republican gubernatorial primary; among Republicans, those least confident in 2020 election are more enthusiastic to vote this fall
Murphy’s Law: Look Out For Tim Michels
Murphy’s Law

Look Out For Tim Michels

He could shake up the Republican primary for governor

Thompson Won’t Run For Governor

Thompson Won’t Run For Governor

Former governor, 80, could have shaken up the Republican primary.

Republicans Will Not Cut Taxes*
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Republicans Will Not Cut Taxes*

*Except for the Wealthy, Large Corporations, and Their Donors

Campaign Cash: Right-Wing Money Helps Elect Appeals Court Judge
Campaign Cash

Right-Wing Money Helps Elect Appeals Court Judge

Uihleins and outside groups spend $450,000 to elect Maria Lazar.

Campaign Cash: Outside Groups Have Already Spent $1.9 Million On Governor’s Race
Campaign Cash

Outside Groups Have Already Spent $1.9 Million On Governor’s Race

More than half of money for GOP candidates, some $800,000 to help Evers.

Campaign Cash: Local Races Attract Out-Of-State Super PACs
Campaign Cash

Local Races Attract Out-Of-State Super PACs

They spent $248,000 on 18 candidates in city, county races in state’s spring election.

The State of Politics: Thompson Weighs Fifth Run for Governor
The State of Politics

Thompson Weighs Fifth Run for Governor

Could stand out as the moderate in a five-candidate Republican primary.

Bill Allowing Early Count of Absentee Ballots Looks Dead

Bill Allowing Early Count of Absentee Ballots Looks Dead

Had near-unanimous GOP support, with other provisions attached to it Democrats opposed.

Poll Finds Approval Up for Evers, Down for Johnson

Poll Finds Approval Up for Evers, Down for Johnson

MU poll finds Kleefisch leads GOP primary for governor, Barnes atop Democratic primary for senator.

New Marquette Law School Poll finds inflation fears up, pandemic fears down; marijuana legalization up, optimism about Wisconsin down; primary candidates not yet well known
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New Marquette Law School Poll finds inflation fears up, pandemic fears down; marijuana legalization up, optimism about Wisconsin down; primary candidates not yet well known

Please note: Complete Poll results and methodology information can be found online at law.marquette.edu/poll

Assembly Passes Early Vote Counting Bill

Assembly Passes Early Vote Counting Bill

A raft of election related bills passed, some adding additional requirements to absentee voting.

Murphy’s Law: The Rise of Timothy Ramthun
Murphy’s Law

The Rise of Timothy Ramthun

One-time nobody now a candidate for governor and top demagogue in state Republican Party.

Fetal Heartbeat Bill Divides Abortion Foes

Fetal Heartbeat Bill Divides Abortion Foes

Bill banning abortion after 6 weeks may not get passed by Legislature before session ends.

Murphy’s Law: 15 Election Winners and Losers
Murphy’s Law

15 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the ballots, which insiders, groups and trends were the winners and losers in this election?

It’s Johnson vs. Donovan For Mayor

It’s Johnson vs. Donovan For Mayor

Acting mayor and former alderman pull away from crowded field. Will face off in general election.

The State of Politics: Both Parties Face Pre-Election Turmoil
The State of Politics

Both Parties Face Pre-Election Turmoil

Republicans struggle with deep divisions, Democrats with sinking poll numbers.

WisDems Statement on Trumpy Tim Ramthun’s Campaign for Governor
Press Release

WisDems Statement on Trumpy Tim Ramthun’s Campaign for Governor

Ramthun’s Divisive Comments, Conspiracy Theories Highlighted at TrumpyTim.com

State Rep. Timothy Ramthun Running for Governor

State Rep. Timothy Ramthun Running for Governor

Ramthun gained national attention when he tried to decertify the 2020 election results.

GOP Election Bills Are Far Reaching

GOP Election Bills Are Far Reaching

Restricting absentee voting, more power for Legislature, nursing home employees could face prison.

Murphy’s Law: Can Nicholson Beat Kleefisch?
Murphy’s Law

Can Nicholson Beat Kleefisch?

Democrats are thrilled about what could be a bruising Republican primary for governor.

Republicans Speak At Event With Anti-Government Flag

Republicans Speak At Event With Anti-Government Flag

Kleefisch, Nicholson, Grothman, others speak. Photos of this removed from GOP Facebook page.

Murphy’s Law: Evers Takes a Page from Republicans
Murphy’s Law

Evers Takes a Page from Republicans

His push to give tax rebate to taxpayers was first used by Lee Dreyfus to win office.

Speaker Vos Struggles to Maintain Control

Speaker Vos Struggles to Maintain Control

Assailed by GOP rebels. ‘Conspiracy theorists have taken over the party.’

The State of Politics: Primary For Governor Continues Century-Old Reform
The State of Politics

Primary For Governor Continues Century-Old Reform

This was the first state to hold primary elections. Kleefisch vs. Nicholson is latest example.

The Contrarian: Milwaukee Started National Education Movement
The Contrarian

Milwaukee Started National Education Movement

 School choice started here, and now has 76 programs in 32 states.

Nicholson Enters Race For Governor

Nicholson Enters Race For Governor

Will face Kleefisch in Republican primary. He called her ‘dumb as a bag of hammers.’

Nicholson Announces Campaign for Governor
Press Release

Nicholson Announces Campaign for Governor

Marine Veteran and Businessman Promises to Fight to Move Wisconsin Forward

Murphy’s Law: Will Evers’ Pardons Hurt Him In Election?
Murphy’s Law

Will Evers’ Pardons Hurt Him In Election?

He’s bragging about setting a record. Will Republicans use it in attack ad?

Evers Raises Millions More Than Kleefisch

Evers Raises Millions More Than Kleefisch

Governor raises $5 million in second half of 2021, compared to $3.3 million for Kleefisch.

Sean Duffy Won’t Run For Governor

Sean Duffy Won’t Run For Governor

Former President Donald Trump urged the former congressman to run.

The State of Politics: Top 8 Capitol News Stories In 2021
The State of Politics

Top 8 Capitol News Stories In 2021

And what a strange year it was.

2022 Race for Governor Taking Shape

2022 Race for Governor Taking Shape

Kleefisch the Republican frontrunner. But a Trump-backed candidate could shake up campaign.

Data Wonk: Is Ballot Harvesting A Problem?
Data Wonk

Is Ballot Harvesting A Problem?

Kleefisch says so. The only two claims of this, both in other states, involved Republicans.

Legislature Plans Culture War Against Evers

Legislature Plans Culture War Against Evers

Fall session could include “born alive” abortion bill, forbidding teachers from discussing race and more.

Rebecca Kleefisch Announces Campaign for Governor

Rebecca Kleefisch Announces Campaign for Governor

Kleefisch served as Lieutenant Governor under former Gov. Scott Walker.

The Contrarian: School Choice Key Issue in Governor Race
The Contrarian

School Choice Key Issue in Governor Race

Republican candidates will support universal vouchers. Evers calls that "morally wrong."

Who’s Trying to Oust Ron Johnson?
Press Release

Who’s Trying to Oust Ron Johnson?

Behind the scenes (and on background), at least some Wisconsin Republicans are bad-mouthing Ron Johnson and seeking to position others to replace him

Evers, Johnson Rake In Campaign Funds

Evers, Johnson Rake In Campaign Funds

Outpacing challengers, Evers raises $5 million and Johnson $1.2 million in first half of 2021.

‘Governor Wins’ on State Budget?

‘Governor Wins’ on State Budget?

Experts suggest Evers will win the political spin over budget and tax cut.

Murphy’s Law: Evers Is the Pro-Science Candidate
Murphy’s Law

Evers Is the Pro-Science Candidate

Why has that description become so controversial?

Vos Picks Gableman To Lead Election Probe

Vos Picks Gableman To Lead Election Probe

Announcement comes just one day after GOP Assembly Speaker attacked by Trump.

Evers Announces Reelection Bid

Evers Announces Reelection Bid

Speech at state Democratic convention touts education spending and new Foxconn contract.

 
Citation

Lobbyist Bill McCoshen mulling bid for governor

Back in the News: Uline Workers Suffer Higher COVID-19 Rates
Back in the News

Uline Workers Suffer Higher COVID-19 Rates

Owners and Trump donors the Uihleins have downplayed pandemic, worker complaints.

Back in the News: Uline Faces Blowback on Capitol Riot
Back in the News

Uline Faces Blowback on Capitol Riot

Northwestern reviewing contract with company, which gave $4 million to group pushing uprising.

Evers Reflects on Year of Pandemic, Protests

Evers Reflects on Year of Pandemic, Protests

Proud of his administration’s response to COVID-19, “we turned that around a little bit.”

GOP Donors That Fought Evers’ Health Orders Catch COVID-19

GOP Donors That Fought Evers’ Health Orders Catch COVID-19

Billionaire couple Dick and Liz Uihlein have tested positive for COVID-19.

GOP Donor Uihlein Calls COVID-19 “Overhyped”

GOP Donor Uihlein Calls COVID-19 “Overhyped”

Liz Uihlein, co-founding of Uline, is a major Trump donor spending millions on right-wing causes.

Which Republican Is More Trumpian?

Which Republican Is More Trumpian?

GOP candidates for state's 7th congressional district spar over who’s more like Trump.

Fitzgerald Will Run for Congress

Fitzgerald Will Run for Congress

Senate Majority Leader to run for Sensenbrenner’s 5th Congressional district seat.

Line Forming for Sensenbrenner’s Seat

Line Forming for Sensenbrenner’s Seat

8 Republicans (Vukmir, Nicholson, Fitzgerald, Farrow etc.) considering a run, along with one Democrat.

50 Years of Jim Sensenbrenner

50 Years of Jim Sensenbrenner

The numbers, the gruffness, the tales. And who will run for his seat?

Murphy’s Law: How Republicans Helped Tammy Baldwin
Murphy’s Law

How Republicans Helped Tammy Baldwin

They picked the wrong candidate. That could hand election to Baldwin.

Election Had Big Democratic Turnout

Election Had Big Democratic Turnout

100,000 more people voted in Democratic primary despite massive Republican spending on Senate race.

All the Election Data You Want

All the Election Data You Want

It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.

Murphy’s Law: 23 Election Winners and Losers
Murphy’s Law

23 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the vote totals, who were the other winners and losers in yesterday’s election?

Vote Tuesday: Guide to Republican Candidates
Vote Tuesday

Guide to Republican Candidates

Republican U.S. Senate duel leads the way on Tuesday's ballot.

Vote Tuesday: Candidates for Common Council
Vote Tuesday

Candidates for Common Council

Six candidates for 5th District in only primary contest.

Vote Tuesday: Democratic Candidate Guide
Vote Tuesday

Democratic Candidate Guide

Packed Democratic gubernatorial race and county sheriff contest are top items on Tuesday's ballot.

Can Billionaire Dick Uihlein Buy A U.S. Senate Election?
Press Release

Can Billionaire Dick Uihlein Buy A U.S. Senate Election?

Uihlein-funded super PACs have already dumped $10.7 million into buying the Republican Party's nomination for Kevin Nicholson.

Kevin Nicholson and Leah Vukmir Oppose Minimum Wage Laws
Press Release

Kevin Nicholson and Leah Vukmir Oppose Minimum Wage Laws

While Nicholson indicates opposition to any minimum wage, Vukmir has led the charge to prevent minimum wage increases and to repeal Wisconsin's prevailing wage law.

Vukmir, Nicholson Debate, Both Back Trump

Vukmir, Nicholson Debate, Both Back Trump

Neither criticized anything president has done, no major disagreements between candidates.

The Contrarian: Ron Johnson To The Rescue?
The Contrarian

Ron Johnson To The Rescue?

His attempt to bring peace between Vukmir and Nicholson backers is welcome.

Bought By A Billionaire: Uihlein Spends $8M For Nicholson
Press Release

Bought By A Billionaire: Uihlein Spends $8M For Nicholson

"After nearly $8 million-and-counting in support from Dick Uihlein, there's no question that Kevin Nicholson is bought and paid for by an out-of-state billionaire from Illinois"

Poll Good News for Evers, Vukmir

Poll Good News for Evers, Vukmir

Evers lead widens in gubernatorial primary, Vukmir nudges ahead of Nicholson.

UWM to host Wisconsin senatorial debate on July 26
Press Release

UWM to host Wisconsin senatorial debate on July 26

All five Republican candidates have agreed to participate.

New Marquette Law School Poll finds roughly one in three Wisconsin voters still undecided one month before primaries
Press Release

New Marquette Law School Poll finds roughly one in three Wisconsin voters still undecided one month before primaries

Voters split along partisan lines on Supreme Court nominee, other national and state issues

Leah Vukmir and Kevin Nicholson Want to Overturn Roe v. Wade
Press Release

Leah Vukmir and Kevin Nicholson Want to Overturn Roe v. Wade

Vukmir and Nicholson also want to see protections for 133 million Americans with pre-existing conditions declared unconstitutional

Vukmir And Nicholson Oppose Buy American Requirements
Press Release

Vukmir And Nicholson Oppose Buy American Requirements

"It's striking that Leah Vukmir and Kevin Nicholson would break with Donald Trump and oppose making sure that the government Buys American, but it's typical of their hardline commitment to a corporate special interest agenda."

Wisconsin Republicans Are Calling For Unity. Why Is Kevin Nicholson Is Criticizing Ron Johnson?
Press Release

Wisconsin Republicans Are Calling For Unity. Why Is Kevin Nicholson Is Criticizing Ron Johnson?

"[P]lenty of people in our own state...are not happy with things Ron Johnson does"

Nicholson Endorses $7 Billion Children’s Health Insurance Cut
Press Release

Nicholson Endorses $7 Billion Children’s Health Insurance Cut

Does Leah Vukmir agree with Kevin Nicholson and support the Trump Administration-backed spending cuts?

RPW Sounds The Alarm: Paul Ryan All In For Leah Vukmir
Press Release

RPW Sounds The Alarm: Paul Ryan All In For Leah Vukmir

Ryan robocall for Vukmir signals party anxiety over Dick Uihlein's continued spending for Kevin Nicholson

Murphy’s Law: Is State Suffering Walker Fatigue?
Murphy’s Law

Is State Suffering Walker Fatigue?

One clear sign would be if Leah Vukmir loses U.S. Senate primary.

Ryan, Sensenbrenner Endorse Vukmir

Ryan, Sensenbrenner Endorse Vukmir

Republican establishment rallying around Vukmir over Nicholson for U.S. Senate.

D.C. Republicans Pass Vukmir and Nicholson-Backed Social Security and Medicare Cuts
Press Release

D.C. Republicans Pass Vukmir and Nicholson-Backed Social Security and Medicare Cuts

Vukmir and Nicholson support plans to gut Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid

Kevin Nicholson’s Megadonor-Funded Outside Group Attacks Leah Vukmir
Press Release

Kevin Nicholson’s Megadonor-Funded Outside Group Attacks Leah Vukmir

Despite Wisconsin Republicans' pleas for party unity, Club for Growth, a corporate special interest group bankrolled by Nicholson megadonor and Illinois billionaire Dick Uihlein, has continued to attack Vukmir

New Marquette Law School Poll finds many Wisconsin primary voters undecided, unfamiliar with candidates
Press Release

New Marquette Law School Poll finds many Wisconsin primary voters undecided, unfamiliar with candidates

Walker, Baldwin hold modest advantages over challengers

Vukmir and Nicholson Break from Gov. Walker on Trump Tariffs
Press Release

Vukmir and Nicholson Break from Gov. Walker on Trump Tariffs

Walker says Trump tariffs are "bad for everyone," while Vukmir and Nicholson embrace Trump's tariffs

Vukmir and Nicholson Support Gutting Preexisting Condition Protections
Press Release

Vukmir and Nicholson Support Gutting Preexisting Condition Protections

The Trump Administration says protections for Wisconsinites with preexisting conditions are unconstitutional. And Vukmir and Nicholson back GOP efforts to gut the protections entirely.

Post-Convention Poll Shows Leah Has Momentum As She Moves Into Statistical Tie
Press Release

Post-Convention Poll Shows Leah Has Momentum As She Moves Into Statistical Tie

Support for Nicholson Collapsing, While Leah Leads By 17 With Those Aware Of Both Candidates

“Outsider” Opportunist Kevin Nicholson Self-Promoted for Insider Job
Press Release

“Outsider” Opportunist Kevin Nicholson Self-Promoted for Insider Job

New report details Nicholson's "arm twisting of insiders" to secure a Gov. Walker appointment

GOP Tax Law Sends 80% Of Cuts To Top 1%, Big Corporations
Press Release

GOP Tax Law Sends 80% Of Cuts To Top 1%, Big Corporations

Vukmir and Nicholson running on gifting billions in tax cuts to large corporations and the ultra-rich

Op Ed: John McCain and Republican Values
Op Ed

John McCain and Republican Values

He’s a patriot and man of character. Contrast this to Trump, Vukmir and Nicholson.

Vukmir and Nicholson Embrace Zero-Exception Abortion Ban, “Personhood”
Press Release

Vukmir and Nicholson Embrace Zero-Exception Abortion Ban, “Personhood”

"[A] personhood measure could criminalize certain forms of birth control"

Walker, Republicans Warn of Blue Wave

Walker, Republicans Warn of Blue Wave

Ryan says farewell, Vukmir endorsed at annual state convention of GOP party.

DPW on the Republican Party of Wisconsin’s Endorsement of Ultra-Conservative Leah Vukmir for U.S. Senate
Press Release

DPW on the Republican Party of Wisconsin’s Endorsement of Ultra-Conservative Leah Vukmir for U.S. Senate

Fearing a repeat of the disastrous 2012 GOP primary, Senator Ron Johnson has called on the “weaker candidate” to “exit the race”

Wisconsin GOP chooses Leah Vukmir with historic endorsement
Press Release

Wisconsin GOP chooses Leah Vukmir with historic endorsement

Conservatives give Leah overwhelming mandate for the Republican nomination with vote exceeding Sen. Johnson's margin of victory

Op Ed: A New Low for Leah Vukmir?
Op Ed

A New Low for Leah Vukmir?

GOP candidate for Senate smears Sen.Baldwin, branding her a “terrorist.”

Veterans Blast Senate Candidate Kevin Nicholson

Veterans Blast Senate Candidate Kevin Nicholson

Republican candidate has questioned “thought process” of veterans who vote Democratic.

Andy Gronik’s Statement on Kevin Nicholson’s Recent Remarks on Veterans
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Andy Gronik’s Statement on Kevin Nicholson’s Recent Remarks on Veterans

GOP Senate candidate, Kevin Nicholson, needs to retract his recent remarks calling military service an inherently 'conservative' value.

Statement from Tom Palzewicz in Response to Kevin Nicholson Comments on Democratic Military Veterans
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Statement from Tom Palzewicz in Response to Kevin Nicholson Comments on Democratic Military Veterans

"Defending our Country and Constitution is neither a conservative or liberal value, it’s an American value."

Matt Flynn Responds to Kevin Nicholson’s “Cognitive Thought Process” Comments
Press Release

Matt Flynn Responds to Kevin Nicholson’s “Cognitive Thought Process” Comments

Earlier today, Nicholson attacked military veterans who are Democrats.

Vukmir and Nicholson’s 2016 Presidential Pick Admits Tax Law is a Scam
Press Release

Vukmir and Nicholson’s 2016 Presidential Pick Admits Tax Law is a Scam

Both Vukmir and Nicholson backed Marco Rubio's presidential run -- and now Rubio admits that the scam GOP tax law is leaving families behind

“Testy” GOP Senate Debate’s “Clashes” and “Jabs” Escalate Nasty Primary
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“Testy” GOP Senate Debate’s “Clashes” and “Jabs” Escalate Nasty Primary

Vukmir and Nicholson's mutual disdain has been building for months, and last night's debate proves that things are only going to get worse and further weaken the Republican field.

FACT CHECK: Vukmir and Nicholson’s TrumpCare Plans Strip Care From 30M
Press Release

FACT CHECK: Vukmir and Nicholson’s TrumpCare Plans Strip Care From 30M

Vukmir and Nicholson-backed TrumpCare plans gut pre-existing condition protections and take care away from tens of millions of Americans

Illinois Billionaire Dick Uihlein, Kevin Nicholson’s Biggest Backer, Named GOP’s Top 2018 Spender
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Illinois Billionaire Dick Uihlein, Kevin Nicholson’s Biggest Backer, Named GOP’s Top 2018 Spender

The Illinois-based megadonor has already poured $17.4 million into 10 groups backing Kevin Nicholson's candidacy.

Huh. Yet Another Kevin Nicholson-Roy Moore Connection
Press Release

Huh. Yet Another Kevin Nicholson-Roy Moore Connection

Months after the alleged sexual predator's dramatic loss, Moore's boosters continue to line up behind Kevin Nicholson

Leah Vukmir and Kevin Nicholson Campaigning on Scam GOP Tax Law
Press Release

Leah Vukmir and Kevin Nicholson Campaigning on Scam GOP Tax Law

Vukmir, Nicholson back paying for Big Pharma tax breaks with Social Security and Medicare cuts

Illinois Billionaire Dick Uihlein Pours More Than $17 Million Into Groups Supporting Kevin Nicholson
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Illinois Billionaire Dick Uihlein Pours More Than $17 Million Into Groups Supporting Kevin Nicholson

"Kevin Nicholson is bought and paid for by Illinois billionaire Dick Uihlein"

Eric Hovde Declines 2018 Run, Reiterates “Concerns” With Kevin Nicholson
Press Release

Eric Hovde Declines 2018 Run, Reiterates “Concerns” With Kevin Nicholson

"Leah Vukmir and Kevin Nicholson will continue their brutally negative campaigns as right-wing candidates promising to sell out Wisconsin’s working families in order to help corporate special interests get even richer"

Poll: Americans Worried as GOP Sabotage Spikes Health Care Premiums
Press Release

Poll: Americans Worried as GOP Sabotage Spikes Health Care Premiums

As Wisconsinites face skyrocketing health care costs following GOP sabotage, Leah Vukmir and Kevin Nicholson continue to run on taking away 30 million Americans' health care access

Vukmir-Nicholson #GOPTaxScam is Still a Giveaway to the Richest Americans
Press Release

Vukmir-Nicholson #GOPTaxScam is Still a Giveaway to the Richest Americans

GOP tax law sends more than 80% of benefits to the richest one percent and big corporations like Exxon and Pfizer, while hiking taxes on middle-class Americans

Notoriously Dishonest Kevin Nicholson Calls First Lady Tonette Walker A Liar
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Notoriously Dishonest Kevin Nicholson Calls First Lady Tonette Walker A Liar

"The first lady says Vukmir’s opponent refused to shake her son Alex’s hand," from WITI-TV.

Americans for Prosperity to Host First Wisconsin Republican U.S. Senate Debate on 04/26
Press Release

Americans for Prosperity to Host First Wisconsin Republican U.S. Senate Debate on 04/26

GOP Candidates vying to win August 14 primary will tackle top issues for WI voters

Leah Vukmir Leaves 600 Wisconsin Workers Behind
Press Release

Leah Vukmir Leaves 600 Wisconsin Workers Behind

After supporting GOP tax law that led to mass-layoff announcements, Leah Vukmir failed to deliver for Kimberly-Clark workers facing layoffs

Remember: Vukmir, Nicholson Want Armed Teachers, Guns In Classrooms
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Remember: Vukmir, Nicholson Want Armed Teachers, Guns In Classrooms

Wisconsin's Republican U.S. Senate candidates are calling for adding guns in classrooms.

New Marquette Law School Poll finds Wisconsin voters divided on benefits of Foxconn deal, but together in support of background checks for gun sales
GOP Tax Scam Gifts Big Pharma a Massive Windfall, While Americans Struggle with Skyrocketing Drug Costs
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GOP Tax Scam Gifts Big Pharma a Massive Windfall, While Americans Struggle with Skyrocketing Drug Costs

The Republican U.S. Senate field has embraced the GOP tax law that hikes taxes on 53% of Americans and spikes health insurance premiums, while gifting billions to Big Pharma special interests

Logsdon Campaign Announces Endorsements
Press Release

Logsdon Campaign Announces Endorsements

"I am very proud that so many hardworking, respected people have publicly endorsed my candidacy."

Republicans Caused Wisconsinites’ Spiking Health Care Costs
Press Release

Republicans Caused Wisconsinites’ Spiking Health Care Costs

Republicans Have Sole Ownership of Wisconsin’s Rising Health Insurance Premiums, a Result of Years of Sabotage and Undercutting the Affordable Care Act

Op Ed: Let’s Get Real About Immigration
Op Ed

Let’s Get Real About Immigration

We need immigrant workers. Will the two parties find a middle ground?

Data Wonk: Will Federal Tax Plan Succeed?
Data Wonk

Will Federal Tax Plan Succeed?

Past economic data suggests it won’t. And voters think it will fail.

The State of Politics: Top 10 State News Stories of 2017
The State of Politics

Top 10 State News Stories of 2017

Another historic year in Wisconsin politics created some big headlines.

Nicholson and Vukmir Endorse Cuts to Earned Benefits
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Nicholson and Vukmir Endorse Cuts to Earned Benefits

Kevin Nicholson and Leah Vukmir embrace Paul Ryan's plans to cut earned benefits, including Medicare, Social Security, and Medicaid

Op Ed: One Wisconsin Now’s 2018 Predictions
Op Ed

One Wisconsin Now’s 2018 Predictions

Some predictions are serious, but all are certainly fearless

Data Wonk: The Many Errors of Brad Schimel
Data Wonk

The Many Errors of Brad Schimel

His sloppy report on John Doe leaks won’t help Attorney General’s reputation.

Roy Moore Falls Short, But Kevin Nicholson Is Tonight’s Biggest Loser
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Roy Moore Falls Short, But Kevin Nicholson Is Tonight’s Biggest Loser

"A lot of Republicans lost tonight, but perhaps no one so badly as Kevin Nicholson..."

DPW Ads: Leah Vukmir & Kevin Nicholson Are “Roy Moore’s WI Enablers”
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DPW Ads: Leah Vukmir & Kevin Nicholson Are “Roy Moore’s WI Enablers”

Vukmir and Nicholson have stood silently by the Republican Party as it funds alleged serial sexual predator Roy Moore

Back in the News: Will Roy Moore Embarrass Kevin Nicholson?
Back in the News

Will Roy Moore Embarrass Kevin Nicholson?

The Republican Senate candidate depends on Moore contributor Richard Uihlein.

Murphy’s Law: Walker, Vukmir Court the Israel Lobby
Murphy’s Law

Walker, Vukmir Court the Israel Lobby

A great way to get donations from billionaires like Sheldon Adelson.

Mark Belling says Leah Vukmir is a real conservative who pushes the envelope
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Mark Belling says Leah Vukmir is a real conservative who pushes the envelope

Belling made a few comments about the U.S. Senate race in Wisconsin.

Vukmir And Nicholson Support Trump Limits to Women’s Healthcare Access
Murphy’s Law: Leah Vukmir Welcomes Your Hate
Murphy’s Law

Leah Vukmir Welcomes Your Hate

Or how to run for U.S. Senate in the land of scorched-earth politics.

Murphy’s Law: Richard Uihlein, GOP Kingmaker
Murphy’s Law

Richard Uihlein, GOP Kingmaker

Should one billionaire dictate the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate?

Kevin Nicholson Silent as Republicans Raided Funding for King
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Kevin Nicholson Silent as Republicans Raided Funding for King

Did Kevin Nicholson support Rep. Dale Kooyenga and D.C. Leah's votes to raid millions from the funds available to take care of Wisconsin's elderly veterans?

Kevin Nicholson Ignored Whistleblowers, Skipped Briefing, Tour, “Took Few Visible Actions”
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Kevin Nicholson Ignored Whistleblowers, Skipped Briefing, Tour, “Took Few Visible Actions”

"Kevin Nicholson was in a position to stop the problems at Wisconsin Veterans Home at King and he did nothing until it was politically expedient."

Nicholson Super PAC Throws Hail Mary to Save Embattled Candidacy, Before it Even Begins
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Nicholson Super PAC Throws Hail Mary to Save Embattled Candidacy, Before it Even Begins

"It's not surprising that the only person willing to support Kevin Nicholson is an Illinois multimillionaire."

Wisconsin is still wondering: Where’s Kevin on health care repeal?
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Wisconsin is still wondering: Where’s Kevin on health care repeal?

"It's time for Kevin to come out of the shadows and show his support for the Senate GOP legislation."

Will Gov. Scott Walker Stand Up For Vulnerable Wisconsinites At Risk Of Losing Health Care Insurance?
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Will Gov. Scott Walker Stand Up For Vulnerable Wisconsinites At Risk Of Losing Health Care Insurance?

It's been widely reported that Senate Republicans are drafting their version of Trumpcare behind closed doors.

Where’s Kevin?
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Where’s Kevin?

We Have More Questions Following Kevin Nicholson's Disastrous Interview About His Record of Supporting Democrats

KevinForWisconsin.com: The History of A Political Opportunist
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KevinForWisconsin.com: The History of A Political Opportunist

The new website walks through political opportunist and wannabe GOP Senate nominee.

Kevin Nicholson’s Checkbook Choice: Has Wisconsin U.S. Senate Hopeful Changed Positions to Snag Support of Illinois Millionaire?
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Kevin Nicholson’s Checkbook Choice: Has Wisconsin U.S. Senate Hopeful Changed Positions to Snag Support of Illinois Millionaire?

Kevin Nicholson’s Checkbook Choice: Has Wisconsin U.S. Senate Hopeful Changed Positions to Snag Support of Illinois Millionaire?

Political Opportunist Kevin Nicholson Caught in His Lies
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Political Opportunist Kevin Nicholson Caught in His Lies

"Kevin Nicholson is a political opportunist that runs to catch the political winds."

Is this a Senate race or a yacht sale?
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Is this a Senate race or a yacht sale?

Even conservative radio personality, Mark Belling, is unimpressed with the current slate of candidates.