Brett M. Kavanaugh

How the Gerrymander Wastes Votes

Compared to 4 other maps of Wisconsin's legislative districts, the current one nullifies the most votes.

The Impact of Impeachment Threats

Republicans seek to scare Justice Protasiewicz and elections overseer Meagan Wolfe into following their dictates.

Should Judicial Candidates Be Muzzled?

Forcing Protasiewicz to recuse could doom fair maps and discourage informative judicial races.

Would Ranked-Choice Voting Reduce Partisanship?

Alaska's experience offers fascinating lessons for those who care about democracy.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Leader Says Judges Shouldn’t Be Intimidated By Threats

But Chief Justice Annette Ziegler acknowledges “threats are on the rise.”

Catholic Hospitals Dominate State, Restrict Women’s Choices

Hospitals restrict reproductive procedures, contraception — more than in nearly any state.

Examining Michels ‘Blueprint For Elections’

The GOP businessman candidate for governor offers a very un-business like analysis.

Democratic Candidates Opposing Ron Johnson Jump on Abortion Issue

Leaked Supreme Court draft opinion overruling Roe injects issue into US Senate race.

Baldwin Helps Unveil New Captured Courts Report on Texas Assault on Reproductive Rights

Senate Democrats reveal dark-money scheme behind anti-abortion crusade

Republicans Attack Zuckerberg Election Grants Again

Using emails from Green Bay's former clerk, GOP lawmakers are calling for an investigation.

Kavanaugh Opinion on State’s Election Called “Ominous”

Supreme Court justice echoes Trump’s view that election day must decide final vote.

US Supreme Court Won’t Extend State’s Ballot Deadline

Democrats argued flood of absentee ballots meant many would be received after Election Day.

State’s LGBTQ Groups Celebrate Historic Ruling

US Supreme Court’s decision bans workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity.

Should the Federal Government Keep its Word?

The Supreme Court says yes, except Justice Alito, who sees things differently.

Why Was Election in Pandemic Required?

So ruled both the Wisconsin and U.S. Supreme Court. Let’s examine their reasoning.

Supreme Court Case Could Affect Abortion Access in Wisconsin

The High Court weighs case that could effectively overturn Roe v. Wade.

U.S. Supreme Court Hears Case That Could Determine Future of Abortion Access

Redistricting Now Up to Citizen Action

U.S. Supreme Court decision leaves it up to voters to demand non-partisan redistricting.

Trump to Deregulate Zoning?

All the city news you can use.

Did Kavanaugh Ad Elect Hagedorn?

Republican group says its ads killed front runner Lisa Neubauer in Supreme Court race.

10 Lessons of Supreme Court Race

Anger drives votes, media in decline, traditional judicial campaigns are dead, and more.

Why Schimel’s Lawsuit Makes No Sense

Even conservatives suggest the AG’s suit against Affordable Care Act is bad law.

Heartbroken in Pittsburgh

A Marquette professor who grew up in Pittsburgh and attended the synagogue school reflects on the shootings.

The Fight Against Gerrymandering

Advocates hope their Supreme Court case -- now being rewritten -- will succeed.

Brad Schimel Fails Women, Victims

Reviewing the Attorney General’s record on rape and sexual harassment.

President Trump is Beyond Divisive

He respects no one, maybe not even himself, and never seeks win-win outcomes.

Groups Behind the ‘Blue Wave’ Urge Voters to Make Their Voices Heard

Election is Opportunity to Speak Out Against Racism, Sexism, Xenophobia and Indifference to Gun Violence From Scott Walker, Donald Trump and GOP

Advocate Urge Victims To Report Sexual Assaults

Local groups like Sojourner Center say less than 10% of victims report assaults.

New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight race for Wisconsin governor, Baldwin leading in Senate contest

Wisconsin voters weigh in on Kavanaugh confirmation, Mueller investigation

Baldwin, Vukmir Debate Health Care, Abortion

Challenger Vukmir was consistently on attack for one-hour debate.

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on Confirmation of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court

"Judge Kavanaugh has proven that he lacks the judicial temperament to serve on America’s highest court and I do not believe he will provide the independence we need on our Supreme Court at this time."

Kavanaugh is a Blight on Washington

"Today’s vote to confirm Judge Kavanaugh is a vote against women and sexual assault survivors."

Support for Kavanaugh Pattern of Ron Johnson’s Horrendous Record on Issues of Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment

Previously Defended Pedophile Priests, Discounted Reports of Harassment, Voted Against Violence Against Women Act, Kept Quiet Assault of His Own Staff

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on FBI Background Investigation of Judge Brett Kavanaugh

"I am still not convinced that Judge Kavanaugh would serve as a fair, impartial and independent Supreme Court Justice."

Baldwin Stands With Randy Bryce, Despite His Criminal History And Refusal To Pay Child Support

Bryce is running as the liberal option to replace Speaker Paul Ryan.

State Politicians Split on Kavanaugh

Vukmir disagrees with Baldwin, Evers; Walker equivocates on Supreme Court nominee.

Senator Taylor Supports Delay of Kavanaugh Final Confirmation

"Although I wish Senator Flake had taken a bolder stance, I’m hopeful that his request is taken seriously by Republican Leadership and members of the Senate."

Leah Vukmir: It’s Time To Confirm Judge Kavanaugh

“It’s time the Senate votes and confirms Judge Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court.”

Brad Schimel Blames Sexual Assault Victim for Scaring Other Survivors, Puts Politics First

"I know Josh Kaul will stand up for survivors and make sure that dangerous criminals who commit these crimes are punished."

Scott Walker Silent on Tweets from Republican Party Mocking Sexual Assault

Walker continues to look the other way as Senate Republicans seek to elevate alleged sexual assaulter to nation's highest bench

Leah Vukmir Issues Call To Action for Wisconsin Voters

"Tammy Baldwin and her extreme left allies are using every smear tactic and despicable trick in an attempt to silence us, beat us and obstruct reforms that will help the American middle class."

DPW Chair Responds to Trump’s Tweets Attempting to Discredit Dr. Ford, Kavanaugh’s Accuser

"Sexual assault is not a partisan issue."

Does Scott Walker Still Believe Accused Perpetrator of Sexual Assault Brett Kavanaugh Fits Criteria He Looks For In Judicial Candidates

‘We Deserve a Straight Answer and We Deserve it Now’

Will Baldwin Support Or Condemn Booker’s Decision To Knowingly Release Confidential Information About Racial Profiling?

"Voters deserve to know if she agrees with Booker’s unethical decision to release confidential documents," said Leah Vukmir campaign manager Jess Ward.

Unlike Baldwin, Leah Vukmir Pledges To Meet With Every Supreme Court Nominee And Thoroughly Review Their Qualifications

"As senator, I promise to meet with every Supreme Court nominee..."

Scott Walker doubles down on support for extremist Supreme Court pick

Kavanaugh was selected by President Trump because he would be in favor of overturning Roe v. Wade.

The Rise of Federalist Society Judges

Nationally and in Wisconsin they have become activists and super legislators.

Statement from Alderwoman Lewis on Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh

I believe that someone in the model that other Republican presidents have appointed would be better.

Governor Walker Statement on Nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court

"Brett Kavanaugh is an excellent nominee to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court."

Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh to examine separation of powers controversies in Marquette Law School’s Hallows Lecture

The nation has witnessed major separation of powers controversies during the administrations of President George W. Bush and President Barack Obama.