Politics
Legislature Begins Era of Divided Government
Vos, Fitzgerald call for bipartisan approach, but Vos warns against “far left” ideas.
Jan 8th, 2019 by Laurel White and Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioEpisode 007 – Mayoral Candidate Tony Zielinski
Alderman Zielinski joins the show to talk about his vision for Milwaukee and opposition to the streetcar.
Jan 8th, 2019 by Urban MilwaukeeNew History Is Being Made
But will our current leaders live up to the example of our founders?
Jan 8th, 2019 by George MitchellThe Eternal Campaign of Scott Walker
He’s earned $2.3 million from government, and is already running for office again.
Jan 8th, 2019 by Bruce MurphyWelcome to Milwaukee, Mr. Walker
Governor who warned voters about evils of this city will now live here.
Jan 7th, 2019 by James RowenEvers Calls for Bipartisan Solutions
Inaugural speech declares state “paralyzed by polarity” and leaders must put “people first.”
Jan 7th, 2019 by Steven WaltersFederal Shutdown Impacts State Businesses
Wisconsin businesses booked more than $4.3 billion in government contracts in 2018.
Jan 7th, 2019 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioState Members of Congress Differ on Shutdown
Republicans support Trumps’s call for a wall, Democrats push to end shutdown, fund government agencies.
Jan 6th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioTariffs Affecting Great Lakes Ports
Port Milwaukee’s traffic was down in 2018, but other ports in state see an increase.
Jan 5th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioCounty Officials Review Revenue Options
Abele and Lipscomb's Fair Deal group considers ways to relieve dire financial situation.
Jan 5th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer19 States Just Raised the Minimum Wage
But not Wisconsin where minimum is $7.25, versus $10 to $12 in many states.
Jan 4th, 2019 by Tamarine Cornelius10 Reasons To Obtain Trump’s Tax Returns
The House of Representatives can request them and should, for very compelling reasons.
Jan 4th, 2019 by Americans for Tax Fairness