Politics

Brookfield Alderman’s Blast at Affordable Housing Ignites Controversy

Brookfield Alderman’s Blast at Affordable Housing Ignites Controversy

A call for censure after he says such people could make city 'become West Allis.'

Murphy’s Law: The Radical Views of Kelly and Dorow
Murphy’s Law

The Radical Views of Kelly and Dorow

Both candidates for state Supreme Court got legal training from mediocre Bible-oriented school.

Democrats Offer Abortion Referendum. Again

Democrats Offer Abortion Referendum. Again

Asks voters if 1849 ban should be repealed. But referendum must wait for April 2024.

More Than 1,000 at State Capitol Abortion Rally

More Than 1,000 at State Capitol Abortion Rally

March on 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade draws attention to state Supreme Court race.

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.

Campaign Cash: Protasiewicz Outraises Opponents in State Supreme Court Race
Campaign Cash

Protasiewicz Outraises Opponents in State Supreme Court Race

A 3-1 advantage over her nearest opponent in total campaign donations.

Legislature Approves Referendums on Cash Bail, Public Assistance

Legislature Approves Referendums on Cash Bail, Public Assistance

Cash bail is binding constitutional amendment, while public assistance vote is only advisory.

Democrats Call For Spindell To Resign After Milwaukee Voting Comments

Democrats Call For Spindell To Resign After Milwaukee Voting Comments

Republican-appointed elections commissioner said GOP should be proud of suppressing vote.

MKE County: Supervisor Says Republicans Planning Incentives for Consolidated City, County Government
MKE County

Supervisor Says Republicans Planning Incentives for Consolidated City, County Government

Conervative Deanna Alexander described a specific plan that would "reward the entities for consolidating."

Data Wonk: Would Ranked-Choice Voting Reduce Partisanship?
Data Wonk

Would Ranked-Choice Voting Reduce Partisanship?

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

City, GMC Kick Off Study of City Operations

City, GMC Kick Off Study of City Operations

Study will have price tag in the hundreds of thousands, but who is the mystery firm doing it?

Republicans Advance Cash Bail and Welfare Referendum Questions

Republicans Advance Cash Bail and Welfare Referendum Questions

Both likely to be on April ballot, could influence turnout for state Supreme Court election.