Politics

Op Ed: Vos Kisses Trump’s Ring
Op Ed

Vos Kisses Trump’s Ring

Humbling himself to placate right-wing zealots calling for Assembly Speaker's head.

The State of Politics: Clock Ticking on Ron Johnson’s Decision
The State of Politics

Clock Ticking on Ron Johnson’s Decision

Increase in his 'unfavorable' rating looms over decision whether to run for reelection.

Back in the News: Johnson Opposes Ventilators, Pushes Horse Medicine
Back in the News

Johnson Opposes Ventilators, Pushes Horse Medicine

FDA warns against using ivermectin: "You are not a horse."

Republicans Resist State Help for Afghan Refugees

Republicans Resist State Help for Afghan Refugees

Testin raises concerns over resettling refugees at Fort McCoy, Tiffany opposes plan.

Child Tax Credits Cut Food Insecurity By 24%

Child Tax Credits Cut Food Insecurity By 24%

Payments could lift 45,000 Wisconsin kids out of poverty if made permanent.

Wiretapping Bill Raises Concerns

Wiretapping Bill Raises Concerns

Some legislators, privacy advocates concerned about use of pen register and trap/trace devices.

Op Ed: Let Students Help Change Schools
Op Ed

Let Students Help Change Schools

MPS, other systems should realize: it’s time for young people to lead the way.

GOP Legislators Want to Hire More Private Attorneys

GOP Legislators Want to Hire More Private Attorneys

Fighting to retain Walker appointee as Natural Resources Board chair after his term expired.

School Boards Across State Face Arguments, ‘Bullying’

School Boards Across State Face Arguments, ‘Bullying’

Three Oconomowoc board members resign, citing a “toxic” environment.

Kaul, Crowley Call For Medicaid Expansion

Kaul, Crowley Call For Medicaid Expansion

Public officials and advocates partner to support proposals to lower healthcare costs.

Murphy’s Law: Police Were Defunded Before George Floyd
Murphy’s Law

Police Were Defunded Before George Floyd

253 municipalities in state cut police funding in 2019 for budget reasons, report finds.

Data Wonk: Most Republican Voters Want The Vaccine
Data Wonk

Most Republican Voters Want The Vaccine

Only a hard-core minority oppose it. So why are GOP politicians encouraging this, and risking our health?