Politics
After 22 Years Sen. Miller Stepping Down
Monona Democrat muses on a changing Capitol. “Compromise is viewed as a traitorous act.”
Jan 22nd, 2020 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin Examiner
Hot Debate, Limited Action by Senate
Limited bills on homeless, clean water passed, nothing on dark stores tax loophole.
Jan 22nd, 2020 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Democrats Denounce Citizens United
On 10th anniversary of decision, legislators call for statewide advisory referendum to amend constitution.
Jan 22nd, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Black Organizing Group Tripling in Size
BLOC looks to increase turnout, political power of city’s African American voters.
Jan 22nd, 2020 by Sam Woods, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Assembly Passes PFAS, Nurse Assault Bills
Will go to governor for signature. Five other bills passed need Senate approval.
Jan 22nd, 2020 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
County Exec Race Upended
State Election Commission disqualifies Kennedy and Sullivan. Abele's $6,000 donation wasted?
Jan 21st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Council Inches Toward Universal Basic Income
Proposal will create a framework, needs philanthropic support.
Jan 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
40th Annual Tribute to Martin Luther King Jr.
Capitol dome echoed with music, tributes at oldest state celebration in America.
Jan 21st, 2020 by Miranda Suarez, Wisconsin Public Radio
Did Chief Morales Target His FPC Boss?
Common Council concerned. “Borderline frightening” use of police power, Bauman charges.
Jan 21st, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Trump’s Decision to Kill
The President seems to have gotten away with murder, just like he said he would.
Jan 21st, 2020 by Bill Christofferson, Wisconsin Examiner
Top Donors In Supreme Court Race
Topping the list: Diane Hendricks and Richard Uihlein for Kelly, Lynde Uihlein for Karofsky.
Jan 20th, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Bill Addresses “Race Out of Place” Police Stops
Rep. Stubbs suffered such racial profiling when campaigning in mostly white neighborhood.
Jan 20th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
