Politics
Democratic Bill Allows Felons to Vote
They "pay taxes, pay rent, own homes” and should be able to vote, Sen. Taylor argues.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioWill Wisconsin Decide the 2020 Election?
All signs suggest this state could determine whether Trump wins reelection.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Bruce MurphyDo Stock Buybacks Depress Worker Pay?
Money spent on buybacks could be used to hike worker pay.
Jul 24th, 2019 by Bruce ThompsonClean Drinking Water Effort Falls Short
$40 million state funding to replace lead laterals cut from budget by Republicans.
Jul 24th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerGOP Got 5 Times More Corporate Cash
State Republicans get $321,910 in corporate donations, Democrats $64,875 in first half of 2019.
Jul 24th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignWhy Is Water Task Force Ignoring City?
State Water Quality Task Force will hold 11 public hearings, none in Milwaukee.
Jul 24th, 2019 by Brenda Coley and Kirsten SheadGOP Legislators Delay Funds for Homeless, Farmers
Evers, Democrats push for state spending approved in budget, Republicans want review by Senate.
Jul 24th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioNo Streetcar Expansion in Time for DNC
Proposal held again. Marcoux, Hamilton fight over future of streetcar.
Jul 23rd, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneThe New Paul Ryan
That’s how admirers view Rep. Mike Gallagher. Can Democrat Amanda Stuck beat him?
Jul 23rd, 2019 by Bruce MurphyNew DNR Head Has Agenda of Change
Climate change, lead laterals and CAFO-polluted private wells are top concerns.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Steven WaltersEnough of Divide-and-Conquer Politics
Once again Vos and Fitzgerald try to scapegoat Milwaukee.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by State Sen. Jeff SmithLegislators Want to Protect ACA Coverage
Laws needed to assure health coverage continues if courts overrule it, Democrats say.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner