Politics
The New Conservative Heavyweight
Wisconsin Institute of Law & Liberty is on the rise, pushing a right-wing agenda.
Jun 6th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Should Sheriff Provide Security on Buses?
It would cost more and issue divides bus drivers and riders. No action taken on idea.
Jun 6th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Legislature Passes “Born Alive” Abortion Bill
Evers has vowed to veto bill, along with three other abortion measures.
Jun 6th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Republican Attack On “Socialism”
Ron Johnson and Trump lead the way. But beyond that word, things get murky.
Jun 5th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Repeal Criminal Abortion Law, Democrats Demand
Old law makes it a felony for doctors to perform abortions, could apply if Roe decision overruled.
Jun 5th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
GOP Approves $558 Million Health Care Hike
But Republican budget rejects Medicaid expansion that would save the state $320 million, Evers notes.
Jun 5th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bill Prevents Scrutiny of Lottery Winners
Shielding those records could open the door to cheating, conspiring to win millions.
Jun 4th, 2019 by Dee J. Hall
Trump Tariffs Killing Wisconsin
In just three years state changed from net exporter to suffering a massive trade deficit.
Jun 4th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin Conservation Voters Spends Big
Since 2010, group spent $3.2 million on elections, mostly for Democrats, and $1.2 million on lobbying.
Jun 4th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Evers Seeks Ways to Expand Health Coverage
Governor wants to get more people insurance coverage beyond Medicaid expansion Republicans oppose.
Jun 4th, 2019 by Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public Radio
Democrats Celebrate at State Convention
Evers, Baldwin speak on how to win: don’t “get down into the mud with Republicans.”
Jun 3rd, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
County Looks to Add Electric Buses
County applies for federal grant for electric buses, though head of MCDOT not a fan.
Jun 3rd, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
