Politics

Mike McCabe Runs a ‘People Powered’ Campaign

Mike McCabe Runs a ‘People Powered’ Campaign

Activist's independent streak has inspired and frustrated in Democratic gubernatorial primary.

The Art Of Gerrymandering Milwaukee

The Art Of Gerrymandering Milwaukee

Mapping the outlines of representation in Wisconsin's legislative districts.

Campaign Cash: Spending Tops $1.2 Million on Two Special Elections
Campaign Cash

Spending Tops $1.2 Million on Two Special Elections

In the 1st Senate District race alone seven special interest groups spent a total of $700,000.

Andy Gronik’s Path From Business To Politics

Andy Gronik’s Path From Business To Politics

Career in asset-based lending led him to where he is today, a Democratic candidate for governor.

City Hall: Meet the Candidates for 5th Aldermanic Seat
City Hall

Meet the Candidates for 5th Aldermanic Seat

Meet the six candidates vying for the northwest side seat held for 18 years by Jim Bohl.

Campaign Cash: High Court Approves New Factory Farm
Campaign Cash

High Court Approves New Factory Farm

Factory farm had backing from large GOP contributors.

Longtime Democrat Matt Flynn Reintroducing Himself to Voters

Longtime Democrat Matt Flynn Reintroducing Himself to Voters

After four unsuccessful runs for office, will this be Flynn's year?

Data Wonk: The Republican Love of Big Government
Data Wonk

The Republican Love of Big Government

Are Republican states the most socialistic?

Can Tony Evers’ Laid Back Approach Win?

Can Tony Evers’ Laid Back Approach Win?

Some question his ability to be tough in campaign against Gov. Walker.

City Hall: Council Moves to Confirm New Port Director
City Hall

Council Moves to Confirm New Port Director

Adam Schlicht has dreams of growing the port through international marketing.

Walker Runs Race on His Own Terms

Walker Runs Race on His Own Terms

Have Democrats figured out what it takes to beat Walker?

Campaign Cash: Special Election Spending Builds
Campaign Cash

Special Election Spending Builds

In one race, Democratic groups are outspending a Republican group at almost 2-to-1.