Politics
Bill Restricts Civil Lawsuits
Backed by many special interests; statute of limitations for suits reduced from six to three years.
Mar 26th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignHomeowners Getting Stuck With Tax Bill
"Dark store” loophole shifts corporate property taxes to homeowners, Republicans won't address problem.
Mar 25th, 2018 by State Sen. Jennifer ShillingWhy Did MMAC Do Foxconn Study?
Maybe to help Republican candidates facing voters who don’t think Foxconn will help economy.
Mar 24th, 2018 by James RowenKoch-Backed Bill Guts Local Control
Bars local governments from setting many labor and employment rules.
Mar 24th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignThe Unique Candidacy of Mike McCabe
And why his campaign for governor is attracting an army of volunteers.
Mar 23rd, 2018 by Geoff DavidianVukmir’s Prison Bill Dies in State Senate
Would have jailed 1,800 more people per year at annual cost of $57 million.
Mar 23rd, 2018 by Bruce MurphyLegislators Pass Law to Benefit Landlords
Overturns city regulations on landlords, reduces tenant rights.
Mar 23rd, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignNew Federal Program Could Help City
Opportunity Zones law allows tax incentives for distressed areas.
Mar 23rd, 2018 by Elliot Hughes, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceMarquette vs. John McAdams
Fired conservative professor only had to apologize. Instead he’s going to court.
Mar 22nd, 2018 by RT BothWhere Are Wage Gains Ryan Promised?
Companies aren’t delivering -- and never promised -- the salary hikes Republicans touted.
Mar 22nd, 2018 by Bruce MurphyGov. Walker’s Common Sense Welfare Reforms
Critics are wrong, it’s all about workforce readiness.
Mar 22nd, 2018 by Wisconsin Medicaid Director Heather SmithCorporate Campaign Donations Topped $1 Million
All spent in 2017, with 7-to-1 edge for Republicans, who legalized corporate giving in 2015.
Mar 22nd, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign