Politics
The Judge That Robin Vos Hates
Who is Judge Josann Reynolds, the Walker appointee who ruled he must hold special elections?
Mar 27th, 2018 by Gretchen SchuldtGOP’s Favorite Sand Mining Company
Assembly Republicans have twice passed a bill exempting a Georgia company from state law.
Mar 27th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignWhy Legislators Matter
And why Walker and Republicans should allow special elections for districts lacking them.
Mar 26th, 2018 by Gregory Humphrey13 Issues for Walker, Legislators
Who won, who lost on 13 key issues in 2017-2018 legislative session?
Mar 26th, 2018 by Steven WaltersBill 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 Service