Politics
Racine County Prisons Over Capacity
But Oregon prison is even more crowded
Feb 2nd, 2018 by Gretchen SchuldtFoxconn Not Helping Walker?
New poll suggests he’s in trouble, no positive bump from Foxconn deal.
Feb 2nd, 2018 by George MitchellWalker Signs Law Favoring Utilities
Less power for consumers in rate disputes. Utility industry gave $2.1 million to state politicians.
Feb 2nd, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignHire Local Unemployed at Foxconn
State should enforce hiring agreements, provide transportation for area workers.
Feb 2nd, 2018 by Michael RosenWalker Speech More About Politics Than Policy
State-of-the-state speech was politically crafty, but ignored some major issues.
Feb 2nd, 2018 by John TorinusGOP Legislators Push Harsher Bail Rules
State constitutional amendment opposed by defense lawyers, supported by City of Milwaukee.
Feb 1st, 2018 by Gretchen SchuldtNational Group Has Huge Clout in Wisconsin
Virginia-based Republican State Leadership Committee spent $2.9 million to elect conservatives here.
Feb 1st, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignHow Trump Has Unified America
The state of our union is strong because he’s unified so many Americans against him.
Feb 1st, 2018 by U.S. Rep. Gwen MooreFlynn Blasts Police Chief Search
Two-fold process could hurt department, he says. Other cities don’t do this, experts say.
Feb 1st, 2018 by Bruce MurphyBill Would Shine Light on ALEC
Right-wing group would have to register as lobbyist, disclose its payments to legislators.
Jan 31st, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign$1.6 Billion of Foxconn Payout Won’t Create Jobs
And another $1.4 billion somewhat related to job creation.
Jan 31st, 2018 by Tamarine CorneliusWalker’s Hands Dirty on Political Purge
Why didn't he oppose axing Elections, Ethics heads? Because he wanted revenge.
Jan 30th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy