Politics
Business Lobby Delays “Dark Stores” Bill?
Bill overturns ruling that assesses big-box stores as though they are empty.
Aug 23rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignRon Johnson’s Hypocrisy on Federal Judgeship
Violates his pledge and adopts policy he once condemned to get conservative appointed judge.
Aug 22nd, 2017 by Margo KirchnerConservatives Should Favor Gas Tax Hike
And many do. But a minority of legislators are calling the shots.
Aug 22nd, 2017 by George MitchellSensenbrenner Asleep on Charlottesville?
Congressman’s explanations on this don’t seem to add up.
Aug 21st, 2017 by Julie HenszeyFoxconn Biggest Deal in State History
Review of past deals shows its 35 times more than biggest prior state payout.
Aug 21st, 2017 by Steven WaltersPaul Soglin Strikes a Pose
Oh-so virtuous Madison Mayor takes down Confederate Memorial.
Aug 21st, 2017 by George MitchellWalker Ignores Biking on State Committee
No biking, pedestrian representatives on autonomous vehicles committee.
Aug 21st, 2017 by Dave CieslewiczThe Many Broken Promises of Foxconn
Why give away billions to a company that can’t be trusted?
Aug 20th, 2017 by State Rep. David BowenGOP Bill Would End Mining Moratorium
Proposal would open door to copper, lead and zinc mines in the Northwoods.
Aug 18th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignFoxconn Could Take Till 2058 To Pay Off
Taxpayers could lose big, depending on number of jobs created, how long company in business.
Aug 18th, 2017 by Jon PeacockBarrett Must Overrule FPC Pursuit Order
Fire & Police Commission ignored century of precedent by demanding Flynn alter pursuit policy.
Aug 18th, 2017 by Matt FlynnMore Republican Dark Money to 527 Groups
GOP donors give $1.2 million, Democrats give $824,000 in first half of 2017.
Aug 17th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign