Politics
Walker Says Campaign Cash Corrupts
At least if it comes from unions. As to other reforms in campaign finance, he's elusive.
Dec 31st, 2013 by Bill LuedersIs Walker Serious About Ending Income Tax?
It brings in $7.5 billion per year. How would he replace it?
Dec 30th, 2013 by Steven WaltersMoney Flow to Politicians Never Stops
The past year has seen union coffers decline, while other donors keep the cash coming.
Dec 26th, 2013 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismChristmas Gifts for Your Favorite Politician
Here are some last-minute gift ideas for a few Wisconsin pols.
Dec 23rd, 2013 by Steven WaltersRep. Petri’s Daughter is Washington Post Columnist
Alexandra Petri's brilliant column ridicules the concept of "affluenza" but she may inherit the malady from her dad.
Dec 19th, 2013 by Michael HorneCampaign Season Kicks Off
Politicos flock to Jon Richards fundraiser, and judicial candidate Janet C. Protasiewicz's event.
Dec 18th, 2013 by Michael HorneWill Walker Veto Bill on Schools Using Indian Names?
He offers sympathy to both sides while reiterating his goal for job growth.
Dec 18th, 2013 by Bill LuedersTalk is Cheap on John Doe Probe
Are conservatives trying to smear the investigators probing Walker's reelection campaign and third party groups?
Dec 10th, 2013 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismMeasure Limits Recalls But Allows Unlimited Fundraising
Republican proposal would provide great protection to incumbent politicians.
Dec 9th, 2013 by Steven WaltersWalker Shifts and Grabs Federal Funds for Disabled
$4.2 million in new state funds for disabled job seekers will leverage $15.5 million more from federal government.
Dec 9th, 2013 by Tegan Wendland, Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismThe Other Mandela
The fundraiser for Rep. Mandela Barnes, just two days before his namesake Nelson Mandela died, had a big turnout.
Dec 8th, 2013 by Michael HorneThe Governor as Grinch
Walker's crass campaign pitch, a weird art thief and the Santa Rampage.
Dec 4th, 2013 by Michael Horne