The State of Politics
Evers Has a Very Busy Spring
Governor traveling state, pushing big agenda. A sign he will run for reelection?
May 19th, 2025 by Steven WaltersMeet the Legislature’s Fiscal Big Shots
16 members of Finance, mostly Republicans, decide what's in the state budget.
May 12th, 2025 by Steven WaltersRepublicans Face Big Questions at State Convention
Big loss in spring election, party divisions, and who will run for governor?
May 5th, 2025 by Steven WaltersThe New Ways of Capitol Lawmaking
Passing constitutional amendments and seeking muscular high court rulings.
Apr 28th, 2025 by Steven WaltersLegislature Could Pass Several Budgets
Uncertainty over federal funds could make usual all-inclusive budget impossible.
Apr 21st, 2025 by Steven WaltersWhy Is Constitutional Amendment On the Ballot?
Photo ID is already the law. Why is constitutional amendment needed?
Mar 31st, 2025 by Steven WaltersState Superintendent Race Has Big Stakes
Incumbent Jill Underly faces tough challenge by Brittany Kinser.
Mar 24th, 2025 by Steven WaltersA Deja Vu Election for State Supreme Court
Looks like repeat of 2023 Protasiewicz v. Kelly race. But with key differences.
Mar 17th, 2025 by Steven WaltersEvers Wants More Taxes for Roads
Republicans may oppose plan which includes $120 hike in vehicle license fee.
Mar 10th, 2025 by Steven WaltersEvers Proposes 12 Tax Cuts or Hikes
His budget would greatly change state taxes. Republicans aren't buying it.
Mar 3rd, 2025 by Steven WaltersPrison Reforms Impact Many Legislators
One-third of all districts affected. Evers 'take it or leave it' plan likely to get lots of discussion and review.
Feb 24th, 2025 by Steven WaltersFederal Funds Uncertainty Threatens State Budget
$28 billion of projected two-year budget is supposed to come from federal funds.
Feb 17th, 2025 by Steven Walters