The State of Politics
Federal 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
Tommy Thompson Loves Trump
'He may be unorthodox, but I'm all for him.'
Feb 10th, 2025 by Steven Walters
It’s Groundhog Day in State Capitol
New budget surplus estimate triggers GOP tax cut pledge. Again.
Feb 3rd, 2025 by Steven Walters
Evers Faces Washington, April Elections Headwinds
Will governor run for reelection? Are political winds behind or against Democrats?
Jan 27th, 2025 by Steven Walters
550 Lobbyists Busy in State Capitol
Ultimately some 750 lobbyists costing $40 million may battle for state budget decisions.
Jan 20th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Republicans Ignore Evers Plea for Citizens Lawmaking
24 states allow citizen initiatives to create and pass constitutional amendments and laws.
Jan 13th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Top 10 News Stories of 2024
Oh what a year it was. Here are the top 10 news stories, plus honorable mentions.
Dec 30th, 2024 by Steven Walters
A Christmas Gift List For State Officials
What would Tony Evers, Robin Vos, Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson like to get?
Dec 23rd, 2024 by Steven Walters
Tax Bills Trigger School Funding Debate
Property taxes rising for schools. Evers, Democrats call for more state aid.
Dec 16th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Act 10 Still Divides the Capitol
Leaders who passed it all gone, state Supreme Court mostly different, as battle renewed.
Dec 9th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Will Legislature Change Election Laws?
Republicans may back earlier recount of absentee ballots -- along with other changes.
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Steven Walters
GOP Losses Will Test Vos, LeMahieu
Smaller majorities in each house will change state Capitol, make it tougher to pass Republican bills.
Nov 25th, 2024 by Steven Walters
