The State of Politics
How Madison Screwed Up Election Ballots
It involved only 193 ballots but 'undermines public confidence in elections.'
Jul 21st, 2025 by Steven WaltersA Tale of Two Cities
Radically different budget bills passed in Madison and Washington.
Jul 14th, 2025 by Steven WaltersNew Legislative Districts Led to Bipartisan Budget
For first time in 14 years, Republican leaders needed Democratic votes.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Steven WaltersThe Rise of Jill Karofsky
From circuit court judge to Supreme Court chief justice in just five years.
Jun 30th, 2025 by Steven WaltersSupreme Court Justices Call for More Security
GOP legislators reject $2.2 million proposal. But that was before Minnesota killings.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Steven WaltersEvers, Republicans Close on Budget’s Tax Cut Plan
But far apart on K-12 schools, UW system and child care funding.
Jun 16th, 2025 by Steven WaltersNew Legislators Sponsor ‘Wish List’ Bills
You'd be surprised by the range of ideas and proposals by Capitol newcomers.
Jun 9th, 2025 by Steven WaltersWisconsin Has Record Number of Female Legislators
44 of 132 legislators are now women.
Jun 2nd, 2025 by Steven WaltersState Democrats Look to Replace Ben Wikler
It won't be easy. Wikler has been a legend as Wisconsin Democratic chair.
May 27th, 2025 by Steven WaltersEvers 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 Walters