The State of Politics

The State of Politics: Evers Builds Image for Giving Pardons
The State of Politics

Evers Builds Image for Giving Pardons

Giving more per year than any recent predecessors. But far behind 'Julius the Just.'

The State of Politics: 6 Ways to Measure State of Workers
The State of Politics

6 Ways to Measure State of Workers

The data shows some surprising improvements in Wisconsin employment picture.

The State of Politics: Barrett, Kind Had 59 Years Experience
The State of Politics

Barrett, Kind Had 59 Years Experience

Exit of mayor and congressman makes room for new generation of leaders.

The State of Politics: Clock Ticking on Ron Johnson’s Decision
The State of Politics

Clock Ticking on Ron Johnson’s Decision

Increase in his 'unfavorable' rating looms over decision whether to run for reelection.

The State Of Politics: State Activist Seeks to Reform Congress
The State Of Politics

State Activist Seeks to Reform Congress

Non-partisan primary and ranked choice voting pushed nationally, adopted in Alaska, goal is a less partisan Congress.

The State of Politics: Thompson Resists GOP Oversight of UW-System COVID-19 Plans
The State of Politics

Thompson Resists GOP Oversight of UW-System COVID-19 Plans

Republican lawmakers passed legislation seizing final authority over UW-System COVID-19 plans.

The State of Politics: Political Storm Brewing Over Redistricting
The State of Politics

Political Storm Brewing Over Redistricting

A life-or-death issue for politicians, and a call for IT geeks.

The State of Politics: The Race Is On For Lt. Governor
The State of Politics

The Race Is On For Lt. Governor

The last time there was no incumbent, back in 2010, nine candidates ran for the position.

The State of Politics: Tax Cut Divides Democrats
The State of Politics

Tax Cut Divides Democrats

Evers and some Democratic legislators supported it. GOP hopes to gain new seats from swing-district opponents.

The State of Politics: Evers Bets More Gaming Means Jobs
The State of Politics

Evers Bets More Gaming Means Jobs

Illinois, Iowa and Michigan now allow online sports betting. Wisconsin may join them.

The State of Politics: Legislature Is the Most Diverse in History
The State of Politics

Legislature Is the Most Diverse in History

Many first served as local officials, many ran small businesses, some started as Capitol staffers.

The State of Politics: Tax Cut Has Democrats Playing Defense
The State of Politics

Tax Cut Has Democrats Playing Defense

Republican proposed tax cut is huge, historic. But benefits skew toward the wealthy.