The State of Politics
The Legacy of Morris Andrews
He built state teachers union into the foremost Capitol power — only to see its dramatic decline.
Oct 21st, 2019 by Steven Walters
A World Without Scott Fitzgerald
Capitol insiders wonder who will be senate majority leader if Fitzgerald wins race for Congress.
Oct 14th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Mortgage Crisis Hit African Americans and Hispanics Hardest
Drop in homeownership among African-Americans and Hispanics underlines an affordable housing crisis since the Great Recession.
Oct 7th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Legislature May Debate Few Fall-Session Issues
Short fall legislative session doesn't leave a lot of room for action on major issues.
Sep 30th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Congressional Primaries Can Be Unpredictable
Sensenbrenner seat could draw a wide field.
Sep 23rd, 2019 by Steven Walters
State School Spending Hits Record $6 Billion
Both parties take credit for K-12 schools funding hike. But can it be sustained?
Aug 26th, 2019 by Steven Walters
State’s Paper Industry Still Leads Nation
With 1,531 workers in Milwaukee County. But it faces challenges, may need state help.
Aug 19th, 2019 by Steven Walters
6 Questions for Legislators on Guns
How many state residents have guns? How many favor background checks, other laws?
Aug 12th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Evers Respects His Agency Leaders
Walker at times ignored cabinet, made decisions for his political career.
Aug 5th, 2019 by Steven Walters
How Ryan “Sold His Soul” to Trump
New book details the tough choices Paul Ryan had to make as House Speaker.
Jul 29th, 2019 by Steven Walters
New DNR Head Has Agenda of Change
Climate change, lead laterals and CAFO-polluted private wells are top concerns.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Steven Walters
State Program Looks to Hire Veterans
“Hiring Our Heroes” fights state’s worker shortage by recruiting ex-military staff.
Jul 15th, 2019 by Steven Walters
