The State of Politics
Counties Struggle With Opioid Costs
Ashland County asks voters for property tax hike to handle costs; referendum defeated.
Aug 20th, 2018 by Steven WaltersRemembering Mike Ellis
He dealt in deals, barbs, facts and fiction.
Aug 6th, 2018 by Steven WaltersACLU Increases Its Impact
More political activism and big boost in membership gives liberal group more clout.
Jul 30th, 2018 by Steven WaltersState Treasurer Race Heating Up
Suddenly voters care. Unusual interest and cash in the campaign.
Jul 23rd, 2018 by Steven WaltersState Democrats Split on Abolishing ICE
Pocan’s proposal not backed by Baldwin, most Democratic candidates for Congress
Jul 16th, 2018 by Steven WaltersSchool Safety Grants Stir Controversy
Critics charge Attorney General Schimel has mishandled grants from $100 million fund.
Jul 9th, 2018 by Steven WaltersFoxconn Deal Has Divided the State
Even Republicans disagree about the deal.
Jul 2nd, 2018 by Steven WaltersDemocrats Rejected Redistricting Reform
Legislative leaders rejected reforms proposed in 2009-2010 session.
Jun 25th, 2018 by Steven WaltersFall Election Could Be Fascinating
More contested seats, tough campaign tactics could make for tighter, intense races.
Jun 18th, 2018 by Steven WaltersWisconsin Tribes Consider Sports Betting
Wisconsin's Constitution doesn't allow sports betting, but that could change.
Jun 11th, 2018 by Steven WaltersAbrahamson’s Career from Dominator to Dissenter
Justice Shirley Abrahamson who joined the high court in 1976 and led the court for years, won't be running for another term.
Jun 4th, 2018 by Steven WaltersSix Questions for Democratic Convention
Can the party revive in Wisconsin? That depends on these six questions.
May 28th, 2018 by Steven Walters