The State of Politics
Why the GOP Gridlock Over Budget?
Republicans can’t agree on what to do about transportation and the Bucks arena. Expect some secret deals.
Jun 22nd, 2015 by Steven Walters
Crunch Time for Bucks Arena Deal
Joint Finance Committee needs nine of 16 members to approve it. That could be tough.
Jun 15th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Is Feingold the Hillary of Wisconsin Democrats?
For better or worse, the similarities between the two are many.
Jun 8th, 2015 by Steven Walters
GOP Legislators Redo Much of Walker’s Budget
It’s rare for so much of a governor’s budget to be changed.
Jun 1st, 2015 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin’s Republican Kingmakers
They are playing key roles in nominating process, and are out to avoid mistakes of 2012 -- and help Walker.
May 26th, 2015 by Steven Walters
No Christmas In May For Republicans
Tax collections haven’t risen so GOP lawmakers may have to swallow Walker budget cuts they opposed.
May 11th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Republicans Target Utility Fighter CUB
Proposal would kill funding for Citizen’s Utility Board, which advocates for consumers.
May 4th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Bucks Arena Tough Sell for Outstate Legislators
Poll shows state residents outside metro Milwaukee and Madison oppose subsidy by 86% to 10%.
Apr 27th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Legislators Hope Tax Windfall Rescues Them
If state tax collections don’t go up -- soon -- lawmakers must swallow Walker’s unappetizing budget cuts.
Apr 20th, 2015 by Steven Walters
The Capitol’s Biggest Soap Opera?
An obscure state agency that could loan money to Bucks arena is beset by squabbling.
Apr 13th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Will Voters End Era of “Shirley’s Court”?
Shirley Abrahamson has been chief justice for 19 years, but controversial referendum question could end her reign.
Apr 6th, 2015 by Steven Walters
E-Cigarettes Lights Up Capitol Fight
Should they be taxed like cigarettes, banned from restaurants/bars or protected from local regulations?
Mar 30th, 2015 by Steven Walters
