The State of Politics

• Does Wisconsin Need an Alcohol Czar?

  Oct 15th, 2018 by Steven Walters

  State struggles with host of issues involved in regulating the alcohol industry.

• How Thompson Grew State Prisons

  Oct 8th, 2018 by Steven Walters

  Number of prisoners rose from 4,867 to 20,536 under Gov. Thompson. Now he wants reform.

• The Rise of Absentee Ballots

  Oct 1st, 2018 by Steven Walters

  Just 12% of all ballots in 2004, could hit 33% in 2020.

• Democratic Program Recruits Women Candidates

  Sep 24th, 2018 by Steven Walters

  Emerge program’s training give women the confidence to run for office.

• Kimberly-Clark Won’t Get Tax Break

  Sep 17th, 2018 by Steven Walters

  Company demands subsidy by September 30. Why that won’t happen.

• Clash Over Assessments, Property Tax Brewing

  Sep 10th, 2018 by Steven Walters

  “Dark store” loophole, levy limits and revenue options are looming issues at the Capitol.

• Catching Up on Summer’s Political News

  Sep 4th, 2018 by Steven Walters

  Summer’s over. Election looming. What do you need to know?

• 6 Senate Races Will Decide Party Control

  Aug 27th, 2018 by Steven Walters

  Stakes are high, including control over 2020 redistricting.

• Counties Struggle With Opioid Costs

  Aug 20th, 2018 by Steven Walters

  Ashland County asks voters for property tax hike to handle costs; referendum defeated.

• Remembering Mike Ellis

  Aug 6th, 2018 by Steven Walters

  He dealt in deals, barbs, facts and fiction.

• ACLU Increases Its Impact

  Jul 30th, 2018 by Steven Walters

  More political activism and big boost in membership gives liberal group more clout.

• State Treasurer Race Heating Up

  Jul 23rd, 2018 by Steven Walters

  Suddenly voters care. Unusual interest and cash in the campaign.