The State of Politics
1.4 Million Wisconsin Residents Need To Reapply For Medicaid, Will They?
As of June, more than one-third had not initiated the renewal process. Real test comes at end of summer.
Jul 31st, 2023 by Steven WaltersTrump a Tough Issue for State GOP
State Republican chairman pushing Trump loyalists to support whoever wins the nomination.
Jul 24th, 2023 by Steven WaltersAbortion Rights Backers Get Two Wins
'There is no such thing as an 1849 abortion ban in Wisconsin.'
Jul 17th, 2023 by Steven WaltersRepublicans Two Seats From Veto-Proof Majorities
Just 2,498 votes assured that GOP legislators can't override Gov. Evers' vetoes.
Jul 10th, 2023 by Steven WaltersTax Cuts Divide Evers, Republicans
GOP legislators want billions more in cuts, with nearly half of it going to wealthy taxpayers.
Jul 3rd, 2023 by Steven WaltersThe Winners In Shared Revenue, K-12 Funding Deal
Everyone could claim victory. But who won -- and lost -- the most?
Jun 26th, 2023 by Steven WaltersWill GOP Dump State Elections Leader?
Fate of Meagan Wolfe a high stakes decision for state voters, Republican image.
Jun 19th, 2023 by Steven WaltersDemocrats Rehire Wikler for 2024 Races
State party chair Ben Wikler has led Democrats to victories and has a growing national profile.
Jun 12th, 2023 by Steven WaltersMissing Ventilators Restart Fight Over Federal Funds Oversight
Auditors found some COVID-19 supplies missing, triggering debate about who should control aid dollars.
Jun 5th, 2023 by Steven WaltersEvers, Republicans Find Common Ground
Better relations between governor and Legislature helps create three major proposals.
May 30th, 2023 by Steven WaltersHow Will AI Affect Next Election?
Artificial Intelligence could have a huge impact, ramping up disinformation in swing states like Wisconsin.
May 22nd, 2023 by Steven WaltersRepublicans Stall Elections Reforms
Reforms backed by bipartisan Elections Commission, including elections inspector general, stripped from budget bill.
May 15th, 2023 by Steven Walters