The State of Politics
How 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 WaltersEvers Vision Trashed by Republicans
It's governor's vision vs. 12 Republicans on Joint Finance Committee. Who's right?
May 8th, 2023 by Steven WaltersBudget Votes Will Renew ‘Scarcity’ Debate
Claims of a 'scarcity' even in flush times are why problems never get solved, charges poverty researcher Matt Desmond.
May 1st, 2023 by Steven WaltersCapitol Has New Generation of Leaders
44% of Legislature's 132 members changed in last four years.
Apr 24th, 2023 by Steven WaltersConservatives Push To Protect Walker-Era Reforms
Seeking constitutional amendments to enshrine Act 10, right-to-work, school choice laws.
Apr 17th, 2023 by Steven WaltersCollegiality a Casualty in Supreme Court Election?
Current court members were active in election, could intensify rancor between judges.
Apr 10th, 2023 by Steven WaltersHow Wisconsin Became Wild West of Campaign Spending
In just 20 years quiet nonpartisan Supreme Court races turned into something ugly.
Apr 3rd, 2023 by Steven WaltersInside the Dome Deals Are Common
La Follette's resignation, Godlewski appointment latest example of insider Capitol deals.
Mar 27th, 2023 by Steven WaltersAnalysis Details Evers’ Paid Leave Plan
$243 million state spending starts trust fund, payroll tax on employers and employees would sustain it.
Mar 20th, 2023 by Steven WaltersWill Mike Gallagher Challenge Baldwin?
U.S. Senator Baldwin seeks reelection in 2024. Republican Rep. Gallagher's star turn in Washington helps build his profile.
Mar 13th, 2023 by Steven WaltersCapitol Campaign Spending Records Keep Falling
'The voices of average citizens are being drowned out.'
Mar 6th, 2023 by Steven Walters