The State of Politics
Analysis 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 Walters
Will 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 Walters
Capitol Campaign Spending Records Keep Falling
'The voices of average citizens are being drowned out.'
Mar 6th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Is Evers Tax Break Plan A Shell Game?
So claim the Republicans, saying his plan hikes taxes almost as much as it cuts them.
Feb 27th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Evers’ Brewers Aid Plan Spooks Republicans
Legislator in Vos's district lost office for supporting such aid. A tough Issue for GOP.
Feb 20th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Why State Voting Audit Was Remarkable
Largest hand recount in state history finds not one voting machine error, wins bipartisan praise.
Feb 13th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Battle Lines Clear in Capitol Budget Battle
What to watch for as Gov. Evers and Republican legislators begin battle over your money.
Jan 30th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Parties Argue Over April Ballot Questions
Evers calls referendum on welfare 'ridiculous.' but huge majority of legislators disagree.
Jan 23rd, 2023 by Steven Walters
Why Republicans Push ‘Flat’ Income Tax
Could mean big increases for lower and middle income taxpayers.
Jan 16th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Evers, Vos Seek Legacy-Defining Wins
Both are signaling they want to work together. Both want to make history, leave a legacy.
Jan 9th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Top 10 State Political Stories of 2022
Evers and Johnson victories and suddenly changed battle over abortion lead the list.
Jan 2nd, 2023 by Steven Walters
High Court Race Divides Republicans
And Democrats. But the obvious friction is between conservatives Dan Kelly and Jennifer Dorow.
Dec 26th, 2022 by Steven Walters
