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The Assault on Wisconsin’s Campaign Laws
Given higher court’s slap-down of Judge Randa’s decisions overthrowing Wisconsin laws, just where does the law now stand?
Oct 28th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Billionaire Sheldon Adelson Gives $650,000 to State GOP
Most of last minute campaign donation may go to Gov. Walker, who made trip to Las Vegas to woo the casino magnate.
Oct 27th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Republicans Want to Purge GAB Director
Government Accountability Director Kevin Kennedy must go, says Robin Vos. Why?
Oct 20th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Largest National Health Insurer Got Over $12 Million from Walker BadgerCare Decision
Wellpoint Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin got over $12 million from BadgerCare decision.
Oct 17th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
State Records Show Insurance Industry Lobbied on BadgerCare
Lobbying records from (GAB) call into question Governor Walker’s blanket denial that the insurance industry lobbied his administration to reject federal funds for BadgerCare.
Oct 16th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
What Will “No Recall” Voters Do on Nov. 4?
They didn’t believe a governor should be recalled in mid-term. But will they vote to reelect Walker?
Sep 29th, 2014 by Steven Walters
5.5 Million Plus Reasons Why Scott Walker’s Ethics Reform Plan Was a Lie
Ethics Plan Promised 'Scott Walker Will Not Accept Any Campaign Contributions (From Any Source) From the Time He Takes Office... Until the State Budget Is Signed Into Law'
Sep 26th, 2014 by One Wisconsin Now
Unopposed Legislators Still Love Campaign Cash
Retiring and unopposed legislators are sitting on $1.2 million in donations.
Sep 2nd, 2014 by Steven Walters
Where Does All That Campaign Cash Go?
Scott Walker, Mary Burke campaign cash buying more than just ads.
Aug 13th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Handicapping the Democratic Race for Attorney General
Jon Richards is the favorite. But is he the best choice?
Aug 7th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
As Out-of-District PAC Money Floods Into Race, Brostoff Proud of Strong Grassroots Campaign
Brostoff emphasizes local support and calls on other candidates to keep race positive
Aug 6th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
The Biggest Lobbyists in the State
Anti-tax group, Wisconsin Property Taxes Inc. led the way this year, followed by WMC and big hospitals group.
Aug 6th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
If a Progressive will not fight for what is right, how can that Progressive claim to fight for the people?
A lie is an intentionally false statement.
Jul 28th, 2014 by Joseph Thomas Klein
Most of Walker’s Support from Outside Wisconsin
Just 46% of his campaign donations from Wisconsin residents versus 73% for Burke.
Jul 24th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
How Republicans Cause Voter Fraud
False claims of rampant voter fraud by GOP and talk radio prompt their followers to vote illegally.
Jul 1st, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Momentum Builds for Brostoff as Campaign Demonstrates Strong Fundraising Performance
End of finance reporting period shows wide community support for Brostoff
Jul 1st, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Supreme Court May Disappoint Conservatives
Their past decisions may force them to rule against those appealing the John Doe investigation.
Jun 30th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
The Democratic Disadvantage
Republicans can continue to control the legislature with 46% of the statewide vote. How can Democrats overcome this edge?
Jun 18th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Two Parties Have Wildly Different Platforms
Annual conventions show Democrats and Republicans now have dramatically different philosophies.
Jun 18th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Few Competitive Legislative Races
Redistricting has reduced the number of competitive districts for fall elections.
Jun 9th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Dan Adams Vows to Take on the Status Quo
Yesterday morning, Dan Adams submitted 644 nominating signatures to the Wisconsin Government Accountability Board.
Jun 3rd, 2014 by Dan Adams
Why Walker Has Split With Conservatives
He’s at odds with the right-wing and Wall Street Journal over John Doe probe. But why?
May 30th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Brostoff Submits Nomination Papers, Collects 1,000 Signatures
Jonathan Brostoff, candidate for the 19th Assembly District, submitted his nomination papers to the State of Wisconsin Government Accountability Board.
May 30th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Wisconsin governor’s race tied
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds that the Wisconsin governor’s race has tightened to a dead heat.
May 21st, 2014 by Marquette University
Sheriff Clarke’s Bizarre New Radio Ads
They combine campaign ads and a pitch for a private company and appear to be in violation of state laws.
May 20th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Confusion Reigns on Campaign-Finance Law
Court rulings leaves state regulators reeling and candidates mystified.
May 19th, 2014 by Steven Walters
More Evidence John Doe is Bipartisan
Court filings release more information showing investigation of Walker and conservative groups is not partisan.
Apr 21st, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Why Didn’t Chisholm Go After Democrats?
Republicans say the John Doe probe proves bias. So does the federal suit against DA. Are they right?
Mar 6th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee County Supervisors David F. Bowen and Khalif Rainey Criticize County Executive on Veto of Living Wage Ordinance
“I urge my colleagues on the County Board to override this veto. The working poor are depending on people of conscience to help lift them out of poverty.”
Feb 14th, 2014 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
City Seeks Bilingual Poll Workers for April 1 Election
Federal rules and increase in Latino voters push city to increase staff.
Jan 30th, 2014 by Scottie Lee Meyers
Momentum building for Adams Campaign
Strong early fundraising and enthusiasm for campaign
Jan 30th, 2014 by Dan Adams
Is Zamarripa’s Democratic Challenger Really Republican?
He's just 18, but candidate Vincent Synowicz is already mastering the slick verbal skills of a veteran politician.
Jan 16th, 2014 by Michael Horne
The Legislature’s Unfinished Business
Bills still waiting deal with background checks for gun sales, campaign finance, drone attacks, and woodchuck hunting.
Dec 3rd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
New Probe is Big Trouble for Walker
Both the first and second John Doe have focused on his campaigns, suggesting a disturbing pattern.
Nov 19th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Who Threw Deininger Off the GAB?
The rumor is that Walker or Republican legislators are punishing him for his decisions on recall elections.
Nov 11th, 2013 by Steven Walters
How to Kill a Democracy
Glenn Grothman’s proposal would shield 96% of all political donations, ending transparency in campaigns.
Oct 8th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
An Army of Poll Workers
Nearly 35,000 workers handle Wisconsin's elections. GOP wants to tinker with system.
Oct 2nd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Buried in Campaign Contributions
How the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign methodically tracks the countless contributors and millions in campaign donations.
Aug 21st, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Lobbyists Spend $17 Million on Legislature
Despite 96% drop in union spending, 600 groups spent $17 million on bills they favored in 2013.
Aug 5th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Millions in Out-of-State Donations for Walker
For true believers with ready pocketbooks, he is America's governor.
Jul 31st, 2013 by Bill Lueders
GOP Fast Tracks a Smelly Bill
The elections bill will suppress voting by average folks while giving corporations and lobbyists more clout.
Jun 5th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
County Board Violates Its Own Law
Lobbyists have worked without board approval, which could be a cause for “discharge” of board chair Dimitrivjevic.
Apr 18th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Legislation You Should Worry About
A tax handout to TV and radio stations and more restrictions on wind power are among some questionable new bills.
Apr 11th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
How Former Lawmakers Cash In
16 ex-lawmakers -- including former Assembly speakers and Senate majority leaders -- make big money lobbying the legislature.
Mar 18th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
New State Law Increases Abortion Delays and Risk
Law passed last year restricts the use of drugs to end pregnancies, forcing more women to have surgery.
Feb 1st, 2013 by Rory Linnane
The Secret Lobbyists
Lobbyists must register to lobby the legislature but can work in secret to get the big money from government contracts. Why?
Jan 24th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Rep. Barca: Inauguration Day Message
Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) released the following message today discussing his thoughts, hopes and priorities for the 2013-2014 legislative session.
Jan 7th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Sullivan’s Travels
Former Bucyrus CEO Tim Sullivan isn't a registered lobbyist, but runs around promoting a mining bill while accepting a paid post with a mining company.
Dec 12th, 2012 by Bill Lueders
Walker Reversal on Same Day Registration Does Not Go Far Enough
According to press reports today Governor Walker has reversed himself on repealing same day registration, stating he would not sign a bill that cost as much money as the Government Accountability Board has estimated.
Dec 12th, 2012 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
The Latest Journal Sentinel Purge
Some big names could be leaving the ever-shrinking newspaper.
Sep 18th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Why Voter Fraud Is So Rare
What the experts know that the scaremongers are deliberately ignoring.
Sep 6th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Why Photo ID is Dead
The Republican law will never become legal, because of Wisconsin’s unique constitution
Jul 23rd, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
